Browse Questions - Mayoral Business Forum

Why is water from Gonreagab Dam not fully used, and does Ramatex still discharge wastewater into it? Are there plans to optimize its use after recent rainfall?

Elia Haindongo 10/1/2025 Infrastructure, Water & Technical Services 0

Gonreagab Dam currently provides semi-purified water, and usage is prioritized where availability is highest. A protective zone around the water treatment plant helps safeguard water quality. The City promotes sustainable water management through household dry toilets that produce compost and recommends installing water tanks to capture stormwat

How does the City ensure its laws and policies are relevant for current and future challenges?

Elia Haindongo 9/26/2025 Office of the CEO 0

The City’s legal framework is functional and evolving. Benchmarking against other municipalities ensures governance remains progressive and responsive. While national legislation is led by the Government of Namibia, local authorities operate within those parameters. Unlike South Africa, Namibian municipalities have limited law-making powers and

What is the City’s position on land access and allocation in Groot-Aub?

Elia Haindongo 9/26/2025 Housing, Property Management & Human Settlements 0

Groot-Aub is under the City’s jurisdiction but not fully formalized. Some residents have occupied land irregularly, which poses legal and administrative challenges. Land allocation must follow proper procedures, including a Council resolution and Ministerial approval. Legal instruments such as private treaties or lease agreements are required.

Can the City clarify the public comment process for urban development, agricultural planning, and the extension of three townships?

Elia Haindongo 9/26/2025 Urban & Transport Planning 0

The City explained that authority over these matters rests with the Minister. Concerns should be directed to the Minister. Land around Windhoek is mostly privately owned, and owners use it as they wish. Residents are encouraged to use underutilized spaces, like rooftops, for urban gardening to increase local food production. The City also hig

NCCI requested that Building Plan Permits be outsourced to them or be facilitated through their office

City of Windhoek 10/22/2019 Urban & Transport Planning 1

Meeting request by the business community (Architects, Draftsman, Engineers and Consultants) with CoW regarding the building plan approval process

City of Windhoek 10/22/2019 Urban & Transport Planning 1

Dialogue / meeting requested by the business community (Architects, Draftsman, Engineers and Consultants) with CoW regarding the building plan approval process

NCCI proposed tarred roads for Katutura (Arterial roads, INFRA collector roads)

City of Windhoek 10/22/2019 Urban & Transport Planning 1

Is CoW going to relax regulations and/or open up mixed development (business and residential) in Katutura?

City of Windhoek 10/22/2019 Urban & Transport Planning 0

A number of business policy areas were recently approved by Council. These business policy areas will give the opportunity to owners to apply for rezoning in these areas.

Is CoW going to provide public transport to and from Groot-Aub?

City of Windhoek 10/22/2019 Urban & Transport Planning 1

Is Cow going to upgrade its public transport to Self-generated (electric) buses and fleet?

City of Windhoek 10/22/2019 Urban & Transport Planning 1