The hunt for a new Chief Executive Officer to head the Outjo Municipality is in its final stages.

This was confirmed by the current CEO, Josef |Urib, who initially retired in December 2022 but was given an extension to run the council until a new top official is appointed.

A delay in the approval to effect salary increases for workers of the Outjo Municipality by the Minister of Urban and Rural Development has resulted in them taking to the streets to voice their displeasure.