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Walvis Bay water supply restored
%%title%% %%sep%% %%primary_category%% %%sep%% %%sitename%% %%sep%% Regular water supply to Walvis Bay has been restored after damage to a power line reduced supply on Friday.
King Tedee, Jericho and Dixon collide at Walvis Bay for nostalgic night
The Wizy Man Lounge is set to turn into a music feast, bringing together three of Namibia’s biggest names under one roof on Saturday night in Walvis Bay from 22h00 to midnight. Kwaito star King Tedee, hip-hop icon Jericho, and Afro-pop and ma/gaisa music maestro Dixon are set to light up the stage. The multiple […] The post King Tedee, Jericho and Dixon collide at Walvis Bay for nostalgic night appeared first on The Namibian .
New flight information system introduced at Walvis Bay airport to improve passenger experience
Staff Reporter The Namibia Airports Company (NAC) has introduced a modern Flight Information Display System (FIDS) at Walvis Bay International Airport as part of ongoing efforts to enhance passenger services through digital technology. The N$1.3 million system provides passengers with real-time flight updates through strategically placed digital screens across the terminal, including check-in areas, departure ... The post New flight information system introduced at Walvis Bay airport to improve
Walvis Bay to Host 'Steps of Love' Remembrance Walk for Bereaved Families
"We walk to remember. We give to care."
Namibian Marine Corps at 10
Staff Reporter THE Namibian Marine Corps Battalion marked 10 years of existence with a colourful parade at Walvis Bay on Tuesday. Battalion Commander Christian Keendjele delivered the keynote address on behalf of Commandant Captain (Navy) Olavi Shipunda. He paid tribute to founding members whose discipline and resilience, he said, laid the foundation for the unit’s ... The post Namibian Marine Corps at 10 appeared first on Informanté .
Defending Champions Kudus Face Crucial Test Against Montego United
Rugby fans can look forward to a full day of action at Jan Wilken Stadium in Walvis Bay on Saturday, 25 July, as Kudu Rugby Club hosts an exciting programme
Narraville Primary Confirms Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Cases
Narraville Primary School in Walvis Bay has confirmed two cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) among its learners, while several other pupils are
Walvis Bay airport gets N$1.3m flight information upgrade
The Namibia Airports Company (NAC) has introduced a new Flight Information Display System (FIDS) at Walvis Bay International Airport in a move aimed at improving passenger services and making travel information easier to access. The system, which cost about N$1.3 million, provides passengers with real-time updates on flight arrivals, departures, boarding times, gate changes and... The post Walvis Bay airport gets N$1.3m flight information upgrade appeared first on New Era .
Walvis: Council moves to silence noise
WALVIS BAY - The Walvis Bay Municipal Council has passed a motion to enforce its by-laws relating to noise pollution in the town. Councillor Sharon Roodt tab
Financial boost for Walvis students
WALVIS BAY - Sixteen students from the Walvis Bay Urban Constituency have received financial assistance through the Erongo Regional Council’s Student Support
Fire brigade receives N$74 000 equipment
SWAKOPMUND – To strengthen their response to fire incidents, Swakopmund firefighters received equipment worth N$74 000 from Advanced Fire Suppression Namibia.
‘Never too late to start’ … pensioner turns lifelong passion into business
SWAKOPMUND – Retirement has not slowed 66-year-old Johanna Nangula, a pensioner from Swakopmund. With age, wisdom and the benefit of hindsight, Nangula has
Gendev salaries in cul-de-sac … union, employer deadlocked over 120% increase
WALVIS BAY – Salary negotiations between Gendev Fishing Group and the Namibia Seamen and Allied Workers Union (Nasawu) remained deadlocked yesterday after the union rejected the company’s latest wage proposal. This is after an offer by Gendev to increase workers guaranteed monthly salaries from N$2 960 to N$6 700, while raising guaranteed working hours from... The post Gendev salaries in cul-de-sac … union, employer deadlocked over 120% increase appeared first on New Era .
Sick children…
Narraville Primary School principal Yolande Theron in Walvis Bay has urged the schools parents not to send sick children to school. This is after two confirmed
YOUNG OBSERVER | Oil boom opens global career pathways for Namibian youth
Patience Makwele More than 60 young Namibians have already secured internships and employment opportunities with international oil and gas companies as the country moves closer to developing its emerging petroleum sector. The announcement was made at the third Youth in Oil and Gas Summit in Walvis Bay, where the Petroleum Training and Education Fund (PETROFUND) […]
Two trucks crash near Swakopmund
Two trucks travelling between Swakopmund and Arandis crashed early on Thursday morning, with at least one of the truck drivers being injured.
