The Swakopmund Circuit Inspector, Chris Eixab, says although most learners have been placed in schools, placement challenges persist in Grades 1 and 8 due to the growing number of families relocating to the coastal town.
Hundreds of Swakopmund residents who rent houses and shacks have called for urgent action on Namibia's slow provision of affordable land and housing.
The residents have expressed frustration as they gathered to strategise on how their demand for affordable land and housing can be heard.
The Swakopmund municipality has officially launched a prototype of the meeting island at Hanganeni Playground, with an investment of N$1.8 million spread over two years.
A Namibian entrepreneur is turning locally sourced peanuts into a growing agro-processing business at Swakopmund.
While producing peanut butter, Frans Shivute and his wife, Constance, are helping farmers reduce waste and create jobs.
Mile 108 is rapidly becoming a premier destination for campers.
Managed by Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR), the site reached near-total capacity during the 2025 holiday season.
Located roughly 170 km north of Swakopmund, Mile 108 offers a tranquil seafront escape.
With short-term rental demand surging at Swakopmund, long-term accommodation has become scarce, driving up prices and fuelling rental scams.
Swakopmund's popularity as a holiday destination is driving a major shift in the rental market.
More than 50 pairs of school shoes, sanitary towels and deodorant were handed over to the Office of the Erongo Governor as part of a community empowerment drive by the 4x4 Initiative Foundation in Swakopmund.
Small tourism businesses along Swakopmund's beach are beginning to feel the slowdown as the holiday season comes to an end.
Swakopmund Mayor Suamma Kautondokwa has described the festive season as busy but successful, with the town once again proving to be a safe and welcoming tourist destination.
Monarch Lifeguard has reported that the coastal beaches in Swakopmund and Walvis Bay were generally calm during the holiday period, despite the large crowds.
However, three tragic drowning incidents have renewed calls for stricter water safety awareness.
