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Windhoek Rehoboth Road Upgrade to Free-Way Standard, Geotechnical Investigation
Geotechnical investigation to evaluate the underlying founding conditions through testing pitting, core logging and laboratory testing of soil and rock samples to determine competent founding layers. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES Geotechnical consulting services, soil profiling, core logging, interpretation and evaluation of laboratory test results and investigating and proposing foundation types and depths.
Read MoreRedirection of Pumpstations Swakopmund, Geotechnical Investigation
Geotechnical investigation to determine material consistency with depth and determine the depth of rock to inform the design team for design requirements, excitability and determination of quantities. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES Geotechnical consulting services, and dynamic cone penetration testing to determine the soil consistency with depth and determine the depth of rock bed.
Read MorePMS Visual Assessment and Budget Recommendations, Otjiwarongo
Visual assessments of about 82 km of surfaced roads and 26 km of gravel roads around Otjiwarongo and compiling a 5-year maintenance budget with recommendations. The visual assessments were done in accordance with the relevant PMS methodologies. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES Visual assessments and feedback on pavement conditions Cost estimates for the proposed rehabilitation and maintenance…
Read MoreNamcor Retail Fuel Station in Otavi
Planning, design and construction supervision of the new fuel station, which included all forecourt components and a convenience store/shop. The engineering disciplines included Civil, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical. New building services required were sewer, stormwater, fire protection, domestic water supply, bulk and domestic electrical supplies, stand-by generator, air-conditioning & ventilation, refrigeration, LPG, kitchen equipment, access…
Read MoreNamcor Retail Fuel Station in Mariental
Planning, design and construction supervision of all engineering disciplines, i.e Civil, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical for the pump and tank installation. The forecourt works included the steel canopy, underground fuel tanks, product lines, electrical and communication, dispensers, spill containment areas, oil separator, stormwater and 3 pump islands. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES Client liaison. Principle Agent. Coordination…
Read MoreNamcor Retail Fuel Station in Karasburg
Planning, design and construction supervision of the new fuel station, which included all forecourt components and a convenience store/shop. The engineering disciplines included Civil, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical. New building services required were sewer, stormwater, fire protection, domestic water supply, bulk and domestic electrical supplies, stand-by generator, air-conditioning & ventilation, refrigeration, LPG, kitchen equipment, access…
Read MoreNamPower Rural Electrification Project – Shamukweni Locality
Lithon Project Consultants was appointed as engineers for NamPower’s Rural Electrification of Oshamukweni Locality in the Okongo area of Ohangwena Region. This project includes a 14km Medium Voltage line, four 33/0.4kV transformers and about 4 km Low Voltage electrical networks that supplies power to the required facilities. This project was executed at a total cost…
Read MoreTwo-way radio communication system for Tsau//Khaeb National Park Namibia
Following the establishment of the Tsau//Khaeb National Park (TKNP or Sperrgebiet), a need existed for a radio system to facilitate effective park management and related conservation activities. A contract was awarded in July 2020 for the supply and installation of the radio equipment, and the project is expected to be commissioned by the end of…
Read MoreDordabis Iron Ore Project – Bankable Feasibility Study
Bankable Feasibility Study for the Planned Dordabis Iron Ore Mine. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES Bankable Feasibility Study as a member of the project team to investigate, carry out and report on the BFS-level design of the multi-disciplinary engineering, logistic and infrastructure components both on-site and off-site of the planned Dordabis Iron Ore Project. The…
Read MoreNamcor Retail Fuel Station in Outapi
Planning, design and construction supervision of the new fuel station, which included all forecourt components and a convenience store/shop. The engineering disciplines included Civil, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical. New building services required were sewer, stormwater, fire protection, domestic water supply, bulk and domestic electrical supplies, stand-by generator, air-conditioning & ventilation, refrigeration, kitchen equipment, access control,…
Read MoreVEN Pre/Post Installation Inspection
As part of a larger effort to increase their energy efficiency, Vivo Energy Namibia has installed solar photo-voltaic (PV) power systems at a select group of Shell fuel stations. Following the initial success of solar power installation at these stations, and the continued drive to harness clean energy at all their fuel stations, the company…
Read MoreOkalongo Oxidation Ponds
The project aims to investigate and establish the cause of the high volume of freshwater intrusion to the oxidation ponds and possible other causes for the overflowing of the oxidation ponds in Okalongo. Services provided: The project scope included: Investigate the cause of the high volume of freshwater flow into the ponds Establish a possible…
Read MoreOR Tambo
