Oshana Governor Elia Irimari says the safety of people should take center stage during the upcoming festive season as the influx of visitors has started.

Irimari made these remarks in a speech read on his behalf during the launch of the festive season road safety campaign at Oshiko Road Block in Ongwediva.

The governor says residents and visitors should enjoy the festive season as police will be visible on major roads to reduce road accidents.

The Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia is on a campaign to get more blood as the holiday season approaches.

The team was spotted at Grove Mall in Windhoek, this campaign is also taking place in Oshakati. 

People could be observed voluntarily giving blood, something that is encouraging to see.

The team is targeting 50 people to donate blood by the end of the day.