The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development has allocated 100 million Namibian dollars to the Katima Mulilo Town Council for immediate water and electricity services in informal settlements. Minister James Sankwasa announced the funding, which will benefit areas including Nova, Macaravani West, and the Dairy Compound. A contractor for the project is expected to be appointed by the end of the week.
Minister Sankwasa also addressed a recent audit of the town council, which followed the removal of its previous councillors. He revealed that the report detailed instances of maladministration, corruption, and financial mismanagement. Specific findings included businesses failing to pay for utilities, numerous tender irregularities, and the lack of a formal contract with RedForce Debt Management. The minister defended his decision to intervene, questioning whether he should have allowed the previous council to continue operating.
Despite calls from residents for the audit report to be made public, the town council's spokesperson, Chrispin Muyoba, stated it would remain confidential. He explained that its release could compromise other ongoing investigations. The Bukalo Village Council also received 35 million dollars for infrastructure upgrades covering water, electricity, sewerage, and roads.
Minister Sankwasa also addressed a recent audit of the town council, which followed the removal of its previous councillors. He revealed that the report detailed instances of maladministration, corruption, and financial mismanagement. Specific findings included businesses failing to pay for utilities, numerous tender irregularities, and the lack of a formal contract with RedForce Debt Management. The minister defended his decision to intervene, questioning whether he should have allowed the previous council to continue operating.
Despite calls from residents for the audit report to be made public, the town council's spokesperson, Chrispin Muyoba, stated it would remain confidential. He explained that its release could compromise other ongoing investigations. The Bukalo Village Council also received 35 million dollars for infrastructure upgrades covering water, electricity, sewerage, and roads.