The OR Tambo project entails the investigation, detailed design and supervision of runways at OR Tambo over 5 years. Full-time site supervision and contract administration for quality control and assurance purposes during the construction stage were also the consultant’s responsibility. Lithon was responsible for the detailed investigation and rehabilitation designs of the pavements. Lithon also…
Read MoreEros Airport
The Eros Airport project entails the detailed investigation of the airfield pavements and the rehabilitation of the runways, and taxiways as well as the extension of the aprons. A holding action phase on the main runway was also conducted before the full rehabilitation. Lithon conducts full-time site supervision and contract administration for quality control and…
Read MoreSAGE X3 ERP Systems Implementation and Project Management
Project Management of ERP Implementation Project Services provided by staff within the assignment: Project management of Agra-ERP Systems implementation Manage and coordinate between client and IT Solution Implementer
Read MoreAgribank-Business Process Re-Engineering
Re-Engineering Agribank Business Processes. Services provided: • Business process re-engineering for entire Agribank departments • Mapping processes, identify pain points and gaps • Mapping To-Be and As-Is processes • Reviewing current business systems architecture • Solution engineering
Read MoreSewer Master Plan for the Town of Otjiwarongo
The assessment of the bulk water scheme was conducted in 2016 and a full assessment of assets, operational requirements and maintenance was done. Surveys and field work provided valuable base data which was used to forecast the demand on the water supply. The study provided planning data to the employer in order to plan for…
Read MoreOtjiwarongo Road Upgrades
Upgrading of about 8 km of gravel roads to bitumen standards within two existing extensions of Otjiwarongo. One extension is situated in the DRC informal settlement area consisting of hilly terrains. The other area is within a formalised area within Otjiwarongo. Services provided: Material investigations Geometric, pavement and stormwater designs Contract administration Contract documentation and…
Read MoreOndangwa Water Supply Masterplan
The Ondangwa Town Council expressed the urgent need to upgrade their bulk water supply system to support their infrastructure development initiatives and to sustain future growth of the town. The Town Council further experienced a number of operational and maintenance challenges on the current water supply system and Lithon Project Consultants compiled a Water Master…
Read MoreKatwitwi Water Masterplan
Lithon Project Consultants was appointed by Namwater to do a situation assessment of a proposed Bulk Water Supply Scheme in Katwitwi in the north of Namibia. The services provided under this investigation are summarised below: Inception – confirmed the scope of work and any additions, alterations, omissions Field visits – each scheme component was visited…
Read MoreJan Jonker mixed-use development
Design and construction of a new five story mixed-use building, which included offices and residential units. Construction progressed to the final structural stage, which included bulk earth works, foundations and reinforced concrete works. Design of Civil, Mechanical and Electrical services were completed. These services included sewer, storm water, potable water, fire protection, detection & sprinkler…
Read MoreInfrastructure in Havana Proper
The project entailed the design, tendering and construction supervision of water and sewer infrastructure for the Havana Proper area in Windhoek Project management Services provided: The project included the following components: Sewer design and network analysis. Water reticulation design and network analysis. Tender documentation Construction supervision and Contract administration
Read MoreGochas Engineering Audit
Engineering Audit for Gochas Village Council Assets Services provided: Physical assets audit Electrical assets audit Data analysis and collection Stakeholder engagement
Read MoreOtjiwarongo Heroes & Freedom Park
The project entailed the provision of Municipal Services for Heroes & Freedom Park, Otjiwarongo: The contract comprised the construction of sewer & water reticulation, stormwater channels/ drifts, earthworks, construction of gravel roads, concrete works and the provision of electrical services Lithon was appointed to do all designs related to the provision of municipal infrastructure (water…
Read MoreThorn Valley
Design, tendering and the construction of municipal services and infrastructure in Thorn Valley. Services Provided in Thorn Valley: Design Tendering Contract Administraion Project Management and Construction Supervision
Read MoreOpuwo – Sesfontein
Financing, Town Planning, servicing and housing construction. Lithon was appointed to do contract administration and construction supervision from inception to completion. Services provided within the assignment: Civil Engineering; Structural Engineering; and Electrical Engineering.
Read MoreOngos: Road Network Planning & Roads and Storm Water Infrastructure
Roads and stormwater design for new township development. Project area is about 180ha for 2,500 houses. The study of external and internal bulk road infrastructure and the investigation, design and supervision for the provision of internal road infrastructure in road lengths in excess of 20km. Services provided: Client Liaison; Geometric Designs; Pavement Designs; Storm water…
Read MoreOndangwa Airside Investigation
This was an investigation into the airside pavements only. A detailed investigation into the airside pavements was done. It includes a concept long-term layout plan and ICAO confirmation. Findings/recommendations include the immediate close of a large section of the runway and a warning relating to the new terminal being too close to the runway.
