Windhoek’s megawatt solar project faces two-year delay

The City of Windhoek has confirmed that its planned megawatt solar PV project has been delayed for nearly two years, with the procurement process still under review at the CEO’s office for final input. Officials said once the review is concluded, revised timelines will be communicated to stakeholders and the public.



The update follows a presentation made last month by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) during its visit to Kavango West, where the board announced the establishment of an investment committee and highlighted the stalled project.



“The City of Windhoek remains committed to advancing renewable energy initiatives and ensuring that projects of this scale are implemented in a manner that is sustainable, transparent, and aligned with our broader energy security objectives,” said spokesperson Harold Akwenye in a brief interview with Namibian Sun.

- Aurelia Afrikaner