Christmas came early to some families from the Aus settlement in the ||Kharas Region after they received keys for their new houses.
The houses were constructed under the Shack Dwellers Federation of Namibia's (SDFN) housing programme.
Namibia has recorded a sharp increase in serious crimes during the 2024/2025 festive season, with cases increasing by 114%.
Between November and December 2025, reported criminal incidents climbed from 1,261 cases in the previous year to 2,702 cases.
Namibia recorded 488 road fatalities between 01 January and 14 December 2025, representing a 20% increase compared to the same period last year.
3,126 crashes were recorded, a 4.2% increase compared to the previous year. However, 5,111 injuries were reported, marking a 1.8% decline.
The Oranjemund Town Council has commended the Road Fund Administration for its efforts to improve staff welfare, enhance operational efficiency, and support sustainable local development.
Councillor Roseline Mathys made the remarks at the official handover of RFA staff housing units in Oranjemund.
Land allocated to the |Khomanin Traditional Authority at Farm Korasieplaats under the government resettlement programme remains unoccupied.
The Queen Sofia Resettlement Farm, near Outjo in the Kunene Region, continues to face challenges affecting agricultural productivity and community life despite significant government support.
The Sam Mweshipadeka Business Park was abuzz with activity as the Ondobe Annual Youth Expo (ONAYE) returned for its third edition.
This year's event, themed "Unity and Progress", coincided with the centenary celebrations of Ondobe Village.
Ondobe Yeno village in the Ohangwena Region is celebrating its centenary, marking 100 years of unity, purpose, and discipline.
The Chairperson of the Omaheke Regional Council, Rocco Nguvauva, said his office will prioritise community empowerment through income-generating projects.
Nguvauva made the remarks during the handing over of income-generating project donations at Du Plessis Plaas in the Okorukambe Constituency.
The Governor of the ||Kharas Region, Dawid Gertze, has urged unity among communities and political leaders.
Gertze, who was speaking during a thanksgiving dinner for the elders, said peace must guide society beyond political differences.
