Six Traditional Authorities Receive Vehicles Valued at N$4.29 Million
Six Traditional Authorities have received vehicles worth a combined N$4.29 million to support their daily operations and strengthen their role in community development.
The vehicles were handed over on Tuesday in Otjiwarongo by Oonani Investment Group and the Namibia Traditional Authorities Trust. Each vehicle is valued at N$715,000.
The beneficiaries are the Oukwanyama Traditional Authority, led by Chief Martha Mwadinomho ya Kristian; !Kung Traditional Authority, led by Chief Glony Arnold; Nami-Daman Traditional Authority, led by Chief Jeremiah Gaobaeb; Shambyu Traditional Authority, led by Chief Sofia Mundjembwa Kanyetu; Simon Kooper Traditional Authority, led by Chief Dawid Hanse; and Masubia Traditional Authority, led by Chief Gilbert Muhongo Mutwa.
Chief Fillemon Shuumbwa Nangolo of the Ondonga Traditional Authority urged the recipients to maintain the vehicles properly and ensure they are used for their intended purposes.
He also announced that the remaining 47 Traditional Authorities are expected to receive their vehicles in April 2027.
The Minister of Urban and Rural Development witnessed the handover and thanked Oonani Investment Group for contributing to the government’s efforts to address resource needs among Traditional Authorities.
Oonani Investment Group operates as a business arm that works with public and private sector partners to create wealth and economic opportunities for communities. Its partnership with the Namibia Traditional Authorities Trust is aimed at supporting traditional leadership and strengthening community development.
Traditional Authorities play an important role in preserving cultural heritage, upholding customs and supporting the social development and welfare of the communities they serve.
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