Tsandi is a small but steadily growing village council situated in the heart of the Omusati region, along the MR123 road linking Outapi and Okahao.
Surrounded by villages characterised by traditional homesteads, strong cultural traditions and close-knit communities, Tsandi has long been an important centre for people living in the area. Among the communities found around Tsandi are the Kolonghadi and Kwaluudhi people, whose culture and traditions remain deeply rooted in the area.
For many residents and people from surrounding villages, Tsandi is more than just a village. It is a place where people grew up, met friends and family, went shopping and created memories.
Before its transformation into a village council, Tsandi was a much smaller settlement, with only a handful of shops and services serving the surrounding communities. Those small businesses played an important role in making everyday life easier for residents, who could buy basic goods and access services without travelling far.
It was a simple village, but one that was already becoming a familiar gathering point for people from nearby communities.
In 2015, Tsandi was proclaimed a village council, marking a new chapter in its history. The change brought with it a more structured approach to planning and development, as the Council took on the responsibility of managing the growth of the village and improving services for its residents.
Since then, Tsandi has gradually changed from the small settlement many residents remember into a growing village council with expanding residential areas, new businesses and improved infrastructure.
Yet, despite these changes, much of what gives Tsandi its identity remains. Traditional homes still form part of the landscape, community ties remain strong and the village continues to be a place closely connected to the surrounding communities.
Today, the signs of growth are becoming increasingly visible. New houses are rising in residential extensions, roads are being developed, electricity has reached new areas and businesses are investing in the village.
For the people who have watched Tsandi grow over the years, the changes tell a story of a place moving forward while still holding on to the character and memories that shaped it.
Today, the changes can be seen in new houses, improved roads, electricity reaching new areas and businesses bringing new services and opportunities to residents.
Tsandi Town Council Chief Executive Officer Kephas Haitembu says the town has recorded significant growth in recent years.
“Tsandi has seen positive growth over the past years, with significant developments taking place across the town,” Haitembu says.
Among the notable developments is the new Public Open Market along the MR123 road between Outapi and Okahao, providing traders with a more organised space to conduct their businesses.
The Council has also prioritised housing. In Extension 7 320 residential erven have been allocated to the Shack Dwellers Federation programme, with 81 houses already constructed. In Extension 12, a further 140 erven have been allocated to low- and ultra-low-income earners.
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