Allexer Namundjembo
The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development has adjusted the boundaries of Rehoboth’s local authority area, incorporating several portions of land from the Khomas Region.
Minister Erastus Uutoni announced the when it was published in a government gazette No. 8520.
“I give notice that I have altered the boundaries of the local authority area of Rehoboth by adding—(a) Portion 14, a portion of Portion 2 of Portion A, of the Farm Dordabis No. 98 situated in Registration Division ‘K’, Khomas Region, represented by the Cadastral Diagram No. A252/67,” said Uutoni.
The minister also listed more parts that are part of Portion 29, which is a part of Portion 2 of Farm Dordabis No. 98. The farm is in Registration Division “K” in the Khomas Region, and is shown on Cadastral Diagram No. A204/2021.
A part of Portion 1 of Farm Ibenstein No. 55 in Registration Division “M” of the Khomas Region, which is shown on Cadastral Diagram No. A205/2021, has also been added.
Part 1 of Farm Autabib No. 99, which is in Registration Division “K” in the Khomas Region and is shown on Cadastral Diagram No. A206/2021, was also part of the boundaries.
These land portions are open for inspection at the office of the Surveyor-General in Windhoek during office hours.
According to Uutoni, this alteration represents a significant step in the ongoing effort to restructure and manage land within the region, which will support improved administration and planning.
Rehoboth Town Council spokesperson Desiree Pieters described the incorporation of Dordabis as a major milestone for the town and the Hardap region.
She highlighted the potential benefits of this boundary adjustment for economic development, infrastructure, and investments.
“It’s a milestone that will usher in economic advancement by bringing additional properties under the Rehoboth Town Council’s valuation roll. This means a new revenue stream for the town through rates and taxes, which will ultimately benefit the entire community,” she said.
She pointed out the strategic location of the newly incorporated area along the B1 road, one of Namibia’s key highways.
“The B1 road provides a more accessible and strategic route for business and commercial activities, which is far more advantageous than the Trans-Calamari Highway. This improved connectivity will create a favourable environment for growth and development,” she said.
According to Pieters, the boundary change would play a significant role in town planning and property development for Rehoboth.
“This is a great stride in terms of town planning, and we’re now in a position to take advantage of new opportunities for property development. We have to carefully plan and strategise to ensure the growth is sustainable and benefits all stakeholders involved,” she said.
Pieters also noted that the successful integration of Dordabis requires ongoing collaboration with existing investors.
“We now need to strategise in collaboration with our current investors, making sure we create an environment that attracts further investments and growth. We will also consider entering into service level agreements (SLAs) and other partnerships to ensure that we’re providing the services and infrastructure necessary for the area’s success,” she said.
She added that private farms and developers in the newly incorporated area would contribute to the town’s revenue through rates and taxes, fostering economic growth, community development, and increased buying power for residents.
