WINDHOEK – President Hifikepunje Pohamba has called on the entire nation to “look forward with renewed confidence so that our nation will continue to make positive strides in the process of nation building.”
Pohamba, in his new year message, said despite challenges facing the country government continued to deliver public services and social amenities to the people.
“Major infrastructure projects such as the building of roads and bridges, fresh produce hubs and other projects were completed,“ he said.
In addition, Pohamba said new public infrastructure projects such as the national mass housing programme, the deepening of the Walvis Bay harbour, the construction of the Neckartal dam in the //Karas Region, and the construction of the Kudu gas-to-power project were also launched.
“In the private sector, the construction of the Husab uranium mine and the development of the B2 Gold mine have commenced. These projects and others will boost economic activities in the country during the new year and beyond,“ he said.
Pohamba further said the government is determined to continue providing steady leadership and will continue to encourage all people serving in different institutions, in both the public and private sectors, civil society and other stakeholders to build on the momentum that has been achieved so far.
“I have no doubt that through concerted action, our nation will be equal to the task. Through hard work we will conquer all challenges that we may face in the process of nation building,“ he said.
Pohamba further said success requires dedication, sacrifice, unity of purpose, resolve and perseverance.
“I demand prudent utilisation of public resources and ethical conduct on the part of public servants,“ he said.
He called on all public office-bearers and on each and every civil servant to make “our public institutions more efficient and more productive”.
“Let us work together to make the year 2014 a year of success in all we do and a year of efficient service delivery, especially to our people who still live in difficult conditions,” he said.
He further called on all road users to observe traffic rules and regulations at all times. “Avoid over-speeding and be considerate to others so that travellers on our roads can arrive safely at their respective destinations,“ he said.
By Kuzeeko Tjitemisa