Read MoreElectrification of Okahao
Design, tendering and construction supervision of medium and low voltage electricity networks and providing service connections to public buildings, private, commercial outlets and vacant erven at Okahao Portion A & B in the Okahao Constituency of Omusati Region. Services provided: Surveying Design Tendering Construction Supervision
Read MoreNoordoewer Aussenkehr
The Feasibility Study for DR212 entails the upgrading of the existing low-volume surface road (Noordoewer-Aussenkehr) and the upgrading of the gravel road section (Aussenkehr – Rosh Pinah) to bitumen standards. DR212 is a vital link to the economic activities along the Orange River as well as tourist activities within the southern area of Namibia. Services…
Read MoreEwanifo and Onduludiya Localities
Design, tendering and construction supervision of medium and low voltage electricity networks and the provision of service connections to public buildings, and commercial outlets at Ewanifo and Onduludiya Localities in the Epembe Constituency of Ohangwena Region. Services provided: Surveying Design Tendering Construction Supervision
Read MoreProvision of Municipal Infrastructure Design in Enhenye
A total number of 317 erven were serviced in Oshakati Ext 3 & 8 (Ehenye) as part of this project. This included water reticulation, sewer reticulation, sewer reticulation, electricity distribution, as well as a combination of surfaced and gravel roads. Lithon was appointed to do all designs related to the provision of municipal infrastructure. The…
Read MoreCommuter Railway Feasibility
The railway line from Windhoek to Rehoboth is 97 kilometres long and is situated in the Khomas Region of Namibia. This section of track was completed in 1912 and upgraded to 18.5-ton axle load long welded track between 1970-1975. The project entails a study of the feasibility of upgrading the railway line, with all associated…
Read MoreOshakati Open Market
The project entailed site preparation work through bulk filling and provision of access roads and stormwater infrastructure. Building works entailed construction of a 40m high tower and several buildings Lithon was appointed to do all Civil, Structural, Electric and Mechanical Engineering services for the Oshakati Open Market.
Read MoreOshakati Ekuku
Development of 100 plots allocated in the middle to affordable income housing bracket. Starting with phase 1 consisting of 36 plots. plots ranging in size from 330 m2 – to 591 m2 House types range from 1 Bedroom House to 4 Bedroom and a Double storey 3 Bedroom House. Description of actual services provided by…
Read MoreOmungono Lifestyle Estate
Financing, Town Planning servicing and housing construction. Lithon was appointed to do contract administration and construction supervision from inception to completion. As well as to provide the following services: Civil Engineering Structural Engineering Electrical Engineering
Read MoreConsulting Services (Project Design and Supervision) for NGSIP
The Governments of Namibia and Germany agreed to implement the Namibian-German Special Initiative Programme (NGSIP) aimed at developing projects in areas and for communities that have historic ties with German colonial government and which the present German Government considered to be a special moral and historical responsibility. The Namibian government identified beneficiaries from the Erongo,…
Read MoreUpgrade of Hosea Kutako International Airport
Alleviate congestion currently being experienced at Hosea Kutako International Airport (HKIA) through refurbishment and renovation work packages, upgrading of certain equipment and services such that an Optimum Level of Service (IATA rating) is achieved at HKIA. Services provided within the assignment: Ensuring overall execution, management and delivery of a project (scope, budget, quality and schedule);…
Read MoreCalueque – Oshakati Water Pipeline Project
The Calueque-Oshakati canal originates near the Calueque dam on the Cunene River in Southern Angola and conveys raw-water over a distance of more than 150km to various water treatment plants in the Central North of Namibia. It forms the main artery of water supply to more than 800,000 people in Namibia living in an area…
Read MoreBrakwater Bulk Services Master Plan
Compilation of a Bulk Services Master Plan for the development of the Breakwater Area to the north of Windhoek. This master plan forms the basis for future infrastructure development in this area. It is anticipated that when fully developed, the Breakwater Area can house 184,000 inhabitants and 3150 industries. The master plan included water, storage…
Read MoreRiverport Residential Estate Complex
The Riverport Development is a newly constructed mixed-use (residential and commercial units) for FaanberghWinckler Projects. This development comprises of 82 residential flats with a total floor area of 5845 square metres. The commercial units are located on ground floor, and totals to a floor space of 661 square metres. For this development, a total of…
Read MoreNHE Okahao Housing
Financing and Construction of 50 Houses in Okahao, Namibia. Supply to the Contractor during the progress of the Works copies of Drawings and Specifications or instructions as shall be necessary for the proper and adequate execution and (where specified) defects correction of the Works. Interpret Engineer’s Drawings and Specifications when called upon to do so.…
Read MoreEureka Development
Description of project: Planning, designing, construction and sale of a 29-unit General Residential Complex. Services provided within the assignment: Facilitate the surveying and development of the sectional title Planning and design of municipal services. scheme. Supply to the Contractor during the progress of the Works copies of Drawings and Specifications or instructions as shall be…
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Ndaudika Mulundileni and Andreas Leonard started a business in STEM Education using robotics to teach learners to create solutions for everyday problems. They were guided by several professionals, sharing their experience and knowledge regarding their business, financial and marketing plan to ensure their company growth is well managed.
