Swakopmund, a traditional holiday spot for both locals and foreigners, offers a plethora of opportunities for adventures, sports, and classic entertainment. 

Swakopmund, the picturesque coastal town, witnessed an exhilarating year-end target archery shooting event over the weekend.

Swakopmund has already drawn a substantial number of visitors, leading to a shortage of available parking space.

This influx is proving beneficial for the local economy.

nbc News reporter Stefan |Uirab interviewed Swakopmund Mayor Dina Namubes to shed light on the situation.

Hitch-hikers in Swakopmund find themselves in a predicament as they contend with inflated transportation prices, leaving them stranded at no-hitchhiking zones and service stations.

Swakopmund is one of the preferred holiday destinations in the country, and with its pleasant weather, it is impossible to stay indoors. 

Tourism is one of Namibia's fastest-growing industries, and as the holiday season approaches, thousands of tourists and holidaymakers, both local and foreign, will descend on the coastal town of Swakopmund.

Amid the festivities, the public is warned not to relax their guard but to be on the lookout for criminals or scammers who up their game during this time of the year.

Safety and security are the number-one priorities of the Erongo Police at Swakopmund and Walvis Bay.

The Mineworkers Union (MUN) has introduced an education and SME Fund, as well as legal protection, for its current and former members and their dependents.

Union President Ismael Kasuto says the aim is to ensure that the education, employment, and legal needs of miners and their families are covered.

To address the housing backlog, the government has handed over 4000 housing units since the inception of the Mass Housing Development Programme in 2014, up to July 2023.

The MHDP commenced with projects at 21 sites around the country.

Dina Namubes, who has been re-elected as Mayor of Swakopmund, emphasises the need for ongoing collaboration with all relevant parties to achieve the town's future objectives.