Erongo Governor Neville Andre has acknowledged that while Namibia reflects on the significant achievements of the past, it is crucial not to overlook the current pressing challenges facing Walvis Bay.

Andre therefore has called on local authorities and all leaders to address this issue.

Vice President Lucia Witbooi has committed to serving children living with disabilities at the Sunshine Centre at Walvis Bay.

The Sunshine Centre, also known as the Walvis Bay Child and Family Centre, is one of the few hubs for children with disabilities.

Some Walvis Bay residents have rejected a proposal by the municipality to introduce shack levies.

Walvis Bay is confronted by a high demand for serviced land, which the council is struggling to provide. As a result, there are reportedly thousands of residents who live in backyard shacks.

Residents of Walvis Bay are increasingly becoming frustrated by the poor delivery of service from the local municipal council.

Locals describe the town's services as "third-class" and have raised concerns about the growing number of issues affecting daily life.

Tourism Officer for the Erongo and Kunene regions, Suama Nambala, emphasised the need to enhance Namibia's tourism industry, ensure the safety of tourists and promote world-class customer service as the 2025 cruise liner season gets underway in Walvis Bay. 

Walvis Bay shuttle drivers have expressed frustration and anger towards Windhoek-based tourism agencies for "monopolising bookings and leaving fewer customers for smaller shuttle services in the township."

This is despite the influx of tourists brought in by cruise liners.

Close to 700 workers from Gendev Group at Walvis Bay petitioned the company, demanding full-time employment and protesting what they call "unfair labour conditions."

President Nangolo Mbumba has announced that Namibia has reached a significant milestone in its journey towards sustainable growth, aligning with the country's vision for industrialisation, economic diversification, and job creation. 

Langer Heinrich Uranium Mine has equipped the Tutaleni Police Station at Walvis Bay with one car, 20 bicycles, and computers worth N$400,000.

The donation from the uranium miner is a boost to the recently built N$127 million Tutaleni police station at the harbour town.

The police have arrested two more suspects in a N$29.9 million fraud from a fishing company at Walvis Bay.

The latest arrest brings the total number of suspects to six.

Victoria George (34), who is self-employed, is believed to be the mastermind of the alleged fraud and money laundering case.