The |Khomas Regional Council launched its strategic plan for the period 2025/2026 to 2029/2030.
The strategic plan aims to guide the region's socio-economic development, improve service delivery, and enhance the living standards of its population through coordinated efforts and community participation.
The five-year plan outlines the Council's development priorities, with a focus on job creation, basic services, youth empowerment, and rural development.
A key component of the strategy is stimulating economic activity through support to micro, small, and medium enterprises.
The strategic plan comes with four pillars, which are sustainable economic growth, human development and community resilience, operational excellence, and environmental sustainability.
The Chairperson of |Khomas Regional Council, John Moonde, said that the strategic plan is a vehicle that reflects the aspirations and potential of its people.
"When stakeholders are engaged and pulling in one direction, we can overcome challenges and achieve remarkable results. However, reflection is not just about celebrating the highs; it is also about learning from the lows. Not every socio-economic indicator moved as much as we wanted. Unemployment and poverty remain concerns, and rapid in-migration to the |Khomas Region continues to strain service delivery. These challenges remind us that our work is far from complete. They underscore the importance of strategic planning and stakeholder engagement, which is exactly why we are here launching a new plan with renewed focus."
The council, he said, has over the years invested in equipment and start-up materials for hundreds of businesses, and it intends to scale up to address high youth unemployment and strengthen self-employment opportunities across the region.
Chief Regional Officer of the |Khomas Regional Council, Clement Mafwila, said, "As a regional council, we have a vision going forward, and this is where we want Khomas to be: well-developed, very peaceful, and prosperous. In the coming five years, we are promising that, and then we also want to promise you that in terms of why we exist, it is to make sure that we provide efficient and effective service so that we can improve the standard of living."
The Strategic Plan also prioritises service delivery, with targeted interventions aimed at improving access to water, sanitation, school facilities, and primary healthcare services.
The Council plans to accelerate minor capital projects to bridge gaps in settlements that have long struggled with infrastructure deficits.