Gibeon pushes for long-term housing solutions

Lorato Khobetsi The Gibeon Village Council in the Hardap region is considering more structured, long-term interventions to address the current housing crisis. This is as it observes an increase in elderly residents living in dilapidated shacks. Chairperson of the Gibeon Village Council Ellerien //Kheibes said the council aims to develop a strategic plan informed by the community’s socio-economic conditions, moving beyond ad hoc assistance.

She said the council plans to revisit the land alienation programme, explore the establishment of a revolving housing fund and consider public-private partnerships to support housing development for residents who cannot afford repayments. The council also intends to engage the Ministry of Urban and Rural Development to access existing social housing programmes. “What we are trying to do is move beyond ad hoc donations toward a more structured, long-term intervention.