Inspector General of the Police, Joseph Shikongo, and his team visited the Okahandja roadblock to remind travellers to be cautious during the holiday season.
Lieutenant General Shikongo reassured road users of the police presence, explaining the importance of road safety.
Poor workmanship is said to have caused extensive damage to the properties of some tenants at the Etango Shopping complex at Oshakati in the Oshana Region following heavy rainfall received on Saturday.
The Chief Meteorological Forecaster at the Namibia Meteorological Service Odillo Kgobetsi has cautioned about potential risks of flash floods and lightning due in the coming days, particularly for the Kavango and Zambezi regions.
Every day, someone makes a positive impact on the life of someone else. Often, these everyday heroes' contributions go unacknowledged, but the community of Okahao honoured the late Elizabeth Shangula, a pioneer in public health.
Descendants of the victims of the Genocide in the diaspora will benefit from the Joint Declaration through bursaries and other reconciliatory means if it goes through, whilst those who return to Namibia will benefit like any other.
Meanwhile, when asked for comment, Enias Thomas, the administration officer on site for Gecko Mining, explained that the community members may have misunderstood the terms of the agreement they entered into with the company.
Some small-scale miners of blue rocks from Orutumba Village have expressed dissatisfaction with a mining agreement they entered into with Gecko Mining, claiming they feel exploited under the current terms.
As New Year's Eve approaches, authorities are reminding the public to avoid using fireworks in residential areas and public spaces without proper authorisation.
Heavy rains received on Saturday have left many houses surrounded by water at the Ehenye residential area in Oshakati, Oshana Region.
The Tses Village Council, in partnership with the Social Security Commission (SCC), will be launching information and communication technology initiatives aimed at empowering the village's youth.
