JUST IN: No fireworks for Swakop

The Swakopmund municipality has announced the prohibition of fireworks in the local authority area of the town.

In a public notice, it said that all residents and visitors should take note that it is illegal to use or explode fireworks in any place within a town boundary, including private homes or gardens, except with prior permission from the local authority.

It said that the use of any kind of fireworks in residential areas is a criminal offence, and if anyone makes themselves guilty thereof, they will be dealt with accordingly.