The Ministry of Works and Transport is prioritising the completion of road projects already approved and under construction in the Omaheke Region.

The Henties Bay community is in shock after a 78-year-old pastor fell into a hole and died from his injuries at the clinic.

This is but one of the many holes in the streets of Omdel, in the coastal town.

Oshikoto Governor Sacky Kathindi, during his State of Region Address at Omuthiya, identified water provision, agriculture, network connectivity, education, roads, health, and security and justice as areas of priority.

City motorists are up in arms over a decision to install speed-calming measures at a section of the Western Bypass. 

Within two days, two accidents were recorded after the installation. 

Members of parliament raise concerns about poor road conditions, questioning how the Ministry of Works and Transport will address these issues.

They raised this during the debate of the ministry's budget allocation.

The City of Windhoek has acknowledged growing frustration among motorists over potholes across various suburbs and townships, attributing the situation largely to persistent rainy weather.

Since 2022, the Road Fund Administration (RFA) has invested N$109 million in upgrading roads in Rundu.

The Minister of Works and Transport, Veikko Nekundi, said the government will continue upgrading the nation’s road network, both in urban centres and remote rural areas.

Nekundi emphasised that good roads are lifelines that connect communities to health care, education, and other essential services.

Residents of Tsumkwe in the Otjozondjupa Region say poor road infrastructure, an unstable electricity supply and weak network coverage continue to hinder development in the area.

They spoke to NBC News about their daily struggles and hopes for improvement. 

The Grootfontein Municipality’s capital projects are progressing well, with key developments including a new fire station, roads and sewerage system upgrades, and the installation of prepaid water meters.