Namibia's growing technology sector has seen the launch of another locally developed digital platform, with eTaxi Namibia entering the ride-hailing market as entrepreneurs look to use technology to address challenges in the transport sector.
Minister of Works and Transport Veikko Nekundi informed the National Assembly that there is currently no proposal before his office to introduce tolling, adding that government is not preparing to implement such a system in Namibia.
The Minister of Works and Transport, Veikko Neukndi, says a memorandum of agreement between the Roads Contractor Company (RCC) and the Roads Authority (RA) is currently being finalised to strengthen the RCC's capacity to operate sustainably.
The Minister of Works and Transport, Veikko Nekundi, has motivated the motion on Namibia's accession to full membership of the Maritime Organisation of Eastern, Southern, and Northern Africa.
The Namibia Bus and Taxi Association (NABTA) has announced its return to full operations following months of administrative challenges, unveiling a new digital system aimed at transforming the country's public transport sector.
The Ngoma border post in Katima Mulilo has faced criticism again after travellers reported waiting for hours early yesterday morning without assistance.
When NBC News visited the border, the situation had returned to normal, with two immigration officers attending to both departure and arrival counters.
A taxi union in Otjiwarongo has contacted the municipality and the police to enhance cooperation and assist the industry in providing satisfactory customer services.
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) and Road Fund Administration (RFA) are joining forces to advance research and innovation in Namibia's road sector.
The two entities signed a N$10 million funding agreement to that effect.
TransNamib has confirmed the temporary suspension of two senior executives amid an internal investigation.
In a media statement issued, TransNamib said the matter is internal and that an investigation is currently underway.
The Minister of Works and Transport, Veikko Nekundi, has reaffirmed the ministry's commitment to improving road infrastructure to ensure the safety of road users.
