Communal taps were handed over to the relocated flood victims at farm 508 in Windhoek.

Alderwoman at the City of Windhoek, Francina Kahungu, said the taps are a joint effort between the City and the central government.

"I want to highlight to the community that these taps do not belong to the City of Windhoek; some people break the magnet so that water can be free. You can make it free, but when water is continuously flowing, the municipality has to pay NamWater. When we pay for water that is not being used, it prevents you from receiving additional municipal services."

Kahungu informed the residents that the City used funds from the N$750 million allocated budget for the purpose of constructing the taps.

The residents were moved to this area after their previous properties were flooded. 

Kahungu cautioned them not to sell their properties.

"In the near future, I believe in two years, you will be given approval to build your houses with permanent structures. We need to avoid allowing others to build in your yard, as this could lead to wealthy individuals adding a bar and renting out rooms in the future. Later on, they will offer you N$100,000 so that you can go and search for another place. Please do not give away your places, even if someone comes with 1 million." 

Community leader Willemina Mungunda conveyed her appreciation to the council. "Thank you, City of Windhoek, for bringing the services close to us; we no longer have to walk extremely far distances."

Another community leader, Fiona !Naruses expressed her gratitude but bemoaned the slow pace at which she says authorities are developing the area.

She said efforts to engage with municipal officials have proven a challenge. "There is no transport, no taxi rank, nothing on that side of Havana. People are being robbed, our houses are being broken into, and our stuff is being stolen. What must we do? Hear our humble plea."