As the Easter weekend begins, travellers are making their way from the city to the southern parts of the country.
While some are travelling to reunite with their families, others are heading out to enjoy the long weekend festivities.
The Okapuka Roadblock experienced heavy traffic flow as people travelled to various destinations for the Easter weekend.
A visible police presence has been deployed to monitor traffic flow and ensure compliance with road safety regulations.
The Otjozondjupa Police Spokesperson and Community Liaison Officer, Senior Inspector Maureen Mbeha, has urged travellers to obey road traffic rules during the Easter weekend as traffic volumes increase on major routes.
Police in ||Kharas Region will be out in full force to ensure the safety of residents and visitors during the Easter Weekend.
Acting police regional commander, Deputy Commissioner Gottfried Kauhanda, said this during an address with police members.
The minister of Works and Transport , has cautioned all Namibians to take responsibility for road safety during the Easter weekend.
Veikko Nekundi emphasised that he wishes for zero vehicle crashes during the Easter holiday.
Police in Swakopmund have boosted their presence in public spaces, including through traffic controls, to ensure a safe Easter weekend for citizens.
Visitors continue to flock to the coastal town of Swakopmund to enjoy the various tourism activities present at the hub of adventure.
The police in ||Kharas Region are intensifying efforts to ensure a safe and crime-free holiday for both residents and visitors across the region.
NamPol National Spokesperson Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi has urged motorists to exercise caution and responsible behaviour on the roads as the Easter long weekend gets underway.
Many Namibians and visitors are expected to spend their Easter weekend in Swakopmund.
The popular holiday destination has experienced high levels of traffic into the town since the early hours of this morning.
NBC news reporter Stefan |Uirab interviewed the town's Mayor, Dina Namubes.
Namibians have been encouraged to recommit to the values of compassion, sacrifice, and care for one another as they collectively build a peaceful, safe, and prosperous Namibian house.
President Nangolo Mbumba extended these words of encouragement in a statement, on the occasion of the Easter weekend.
