Okahandja municipality received a fully operational fire station valued at N$7.3 million following years of conducting emergency operations from workshop facilities, with the handover occurring on Monday through a public-private partnership arrangement. Mayor Beatrice Kotungondo characterized the completion as a significant municipal accomplishment that will enhance response capabilities for surrounding communities previously dependent on outdated or remote emergency services.
The 12-month construction project launched in August 2024 encountered minimal obstacles primarily involving land acquisition costs, according to NGC managing director Ambrosius Mulongeni, leading officials to select the current Ekunde Proper location. Chief emergency officer Gideon Maletzky indicated personnel await furniture delivery before commencing full operations from the new facility.
The 12-month construction project launched in August 2024 encountered minimal obstacles primarily involving land acquisition costs, according to NGC managing director Ambrosius Mulongeni, leading officials to select the current Ekunde Proper location. Chief emergency officer Gideon Maletzky indicated personnel await furniture delivery before commencing full operations from the new facility.
