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OBSERVER COASTAL | NamWater, Swakop Uranium Sign Agreement for Erongo Desalination Plant – Windhoek Observer

Renthia Kaimbi NamWater and Swakop Uranium have signed a Joint Venture Agreement to establish the Erongo Sunam Desalination Project Joint Venture. The agreement was concluded on Tuesday following negotiations aimed at strengthening the country’s long-term water security. The public-private partnership will develop a major seawater desalination plant in the Erongo region. The partners said the signing of the Joint Venture Agreement is a major s…Swakopmund · Swakopmund See the Story

OBSERVER COASTAL | Road safety activities begin as Erongo expects holiday traffic – Windhoek Observer

Renthia Kaimbi The Namibian Police Force (Nampol) in the Erongo region has launched the 2025/2026 festive season roadblock at the Swakopmund checkpoint. The operation runs from 9 December 2025 to 16 January 2026 under the theme “Do the Right Thing and Save Lives.” The launch outlined the policing strategies for the busy holiday period. Erongo police regional commander, commissioner Nikolaus Kupembona, said the roadblocks mark the start of inte…Swakopmund · Swakopmund Read Article

Namibia: Family Outing Ends in Tragedy After 12-Year-Old Drowns At Swakopmund

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A family trip to Swakopmund's Platz am Meer beach ended in tragedy on Sunday when two 12-year-old girls were swept away by ocean currents, resulting in the death of one and the hospitalisation of the other.Africa · Swakopmund See the Story

Investigation clears ex-Walvis Bay Corridor boss of sexual harassment…company confused over employment status of complainant – Windhoek Observer

Justicia Shipena The Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) has asked one of its employees to clarify whether she has resigned or is still employed at the organisation. This comes after an independent investigation found no evidence to support allegations she made against senior management. The instruction is contained in a letter dated 24 November 2025 from acting chief executive officer Edward Shivute. The letter is addressed to project officer Vern…Swakopmund · Swakopmund Read Article

Deep Yellow appoints Greg Field as CEO – Windhoek Observer

Chamwe Kaira The board of Deep Yellow Limited has appointed Greg Field as managing director and chief executive officer, with his tenure set to begin no later than 1 May 2026. His appointment follows a global search guided by the company’s leadership transition plan. The board focused on securing a leader with strong execution skills, a proven record in delivering capital projects and experience in the regions where the company operates. Fiel…Swakopmund · Swakopmund Read Article

Swakopmund water pump worth N$800k ‘disappears’ – Windhoek Observer

Renthia Kaimbi A raw water pump valued at about N$800 000 has disappeared from the raw water sewerage plant in Swakopmund. The theft was discovered in August 2024 and remains under investigation after the council’s insurance claim was rejected. A report submitted to the management committee states that the stolen Grundfos pump weighed 1 490 kilograms and was removed from the plant at the corner of Nelson Mandela Avenue and Rakotoka Street. Its Swakopmund · Swakopmund Read Article

OBSERVER COASTAL | Swakopmund sets aside N$127k for police meals and lodging for December – Windhoek Observer

Renthia Kaimbi The Swakopmund Town Council has approved N$127 261 to cover accommodation and meals for a special contingent of the Namibian Police during the 2025/2026 festive season. The decision was taken at an ordinary council meeting on Monday. The funds will support 20 officers from the Namibian Police Special Reserve Force, who will be deployed in the town from 14 December 2025 to 6 January 2026. Of the approved amount, N$101 752 is alloc…Swakopmund · Swakopmund Read Article

OBSERVER COASTAL | Council renames facility after Putuse Appolus – Windhoek Observer

Renthia Kaimbi The Emergency Shelter and Matutura Community Hall will be renamed in honour of the late liberation struggle icon, Putuse Appolus. The decision was approved during this week’s Ordinary Council Meeting, following a recommendation first made by the Swakopmund naming advisory committee in September 2020. According to council documents, the recommendation was mistakenly omitted from a group of items submitted to the council in November…Swakopmund · Swakopmund Read Article

OBSERVER COASTAL | Swakop Uranium wins 2025 Inter-Mines Games – Windhoek Observer

Swakop Uranium has been crowned the overall winner of the 2025 Chamber of Mines Inter-Mines Sports Games. The Husab team secured the championship after strong performances across several sporting codes. The team claimed first place in the mixed, female and male relay races, netball, pool teams, darts doubles, chess teams and both the team and individual golf categories. They also won the Soccer Veterans division. These victories, supported by co…Swakopmund · Swakopmund Read Article

Namibia: Guard Discovers Dead Baby At Swakopmund

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The police are investigating a case of murder and concealment of birth after the body of a newborn baby was found wrapped in a plastic bag near Swakopmund Secondary School on Saturday.Africa · Swakopmund Read Article

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OBSERVER COASTAL | NamWater, Swakop Uranium Sign Agreement for Erongo Desalination Plant – Windhoek Observer

OBSERVER COASTAL | Road safety activities begin as Erongo expects holiday traffic – Windhoek Observer

Namibia: Family Outing Ends in Tragedy After 12-Year-Old Drowns At Swakopmund

Investigation clears ex-Walvis Bay Corridor boss of sexual harassment…company confused over employment status of complainant – Windhoek Observer

Deep Yellow appoints Greg Field as CEO – Windhoek Observer

Swakopmund water pump worth N$800k ‘disappears’ – Windhoek Observer

OBSERVER COASTAL | Swakopmund sets aside N$127k for police meals and lodging for December – Windhoek Observer

OBSERVER COASTAL | Council renames facility after Putuse Appolus – Windhoek Observer

OBSERVER COASTAL | Swakop Uranium wins 2025 Inter-Mines Games – Windhoek Observer

Namibia: Guard Discovers Dead Baby At Swakopmund

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OBSERVER COASTAL | NamWater, Swakop Uranium Sign Agreement for Erongo Desalination Plant – Windhoek Observer

OBSERVER COASTAL | Road safety activities begin as Erongo expects holiday traffic – Windhoek Observer

Namibia: Family Outing Ends in Tragedy After 12-Year-Old Drowns At Swakopmund

Investigation clears ex-Walvis Bay Corridor boss of sexual harassment…company confused over employment status of complainant – Windhoek Observer

Deep Yellow appoints Greg Field as CEO – Windhoek Observer

Swakopmund water pump worth N$800k ‘disappears’ – Windhoek Observer

OBSERVER COASTAL | Swakopmund sets aside N$127k for police meals and lodging for December – Windhoek Observer

OBSERVER COASTAL | Council renames facility after Putuse Appolus – Windhoek Observer

OBSERVER COASTAL | Swakop Uranium wins 2025 Inter-Mines Games – Windhoek Observer

Namibia: Guard Discovers Dead Baby At Swakopmund

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