2025 began with much-anticipated rains in Windhoek, bringing relief to many after months of dry weather. However, the downpours quickly turned into a nightmare for some residents, leaving them grappling with flooding and property damage. In Soweto, Katutura, a 73-year-old pensioner’s home was severely impacted when heavy rains tore off her roof, flooding the house […]
The homeless community residing at the Khomasdal Stadium is currently facing a dire situation as their tents have been destroyed by the heavy rains received in the capital since Thursday. The residents sheltered at this stadium have been here since the outbreak of COVID-19 and have expressed despair, as they have no dry place to […]
The B1 Road has seen heavy traffic flow as people return from their holiday destinations. The nbc News team made a turn at the Okahandja roadblock this morning and observed a long line of inbound traffic. Motorists described the journey as peaceful and smooth, despite the high flow and ongoing rains. Police officers on duty […]
The leader of a faction of the Ovaherero Traditional Authority, Professor Mutjinde Katjiua, says the authority remains focused on promoting good leadership and community projects for economic empowerment, among other things. Speaking at the Toasis gathering day in the Aminuis Constituency, Professor Katjiua emphasised the urgency for the traditional authority’s leadership to prioritise community development […]
A Windhoek resident, Mandla Paulus, has opened up about his recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. In a brave and candid interview with nbc News, Paulus detailed how he achieved remaining sober for over 14 years. Mandla Paulus, 32, revealed that he has battled substance abuse for over two years, making him the talk of […]
The nbc’s Kaisames FM, in collaboration with the City Police, officially kicked off with the 2025 public road safety initiative. nbc News reporter Johanna !Uri≠khos was on the ground.
The streets of Rehoboth were filled with chants and an air of determination as the community staged a large-scale protest against the ongoing issue of drug abuse, which has plagued the town for years. The residents marched through the main streets to demand action and raise awareness about the devastating impact drugs have had on […]
Now that it is the beginning of the new year, beaches like Independence Beach at Walvis Bay are still packed with visitors. Spending time at the beach and swimming in the ocean is the perfect way to spend the last few days of the summer holiday. But without lifeguards, swimming in the ocean could be […]
A fresh produce vendor selling alongside the road in Omindamba village in the Outapi constituency of the Omusati Region, Sophia Shapwako, says business has been slow in 2024 and is no longer fulfilling her desire for personal growth. She and her husband have been selling fruits and vegetables since 2016, and business has been booming […]
President Nangolo Mbumba is saddened by the death of former trade unionist, Alfred Angula. Angula died on Tuesday, aged 59, at his home in Windhoek. The family confirmed that he had been battling diabetes, which affected his kidneys. President Mbumba, in a statement, paid tribute to Angula, saying that he will be remembered for his […]
