Outapi hands over 184 land titles in historic ceremony

The Outapi Town Council, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform, last week handed over 184 land hold titles to residents under the Flexible Land Tenure System, granting them formal ownership and the right to develop their homes.The handover, which took place at Extension 5 and Extension 13, was hailed as a major step in advancing land reform and urban development in the Omusati Region. Outapi has now become the fourth local authority in Namibia to successfully implement the system.In her welcoming speech, Outapi town mayor Selma Asino congratulated the beneficiaries, noting that the titles represented more than just land. “They are gaining a stake in their community,” she said, urging residents to build homes filled with love, laughter, and lasting memories.Omusati Regional Governor Immanuel Shikongo, praised the milestone as a proud moment for both the town council and the ministry, calling it proof of good governance in action.Proactive roleMinister of Urban and Rural Development, Sankwasa James Sankwasa, who was represented by his advisor Boniface Mutumba, applauded the Outapi council for what he termed a proactive role, urging other local authorities to replicate the initiative to uplift communities.The agriculture ministry executive director Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata, who spoke on behalf of minister Inge Zaamwani, commended the council’s active response, highlighting the program’s impact in improving livelihoods and promoting sustainable development.Outapi town chief executive officer (CEO) Ananias Nashilongo said the system is designed to foster ownership, pride, and belonging among residents. “It is not just about land, it is about creating opportunities, nurturing dreams, and laying the foundation for a better future,” Nashilongo said.The new titles were distributed under four associations: Tulongeni Association (Extension 5, Onhimbu) - 69 erven, including 58 residential plots, eight streets, and three public open spaces, fully serviced and developed. O.O Namakalu Association (Extension 5, Onhimbu) - 70 erven, including 67 residential plots and two public open spaces, also serviced and developed. Tutungeni Association (Extension 13, Oukwa-Wananyanga) - 29 erven, with 28 residential plots and one public open space, currently unserviced. Petrus Kalipi Association (Extension 13, Oukwa-Wananyanga) - 33 erven, with 30 residential plots, one institutional plot, and two public open spaces, also undeveloped.

Outapi hands over 184 land titles in historic ceremony

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Namibian Sun 2026-08-10

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