N$70m pedestrian bridges to be built in November
The Namibian government plans to construct two pedestrian bridges along Windhoek's Western Bypass by November to improve safety. The project, costing N$70 million, follows concerns about pedestrian accidents and worker accessibility.
Why it matters
This infrastructure project addresses critical public safety and urban mobility issues for Windhoek residents.
Minister of works and transport Veikko Nekundi says two pedestrian bridges along the Western Bypass in Windhoek will cost the government N$70 million, with construction expected to begin by November.
Responding to Affirmative Repositioning member of parliament George Kambala in the National Assembly last week, Nekundi said approved designs were in place, with contractors expected on site soon.
Kambala said workers at China Town were arriving late because they have to use alternative routes, putting their jobs at risk.
Nekundi defended the speed humps installed along the road, saying some were more than 30 years old and predated several sitting members of parliament.
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