Fuel truck catches fire after rear-end collision near Swakopmund
Staff Reporter A PETROSOL fuel tanker caught fire this morning after being struck by another truck on the B2 main road between Swakopmund and Arandis. “It is alleged that a fuel truck belonging to Petrosol Otjiwarongo, operated by a 52-year-old male, the only occupant, was travelling from Walvis Bay en route to Otjiwarongo. At about ... The post Fuel truck catches fire after rear-end collision near Swakopmund appeared first on Informanté .
NAC installs new N$1.3m system at Walvis Bay airport
The Namibia Airports Company (NAC) has installed a new flight information display system (Fids) worth approximately N$1.3 million at the Walvis Bay International Airport as part of efforts to modernise airport operations and improve passenger services.
Progress recorded in rural development
Isabel Bento SWAKOPMUND – The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development (MURD) has noted significant progress made in implementing recommendations adopted du
Drowned teenager’s family needs closure
It has been over 20 days of anguish for the family of 15-year-old Erwin Bezuidenhout, which has been waiting anxiously for the recovery of his remains. This tragedy is after he drowned near the Platz am Meer waterfront in Swakopmund. Despite extensive search efforts involving the police, Navy, commercial divers and volunteers, Bezuidenhout’s body has... The post Drowned teenager’s family needs closure appeared first on New Era .
Fuel Tanker Fire Closes Road Between Swakopmund and Arandis
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OBSERVER COASTAL | New FIDS improves Walvis Bay passenger experience
Allexer Namundjembo The Namibia Airports Company (NAC) has introduced a modern Flight Information Display System (FIDS) at Walvis Bay International Airport, aimed at improving passenger experience through faster and more reliable access to real-time travel information. The newly installed system, valued at approximately N$1.3 million, introduces digital flight information screens throughout the airport terminal, allowing […]
OBSERVER COASTAL | Mayor calls for collective action to prepare youth for emerging industries
Renthia Kaimbi The recently concluded 2026 Erongo Regional Career Fair that took place at the Walvis Bay Town Hall last Monday, drew learners from across the region to a vibrant marketplace of educational and professional possibilities. Officially opening the event, the town’s mayor Johannes Shimbilinga, delivered a stirring address in which he described career fairs […]
OBSERVER COASTAL | Swakopmund hosts 2026 Africa Public Service Day
Renthia Kaimbi Swakopmund became the epicentre of continental dialogue on public service excellence as Namibia hosted the 19th Africa Public Service Day (APSD) celebrations from 21 to 23 July 2026. The three-day event, held at The Dome, brought together public servants from across the country to reflect on the role of effective governance in addressing […]
Govt seeks late plea in corpse mishandling lawsuit
Sostenus Wilherm The Namibian government has approached the High Court seeking condonation for the late filing of its plea in a lawsuit brought by Swakopmund resident Joel Tjombe, who is suing the state over the alleged mishandling and decomposition of his mother’s body after she was declared dead on arrival at Okahandja State Hospital. The […]
Paladin targets 5.6m pounds uranium production from Langer Heinrich
Paladin Energy Ltd has forecast uranium production of between 5.1 million and 5.6 million pounds (Mlb) of uranium oxide (U₃O₈) from its Langer Heinrich Mine (LHM) in the Erongo Region during the 2027 financial year, following the successful completion of the mine’s operational ramp-up.
Flamingo Rally Roars to Success in Swakopmund
The 064 Motorcycle Club's inaugural Flamingo Rally exceeded expectations as hundreds of bikers, families and visitors recently gathered in Swakopmund for a
Shayamano and Mudzingwa Win King Price Pairs Final
Charles Shayamano and Nathaniel Mudzingwa emerged victorious in the final round of the King Price Pairs competition at Walvis Bay Golf Club last weekend,
Nangolo, Lameck headline ‘Local is Lekker’ boxing bonanza
The MTC Nestor Sunshine Tobias Boxing and Fitness Academy will host the ‘Local is Lekker’ Boxing Bonanza this Friday at the Multipurpose Centre in Swakopmund, with nine all-local bouts scheduled. Joy Nangolo of the hosting academy will headline the event, facing Fabian Lameck in the main bout for the national bantamweight title. Speaking at a... The post Nangolo, Lameck headline ‘Local is Lekker’ boxing bonanza appeared first on New Era .
