AR threatens protests over Ohangwena power, water woes

The Affirmative Repositioning (AR) movement in the Ohangwena region has threatened to mobilise residents for demonstrations against Northern Regional Electricity Distributors (Nored) and NamWater over persistent electricity and water supply disruptions. The movement says residents and businesses have endured repeated interruptions, often without prior notice or clear communication from the two service providers. In a statement issued on Tuesday, AR Ohangwena regional chairperson Tuhafeni Kalola said the disruptions were affecting livelihoods, businesses, household security, hygiene and human dignity. “People who depend on their services are human beings, not ghosts,” Kalola said, demanding that Nored and NamWater account for their poor