Walvis Bay | JTravel Walvis Bay leent zich voor een boottocht in de haven van Walvis Bay en een Living Desert Tour in de duinen bij Sandwich Harbour.

Walvis Bay in Namibië is een kustplaats waar je geweldige excursies kunt maken, zoals een boottocht in de lagune of een living desert tour in de woestijn. Wil je meer weten over Walvis Bay, lees dan dit artikel. 👇

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The 3 #Monjasa ( #DKBiz) bunkertankers based in #WalvisBay #Namibia having a lot of offshore business/loitering and some periods without #AIS or out of range.

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#MonjasaReformer 9255878

#Liberia flagged #bunkertanker Monjasa Reformer #MonjasaReformer 9255878 exiting Walvis Bay #WalvisBay #Namibia, has a triangle route 70nm from the coast and then returns again.

#Offshore bunkering enroute to a vessel without #AIS ?

#Shadowfleet ?
#Illegial #fishingfleet ?
Out of #AIS range?

Walvis Bay saltworks: The monster refinery in Namibia with colorful ponds that cover the land like patchwork Walvis Bay in Namibia is home to the largest solar sea-salt production plant in sub-Saharan Africa. The plant is famous for its brightly colored evaporation ponds.

"Together with the nearby Walvis Bay Lagoon and a bird sanctuary, the salt production plant provides coastal wetland habitat for birds like flamingos and pelicans, according to the website Birdingplaces."
🌅🦩🪨🧂 #WalvisBay #Namibia #Salt #Wildlife #Nature #Earth #Environment

Dolphin leap. #WalvisBay #Namibia
#photographie #photography

Dive into adventure at Walvis Bay! 🐬 From kayaking with seals to exploring the stunning dunes of Sandwich Harbour, every moment is unforgettable. Don't miss sandboarding or a scenic boat tour! What's on your bucket list? 🏖️ #WalvisBay #AdventureAwaits #BucketList

The next #nosoat expedition will soon start from #bremerhaven to #walvisbay. We present our programm in a talk @fcm_ocean format . Thanks to the students and their questions it was an inspiring #mexican afternoon and german evening 😉 🌇 credits
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Jackals Against the Wind - Against the elements, a pair of jackals face the driving afternoon wind. Pelicanpoint, Walvisbay, Namibia.
#harbour #walvisbay #namibia #namib #desert #wildlifephotography #wildlife #nature #wind #monochrome #blackandwhite #photography #darktable

Walvisbay Harbour - Walvisbay, Namibia
#harbour #walvisbay #namibia #namib #desert #birds #monochrome
#blackandwhite #photography #darktable

Walvis Bay | JTravel Walvis Bay leent zich voor een boottocht in de haven van Walvis Bay en een Living Desert Tour in de duinen bij Sandwich Harbour.

Walvis Bay in Namibië is een kustplaats waar je geweldige excursies kunt maken, zoals een boottocht in de lagune of een living desert tour in de woestijn. Wil je meer weten over Walvis Bay, lees dan dit artikel. 👇

