Registered bus operators at Rehoboth have made a desperate plea for authorities to address the mushrooming of illegal taxi drivers, as discontent is brewing.

They have threatened to block the B1 road if the situation is not addressed.
 
nbc News reporter Gordon Joseph met with some disgruntled bus drivers at Rehoboth over the weekend.

The registered bus drivers say their pleas continue to fall on deaf ears, and they allege that the Windhoek-Rehoboth route is dominated by illegal buses and 7-seaters.

Windhoek residents have taken to recreational facilities to celebrate Christmas with family.

For many Namibians, the Christmas holiday serves as the perfect escape from many of one's problems and offers a chance to reconnect.

While some have achieved major milestones this year, for others, it's been a year filled with regret and loss.

As such, many use these holidays as an opportunity to connect with family and remind themselves of what truly matters.

For many homeless individuals, Christmas is just another difficult day.

The holiday season can be particularly difficult for them, as they are often faced with loneliness and hunger.

Little is left for them as they rummage through the bins because people have gone away for holidays.

As the city becomes quieter, the homeless population continues to beg on the streets, but they feel even more isolated and vulnerable.

There are organisations and shelters in Windhoek that strive to provide some comfort and support to the homeless during Christmas.

It was Emperor Caesar Augustus who famously ordered everyone to return home for registration, leading to the birth of Baby Jesus in Bethlehem.

Similarly, around this time of the year, Windhoek tends to transform into a ghost town as Namibians also flock to their hometowns.

Roadblocks at the city's exit points continue to be a bustling activity.

Travellers have flocked to bus terminals, embarking on journeys to reunite with their families for the holiday season. 

However, the scene is not without its challenges, as some passengers find themselves in extended waits for buses.

Throughout the day, terminals have witnessed a surge in foot traffic, with individuals carrying bags filled with blankets and pots to carry back home.

Families separated by distance are seizing the opportunity to come together and celebrate the joyous season.

On Friday, Disability Sports Namibia held their annual awards ceremony in Windhoek, where athletes, coaches, and guides were recognized for their outstanding achievements and dedication throughout the year.

Athletes from various disciplines, including archery, football, netball, athletics, and basketball, among others, received accolades for their hard work and perseverance. The ceremony aimed to celebrate and honor the contributions of individuals who have excelled in their respective sports.

The Green Hydrogen Project at Luderitz has triggered a demand for flights between Windhoek and Luderitz as business travellers travel there.

This was revealed by Fly Namibia Station Controller Elroy Bock in an interview with nbc News.

Bock indicated that the passenger capacity has increased to full capacity since Fly Namibia resumed flights between the southern harbour town and Windhoek. 

Bock also shed light on the expansion of Luderitz Airport.

A group of young people have launched the Namibian Association of Sign Language Interpreters to advocate for the right to sign language interpretation and accessibility to information.

The Namibian Association of Sign Language Interpreters (NASLI) is registered with the Ministry of Health and Social Services.

The association is aimed at developing and implementing policies and guidelines for sign language interpreters, providing information to interpreters, providing interpretation services for the deaf community, and providing training in this regard.

Boxing Development Tournament Continues with Part 2 at Mix Settlement

The highly anticipated Part 2 of the Boxing Development Tournament, organized by the Golden Boxing Fitness Academy, is all set to take place this Saturday at the Mix Settlement in Windhoek.

Following the success of Part 1, which was held at Oshitenda and drew a large number of spectators from various age groups, the organizers are excited to continue promoting the growth and development of boxing in the region.

The Swapo Party will lead a march in Windhoek in solidarity with the people of Palestine tomorrow.

Swapo Secretary for Information and Mobilisation Hilma Nicanor made the announcement at a media briefing.

The Israel-Palestinian conflict has claimed thousands of lives and displaced more than a million people.

The march will start from Zoo Park at 08h00 to United Nations offices, where they will hand in a petition requesting a peaceful resolution.