Works and Transport Ministry's N$2 billion budget prioritises railways, roads, and new national airline

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2026-08-07

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WINDHOEK, 07 AUG (NAMPA) - The Ministry of Works and Transport has outlined its N$2.07 billion budget for the 2026/2027 financial year, prioritising rail and road infrastructure modernisation and the establishment of a new national airline.
The Ministerial Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) indicates a significant capital investment in infrastructure, with over N$1.78 billion allocated for development projects across rail, road, and aviatio...

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