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Namibia

Omusati Police Ready for Festive Season Operations

Omusati Police Commander, Commissioner Ismael Basson, has assured the public that the region has sufficient officers on the ground to uphold law and order, promote road safety, and curb crime during the festive season. He made these remarks at the launch of the festive season operation in Outapi on Tuesday. The operation, which began on Monday, will run until January 2025.  

today18 December, 2024

Namibia

Oshana Police Launch Festive Season Operation to Combat Crime and Accidents

Oshana Regional Police Commander Naftal Lungameni Sakaria highlighted a rise in accidents for the 2023/2024 financial year compared to the previous year during the launch of Operation Festive Season 2024-2025 at Oshiko. The initiative aims to strengthen crime prevention and traffic law enforcement during the festive period. Sakaria urged police officers to intensify efforts to curb crime and encouraged public cooperation in reporting suspicious activities. Here's our correspondent Maria Namupala: […]

today17 December, 2024

South Africa

DA Proposes Public Naming of Extortion Offenders in South Africa

    In South Africa, the DA calls for the public naming and shaming of high-profile extortion offenders to improve accountability and transparency. The party unveiled its five-point anti-extortion plan to protect businesses, reduce crime and restore safety in communities. The DA’s Dianne Kohler Barnard says publicising offenders’ identities would serve as a deterrent and signal a firm stance against corruption:  

today22 November, 2024