Elao Martin explore the real cost drivers of housing in Namibia
June 17, 2025
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As Namibia continues to battle a deepening housing crisis, questions around affordability and innovation are taking centre stage. Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare recently praised prefabricated housing as a fast, cost-effective solution—highlighting their N$150 000 price tag and one-week construction time. But Urban and Rural Development Minister James Sankwasa has pushed back, warning of high maintenance and long-term durability concerns.
To unpack these opposing views and explore the real cost drivers of housing in Namibia, we speak to architect Elao Martin, a practitioner who has long advocated for innovative and sustainable approaches to urban development.
