The Okahandja town council needs N$1.2 million to complete its dumpsite relocation project, Deputy Mayor Akser Aupindi said yesterday on Desert FM. The announcement addresses concerns from residents of Ekunde extensions 4 and 5, who have complained about health risks from the current waste site since before 2020.
The council has begun developing a long-term waste management strategy, including road construction to the new location. "The road to where the site will be constructed needs to be mapped out. You need a way to go there, ensuring smooth operations once funding arrives," Aupindi said. He reported the project has reached 85% completion.
Town officials must submit an environmental impact assessment to the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism. The council has identified potential relocation areas and plans to meet with stakeholders about securing the required funding. Experts from Cape Town, South Africa, will arrive on February 19 to assist with the project.
The Central North Regional Electricity Distributor has started addressing another community concern by providing power to the affected area. Cenored spokesperson Chali Matengu said the company had connected more than 200 households in Ekunde extensions 4 and 5 since January, investing over N$2.4 million in the electrification program.
Matengu emphasized Cenored's commitment to reliable power distribution in Okahandja. "We can assure our customers of our dedication to providing a stable and reliable power supply through continuous investment in infrastructure, swift responses to faults, and collaboration with our stakeholders," he said. The company expressed pride in partnering with the Okahandja municipality, which holds shares in Cenored.
The council has begun developing a long-term waste management strategy, including road construction to the new location. "The road to where the site will be constructed needs to be mapped out. You need a way to go there, ensuring smooth operations once funding arrives," Aupindi said. He reported the project has reached 85% completion.
Town officials must submit an environmental impact assessment to the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism. The council has identified potential relocation areas and plans to meet with stakeholders about securing the required funding. Experts from Cape Town, South Africa, will arrive on February 19 to assist with the project.
The Central North Regional Electricity Distributor has started addressing another community concern by providing power to the affected area. Cenored spokesperson Chali Matengu said the company had connected more than 200 households in Ekunde extensions 4 and 5 since January, investing over N$2.4 million in the electrification program.
Matengu emphasized Cenored's commitment to reliable power distribution in Okahandja. "We can assure our customers of our dedication to providing a stable and reliable power supply through continuous investment in infrastructure, swift responses to faults, and collaboration with our stakeholders," he said. The company expressed pride in partnering with the Okahandja municipality, which holds shares in Cenored.
