Many small business owners plan to keep working during the holidays because they know how hard it is to stick to tight budgets in January.

Fixed-line subscriptions continue with a downward trend as more Namibians are now using mobile telecommunications services.

17 entrepreneurs from the Kavango West Region received equipment for their businesses through the Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade's Equipment Aid Scheme. 

Since the scheme's introduction nearly 15 years ago, 2,780 beneficiaries nationwide have received assistance. 

Motorists will not need to budget for extra fuel during the festive season, as petrol and diesel prices will remain unchanged in January 2025.

The fuel price trends in December showed a moderate rise in diesel prices, driven by the continued uptick in global demand.

The City of Windhoek's dams that supply 80% of water to the residents are below capacity, and residents are urged to embrace saving measures.

Public Relations Officer at the City of Windhoek, Harold Akwenye, urges public members to use water responsibly as water is scarce.