The residents of Ocean View and Mile 4 in Swakopmund have expressed concern over the rapid mushrooming of informal shacks in the settlement of DRC, on the outskirts of the coastal town.

A number of dissatisfied residents from Arandis have been camping out in front of the Town Council, demanding land, since Sunday.

The residents, mainly elderly individuals, and pregnant women told the nbc News team that they are disheartened by the continuous need to rent accommodation. 

The Mayor of Swakopmund, Dina Namubes, says informal trading plays a crucial role in fostering local economic development.

Namubes further highlighted its substantial impact as a catalyst for combating poverty and unemployment in rural areas.

About 290 project employees of Hangana Seafood have voiced their discontentment with the employment conditions they are experiencing following an agreement reached with the government for their reinstatement in 2021.

The Swakopmund Municipality has made progress in service delivery to all its residents.

This is evident through endeavours like allocating land for housing requirements and ensuring that the welfare of the community remains of utmost importance.

The Mayor of Swakopmund, Dina Namubes, has emphasized that electricity serves as a catalyst for economic development and should be equitably distributed and supplied to all consumers within their respective regions.

The governor of Erongo region, Neville Andre, says young men and boys are at a disadvantage as most are drawn into negative societal issues, are uninspired, and don't strive for success.

The Governor of Erongo Region, Neville Andre, presented a recognition award to the local police for their efforts to combat drug trafficking.

The award comes after the recent seizure of more than 30 kg of cannabis worth N$1.5 million in a period of three days.

Taxi drivers at Walvis Bay handed over a petition containing a number of concerns, including poor road conditions and perceived discrimination against Kuisebmund and factory-side road users.
 
Namibia holds the top rank among all SADC countries in terms of the best road conditions.

The Executive Director of the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), Tylvas Shilongo, says loss of revenue does not only deprives the state of revenue but also derails the development of the country.

Shilongo highlighted this during the handover of the NamRa Domestic Taxes Western Region Report at Walvis Bay.