Avis Dam reaches full capacity after years of drought

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After years of being reduced to a dry basin due to insufficient rainfall, the Avis Dam, located outside Windhoek, is now at full capacity.

The City of Windhoek last released water from the dam 14 years ago but reopened the sluice gates today.

CoW announces intake for Firefighter and HAZMAT training programs

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The City of Windhoek has announced its March 2025 intake for the Firefighter One and HAZMAT Awareness training programs. 

The initiative aims to equip participants with practical skills for firefighting and hazardous material management.

Flood victims at Farm 508 satisfied with Windhoek city's resettlement

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Flood victims who were moved to Farm 508 on the outskirts of Goreangab are satisfied with the plots on which they were settled by the City of Windhoek.

However, there are some challenges, particularly with transport for their school-going children.

City of Windhoek honours Dr. Nujoma's for his development vision

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The City of Windhoek has expressed deep sorrow following the death of Namibia's Founding President, Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, joining the nation in mourning for a leader whose vision shaped the country's independence and development.

Windhoek residents, students warned against scammers

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The City of Windhoek (CoW) has issued a warning to those seeking accommodation in the city to be cautious of scammers posing as property owners.

The criminals advertise rental spaces and demand instant payments from unsuspecting victims to secure properties.

City of Windhoek clears Farm 508 for affected flood victims

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The City of Windhoek (CoW) has established a relocation site for flood victims at Farm 508 close to the Goreangab settlement.

The city has so far put up eight of the fifty tents donated by the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) and is busy clearing land for those who wish to set up permanent structures.