Roads Authority Namibia

RA's Mandate

Institutional background, values, and the Roads Authority's role in Namibia's national development agenda.

Mission
A sustainable road sector which is ahead of national and regional socio-economic needs in pursuit of Namibia's Vision 2030.
Vision
To manage the national road network to achieve a safe and efficient road sector in support of socio-economic growth.
Core Values

The ROADS values

Five institutional principles that guide every decision, project, and stakeholder interaction.

Respect

We believe that there is strength in diverse teams. Therefore, we respect people from all walks of life.

Open Communication

We believe that people who connect and share information freely are enabled to align towards achieving shared goals. Therefore, we commit to share relevant information in an open and transparent manner

Accountability

We are uncompromisingly committed to good govenance and therefore shall expect employees, at all levels of the organisation, to uphold ethical principles and shall hold them accountable for their decisions and actions.

Dedication

We are committed to work together as a team in our quest to deliver on our mandate, irrespective of the many obstacles we might face. We will always support one another and never give up

Service Excellence

We are in pursuit of excellence in everything we do. Therefore, we are always seeking new innovative solutions in providing quality service to our stakeholders.

By the numbers

Network at a glance

14
Regions Served
95%
Network Availability
24/7
Service Support
Institutional overview

How the Roads Authority operates

Key dimensions of the Roads Authority's institutional role and public mandate in Namibia.

Mandate

Established to construct, maintain, and manage Namibia's proclaimed road network on behalf of the Government, ensuring safe and efficient transportation infrastructure.

Strategic Direction

Our strategic framework aligns with Namibia's national development goals, ensuring road infrastructure supports economic diversification and regional integration.

Government Partnership

As a state-owned enterprise, we work closely with government ministries to align road development with national priorities and economic corridors.

Stakeholder Engagement

We engage with communities, transporters, contractors, and international partners to ensure our road network serves all Namibians effectively.

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