The Municipal Council of Windhoek has approved a N$17 million project to upgrade streetlights in the Central Business District (CBD), a move aimed at revitalising the capital’s urban centre and improving public safety.
The project, funded through the City’s Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) budget, will be implemented over two to three financial years and will focus initially on key routes, including Independence Avenue, Sam Nujoma Drive, Post Street Mall, and surrounding streets.
“To create a vibrant, safe, and attractive environment that supports economic activity, social interaction, and community pride, the Municipal Council of Windhoek has approved a transformative project to upgrade streetlights in the Central Business District This marks the first phase of a broader initiative aimed at revitalising the City’s urban centre,” the Council said.
The Council said the current streetlights in the CBD are outdated and fall short of the functional and aesthetic standards expected of a modern capital.
“The existing streetlights in the CBD are outdated and no longer meet the functional or aesthetic standards expected of a modern capital city.The approved upgrade will replace them with modern, energy-efficient lighting technologies, such as LED lights. The LED lights will not only provide better illumination but also consume less energy and have a lower environmental impact – an important step toward reducing the carbon footprint and promoting sustainability.”
The new lighting system is expected to improve visibility, enhance safety, and contribute to a more vibrant urban atmosphere.
The Council said this is in line with its goal of encouraging pedestrian activity and fostering a more walkable city.
The design and implementation of the project will also incorporate insights from benchmarking visits to Windhoek’s Sister Cities, to ensure that international best practices are applied.
The initiative forms part of the City’s broader vision to become a “smart and caring city” by 2027, underpinned by a commitment to sustainable development, inclusive urban planning, and technological innovation.
