Heavy rainfall causes extensive damage to Windhoek homes

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The heavy rainfall yesterday damaged several houses in Windhoek, leaving residents scrambling to repair them this morning.

Among the worst-hit areas were Otjomuise, Havana, and Greenwell Matongo, where many homeowners were seen patching up broken structures.

City of Windhoek New Year's bash

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The City of Windhoek will host the New Year's bash tomorrow in the Central Business District along Independence Avenue.

The festivities will start at 12 o'clock in the afternoon.

The New Year's bash will feature performances from various artists, food stalls with local cuisines, and fireworks.

CoW warns residents against scammers posing as municipal officials

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The City of Windhoek is warning residents to be cautious of scammers posing as municipal officials and asking for money from them. 

The individuals contact residents, claiming they must immediately pay if they do not want their municipal services disconnected.

Windhoek's dams run dry

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The City of Windhoek's dams that supply 80% of water to the residents are below capacity, and residents are urged to embrace saving measures.

Public Relations Officer at the City of Windhoek, Harold Akwenye, urges public members to use water responsibly as water is scarce.

CoW recreational facility ready for outdoor activities

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During the festive season, visitors and locals from across the country make use of recreational parks to enjoy the outdoor activities with family and friends.

The City of Windhoek is making sure that the parks infrastructure is in good condition and well maintained during the festive season.

CoW postpones election of office bearers amid councillor disruptions

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The City of Windhoek's election of office bearers had to be postponed to today after some councillors defied the instructions of the presiding officer.

The disruption happened a few minutes after the mayor and the deputy mayor handed over their mayoral regalia on Monday.

Groot |Aub residents bemoan continued lack of basic services

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Windhoek Rural Councillor, Piet Adams, has highlighted the dire challenges faced by the community of Groot |Aub and surrounding areas, such as landlessness and wealth inequality. 

Groot |Aub is a settlement located about 60 kilometres south of Windhoek.