Namibia

By: Ludorf Iiyambo Namibian Police intensified their search for missing Beatus Iiyambo (25) last Friday, deploying a helicopter and drone.   The search also included foot patrols and sniffer dogs in areas where Iiyambo was last seen, including Windhoek’s Khomasdal, Otjomuise and Goreangab.   Despite these efforts, Khomas Region’s Head of the Crime Investigation Division, Deputy Commissioner Fredrik Ndjadila, said there has been no trace of Iiyambo since they launched a high-level investigation two weeks ago.   Iiyambo went missing two months ago after travelling from the Omusati Region to Windhoek for work.   Ndjadila explained that a helicopter conducted an aerial search in three areas. He said the operation was […]

By: Ritta Lotto Namibian Police Tourism Protection Sub-Division has recovered luggage belonging to two Zambian delegation currently visiting Namibia for a conference. The items were stolen while the visitors had briefly stopped at an accommodation facility to inquire about lodging. The division’s head, Chief Inspector Christina van Dunem DaFonsech-Shikongo, confirmed that two suspects have been arrested in connection with the theft. She said a 30-year-old man was apprehended in Windhoek’s […]

By: Josia Shigwedha Khomas Police are appealing for assistance in locating Romeo Ronald Nuseb(26), who went missing in Katutura last week. Nuseb was last seen on 18 March, in Renaissance Street in Saamstaan (Ovambo location), Windhoek. Nuseb speaks Khoekhoegowab. He is slender and light in complexion. According to information provided to the police, Nuseb informed his family that he was travelling to Oranjemund for a job opportunity. However, he never […]

By: Maria Namupala The Office of the Prime Minister has issued an open call to all "Order With Me" entrepreneurs within the Khomas Region, to register for a meeting with Prime MinisterElijah Ngurare. According to a press release, Ngurare will meet directly with micro-importers and digital traders to bridge the gap between grassroots commerce and national policy. The platform will allow small business owners to voice the unique challenges they […]

By: Josia Shigwedha Seven male suspects were arrested across Namibia over the Independence weekend after police uncovered illegal drugs, including cannabis, mandrax tablets and cocaine, during stop-and-search operations. According to the weekend crime report, an adult male was arrested at Osire on Saturday after he was allegedly found in possession of bankies of cannabis during a police search. He remains in custody and is expected to appear in the Otjiwarongo […]

By: Staff Reporter Bank Windhoek has announced a N$550 000 sponsorship to the Namibia Chess Federation (NCF), reinforcing its commitment to youth development through chess. The contribution, announced on 20 March 2026, brings the bank’s total support over the past four years to N$2 million. The funding will support grassroots programmes, school outreach, and participation in regional and international competitions. Namibia Chess Federation president, Charles Eichab, has welcomed the sponsorship, […]

By: Josia Shigwedha Four men were arrested in Swakopmund after robbing a couple of their belongings during an evening walk. The incident occurred on Saturday between 19h20 and 20h30 along Strand Street in Swakopmund. It is alleged that the couple was approached by a taxi carrying four men, who jumped out and robbed the couple of their mobile phones and wallet before fleeing the scene. The stolen items included an […]

By: Josia Shigwedha A 31-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a stock theft incident at a resettlement farm in the Hochfeld area. Police say three suspects remain at large. The incident occurred on Friday at around 18h00 at Uitkoms Resettlement Farm in the Okahandja district. It is alleged that the suspects unlawfully entered the complainant’s farm and slaughtered cattle without the owner’s consent. After slaughtering the animals, they […]

By: Maria Namupala A road accident on Thursday evening left five people dead on the B1 road between Okahandja and Otjiwarongo. Police report the crash took place around 18:00, about 25 kilometers north of Okahandja. According to Senior Inspector, Maureen Mbeha, the spokesperson for the Otjozondjupa police, the crash involved two vehicles, a Volkswagen Polo and a Ford Ranger. Mbeha said the Volkswagen Polo was traveling from Windhoek toward Otjiwarongo […]