240709004232 - Application for an Environmental Clearance Certificate for the Proposed Construction, Operation, Maintenance and Decommissioning of the Walvis Bay Independence Beach Promenade, Walvis Bay, Erongo Region.

The Municipality of Walvis Bay in collaboration with the Municipality of Czerwonak, Poland is implementing a project termed “Erongo Sustainable Governance LAB” under the EU program: “Local Authorities Partnership for Sustainable Cities 2021”. The Municipality of Czerwonak is delighted to participate in this prestigious European Union project and is willing to share the experience of managing public services and building civic society with the Walvis Bay local government in Namibia. The Municipality of Walvis Bay, Namibia, with the support of EU funds, will revitalize and refurbish the Independence Beach infrastructure in order to make it more accessible, attractive, sustainable and aligned with the citizens’ needs. The challenge in this project is engaging the residents in the decision-making process to build social responsibility and social interest in the town-planning initiatives. A multifunction walkway measuring approximately 1.3km long and 3 to 4 meters wide will be included in the planned promenade. A variety of greenery will complement the walkway, including lawn, grass, palm trees, succulents, and canopy trees. In addition to the promenade, there will be two functional nodes to enhance it. Associated infrastructure will also be featured along the promenade, including an open-air gym, trading areas, restrooms, and beach sport facilities.