Ohangwena Governor Kadiva Hamutumwa stated that the region possesses untapped economic potential, with resources that can be transformed into engines of shared prosperity.

She made these remarks while opening the Ohangwena Regional Investment Strategy and Action Plan Development workshop at Eenhana.

The workshop follows her familiarisation visits to the region's eight constituencies after assuming duty as governor.

During these visits, she engaged communities, traditional leaders, entrepreneurs and institutions, culminating in the idea of hosting a one-day workshop on regional investment strategy and action plan development.

Hamutumwa noted that while there is immense potential among the youth and entrepreneurs, government alone cannot unlock the region's full economic capacity.

This is why the region has opened its doors to all investors, who shared their vision for inclusive, responsible and transformative development.

The committee is guided by board expertise, bringing together professionals from different sectors and representatives from Oukwanyama and Ondonga traditional authorities.

Hamutumwa further said that the region aims to contribute to developing comprehensive strategies for trade and investment to flourish.

The vision is to leverage the region's competitive advantages and strategic position to become a key contributor to Namibia's Gross Domestic Product.

Additionally, Monasa Advisory and Association joined the process to assist in developing the Ohangwena Regional Investment Strategy Action Plan and the regional investment map.