Since its establishment, the Erongo Desalination Plant has been recognised as an enabler for the region's modern economy.
This year, the plant marks 15 years of existence.
It is located about 30 kilometres from Swakopmund, near the Wlotzkasbaken settlement.
World Oceans Day is observed annually on June 8. This year, Swakopmund hosted an event themed “Sustaining what sustains us,” which emphasized the importance of protecting and preserving marine life for future generations.
Land degradation is likely to pose a threat to food security if nothing is done to address the situation.
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change report of 2024 indicates that between 20 and 40 percent of the world's land is already degraded, nearly affecting half of the global population.
The Wagdaar settlement, located west of the DRC informal settlement on the outskirts of Swakopmund, has received two new light towers, marking the start of a project this week that symbolises hope and safety for its residents.
The Namibia Institute of Pathology (NIP) Limited has launched an innovative hub for manufacturing medical consumables, including specimen tubes, at a cost exceeding N$14 million in Swakopmund.
Residents of Monica Geingos Street in Swakopmund woke up on Wednesday to find their road flooded, with water seeping into homes located on the lower end of the street.
Five people with disabilities applauded the Swakopmund constituency and municipality for donating plots to them.
Since 2013, the five beneficiaries have struggled to secure plots due to discrimination and limited access to economic opportunities.
Stakeholders have agreed to set up an integrated Gender-Based Violence Information Management System for Namibia by March 2027.
The stakeholders from the government, private and civil sectors made the decision at a high-level meeting at Swakopmund.
Nurses at Swakopmund State Hospital have been reminded to dedicate themselves to their work selflessly, despite the challenges they encounter.
As the world marks International Nurses Day, coastal state facilities face challenges, including a lack of equipment, medicine and staff shortages.
Members of the 8th parliament are gathered at Swakopmund for a one-week induction and orientation seminar.
The induction is an opportunity for the members of parliament to gain knowledge about procedures, responsibilities, standing rules, and orders, among others.
