Veikko Nekundi – News Stand

26 Mar

Rehabilitation work on Osona bridge to commence soon

info_e12wt4csNational NewsConrad Lutombi, Hileni Fillimon, Veikko Nekundi

Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Roads Authority (RA) has confirmed that rehabilitation work on the damaged bridge near the Osona Village, between Windhoek and Okahandja, will begin in the first half of this year following concerns over its structural condition. The move comes after the RA announced on 22 March that the old part of the B1 Road between Windhoek and Okahandja had been temporarily closed as a precautionary measure due to heavy rains. In a notice shared on its social media platforms, the RA urged all road users, including residents of Osona Village, to use the freeway as an alternative route.…

Walvis Bay rolls out road overhaul to enhance trade and connectivity

info_e12wt4csNational NewsNeville Andre, Veikko Nekundi

Niël Terblanché In an effort to improve infrastructure and boost economic growth, the Walvis Bay municipality has launched a major road rehabilitation project. The groundbreaking ceremony, held on Thursday, marked the beginning of an extensive overhaul of key streets in the port city, introducing a new chapter of development for the region. The event was attended by the Deputy Minister of Works and Transport, Veikko Nekundi, and Neville Andre, the Governor of the Erongo Region, who both stressed the benefits of the project. Both leaders hailed the rehabilitation efforts as essential for facilitating business growth, improving transportation efficiency, and enhancing…

Nekundi’s taint affects Geingob

info_e12wt4csNational NewsFishcor, Veikko Nekundi

In 2017, Deputy Minister of Works and Transport Veikko Nekundi received N$20,000 from a law firm being investigated for receiving and transferring money connected with the Fishrot scandal. And yet, in 2020 he is sworn in as a Member of Parliament and appointed to a deputy minister’s portfolio. We wonder what vetting procedures are undertaken when people are selected for high office. An appointment to serve the country as a Member of Parliament, minister or deputy minister must only be extended to those who hold the highest level of integrity, honesty and love of nation. But, that is not enough.…