Photograph of a road in Namibia

Advancing a Sustainable Road Sector for Namibia's Vision 2030

We connect people, trade and opportunity through safe, resilient and future-ready road infrastructure that stays ahead of national and regional socio-economic needs.

1 Consecutive Years
Best in Africa
1 NATIS Centres
Nationwide
1 Kilometers of
Road Network

Roads Authority of Namibia

Constructing and maintaining Namibia's road sector for safety, efficiency, and economic growth.

Road Construction

Planning and execution of highway expansion projects and new road developments across Namibia.

Current Projects

Road Maintenance

Ensuring Namibia's road network remains among the safest and best-maintained in Africa.

Maintenance Schedule

Economic Development

Road infrastructure growth contributing to Namibia's and the SADC sub-region's economic development.

Economic Impact

Recognition of Excellence

"Namibia's road infrastructure has been ranked as the best in Africa by the World Economic Forum (WEF) Global Competitiveness Report Index for the past 10 consecutive years."

Namibia's Road Network

The Roads Authority is the custodian of the road network on behalf of the Government of Namibia.

Map of Namibia's proclaimed road network

Road Management System

All proclamations and data regarding Namibia's road network are deposited in the Road Management System (RMS) database. This system ensures efficient planning, maintenance, and development of road infrastructure.

Centralized Road Data
Network Planning Tools
Maintenance Tracking
Performance Analytics
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Permits & Regulations

Authorizations for road transportation as per the Road Transportation Act and Regulations of 1977.

Abnormal Load Permits

Required
Length > 18.5 meters
Width > 2.6 meters
Height > 4.3 meters

Required for vehicles exceeding standard measurements on public roads within Namibia.

Apply Online

Passenger Transport

Act 74 of 1977

Permits authorizing the transportation of passengers for reward travelling on public roads within Namibia's borders.

  • Tourist Transport
  • Inter-City Buses
  • Charter Services
  • Taxi Permits
Requirements & Forms

Freight & Cargo

Commercial

Regulations and permits for commercial goods transportation across Namibia's road network.

  • Goods Vehicle Permits
  • Hazardous Materials
  • Cross-Border Transport
  • Overweight Vehicles
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NATIS Centres Nationwide

Access Roads Authority services at our nationwide Namibia Traffic Information System centres.

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Services Available

Visit any NATIS Centre for Roads Authority services including permit applications, vehicle registrations, and road-related inquiries.

Permit Applications
Vehicle Registration
Driver's Licenses
Road Information
Public Inquiries
Document Services
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Latest News & Announcements

Press releases and important announcements from the Roads Authority Namibia.

15 MAR 2026

Highway B2 Expansion Project

Construction begins on the 60km expansion of Highway B2 between Okahandja and Karibib to improve connectivity and safety.

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28 FEB 2026

New NATIS Centre Opening

A new Namibia Traffic Information System centre opens in Opuwo to better serve the Kunene Region residents.

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Report RA-related fraud and suspected corruption.

Call our anonymous Fraud Hotline: 0800 309 231 (TN Mobile and landlines) or contact us via email: ra@tip-offs.com

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