HEAVY TRAFFIC REPORTED AT OKAPUKA ROADBLOCK

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Traffic flow at the Okapuka Roadblock, north of Windhoek, is heavy as motorists return from various destinations after the recently concluded Easter long weekend.

A visible police presence has been deployed to monitor traffic flow and ensure compliance with road safety regulations.

SHANINGWA PAYS TRIBUTE TO JAMES UERIKUA

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The Secretary General of the Swapo Party, Sophia Shaningwa, has paid tribute to the late James Uerikua during a visit to the family house in Windhoek.

Shaningwa described the late Uerikua as a committed member of the party and the nation, whose death has left many in mourning.

CITY OF WINDHOEK APP RECORDS OVER 14,000 DOWNLOADS

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Since its launch three years ago, the City of Windhoek app has recorded over 14,867 downloads, with 737 active users in the past 30 days.

The mobile app aims to enhance public safety by enabling residents to verify taxis prior to their use.

POHAMBA CONVEYS CONDOLENCES TO FAMILY OF JAMES UERIKUA

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Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba has conveyed his condolences to the family of the late Parliamentarian James Uerikua.

Former President Pohamba's message was delivered by his Special Assistant, Frans !Gaoseb.

NEKUNDI OPENS ARIS RIVER BRIDGE BYPASS ROAD

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The Minister of Works and Transport, Veikko Nekundi, officially opened the Aris River Bridge bypass road between Windhoek and Rehoboth.
The project saw a total investment of more than N$17 million. 

NBC RESEARCHER TJITUKA WINS AT NATIONAL RESEARCH AWARDS

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Floyd Tjituka, a researcher at NBC, was among the winners at the National Research Excellence Awards 2026, held in Windhoek.

Tjituka received the Best Individual Award in the Science Communication and Public Engagement category.

WOMEN LAWMAKERS LAUNCH JOINT PARLIAMENTARY CAUCUS

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The Joint Parliamentary Women Caucus has officially been launched in Windhoek, bringing together women lawmakers from different political parties to strengthen participation in parliamentary processes and decision-making.

FLOODWATERS SUBSIDE ON REHOBOTH-WINDHOEK ROAD

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Following recent heavy rains, floodwaters that had submerged parts of the Rehoboth-Windhoek road, approximately three kilometres outside the capital, have now subsided.

However, authorities have cautioned road users to remain vigilant.

KHOMAS GOVERNOR CALLS FOR UNITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY

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The Governor of the |Khomas Region has called for unity and accountability in driving the region’s Integrated Development Plan.

Sam Nujoma addressed a stakeholder consultation gathering in Windhoek.

MOHSS COMMITS TO STRONGER BLOOD TRANSFUSION SERVICES

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The Ministry of Health and Social Services (MoHSS) has recommitted to strengthening systems that will ensure safe, effective, and sustainable blood transfusion service. 

The commitment was made at the opening of the Africa Society for Blood Transfusion 12th International Congress in Windhoek.