Africa-Press – Namibia. The Namibia Grape Company (NGC) has announced plans to expand its operations as it launched its new housing project during President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s visit to the Aussenkehr farm on Monday.
During the visit, NGC said it intends to scale up its operations as part of its broader strategy to strengthen agriculture as a key economic sector.
The expansion plan will include more housing units, improved on-farm facilities and increased training for young people.
Nandi-Ndaitwah officially opened the NGC housing project, a development aimed at improving living conditions for farmworkers and supporting economic growth in the ǁKaras region.
NGC board chairperson Richwell Lukonga said the company’s partnership with Capespan has boosted revenue, strengthened local logistics, and increased economic value retained in Namibia.
Capespan’s Group managing director Charl du Bois added that production across farms in Namibia and South Africa now covers more than 825 hectares.
Nandi-Ndaitwah praised the company for pairing commercial success with social development.
“Agriculture has been a key priority under my mandate, not only as a driver of economic growth, but as a sector central to ensuring national food security. I am impressed by how the Namibia Grape Company has combined world-class farming practices with a commitment to social upliftment,” she said.
She urged employers to take care of their workers, saying no business can thrive without a valued and supported workforce. She said employment should offer dignity, uplift families and strengthen communities.
She applauded farmers for their contribution to food security and socio-economic development and encouraged them to keep building their skills and forming strong partnerships.
The NGC Social Development Trust currently funds bursaries, supports local schools and runs an on-site clinic and kindergarten.
Karas governor Dawid Gertze said the company’s growth model aligns with the region’s development needs. He noted that the farm’s modern production systems, strong export performance and support for seasonal workers contribute meaningfully to the regional economy.
Established in 1999, NGC has grown into one of Namibia’s largest table-grape producers, exporting to major markets in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the UK. The company employs more than 1 900 Namibians.
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