Staff Writer
Two new light tower stands were switched on in the Wagdaar settlement in Swakopmund on 13 November.
The project is a joint effort between the Swakop Uranium Foundation, Swakopmund Municipality and Erongo Red to improve safety in the area.
The towers form part of the Foundation’s “Peace Swakopmund” initiative.
During the handover, Swakop Uranium acting chief executive officer Irvinne Simataa said the N$800 000 structures signal the beginning of a ten-year plan to help create a safer community.
Erongo governor Natalia |Goagoses welcomed the project and said it will help restore dignity and security.
“This is about ensuring that women and children can walk safely in their neighbourhoods,” she said.
She linked the effort to national development plans, including Vision 2030.
Erongo police commissioner Niklaus Kupembona said the new lighting will help reduce crime.
He said darkness creates opportunities for crime and praised the partnership as an important step toward strengthening community safety.
Wagdaar resident Carolina Kasende thanked the partners and said the project will benefit future generations.
She urged residents to look after the towers and report any problems early so the initiative continues to serve the community for years.
