Africa-Press – Namibia. The City of Windhoek has launched an emergency pothole repair programme following extensive road damage caused by heavy rainfall earlier this year.
The programme costs a total N$324 million, having commenced on 12 May 2025.
City public relations officer Lydia Amutenya told Nampa in an interview last week that two contractors have been appointed for three months.
Each of them deployed six repair teams in the western suburbs (including Katutura).
Six were deployed in the eastern suburbs through an approved procurement process.
Namibia experienced significant rainfall this year, which led to widespread road damage within Windhoek.
“The repair work prioritised high-traffic routes, including distributor roads and key public transport corridors before extending to residential and access roads. This approach is intended to maximise the impact on mobility and public transport efficiency,” she said.
Preliminary cost estimates for the repairs include pothole repairs of N$15.2 million, gravel road restoration of N$38 million as well as rehabilitation of severely damaged roads at a cost of N$226 million.
Amutenya said the City acknowledges the inconvenience and damage caused by potholes.
However, direct compensation for damages is not currently provided.
“Our focus remains on urgent and sustained repair efforts to improve road conditions. Residents are urged to report damaged roads or drainage issues, and provide feedback that helps guide service delivery and prioritisation.
“The City of Windhoek’s focus remains on urgent and sustained repair efforts to improve road conditions,” Amutenya said.
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