NDP6 consultation process underway
Sixth National Development Plan
The formulation process for the Sixth National Development Plan under the theme "Intensify economic recovery, inclusiveness, and resilience to ensure quality and sustainable development for all Namibians" kicked off in Swakopmund.
The National Planning Commission (NPC) is hosting consultations in the 129 constituencies throughout the 14 regions of Namibia to engage the nation and solicit information necessary for the drafting of the Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6).
The purpose of the wider consultation process is to allow for transparent and inclusive planning by creating a two-way dialogue between NPC and its stakeholders in setting the development agenda for the last phase of Vision 2030 and bringing together representatives of regional councils, traditional authorities, business partners, the youth, civil society, church leaders, the media, and members of the public at large.
Alfons Witbeen, a member of the NPC, led proceedings for the consultation processes held at the Mondesa Multipurpose Centre in Swakopmund. He explained that despite the launch of the NDP6, the NDP5 has been extended and will conclude in the next two years. According to Witbeen, the extension was set to align the completion of Vision 2030 with the completion of the NDP6.
“The extension of the NDP5 is not related to challenges or failure to complete it but rather to align the development plans with Vision 2030. The NDP6 will be the last of its edition and will end with Vision 2030.”
Members of the public present highlighted various social and development issues that hinder growth within the region. The high influx of migrants, corruption and gatekeeping, insufficient land availability, and a lack of disaster risk management were among the crucial factors discussed by community members. They also commended the government for the successful mass housing development that was rolled out in the Erongo region.
Swakopmund constituency councillor, Louisa Kativa, called on mining companies to step up on their corporate social responsibilities. Kativa urges corporations to make contributions that will have a lasting effect on the region and surrounding towns and constituencies. “We don’t want to hear of toilet paper being sponsored and need to look at what has been done or what can be done to benefit the next generations as well.”
The NPC consultations were also conducted in Omaruru on 21 February 2024 and in the Daures constituency on 22 and 23 February. The Karibib and Arandis consultations took place yesterday, with the Henties Bay and Walvis Bay consultations scheduled for today and 29 February.
The purpose of the wider consultation process is to allow for transparent and inclusive planning by creating a two-way dialogue between NPC and its stakeholders in setting the development agenda for the last phase of Vision 2030 and bringing together representatives of regional councils, traditional authorities, business partners, the youth, civil society, church leaders, the media, and members of the public at large.
Alfons Witbeen, a member of the NPC, led proceedings for the consultation processes held at the Mondesa Multipurpose Centre in Swakopmund. He explained that despite the launch of the NDP6, the NDP5 has been extended and will conclude in the next two years. According to Witbeen, the extension was set to align the completion of Vision 2030 with the completion of the NDP6.
“The extension of the NDP5 is not related to challenges or failure to complete it but rather to align the development plans with Vision 2030. The NDP6 will be the last of its edition and will end with Vision 2030.”
Members of the public present highlighted various social and development issues that hinder growth within the region. The high influx of migrants, corruption and gatekeeping, insufficient land availability, and a lack of disaster risk management were among the crucial factors discussed by community members. They also commended the government for the successful mass housing development that was rolled out in the Erongo region.
Swakopmund constituency councillor, Louisa Kativa, called on mining companies to step up on their corporate social responsibilities. Kativa urges corporations to make contributions that will have a lasting effect on the region and surrounding towns and constituencies. “We don’t want to hear of toilet paper being sponsored and need to look at what has been done or what can be done to benefit the next generations as well.”
The NPC consultations were also conducted in Omaruru on 21 February 2024 and in the Daures constituency on 22 and 23 February. The Karibib and Arandis consultations took place yesterday, with the Henties Bay and Walvis Bay consultations scheduled for today and 29 February.
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