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Sewage woes frustrate Walvis Bay vendors Allexer Namundjembo Vendors at Ekutu Market in Walvis Bay expressed frustration over the municipality’s slow response to a sewage overflow that flooded the market earlier this week.  The incident was caused by a power outage at the Kuisebmond Sewer Pump Station, which led to raw sewage spilling into the trading area. The vendors later stepped in to clean up the area.  “The dirt had been here for days, so we decided to clean up. I thank my fellow vendors for taking this initiative. Now our place is clean,” vendor Moses Shadjanale told the Windhoek Observer.  He urged others to join future cleanup efforts, stressing that the community must take responsibility for its environment. The Walvis Bay Municipality acknowledged the problem and blamed the overflow on the power outage.  Officials assured residents that efforts were underway to resolve the issue. Walvis Bay mayor Trevino Forbes said political interference has hampered the municipality’s work and promised improvements. Reacting to the Disaster, Community Activist Knowledge Iipinge, said the crisis at Ekutu Market reflected a wider breakdown in Walvis Bay’s infrastructure.  “We urgently need to transition from the current reactionary approach to more proactive solutions that require innovative thinking beyond the capacity of those currently addressing the issue” Iipinge said while answering questions sent to him by Windhoek Observer on Wednesday. He added that the community requires infrastructure upgrades worth about N$350 million, including the adoption of technologies such as membrane bioreactors. He said this would need expert planning rather than “political gimmicks.” The latest incident comes amid growing concerns about service delivery in Walvis Bay. In May, the municipality admitted service delivery challenges after residents complained about poor hygiene and the neglect of waste management, sewage systems, and roads.  In June, residents launched a weekend cleanup campaign when municipal refuse trucks broke down and contractors failed to collect rubbish for nearly two weeks.  Local businesses provided equipment for the campaign, and the residents vowed to persist until they cleaned the town. Earlier this week, the Walvis Bay Youth Forum urged the local authority to act quickly to address what it called “deteriorating sanitation and environmental conditions” in several suburbs. The community has since called on the ministry of urban and rural development to take over the affairs of the town.  This also resulted in businessman Cobus van Schalkwyk, who earlier had invited the deputy minister of urban and rural development, Evelyn Nawases-Taeyele and Swapo party secretary general Sophia Shaningwa to a meeting attended by Swapo leaders. The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) condemned the meeting, calling it an attempt to undermine its elected leadership in the municipality. 

#WalvisBay #SewageOverflow #CommunityCleanup #EkutuMarket #EnvironmentalResponsibility

Namibia exported over 300 000 tonnes of goods in June Chamwe Kaira  Walvis Bay exported goods  worth nearly N$7 billion in June,  according to the latest International Merchandise Trade Statistics Bulletin released by the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA). Sea transport remained the top channel, moving exports valued at N$6.9 billion, equal to 56.7% of all exports. The shipments mainly included uranium, fish and copper products.  Air was the second most used mode, carrying 23.6% of exports, mostly non-monetary gold and diamonds.  Road transport followed with 19.7%, with fish, petroleum oils and sulphur among the main goods. In total, 312 464 tonnes of goods left the country in June. This was 15% less than May but 11% higher than June 2024. By road, 177 059 tonnes were exported, showing a rise of 7.3% from May and 8.9% from last year.  By sea, 135 248 tonnes were recorded, a 33.1% drop from May but 13.8% higher than June 2024. Only 122 tonnes went out by air, down both month-on-month and year-on-year. Imports were dominated by road transport, with goods worth N$6.8 billion, or 60.5% of total imports.  Vehicles, base metal ores and nickel ores made up the bulk of this category. Sea transport followed with 35.4%, led by petroleum oils, rubber tyres and sulphur. Air accounted for 4%, carrying diamonds and telecommunications equipment. Walvis Bay led as the main exit point for exports, handling N$6.5 billions in exports.  Eros Airport processed N$2.6 billion, while Katima Mulilo border posts accounted for N$1.3 billion. On the import side, Walvis Bay also led imports with N$3.9 billion. Ariamsvlei followed with N$2.7 billion and the Trans Kalahari border posts with N$1.9 billion. Caption  Walvis Bay remains the main point for Namibian exports.  – Photo: Namport

#Namibia #Exports #TradeStatistics #WalvisBay #Uranium

#Tanker #Seastar IMO 9373656 #IMO9373656 in Walvis Bay #WalvisBay #Namibia with bunkertanker #MonjasaRefiner ( Monjasa #Monjasa) alongside

Cargo for sale on facebook (with emailadress ending on .ru.... )

#Russia trade?

