43-year-old truck driver Robbert Amutenya, who allegedly blocked traffic in Orwetoveni after refusing a breathalyser test, appeared in the Otjiwarongo Magistrate's Court today.

The mother of one of the accused in the Rehoboth drug case, Shirley Beukes (62), says she wants her son to remain in custody.

Beukes told NBC News her son, Menschel Beukes (33), has repeatedly caused her hardship.

The Keetmanshoop Municipality Traffic Department has issued 25 fines since the start of the festive season, compared to over 40 in the same period last year.

The Sikondo Green Scheme's decision to experiment with the Valour variety of potato this year was not as successful as anticipated.

The City of Windhoek has acknowledged growing frustration among motorists over potholes across various suburbs and townships, attributing the situation largely to persistent rainy weather.

The City of Windhoek (CoW) has urged the residents to handle the fireworks responsibly in the celebration of the new year to avoid injuries and damage to properties. 

Residents are urged to take precautions with fireworks and follow all the safety tips to ensure a secure celebration of the new year. 

For citizens of Botswana, 2025 was a year of economic struggle and a fragile hope. 

With significant downturns quarter after quarter and a collapsing currency, Botswana experienced the worst economic challenges. 

Struggle stalwart, educator, and midwife Aino Nangula Tulimevava Nanghonda was buried at Onamukulo Cemetery in the Ohangwena Region, leaving behind a legacy of service and sacrifice.

Nanghonda died on 18 December at Oshakati Intermediate Hospital at the age of 83.

The Gibeon Village Council is leveraging smart partnerships with larger towns across the country to fast-track development.

NBC News sat down with the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Gibeon Village Council, Pederius Tjihoreko, to talk about some of these initiatives. 

The only access road to the Eastern province of Zambia, Mozambique, and Malawi has been washed away, leaving hundreds of vehicles stranded on either side.

The Great East Road is a major road in Zambia and the main route linking its Eastern Province with the rest of the country.