City of Windhoek

The City of Windhoek’s Procurement Management Unit hereby informs all suppliers that it will be closed for stocktaking on Monday, 29 June 2026 and Tuesday, 30 June 2026. And no deliveries will be accepted from 22 June 2026 until 30 June 2026.

Access to safe water, proper sanitation, and a healthy living environment remains at the heart of building a dignified and inclusive Windhoek for all residents.

Yesterday, the City of Windhoek convened a critical workshop on Water and sanitation Committee (WATSAN), bringing together key stakeholders from across various departments to develop immediate interventions and sustainable long-term solutions, particularly for residents living in informal settlements.

Recognising that water and sanitation are fundamental to human dignity and a shared national responsibility, the committee focused on strengthening collaboration, breaking down departmental silos, aligning resources, and developing practical strategies to improve environmental health and service delivery.

Addressing the workshop, CEO Moses Matyayi highlighted the significant transformation Windhoek has experienced over the years. He noted that the city, originally planned and developed for approximately 80,000 people, has grown to serve more than 500,000 residents, with only about 70,000 paying account holders currently contributing towards municipal services for the wider population.

As the capital city and seat of government, Windhoek carries a unique responsibility to lead by example. Matyayi challenged stakeholders to think beyond traditional approaches, strengthen partnerships, and work collectively with national government to address the growing needs of communities.

“How do we best serve Namibia?” remains the guiding question as stakeholders unite to find innovative solutions that advance equitable access to essential services and create a healthier, more resilient Windhoek for present and future generations.

The Kavango West Regional Council today undertook a benchmarking visit to the City of Windhoek, focusing on Human Resource Management, Rates and Taxes, and Electronic Systems.

According to the Chief Executive Officer of the City of Windhoek, Moses Matyayi, the City remains open to benchmarking engagements with towns, cities, and institutions from Namibia and abroad. He noted that benchmarking is a valuable tool for improving service delivery and organisational performance, citing the City's world-renowned water reclamation system as one example of an area that continues to attract international interest and learning opportunities.

Dear residents,

Please be informed that due to our financial year-end procedures, the operating hours at the various City of Windhoek Cash Halls on Tuesday, 30 June 2026, will be as per the Public Notice here below.

Dear Residents,

As the risk of veld fires increases, we urge all property owners and occupants to take the necessary precautions to protect their properties and surrounding areas.

Today marks a significant milestone in Windhoek's journey towards becoming a smarter, more inclusive, and sustainable city with the official launch of the Windhoek People-Centred Smart City Strategy (2026-2036).
Developed in partnership with UN-Habitat and UNITAC, the strategy provides a roadmap for harnessing innovation, technology, and data to improve service delivery and enhance the quality of life for all residents.

Traders at Stop n Shop joined Windhoek Mayor, Councillor Sakaria Uunona, on Saturday for the eighth edition of the Mayoral Clean-Up Campaign, demonstrating their commitment to creating a cleaner and healthier trading environment.

Before the start of business for the day, traders, local authority councillors, City officials, and Tobias Hainyeko Constituency Councillor, Hon. Christopher Likuwa, rolled up their sleeves, armed with brooms and refuse bags, to clean up the open market.

Volunteers from Rent-A-Drum, Namica Supermarket, and students from NUST also answered the Mayor’s call to help restore Windhoek’s title as Africa’s cleanest city.

Addressing participants, Mayor Uunona noted that the campaign is not a once-off event, but a continued effort aimed at fostering a culture of cleanliness among residents and will run until October 2026.

“Today’s activity at Stop n Shop forms part of the City’s commitment to bringing the campaign directly to communities, ensuring that every constituency becomes an active participant in building a cleaner and more sustainable Windhoek,” he said.

The Mayor commended the traders for their enthusiastic participation, noting that unhygienic trading environments can pose serious public health risks, including food contamination and preventable illnesses.

To complement the community-driven efforts, the City’s cleaning machinery will remain in the constituency over the coming days to clear riverbeds and other areas that cannot be effectively cleaned by hand.