Destination #Singapore

Slain Officer Simasiku Matongo honoured for heroic legacy Slain Officer Simasiku Matongo honoured for heroic legacy NBC Online Mon, 09/01/2025 - 09:04

#HeroicLegacy #SimasikuMatongo #PoliceOfficer #WalvisBay #CommunityTribute

Police identify officer shot dead in Walvis Bay as Simasiku Matongo Police identify officer shot dead in Walvis Bay as Simasiku Matongo NBC Online Sat, 08/30/2025 - 19:20

#PoliceNews #WalvisBay #SimasikuMatongo #CrimeReport #LawEnforcement

Seaside Primary School raises over N$100,000 for new administration building Seaside Primary School raises over N$100,000 for new administration building NBC Online Sat, 08/30/2025 - 18:38

#SeasidePrimarySchool #WalvisBay #EducationFundraising #CommunitySupport #NewBuilding

Grindrod’s bulk cargo handling drops at Walvis Bay Chamwe Kaira Logistics company Grindrod Limited handled 16 604 tonnes of bulk cargo at Walvis Bay in the first half of 2025, down from 134 443 tonnes in the same period last year.  The company operates a bulk and break-bulk terminal facility at the port. In the second half of 2024, Grindrod handled 109 890 tonnes at Walvis Bay, bringing the total for that year to 244 333 tonnes. In 2023, the company moved 305 336 tonnes at the same terminal. Chief executive officer Xolani Mbambo said in the 2025 interim results that performance rebounded strongly in the second quarter, particularly in the ports and terminals segment, after a slow start to the year. “Strategy execution remained on track with key transactions successfully closed on investments in our core business and non-core exit. Due to the group’s strong position, Grindrod is distributing total cash of N\$386 million by way of a dividend to its shareholders,” Mbambo said. He noted that mining commodity markets weakened compared to the first half of 2024, with sluggish prices for iron ore, lithium, graphite, and coal.  The continuing slowdown on global growth, trade tensions due to the US position on tariffs,and policy uncertainty added downward pressure on the mining commodities,” he said. At the port of Maputo, the dry-bulk terminal achieved export volumes of 6.5 million tonnes for the period. Terminals overall handled 7.9 million tonnes.  The monthly volume run-rate across all dry bulk terminals was 2.5 million tonnes in the second quarter, up 13% from the first quarter, reflecting recovery at the Matola terminal. Mbambo said Grindrod recorded a strong start to the second half of 2025 in the ports and terminals segment despite difficult trading conditions.  The Maputo Port Development Company reached a record 1.5 million tonnes in July, while the Matola terminal maintained close to 1 million tonnes after completing a maintenance shutdown in June. Grindrod Terminals’ headline earnings were 43% higher year-to-date compared to the same period in 2024.  Mbambo added that the container business is showing signs of a turnaround, but logistics, particularly rail, remains weak due to low utilisation as the locomotive overhaul programme continues.

#Grindrod #Logistics #BulkCargo #WalvisBay #SupplyChain

Walvis Bay Municipality invests N$17 Million in refuse fleet - Namibia Economist Walvis Bay Municipality invests N$17 Million in refuse fleet  Namibia Economist

#WalvisBay #Namibia #Municipality #Investment #RefuseFleet

Walvis Bay saltworks: The monster refinery in Namibia with colorful ponds that cover the land like patchwork - Live Science Walvis Bay saltworks: The monster refinery in Namibia with colorful ponds that cover the land like patchwork  Live Science

#WalvisBay #Saltworks #Namibia #NaturePhotography #ColorfulPonds

Walvis Bay to host corporate football tourney  Allexer Namundjembo Thirty-three companies are set to take part in the inaugural Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) 7-A-Side Corporate Soccer Tournament.  Namport launched the tourney on Wednesday at the Walvis Bay Municipality Civic Centre. The launch included the official draw of fixtures. Matches will be played every Friday and Saturday starting 22 August, with the grand final scheduled for 26 September. Namport executive for commercial Elias Mwenyo said the tournament is designed to go beyond football. “Wellness interventions of this nature should no longer be seen as voluntary acts but as an essential part of sustainable business operations. At Namport, we believe economic growth is only sustainable when communities are healthy, resilient, and empowered,” he said.  Mwenyo said the initiative aims to promote wellness, foster teamwork, and strengthen community ties while creating economic opportunities for local entrepreneurs and small and medium enterprises (SMEs).  The tournament, themed “Score Goals for a Greater Cause”, will reward the champions with N$15 000, a floating trophy, medals, and a N$10 000 donation to a charity of their choice.  Second place winners will receive N$7 000, while third place will walk away with N$4 000, both with medals. Co-sponsor Pindulo Logistics backed the initiative with energy. Business development director Tautinge Festus said it reflects the company’s spirit. “At Pindulo, we move cargo every day – but with this tournament, we are moving something even more special: community spirit. Soccer, like logistics, is all about teamwork, timing, and coordination. Whether delivering cargo or scoring goals, success requires working as one unit.” He also had a word of warning for competitors. “The name Pindulo means ‘solutions finder,’ While we’re renowned for finding logistics solutions, we’re just as skilled at defending our goal and scoring against yours. So, to our future opponents: bring your A-game, because you’ll need it.” The organisers said the tournament will also open opportunities for SMEs, vendors, and local entrepreneurs.  Namport and Pindulo expressed confidence the event will grow into an annual feature, uniting corporates and communities through sport, wellness, and social impact.

