Windhoek District Hospital construction kicks off

The Namibian government has committed more than N$42 million to construct the long-awaited Windhoek District Hospital, with phase I of the project officially launched on Monday in the Moses //Garoeb constituency.Speaking at the event, health minister Esperance Luvindao announced that N$25 million has been allocated for the first phase of the build, covering essential bulk civil works, including access roads, water, sewerage and other foundational infrastructure. A further N$17.5 million has been earmarked for electrical services on-site.“This is not merely an investment in infrastructure, it is an investment in health, dignity and equity,” Luvindao said. The ceremony was attended by senior government officials, community leaders, contractors, engineers and civil society representatives.Despite being Namibia’s most populous region, with nearly half a million residents, Khomas has long operated without a district hospital. As a result, Katutura Intermediate and Windhoek Central hospitals have borne the brunt of healthcare demand, often operating beyond their intended capacity as national referral centres.Transformation Penda Ithindi, executive director of the ministry, noted that the event marked the commencement of tangible construction works, following the finalisation of funding arrangements.“We are witnessing a major public investment aimed at relieving congestion and improving access to quality healthcare services,” he remarked.The construction contract was awarded to The Kongom Group and JV Genmael Investment CC, with practical completion anticipated by 22 December this year. “The figures reflect our priorities,” Luvindao said about the investment. “This allocation of over N$42 million is just the beginning of a transformative process for healthcare in the Khomas Region.”Local leaders, including Moses //Garoeb constituency councillor Stefanus Ndengu, welcomed the investment, citing its potential to stimulate local economic development while addressing longstanding gaps in healthcare delivery.Further investments in equipment, staffing and patient services are expected as the facility progresses, positioning the Windhoek District Hospital as a cornerstone in Namibia’s public health infrastructure.

Windhoek District Hospital construction kicks off

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Namibian Sun 2025-05-01

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