CRIME

Gauteng police have arrested a suspect in connection with the Usindiso building fire in Marshalltown, Johannesburg

Gauteng police have arrested a suspect in connection with the Usindiso building fire in Marshalltown, Johannesburg. A man, identified as Mr X, voluntarily testified in-camera at the Commission of Inquiry into the Usindiso building fire hearings yesterday that he started the fire that claimed the lives of 76 people last year. He told the inquiry that he started the fire on the ground floor of the building, after attempting to […]

January 24, 2024 16

Namibia

PDM argues that corruption and other crimes may drive investors away

Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, the Police Inspector-General, has raised concerns about the persistent surge in criminal activities, covering various offenses from violence to economic and cybercrimes. Manuel Ngaringombe from the Popular Democratic Movement provides insights into the potential impact on investor sentiment.

January 23, 2024 116

Lifestyle

South Africa’s ageing population comes with new challenges. How best to adapt to them

By Lauren Johnston, University of Sydney Young people – under the age of 15 – currently make up 29% of South Africa’s population. But this will soon change: the aged portion of the population is forecast to rise from 2030, bringing many challenges. Lauren Johnston, an economics and political economy expert, recently published a paper on the subject. We asked her to put the developments into perspective. What is […]

January 22, 2024 26

Namibia

NamPol Arrest Eight Individuals Linked to N$2 Million Bank Windhoek Theft

In Rundu, six individuals were apprehended by the Namibian Police in connection with the embezzlement of approximately N$2 million from Bank Windhoek. Additionally, two other suspects were taken into custody in Opuwo on Monday. The two individuals from the Kunene region, Untag Kamati (34) and Fenni Ankoshi (19), were brought before the Opuwo Magistrate’s Court yesterday and are currently held in detention. They face charges of fraud and theft.

January 18, 2024 9

Namibia

Tragedy Strikes in Oshikoto Region: Fatal Stabbing and Newborn’s Death Shock Community

In a distressing turn of events in Oshigambo village, Oshikoto Region, a 55-year-old man met a tragic end after allegedly being stabbed by his 52-year-old brother on Thursday night. The incident, occurring around 8pm in the Otilindi location, unfolded following a confrontation over the brother's purported failure to provide transportation. According to regional commander Theopoline Kalompo-Nashikaku, the 52-year-old suspect trailed his brother after the disagreement and allegedly stabbed him once […]

January 12, 2024 22

Namibia

Otjiwarongo pensioner allegedly shoots, kills man

Police in Otjiwarongo are investigating a case of murder, following the death of a 29-year-old man, allegedly at the hands of a 79-year-old man. The incident, according to a report issued by the Namibian Police Force (NamPol) Spokesperson, Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, happened on Wednesday at around 21h20. 'Allegations are that the victim was fatally shot by the suspect after he charged at him with a knife. It is further […]

January 11, 2024 27

Namibia

Authorities arrested two women on allegations of stealing an iPhone 14 Pro Max

Authorities arrested two women on allegations of stealing an iPhone 14 Pro Max and deceiving a 34-year-old man in Windhoek's Shandumbala last Friday. Reportedly, the suspects requested to borrow the victim's phone but declined to return it. Furthermore, they proceeded to make unauthorized withdrawals totaling N$2,000 from the victim's bank account. According to the police, the victim was defrauded of a total sum of N$32,000. Investigations by the police are […]

January 10, 2024 76

World

Idris Elba calls for immediate ban on machetes and ‘zombie’ knives in the UK

Idris Elba is urging the British government to ban machetes and serrated “zombie" knives to help stop young people falling victim to knife crime.The London-born star of iconic television dramas, The Wire and Luther joined protesters from the “Don’t Stop Your Future” campaign on Monday (9 January) outside Parliament, posing with clothes and shoes representing people killed by knives.In the UK, which has strict gun-control laws, about four in 10 […]

January 10, 2024 91

Namibia

Congolese nationals denied bail on drug charges

Two male Congolese suspects who were allegedly found in possession of cannabis were denied bail when they made their first appearance in the Katutura Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday. Bwanga Bonifus and Simba Gabriel were allegedly found in possession of 18 610 grams of cannabis valued at N.dollars 930 500 on Monday and were charged with dealing in and possession of cannabis. State Prosecutor Kasale Kasale objected to the granting […]

January 9, 2024 59