#WalvisBay #Namport #CorporateSoccer #FootballTournament #CommunityWellness

ACC to probe Walvis Bay’s N$3.4m pothole tender scandal Renthia Kaimbi The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has received a whistleblower complaint alleging corruption, inflated costs, and irregularities in the awarding of N$3.4 million pothole repair contracts by the municipality of Walvis Bay. ACC spokesperson Josefina Nghituwamata confirmed receipt of the complaint in June 2025.  “The case is currently under review to determine whether it falls within the mandate of the Anti-Corruption Commission,” she said. Documents seen by the Windhoek Observer show that a tender for five pothole repair lots was changed from an open request for quotations to a “restricted bid”, selecting four contractors without public notice. The bids were not posted on the municipality’s portal, excluding other qualified competitors. The selection was allegedly made solely by roads and building controls general manager, Theo Potgieter, without standard vetting. One of the awarded companies, Vitz Investment CC, reportedly has no record of service delivery with the municipality. Questions sent to Potgieter went unanswered, and phone calls were not returned. Evidence shows inflated costs and that Gypsum G5 material, usually priced between N$100 and N$250 per cubic meter, was listed at N$900.  The same material was priced at N$170 and N$360 in competing bids. The complaint states no cost analysis was performed, and some winners subcontracted work despite prohibitions. Information obtained also alleges that Potgieter blocked public bidding to enable favouritism.  Contractors have previously accused him of bias, claiming he favoured certain companies while sidelining small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Contracts worth over N$1 million were awarded through direct procurement under the guise of “restricted bidding”.  Several firms said their queries on tender procedures, including letters to Walvis Bay chief executive officer Victoria Kapenda, went unanswered. Kapenda defended the municipality’s actions. “Section 27 of the Public Procurement Act of 2015 allows restricted procurement depending on the nature of the work,” she said. But some contractors argue that road maintenance should be subject to open competition to ensure fairness and cost efficiency.

#AntiCorruption #WalvisBay #PotholeRepair #TenderScandal #CorruptionInvestigation

Suspect Steals Copper Worth Over N$650 000 From Namwater At Walvis Bay [Namibian] An unknown suspect allegedly stole material worth N$664 440 from Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater) boreholes at Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay, on Friday.

#Namibia #CopperTheft #CrimeNews #NamWater #WalvisBay

Namibia successfully hosts African Genesis Archery tournament at Walvis Bay - Namibia Economist Namibia successfully hosts African Genesis Archery tournament at Walvis Bay  Namibia Economist

