As the year 2024 faded away, the beaches of the coastal towns came alive with excitement, and fireworks were displayed as midnight struck.

The Swakopmund beaches are a hive of activity as holidaymakers and beachgoers frolic on the seashore. 

Swakopmund is a traditional holiday spot for locals and foreigners alike, with many participating in daring adventures on the dunes and going on hot air balloon rides, amongst others. 

The Ubuntu Safe Haven Soup Kitchen in the DRC informal settlement on the outskirts of Swakopmund is pleading with good Samaritans to assist in building a dining hall and utensils. 

The soup kitchen feeds over 300 children, who receive their meals in the open.

The mayors of Swakopmund and Walvis Bay say the year 2024 has been a challenging one.

Throughout the year, the neighbours supported each other and found innovative ways to assist local businesses and customers. 

Rear Admiral Junor Grade Sacheus !Gonteb has been appointed as the fourth Navy Commander.

The change of command ceremony was held at Walvis Bay on Monday.

Rear Admiral Sacheus !Gonteb replaces Rear Admiral Alweendo Amugulu.

Swakopmund is one of the preferred holiday destinations in the country, and with its pleasant weather, it is impossible to stay indoors.

When the scorching sun comes out, many are drawn to the beach to cool off or enjoy volleyball and beach soccer.

The body of a 40-year-old man, Kevin Kelly !Gonteb, was discovered in a pool of blood by two passersby early Sunday morning between 02:00 and 03:00 in the new industrial area at John ya Otto Street in Swakopmund.

Young people are encouraged to stay safe and healthy and avoid crime, drug use, and violence during the festive season. 

Blasius Goraseb, the mayor of Swakopmund, ceremoniously welcomed visitors to the town with a big traffic parade that marked the beginning of the holiday season. 

Goraseb, in his address, urged both residents and visitors to exercise caution on the roads and to celebrate responsibly.