Read MoreJustine Andreas – Dear Girl (Dignity Campaign)
Justine attended an international conference of Dignity Campaign in South Africa in 2019, then through collaboration with African Leadership Institute organised a Dignity Facilitator Training course at Rock Lodge in 2019. The leaders of her organisation, Dear Girl, received this training, in a group with other ladies to increase the effectiveness of their impact with…
Read MoreEnock Lumene – Lithon Mentorship
Enock is a 2nd year student at UNAM, studying to be a teacher with integrity, whilst tutoring several older students doing their teaching diploma, assisting at his old school and shows involvement in the community of his home town Okahandja, by coaching a youth soccer team and assisting at Christ Hope’s centre for afternoon support…
Read MoreMattheus Shivute – Lithon Mentorship
Mattheus, a 2nd year student at NUST, with guidance, organised a day for young men to gain information regarding several relevant topics for those raised fatherless and without role models. He is also a tutor at Edulotion (a PAY project) and is actively involved in KAYEC’s Youth program, through which he himself developed to be…
Read MoreHage Geingob Secondary School Windhoek – Partners for possibility
Suggested project by IFL partners to identify and select a government school and by providing opportunities and creating alternatives for the learners and teachers to excel and be able to compete on all levels with private schools.
Read MorePPC Youth Outreach
PPC Youth Outreach to Swakopmund in Dec 2018, connect with Rugby Kidz for Christ and Cricket Namibia to increase the impact on the community.
Read MoreKatariena and Morné Richter – burned down shack
In July 2019 the Richter’s shack burned down to the ground. Through the networking of Impact for Life, a brand-new double walled shack was rebuilt and donations for house hold items and furniture poured in to support Katariena, currently the matron of the Homeless Shelter in Windhoek, previously also homeless herself.
Read MoreNamibia Institute for Democracy
Presented 4 Civil Society Support programs in October 2019. Lithon was privileged to nominate 12 organisations to attend this sponsored event and add incredible value to the effectiveness of each organisation.
Read MoreJac-Louis and Gijsbertha van Rooyen – Light for the children
Jac-Louis presented at the breakfast in June 2018. Connected with furniture supplier for furniture for a new halfway home for orphans in Gobabis.
