The City of Windhoek (CoW) has urged the residents to handle the fireworks responsibly in the celebration of the new year to avoid injuries and damage to properties.
Residents are urged to take precautions with fireworks and follow all the safety tips to ensure a secure celebration of the new year.
Authorities in Henties Bay have spoken out against vandalism of road signage, which they say compromises public safety, especially during the busy festive season.
The Municipality of Walvis Bay has reiterated that the use of fireworks within the town is prohibited unless prior authorisation has been obtained from the relevant authorities.
Police in the ||Kharas Region have stepped up festive operations by deploying officers to help prevent crime and ensure public safety during the Christmas period.
Compared to last year’s crime statistics for the festive season period of November to December, most crime categories across the regions have increased this year, with only three type murder, culpable homicide, and protected game products showing a decrease.
As the festive season begins, the police have reassured the public of their commitment to serve and protect communities across the country.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged Namibians to exercise care on the national roads during the festive season to curb the rising road fatalities.
New streetlights were installed along the trunk road at Ndiyona Settlement in the Kavango East Region.
The project, which took three months to complete, was funded by the Kavango East Regional Council at a cost of more than N$1.1 million.
Santam and the City of Windhoek have joined hands to enhance public safety through the launch of a billboard to raise fire and flood risk awareness in the capital.
The billboard contains flood warning signs to help save lives as well as reduce the risk of injury and property damage.
The Inspector General of the Namibian Police, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, confirmed that discussions are underway regarding the legal process of expunction, which involves sealing or destroying criminal records to enhance individuals’ chances of gaining employment.
