The rainy season that brings hope for water and food security also comes with some disruptions, especially for motorists in urban areas.
Potholes seem to be emerging on almost every street in the capital, costing drivers thousands of dollars for vehicle repairs.
The Mayor of the City of Windhoek, Ndeshihafela Laranja, outlined her vision for the city during her tenure.
Speaking at a media briefing this morning, Laranja said Windhoek could not afford to remain stagnant, as it has the potential to transition into a globally competitive city.
Social justice activist Shaun Gariseb is concerned about NamPower's proposed bulk tariffs of over 17%, saying the increase will have a negative impact on vendors who will be forced to mark up their prices.
The City of Windhoek, in a council meeting, assessed the effectiveness of the projects it implemented in the 2024/2025 financial year, which are to be continued throughout the next financial year.
They also discussed various items on their agenda set to take place this year.
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) responded to social justice activist Shaun Gariseb regarding complaints about various irregularities at the Gobabis municipality.
About eight shacks and a repair shop burnt down in the Havanna Settlement at about 15:00 on Saturday in Oshakati Street, leaving more than 50 people homeless.
The fire has left a devastating impact on the residents in the area, as they have lost their homes and properties, with only rubble remaining.
A new partnership is set to give mineworkers a stake in a developing company.
Namitvest Investment Holdings and Swakop Uranium have signed an agreement that will allow mineworkers to invest in JTT Public Holdings Company, giving them a direct share in its future success.
Flight Captain William Ekandjo and former air hostess Foibe Lukas shared their experiences traveling with the late former President during his presidency.
During the COVID-19 epidemic in 2020, many homeless people were moved to Khomasdal Stadium, as they had nowhere to call home during the lockdown period.
Although this was a temporary arrangement, to date these people remain there, enduring the harsh weather conditions that come with the rainy season.
The City of Windhoek, in partnership with Vivo Energy, held a groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of a sanitation hub at the Mix Settlement.
The purpose of the project is to improve sanitary conditions and provide clean water to the residents.
