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Renthia Kaimbi  The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has condemned the burning of tyres at the Walvis Bay landfill.  Environmental commissioner Timoteus Mufeti said the ministry is taking steps to address the situation. “The reported burning of tyres at the landfill is a regrettable incident that the ministry strongly condemns,” he said on Wednesday.  “Such activity releases dangerous pollutants into the air, posing serious health risks to both people and animals, while significantly compromising air quality.” Mufeti said burning tyres near towns is not allowed under environmental laws and warned that such practices cannot continue. The response follows complaints…

Renthia Kaimbi The refurbished open market in Arandis has reopened. The upgrade was led by Orano Mining Namibia in partnership with the Arandis Town Council. The project was completed at the end of 2025 at a cost of N$300 000 and officially opened last week. The market was first built in 2012 with an investment of N$500 000 by Orano, then operating as AREVA Namibia. It was introduced after a 2005 study found that many small business owners were operating from their homes due to a lack of trading space. The upgraded facility now includes 16 business units and shared…

Renthia Kaimbi Stakeholders in the Erongo region will meet later this month to discuss how communities can benefit more from tourism. The Erongo Regional Tourism Forum will host a stakeholder engagement on 16 April 2026 at Daureb Isib Rest Camp in Uis. The session aims to raise awareness about tourism opportunities and encourage local participation. Tourism remains a key part of Namibia’s economy, supporting jobs, investment and growth.  The Erongo region is one of the country’s main tourism areas, with destinations such as Swakopmund, Walvis Bay and the Brandberg area attracting visitors throughout the year. Erongo governor Nathalia |Goagoses said…