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LÜDERITZ WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY

LÜDERITZ WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENT COMPANY

Top quality commercial sea view properties with exceptional experience for tenants, visitors, tourists & residents of Lüderitz


Welcome to LWDC

Driving Growth, Inspiring Change

The Lüderitz Waterfront Development Company (LWDC) is a Public Enterprise established to facilitate socio-economic development in Lüderitz. The company leads the way by creating a conducive business environment for both new and existing enterprises to operate effectively. LWDC’s properties are made available for rent, enabling businesses to grow and generate employment opportunities.

Transforming Lüderitz into an innovative hub through leadership and collaboration, LWDC acts as a catalyst for socio-economic progress. As a public enterprise established by the Government of the Republic of Namibia, LWDC’s primary mission is to stimulate and facilitate economic activity and business growth particularly in tourism, trade, and related sectors helping the harbour town of Lüderitz realise its full potential as a vibrant waterfront destination and business centre. In pursuit of these goals, LWDC upholds the values of trust, excellence, and professionalism.

Lüderitz Waterfront Development Company

At LWDC, we are not merely developing infrastructure—we are creating opportunities, fostering innovation, and shaping Lüderitz into a thriving hub for business, tourism, and community growth.

Hon. Fluksman Samuehl, CEO, Lüderitz Waterfront Development Company

Inside Lüderitz Old Power Station (LOPS)

Discover LOPS, home to conference facilities, the Namibia Maritime Museum, guest house, gym and corporate offices — a vibrant waterfront landmark in Lüderitz.


Namibia Maritime Museum

Namibia Maritime Museum

The Namibia Maritime Museum is Sub-Saharan Africa’s largest maritime museum. It features exhibits on seafaring, fishing, conservation and offshore industries, as well as ship models, maps and artifacts - connecting Namibia to the sea.

Waterfront Guest House

Waterfront Guest House

Book your stay at LWDC’s Waterfront Guest House offering elegant sea-view rooms, modern amenities, and easy access to Lüderitz’s top waterfront attractions.

Fitness House in Lüderitz

Fitness House

Stay active with an exclusive sea-view gym at Lüderitz Old Power Station. Enjoy modern gym equipment, steam rooms, and personalised training overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.

Lüderitz Conference Centre

Conference Centre

Host your next event at LWDC’s Conference Centre featuring boardrooms, a multipurpose hall, and a 350-seat auditorium with stunning sea views.


First Gentleman Visits Lüderitz Waterfront and Applauds Transformational Development

High-Level Visit Highlights Growing National Interest in the Lüderitz Waterfront

The Lüderitz Waterfront continues to attract senior government officials to its premises. On 06 March 2026, Lieutenant General (rtd) Denga Ndaitwah, the First Gentleman of the Republic of Namibia, visited the Lüderitz Waterfront during his two-day working visit to Lüderitz, hosted by the Lüderitz Waterfront Development Company (LWDC).

Background on the Lüderitz economic and development challenge