Read MoreEbenhard Ripunda – Namibia Association of Wheelchair Users
Ebenhard presented at a breakfast in Aug 2019 – the organisation is 18 months old, going downhill, and dead-end frustration. Connected with Elize Mayne, psychologist, regarding career advice for future studies, and advised him to apply for an internship at FRESH, a faith-based organisation, will receive a small salary next year while gaining mentored experience…
Read MoreHostel Facilities at Vooruitsig Junior Secondary School
Design and installation of Mechanical and Electrical services for the new hostel facility’s buildings which consisted of six dormitories, superintendent’s and chief matrons’ houses, service block, dining hall and kitchen. These services included internal potable water, fire protection, thermal (solar) water heating, air-conditioning & ventilation, refrigeration, LPG, kitchen equipment, diesel generator and electrical reticulations. Services…
Read MoreNamcor Hosea Kutako International Airport Fuel Station
Design and construction of a new fuel station, which included the fuel forecourt and a convenience store/shop’s Civil, Structural, Mechanical and Electrical components. New building services required were sewer, storm water, potable water, fire protection, fire booster pump station and water storage tank, air-conditioning & ventilation, refrigeration, LPG, kitchen equipment, access control, cctv and electrical…
Read MoreMaster Planning of the Tsumeb Water Distribution System
The Tsumeb Municipality appointed Lithon to compile a water hydraulic computer model and to produce a water master plan report for Tsumeb. This project provides general information on the attributes and functioning of the water distribution system serving Tsumeb and addresses the following specific issues. Services provided within the assignment: Evaluation of existing system performance;…
Read MoreNew Health Care Risk Waste Treatment Facility for Windhoek
Design, tender procurement, construction supervision and project management for the establishment of site works and infrastructure services for a Health Care Risk Treatment Facility. Planning, design, tendering, construction supervision and project management of all civil, structural, mechanical and electrical work for a modern medical waste treatment complex for the City of Windhoek. Acting as the…
Read MoreHusab Mine Access Road
Bankable feasibility study, design and construction of a new 22 km long surfaced road and a 160 m long bridge over the Khan River. The first 4km section is over a relatively flat terrain before descending into moon landscapes, with rough terrains consisting of solid granite rock, which constituted massive blasting operations. 10 km of…
Read MoreConcrete Reservoir Walvis Bay
Civil Consultancy Services for the design and Project management of the construction a 20ML concrete, potable water reservoir at Mile 7, Walvis Bay. Lithon was appointed as Consulting Engineers for the Design & Construction Supervision of the 20Ml Water Reservoir at Mile 7, Walvis Bay. The project scope consisted of: Construction of 20Ml Concrete Reservoir…
Read MoreWindhoek Water and Sewer Reticulation Master Plan
This study covers three specific areas of Windhoek and the farms Ongos and Monte Christo, which lie to the north of the City. The study makes proposals and do cost estimates of the infrastructure required to supply bulk water and sewer networks to these areas. These areas are: Rocky Crest and the planned expansion of…
Read MoreEconomic study on Concentrated Solar Power (*CSP) Plants
The analysis of macro-economic costs and benefits associated with the CSP plant suggestions on a 135 MW CR CSP plant with a 15-hour storage capacity and 135 MW PT CSP plant with a 9-hour storage capacity were considered. Services provided Client liaison EIAResearch CSP models (Central Receiver and Parabolic trough) Performance analysis Macro-economic impact…
Read MoreWindhoek – Rehoboth Carriageway
Design of a new dual carriage freeway between Windhoek and Rehoboth, totalling 92 km divided in 4 sections. 14 interchanges have been designed over the total length of the road. Sections 1A and 1B (33 km long) includes the freeway south of the interchange that connects T0901, T0106 and M0049. Section 2 (30 km) stretches…
Read MoreNamibBou Housing Scheme Ondangwa
The total size of the project (Phase 1 – Phase 6) includes more than 900 erven to be serviced. The first three phases of the project consisted of servicing +/-450 even with water and sewer reticulation infrastructure, as well as bitumen roads and stormwater infrastructure. Lithon was appointed to conduct a feasibility study for the…
Read MoreKahenge Proper
Description of Project Development of 30 middle-income houses with about 600m2 plots. Starting with phase 1 consisting of 12 plots. House types range from 1 Bedroom House to 3 Bedroom House. Services provided Project Management, Inception, Legal Review (ownership), Concept Planning, Environmental, Feasibility, Sales and Marketing, Legal / Statutory Requirements (including Town Planning), Design, Tender,…
Read MoreMashare Irrigation Scheme Phase
Multi-disciplinary Engineering, Detailed Design, Procurement, Construction Supervision and Project Management for a 372-ha irrigation scheme in the North of Namibia. Multi-disciplinary Engineering, Detailed Design, Procurement, Construction Supervision and Project Management for a 372-ha irrigation scheme in the North of Namibia. Soil Surveys were obtained to identify suitable crops for this area. The scope entails all…
Read MoreNdonga-Linena Irrigation Scheme
Professional services for the design, preparation of tender documents, procurement evaluation and construction supervision and project management of Ndonga Linena Irrigation project Phase Two. Multi-disciplinary Engineering, Detailed Design and Construction Project Support for a 540-ha irrigation scheme in the North of Namibia. The scope entails all infrastructure requirements (river pump stations, booster pump stations, electrical reticulation,…
Read MoreTemporary Water Supply Pipeline to Husab Mine
Services included developing innovative design solutions, field testing of solutions and full-time construction supervision. Planning, Design, Tendering and Construction Supervision of a 26 km long, DN 250 steel pipeline. This pipeline was installed above ground and supplied water to a new large-scale mining development in the Namib Desert. The unique circumstances required an intensive design…
Read MoreRPZC Underground Ore
Engineering and Design of a 2,6km Underground Ore Transportation System (Conveyor).
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