Oshakati vendors face eviction over unpaid market fees

**Max Henrich **

ONGWEDIVA- Vendors operating at the Dr Aupa Frans Indongo Open Market in Oshakati risk eviction if they fail to settle their outstanding stall fees by 30 November, following a final notice issued last week by the Oshakati Town Council.

According to the council’s Corporate Communication Officer, Martin Kapuka, the eviction process will be carried out in accordance with applicable council policies and procedures.

Kapuka said that vendors who are unable to settle their outstanding balances in full should approach the council’s Debtors and Revenue Division before the deadline to negotiate acceptable payment arrangements.

“Vendors who fail to clear their balances by the stated deadline will face eviction from the market premises in accordance with applicable council policies and procedures,” he said.

He emphasised that the council would not consider any payment arrangements after 30 November, urging affected traders to act promptly to avoid losing their trading spaces.

The notice serves as a final warning to vendors who have accumulated unpaid stall fees, with the council stressing the importance of settling outstanding accounts to ensure compliance with its financial obligations.

“Vendors requiring assistance or clarification regarding their outstanding balances have been advised to contact the Debtors and Revenue Division or visit the council offices during official working hours to discuss possible payment arrangements,” he said.

Kapuka reiterated that vendors who fail to settle their debts or make acceptable arrangements before the deadline risk facing administrative action, including potential eviction.

The council has urged all affected traders to treat the notice seriously and prioritise their outstanding payments before the deadline.

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