Namibia vows to bridge rural gaps in water, roads, digital access

Namibian Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare on Saturday pledged to accelerate efforts to address rural development challenges, including lack of clean water, feeder roads, and digital connectivity, as part of the government’s commitment to building a more inclusive nation.
Speaking in northern Namibia, Ngurare said many rural households still lack basic services, decades after independence.
“The lack of reliable access to clean water is a fundamental challenge that affects not only your health but also your ability to thrive,” he said, stressing the government’s resolve to expand potable water supply, rural roads, and electricity to underserved areas.