The Opuwo Town Council has appointed Matjandjara Tjihuura-Katurota as the new Chief Executive Officer.

Tjihuura-Katurota is the first woman to assume this executive role.

Before her appointment, Tjihuura-Katurota served as a Financial Manager at the Omaruru Municipality.

She expressed her commitment to being a servant to the residents in service delivery as she outlined some of her expectations from the employees in her new role.

The Opuwo Town Council is in consultation with stakeholders to find a solution to the water challenge in the town.

Mayor Rosa Tjeundo also highlighted some of the council's successes to date during the 10th Jubilee Opuwo Trade Fair.