insert_link NamibiaNakanduungile bail ruling postponed to February 2026 By Maria Namupala The bail ruling for Dr Fillemon “Fly” Nakanduungile has been postponed to 9–10 February 2026 due to the unavailability of the presiding magistrate, Billy Mutwa Lutaka, citing financial constraints. Nakanduungile, who is accused number six in the matter, appeared in court on Thursday and will remain in custody until the new ruling dates. He faces charges of attempted murder and conspiracy to commit murder. The case relates […] today29 January, 2026
insert_link Health / MedicalDraft Law Seeks Mandatory DNA Collection A proposal to establish a national DNA database has been submitted, with Commissioner Nelius Becker telling NewsOnOne’s Selma Taapopi that the law would require DNA samples from individuals arrested in cases involving potential biological evidence. The move is aimed at strengthening forensic investigations and crime-solving capacity. today27 June, 2025
insert_link NamibiaCorrectional Services Dismisses Overcrowding Concerns Concerns over overcrowding in correctional facilities were raised last year, highlighting challenges such as poor living conditions, resource strain, and rehabilitation difficulties. However, Correctional Service Commissioner General Raphael Hamunyela insists that overcrowding is not an issue. today5 March, 2025
insert_link South AfricaAction Society Backs Call for Police-Community Partnerships in S.A Action Society supports S.A Police minister Senzo Mchunu’s call for stronger partnerships between police and communities to fight crime. This follows the latest crime statistics showing over six-thousand-900 murders and eleven-thousand-800 rapes between 1 October and 31 December last year. Action Society’ Juanita du Preez called for crime conviction rates to be included in crime stats to better understand the justice system’s effectiveness: today22 February, 2025
insert_link South AfricaIn S.A, Lusikisiki Massacre Trial Postponed to March 10 In South Africa, the trial of eight men accused of murdering 18 people in Lusikisiki in the Eastern Cape last year, has been postponed to the tenth of next month for further investigations. The case will be transferred to the High Court in Mthatha. The National Prosecuting Authority's regional spokesperson, Luxolo Tyali, says all accused, including the latest suspect, Songezo Vuma, remain in custody, facing charges of murder and illegal […] today18 February, 2025
insert_link AfricaNamibia to Ratify SADC Prisoner Transfer Agreement The Namibian government is set to ratify the SADC Protocol on Inter-State Transfer of Sentenced Offenders, allowing Namibians convicted abroad to serve their sentences in Namibia. The proposal, introduced by the Deputy Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security, aims to strengthen regional cooperation on criminal justice. If passed, the agreement will facilitate prisoner exchanges between Namibia and other SADC member states, ensuring humanitarian considerations and access to […] today14 February, 2025
