City of Windhoek increases municipal tariffs by 4%

The City of Windhoek has announced a 4% increase in municipal tariffs for the 2026/2027 financial year, effective July 1. The hike covers water, waste management, sewerage, and fire services to support infrastructure maintenance.
Why it matters
The tariff increase directly impacts the cost of living for residents and businesses in the Namibian capital.
THE City of Windhoek has announced an average 4% increase in municipal tariffs for the 2026/2027 financial year, effective from 1 July 2026, saying the adjustments are necessary to support the continued provision and maintenance of essential services and infrastructure.
The article is a factual report on municipal policy changes without editorializing.
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