N$75 million Allocated for Farm 37 Development

Walvis Bay mayor Trevino Forbes said the town secured N$75 million for developing Green Valley, commonly known as Farm 37.Trevino informed the town council at its ordinary meeting on 5 June that the ministry had provided the funds.The funding was secured after Walvis Bay CEO Victoria Kapenda requested it in April of this year.The urban development ministry confirmed the allocation of funds specifically designated for infrastructure development and housing provision in Farm 37 Extension Proper and Extensions 1 to 5 in a letter dated 13 May 2025.Dedicated housing schemeForbes said that the funds will be allocated towards three critical development areas. The land servicing of at least 1 500 erven in Extension Proper will pave the way for legal residential expansion. Secondly, the construction of houses through a dedicated housing scheme aims to address the current shortage of adequate housing and eliminate the proliferation of informal backyard structures. Lastly, a temporary sewer oxidation pond will be constructed to provide basic sanitation services to the Farm 37 extensions until permanent infrastructure is in place.Furthermore, Forbes said that the implementation timeframe for the project is strictly defined, “the timeframe for execution is estimated to take approximately nine months from May 2025 until 13 February 2026".Milestones“A progress milestone has been set, requiring at least 60% of the works to be completed by 12 September 2025," he added.Forbes highlighted the project's importance, stating that the investment marks a turning point for Farm 37 and is part of the council’s broader vision to expand affordable housing, improve urban infrastructure, and enhance the quality of life for residents in Walvis Bay’s growing communities.

N$75 million Allocated for Farm 37 Development

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N$75 million Allocated for Farm 37 Development

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