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Windhoek's $18M Fire Alarm Upgrade | Namibia News
Windhoek’s new $18 million alarm system will slash emergency response times by linking buildings directly to the city’s control room—automatically alerting authorities to fires. Mandatory for hotels, hospitals, dorms, and large commercial spaces, the rollout kicks off with a $750 monthly fee per building, projected to generate $27 million annually to fund upkeep. Awarded to GES via competitive bidding, the five-year contract mirrors successful models in Germany and Singapore, as the city ramps up compliance efforts with businesses already making upgrades. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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