Otjiwarongo is embracing the Christmas spirit as residents gather for a Christmas Carols event at the public space next to Spar.

Vendors in Windhoek are slowly beginning to feel the pinch from the absence of customers, as many have returned to their places of origin, while others head to holiday destinations to unwind.​

Tobias Hangula (50) appeared in the Otjiwarongo Magistrate’s Court for the first time today on charges related to a fatal incident in which a five-year-old boy was killed after a vehicle drove into a yard, for which he was denied bail.

The Rehoboth community demonstrated today, requesting the refusal of bail for Naomi Fisch and Steve Scheiders, who were arrested last Friday for allegedly dealing in narcotic drugs.

Farmers in the northern regions of Namibia are taking advantage of the current rainfall to begin ploughing and planting their fields, aiming to maximise harvests and improve food security after previous dry spells. 

Christmas came early to some families from the Aus settlement in the ||Kharas Region after they received keys for their new houses. 

The houses were constructed under the Shack Dwellers Federation of Namibia's (SDFN) housing programme. 

Namibia has recorded a sharp increase in serious crimes during the 2024/2025 festive season, with cases increasing by 114%. 

Between November and December 2025, reported criminal incidents climbed from 1,261 cases in the previous year to 2,702 cases.

Namibia recorded 488 road fatalities between 01 January and 14 December 2025, representing a 20% increase compared to the same period last year.

3,126 crashes were recorded, a 4.2% increase compared to the previous year. However, 5,111 injuries were reported, marking a 1.8% decline.

The Oranjemund Town Council has commended the Road Fund Administration for its efforts to improve staff welfare, enhance operational efficiency, and support sustainable local development.

Councillor Roseline Mathys made the remarks at the official handover of RFA staff housing units in Oranjemund. 

Land allocated to the |Khomanin Traditional Authority at Farm Korasieplaats under the government resettlement programme remains unoccupied.