#Namibia #Archery #AfricanGenesis #WalvisBay #SportsEvent

Walvis Bay tender storm over pothole repairs Renthia Kaimbi  Local contractors in Walvis Bay have accused the municipality of bias and unfair practices in awarding pothole repair tenders. In letters dated June 2 and 5 2025, Kapepo Construction CC, Mweshiitya Trading CC, Shamrock Investment CC, and V Jay Construction CC said they were overlooked for five pothole repair contracts divided into lots.  They alleged the tenders went to four specific contractors without proper public advertising or consideration of established local firms. The contractors bypassed the municipality’s general manager of roads and building control, Theo Potgieter, and took their concerns directly to chief executive officer, Victoria Kapenda.  They claimed Potgieter indicated a preference for “only large companies” and said these appeared “predominantly white-owned.” “Such statements raise serious concerns about potential racial bias,” their letter reads. They said this approach excludes capable, long-serving local companies, many of which are black-owned or smaller enterprises. The contractors requested  the CEO to investigate the ownership structures of the companies awarded the tenders, check whether an official advertisement was issued, and confirm how many companies were invited to bid. They also urged the municipality to ensure tenders are circulated to all companies in its database or properly advertised to promote fair competition. In a separate response to Kapepo Construction CC dated 2 June 2025, Kapenda said, “The onus lies in the public entity to select the appropriate method of procurement for the procurement of goods, works or services, depending on the nature of the procurement,” citing Section 27 of the Public Procurement Act, 2015. Minutes of a council meeting on 24 June 2025 show that the municipality was still within the standstill period for awarding a routine road maintenance tender valued at about N$4 million.  The tender was advertised on 10 September 2024 and closed on 1 November 2024, attracting 19 bidders. Due to what the municipality called a “cumbersome procurement process”, the N$4.11 million contract was awarded on 12 June 2025 to a joint venture between Otjiwarongo-based Sisho’s Trading CC and DJJ Investment CC, after several extensions to the bid validity period. Council minutes also state that three additional contractors were appointed to assist with road repairs: Ghaba Investment CC, Vitz Investments CC and Walvis Bay Quality Control Services CC.  The contractors say this was done through a restricted bidding process, using direct requests for quotations authorised by Potgieter. Documents in the possession of the Windhoek Observer show Vitz Investments CC and Walvis Bay Quality Control Services CC, which were not among the original 19 bidders, received contracts worth N$923 195 and over N$1 million, respectively. Black-owned Ghaba Investment CC, part of the original 19 bidders, received a contract worth N$419 610, all excluding value added tax (VAT). Sources within the council, speaking anonymously, confirmed Vitz Investments CC has never done roadwork in the municipality. Kapepo Construction CC questioned why, in this case, only five companies were invited to submit quotations and why experienced local providers like themselves were excluded.

#WalvisBay #PotholeRepairs #TenderProcurement #LocalContractors #RacialBias

Walvis Bay residents accuse IPC of deflecting from failures Allexer Namundjembo Walvis Bay residents have rejected claimsby the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) that their recent public meeting with national leaders was politically motivated. The residents, led by Kobus Van Schakwyk, said it is their constitutional right to engage national leaders on issues affecting the town.. In a statement on Monday they responded  to IPC’s criticism of Saturday’s engagement between Swapo secretary general Sophia Shaningwa and the community. The meeting was initiated by concerned residents who invited Shaningwa and deputy minister of urban and rural development Evelyn Mwases-Taeyele to discuss the town’s growing infrastructure problems, including poor waste management, deteriorating roads, and a water and sewage crisis. During the engagement, Shaningwa acknowledged the challenges and urged residents to hold their local leaders accountable.  Shortly after the meeting, the IPC described it as politically motivated and aimed at undermining the IPC-led municipality.  IPC claimed the event excluded opposition voices and was used as a platform for Swapo to gain political ground. In their press release, the residents accused the IPC-led municipality of failing to address urgent challenges, citing the controversial Redforce agreement, poor waste removal, worsening roads, and escalating water and sewage problems as evidence of poor governance. Van Schakwyk said the mayor was often absent or offered excuses instead of solutions.  “IPC must stop playing political games and acknowledge their inability to manage the town’s issues,” he said.  He also denied IPC’s claim that the Joint Walvis Bay Residents Association (JWBRA) organised the meeting, saying it was an independent community effort. They commended Swapo leaders for their openness and willingness to engage. The residents expressed satisfaction with the engagement and commitment to pursuing solutions to improve life in Walvis Bay. This follows Walvis Bay mayor Trevino Forbes’ address on the town’s service delivery problems during an ordinary council meeting in June. At that time, Forbes acknowledged that persistent low water pressure had lasted for two months and stated that shortages, which were initially expected only at night, had extended beyond that period. Forbes also noted waste management problems, saying that despite regular municipal clean-ups, “major hotspots are filling up fast with waste.”

