Residents of Walvis Bay are increasingly becoming frustrated by the poor delivery of service from the local municipal council.
Locals describe the town's services as "third-class" and have raised concerns about the growing number of issues affecting daily life.
The Secretary General of the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM), Manuel Ngaringombe, has called on party members to work diligently and strategically to increase their vote share and become a significant force on Namibia's political landscape.
The Governor of the Erongo Region, Neville Andre, has expressed his sadness during Namibia's first independence celebration without the physical presence of the Founding President Sam Nujoma.
Tourism Officer for the Erongo and Kunene regions, Suama Nambala, emphasised the need to enhance Namibia's tourism industry, ensure the safety of tourists and promote world-class customer service as the 2025 cruise liner season gets underway in Walvis Bay.
Walvis Bay shuttle drivers have expressed frustration and anger towards Windhoek-based tourism agencies for "monopolising bookings and leaving fewer customers for smaller shuttle services in the township."
This is despite the influx of tourists brought in by cruise liners.
Close to 700 workers from Gendev Group at Walvis Bay petitioned the company, demanding full-time employment and protesting what they call "unfair labour conditions."
The community of Otjimbingwe and its surrounding areas have for long faced the emotional and economic hardship of travelling up to 60 kilometres to access mortuary services.
This situation has been placing significant strain on already vulnerable families.
The Minister of Health and Social Services, Dr. Kalumbi Shangula, has underscored the importance of public-private partnerships in achieving the Ministry's mission of providing integrated, affordable, and responsive healthcare to all Namibians.
The Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources, Derek Klazen, emphasised the critical role of the Benguela Current, describing it as a lifeline for the region.
A group of concerned residents in Henties Bay is petitioning for the removal of the town's mayor, Lewies Vermaak, accusing him of defying ministerial directives and obstructing effective governance.
