Shaping the future of infrastructure development
The Construction Industry Federation (CIF) Infrastructure Development Forum in Lüderitz offers industry stakeholders a unique opportunity to reflect on the policies and legislation required for a well-regulated and thriving construction sector.
According to the resident representative of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung for Namibia and Angola, Anna Hoffmann-Kwanga: “Issues such as revised tendering protocols, equitable employment, local hiring strategies, and the establishment of a Construction Council deserve renewed attention and debate. Improved procurement planning also has the potential to directly benefit local businesses and workers.”
Hoffmann-Kwanga highlighted in her speech at the opening of the three-day event, themed “A Strategic Look at the Infrastructure Pipeline Opportunities in Lüderitz and the //Kharas Region”, that a close relationship between the public and private sectors, built on mutual understanding and trust, can ensure not only the expansion of infrastructure projects but also that their full value benefits the country. “Stronger collaboration between government, state-owned enterprises and the private sector is crucial to unlocking the full potential of the Namibian construction sector in terms of revenue, GDP contribution and employment creation,” she said. She urged participants to build partnerships that are genuine, inclusive and future-oriented. “Let us ensure that the projects discussed here become catalysts for sustainable growth and shared success. Let us engage actively and work hard to connect professionally, setting the Namibian construction sector up for long-term success.”
Hoffmann-Kwanga added that the forum is designed to nurture knowledge and relationship building to strengthen Namibia’s economic trajectory. “Over the next few days, we will hear from more than 35 high-profile speakers and panellists from the private sector, state-owned enterprises, and government. Their insights will highlight procurement opportunities, planned infrastructure projects, and open space for critical dialogue.” She emphasised that bridging the skills gap is vital. “To build local capacity and foster in-country value addition, the state and education sectors must maintain effective industry links to ensure Namibia’s youth are prepared for tomorrow’s job market. The construction sector’s credibility and resilience will depend on how effectively connections with government and state-owned enterprises shape a competitive business, human capital and regulatory environment,” she concluded.
According to the resident representative of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung for Namibia and Angola, Anna Hoffmann-Kwanga: “Issues such as revised tendering protocols, equitable employment, local hiring strategies, and the establishment of a Construction Council deserve renewed attention and debate. Improved procurement planning also has the potential to directly benefit local businesses and workers.”
Hoffmann-Kwanga highlighted in her speech at the opening of the three-day event, themed “A Strategic Look at the Infrastructure Pipeline Opportunities in Lüderitz and the //Kharas Region”, that a close relationship between the public and private sectors, built on mutual understanding and trust, can ensure not only the expansion of infrastructure projects but also that their full value benefits the country. “Stronger collaboration between government, state-owned enterprises and the private sector is crucial to unlocking the full potential of the Namibian construction sector in terms of revenue, GDP contribution and employment creation,” she said. She urged participants to build partnerships that are genuine, inclusive and future-oriented. “Let us ensure that the projects discussed here become catalysts for sustainable growth and shared success. Let us engage actively and work hard to connect professionally, setting the Namibian construction sector up for long-term success.”
Hoffmann-Kwanga added that the forum is designed to nurture knowledge and relationship building to strengthen Namibia’s economic trajectory. “Over the next few days, we will hear from more than 35 high-profile speakers and panellists from the private sector, state-owned enterprises, and government. Their insights will highlight procurement opportunities, planned infrastructure projects, and open space for critical dialogue.” She emphasised that bridging the skills gap is vital. “To build local capacity and foster in-country value addition, the state and education sectors must maintain effective industry links to ensure Namibia’s youth are prepared for tomorrow’s job market. The construction sector’s credibility and resilience will depend on how effectively connections with government and state-owned enterprises shape a competitive business, human capital and regulatory environment,” she concluded.