#WalvisBay #Namibia #IPC #PublicEngagement #Infrastructure

Deteriorating service delivery at Walvis Bay upsets residents Deteriorating service delivery at Walvis Bay upsets residents NBC Online Mon, 08/11/2025 - 17:22

#WalvisBay #ServiceDelivery #CommunityVoices #UrbanDevelopment #LocalGovernment

IPC threatens to take Swapo to court over Walvis Bay takeover Erasmus Shalihaxwe The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has threatened legal action against Swapo, accusing the ruling party of dictatorship and a power grab in Walvis Bay. The threat follows a meeting of the Walvis Bay business community on Saturday, led by Cobus van Schalkwyk, which called on the urban and rural development ministry to take over the town’s municipality.  The group asked the urban and rural development ministry to take over the town, saying the municipality is failing to manage it. The meeting was attended by Swapo party secretary general Sophia Shaningwa, former fisheries minister Derek Klazen, and other national leaders. One of the attendees, Nadja Figuereido, said the key message was that the minister has the power to take control of the council if it fails to deliver for residents. “We are now working with concerned residents to put together documentation for the petition to the minister,” she said. Shaningwa confirmed her attendance, saying the meeting was long overdue and prompted by what she described as the failure of the IPC-led council.  “On the invitation of fellow compatriots in Walvis Bay of the Erongo region, I went to engage the white community at Lagoon. The long overdue engagement is prompted by the deteriorating service delivery by the IPC-led municipality of Walvis Bay that has seen the unfortunate collapse of the once booming Walvis Bay municipality since 2020,” she said. Last week, IPC held a campaign rally in Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay. IPC spokesperson Immanuel Nashinge called the business community meeting “a sham” and “a dictatorial manoeuvre” aimed at fabricating dissent to justify an illegal takeover.  “The involvement of Swapo’s secretary general (when she has no portfolio) and a deputy minister in this campaign exposes it as a state-sponsored assault on local democracy. Sophia is clearly undermining Hon. Sankwasa’s authority and that of the appointing authority. If the people of Walvis Bay had legitimate concerns, Hon. Sophia Shaningwa has no authority to be presented with such concerns,” he said. Nashinge accused Swapo of desperation ahead of the November local elections and linked the party to the fishrot scandal.  In November, Walvis Bay residents will join the rest of the country in voting for the local authority elections. “There is no law that authorises coercion of citizens by a political party. Swapo’s desperation ahead of November local elections is shocking. Especially in a town where Swapo orchestrated fishrot that left many unemployed, swimming in depression, and destroyed families due to financial distress, and some ended up committing suicide after losing their abilities to support their families,” he said. He warned that if Swapo proceeds, IPC will launch a legal challenge to stop what it calls “authoritarian and dictatorial overreach”.  He added, “Namibia is a democracy, not a Swapo dictatorship nor a Swapo brothel. If Swapo continues its evil bullying tactics, we will mobilise nationwide demonstrations to defend local governance and democratic rights that were fought for through blood by real heroes of Namibia. Instead of scheming to overturn established democratic principles, corrupt Swapo must face the people at the polls instead of abusing state powers to punish municipalities that reject them.” Nashinge urged Walvis Bay residents not to be used for political purposes and warned them against signing documents that serve what he called Swapo’s corrupt agenda rather than their own interests.

#IPC #Swapo #WalvisBay #LegalAction #PowerGrab

Walvis Bay hospital receives N$4.9 million CT scanner from China Walvis Bay hospital receives N$4.9 million CT scanner from China NBC Online Mon, 08/04/2025 - 17:01

#WalvisBay #CTScanner #HealthCare #MedicalEquipment #Namibia

Walvis Bay Evicted Residents Feel Left Out [Namibian] Some residents recently evicted from a privately owned land at Walvis Bay have expressed deep frustration over the ordeal, claiming the system favours the wealthy.

#WalvisBay #Namibia #Eviction #HousingRights #SocialJustice