Over 1 300 road crashes recorded in six months

Allexer Namundjembo

A total of 1 333 road crashes have been recorded across Namibia between 1 January and 21 June 2026, according to the Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund, highlighting ongoing concerns over road safety.

The MVA said the crashes resulted in 2 273 injuries and 229 fatalities during the six-month period, describing the loss of life as “unacceptable” despite an overall decline compared to 2025.

MVA Fund chief corporate affairs officer John Haufiku said the figures show some improvement, but warned that the human cost remains too high.

“While there has been a welcomed decline in crashes, injuries, and fatalities compared with the same period in 2025, the figures remain deeply concerning,” he said.