Erongo relaunches Grade 1 admissions
SWAKOPMUND – The Erongo education directorate has relaunched applications for 2027 pre-primary and Grade 1 admissions following the suspension of the initial registration process earlier this month. Erongo Regional Council chief regional officer (CRO) Sem Ntelamo at a media briefing on Monday, said the registration process was suspended to allow education authorities to assess available... The post Erongo relaunches Grade 1 admissions appeared first on New Era .
Business as usual era over – Sankwasa
Isabel Bento SWAKOPMUND – Minister of Urban and Rural Development James Sankwasa has warned that the era of ‘business as usual’ in rural development is over, cautioning regional councils to improve project implementation and ensure public resources deliver measurable benefits for communities. The message was delivered on his behalf by deputy minister Evelyn !Nawases-Taeyele during... The post Business as usual era over – Sankwasa appeared first on New Era .
Govt intervenes with N$10m cash-for-work
SWAKOPMUND – The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development has allocated N$10 million towards the Food/Cash-for-Work Programme for the current financial year, to provide temporary income support to vulnerable households while creating community assets. Deputy minister of urban and rural development Evelyn !Nawases-Taeyele made the announcement of the allocation during the opening of the three-day annual... The post Govt intervenes with N$10m cash-for-work appeared first on New Era .
064 Motorcycle Club donates food and essentials to elderly, children’s home
Staff Reporter THE 064 Motorcycle Club spent the weekend supporting vulnerable members of the Erongo community, delivering food parcels to elderly residents in Arandis and donating groceries and other essential items to Tears of Hope Children’s Home in Mondesa, Swakopmund. The club visited 10 elderly residents in Arandis, taking food parcels directly to their homes ... The post 064 Motorcycle Club donates food and essentials to elderly, children’s home appeared first on Informanté .
Namibian Navy promotes defence careers at Erongo career fair
Staff Reporter THE Namibian Navy has introduced thousands of learners to career opportunities within the maritime defence force during the Erongo Annual Career Fair, highlighting recruitment pathways, training programmes and the role of the Navy in protecting Namibia’s territorial waters and national security. The career fair, hosted by the Erongo Regional Council in collaboration with ... The post Namibian Navy promotes defence careers at Erongo career fair appeared first on Informanté .
Erongo school seat scramble for 2027 restarts
The Erongo Directorate of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture has relaunched applications for 2027 pre-primary and Grade 1 admissions, following the suspension of the initial registration process earlier this month. Erongo Regional Council chief regional officer Sem Ntelamo at a media briefing yesterday said the registration process was suspended to allow education authorities […] The post Erongo school seat scramble for 2027 restarts appeared first on The Namibian .
WFS Opens Modern Office Extension
Woker Freight Services (WFS) recently opened its newly expanded office in Walvis Bay, marking a significant milestone in the company's continued growth and
Grunschloss Elected WBPUA Chairperson
Kallie Grunschloss has been elected Chairperson of the Walvis Bay Port Users Association (WBPUA) following the successful conclusion of the Association's 2026
Erongo Regional Council Urges Public to Help Prevent Wildfires
The Erongo Regional Council has appealed to residents, farmers, visitors and road users to be extra careful as a wildfire continues to burn in parts of the
IPC ta pula elongelokumwe momahoololo a shikula ko
Abraham Mwanyekange Ongudu yo Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) oya pula ovaleli vongudu osho yo oilyo yayo opo i longele kumwe omanga tave li longekidile omahoololo oupresidente osho yo omutumba wopashiwana a shikula ko mo 2029. Tapopi pefimbo lomutumba wongudu koshitukulwa shErongo oshivike sha dja ko Omupedu presidente wo IPC Trevino Forbes okwa ti oukumwe,... The post IPC ta pula elongelokumwe momahoololo a shikula ko appeared first on New Era .
12-Year-Old Boy Seriously Injured in Walvis Bay Road Accident
A 12-year-old boy was seriously injured after being hit by a car on Sam Nujoma Drive in Walvis Bay on Monday evening last week.