Windhoek Mayor Ndeshihafela Larandja Unveils Bold Vision for City’s Transformation. Her Worship, Mayor Ndeshihafela Larandja, has outlined an ambitious agenda for her tenure, focusing on investment, service delivery, and economic growth. Speaking at a media briefing, Mayor Larandja emphasized a proactive, systematic, and transformational approach to governance, guided by the Local Authorities Act, 1992 (Act 23 of 1992) (as amended).
“I intend for my tenure and office to be at the forefront of executing transformational projects and serving as a hub of effective governance,” she stated.
The Mayor’s strategic priorities include:Investment Attraction:
- Positioning Windhoek as a leading economic hub in the region and fostering an investor-friendly climate.
- Service Delivery Acceleration: Enhancing the speed and efficiency of infrastructure development, sanitation expansion, and urban transformation.
- Strategic Stakeholder Engagement: Strengthening collaboration with private sector players, civil society, development partners, and community leaders.
- Economic Development & Job Creation: Creating a supportive environment for businesses, entrepreneurs, and informal traders to thrive.
- Urban Transformation & Smart City Integration: Driving digital innovation and sustainability initiatives for a modernized Windhoek.
The Mayor’s agenda signals a commitment to effective governance and tangible progress, aiming to position Windhoek as a dynamic, forward-thinking city. She called on all stakeholders to collaborate in achieving these goals, reinforcing the need for public-private partnerships and active citizen engagement.