As the Easter weekend draws to a close, heavy traffic flows through the Okahandja roadblock as travelers return to the capital from various destinations.

The Catholic community in Namibia is mourning, following the death of Pope Francis earlier today in Rome. 

The news has sent shockwaves across the globe.

Speaking to nbc News, Archbishop Liborius Nashenda expressed sorrow, shock and a profound sense of spiritual loss.

A demonstration advocating for the legalisation of cannabis in Namibia took place in Windhoek on International Cannabis Day.

Activists and users gathered to raise awareness about the medicinal, economic, and industrial potential of the plant.

Otjozondjupa Region recorded four accidents over the Easter holiday.

On Thursday, two people died in an accident north of Otjiwarongo involving four trucks, of which three belong to Coleman Transportation en route to B2 Gold Namibia Mine.

Author and preacher Tiffany Gertze launched her book "Living with an Addict" at Swakopmund to inspire communities that there is restoration after a drug addiction.

In the book, Gertze opens up about her brother's struggle with drug addiction for 18 years and his restoration journey.