Law Enforcement

Criminals Threaten Customers into Sharing Passwords

19 January 2025 WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA— FNB notes with regret the rising instances of people being robbed of their funds while under threat of violence from criminals. Where such criminal incidents are reported, FNB undertakes rigorous investigation, partnering with law enforcement to ensure any information relative to these crimes is shared with investigators immediately. At FNB we are committed to ensuring the highest level of security for your accounts internally. As […]

20 January, 2025

Namibia

FNB Urges Customers to Protect Passwords Amid Rising Threats

FNB Namibia has expressed concern over an increase in crimes involving customers being threatened into sharing their banking passwords or OTPs. Communications Manager Kirsty Watermeyer, in a statement, highlighted that the bank collaborates closely with law enforcement to investigate such cases and support arrests. FNB reassures customers of robust security measures, including two-factor authentication, encryption, and advanced fraud detection systems. However, the bank advises customers to reduce daily ATM withdrawal […]

20 January, 2025

Namibia

Festive season sees Nampol Issue over 12 000 summonses

The festive season saw 472 crashes, resulting in 80 fatalities and 918 injuries. Law enforcement attributes the tragedies to multiple factors, despite law enforcement issuing over 12,000 summonses and suspending unsafe vehicles. Commissioner Petrus Swartz is the head of the Traffic Division at NamPol:

7 January, 2025

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.

18 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: […]

17 December, 2024

World

At least 3 dead in Wisconsin Christian school shooting

At least three people have died in a mass shooting at a Christian school in Madison, Wisconsin. This includes the suspected shooter - who police say was a student. Law enforcement revised the deathtoll down from five. Toni Waterman has more.

17 December, 2024

Namibia

City Police tightens festive season safety measures

The Windhoek City Police have intensified safety measures for the festive season, focusing on traffic law enforcement, including drinking and driving. City Police spokesperson, Superintendent Marcelline Kiddy Murapo urged residents to secure their homes, avoid leaving valuables in vehicles, and report suspicious activities.

16 December, 2024

Namibia

Nampol Oshikoto promotes over 200 Police officers

The Namibian Police in Oshikoto Region promoted over 200 Police officers to various ranks in order to improve service delivery. Speaking during the occasion the regional Commander, Commissioner Teopolina Kalompo-Nashikaku urged members to reflect on their mandate and execute their duties.

11 December, 2024

South Africa

SA Hawks confirm fatal Emalahleni shootout

Five alleged ATM bombers were fatally shot by police in Emalahleni, Mpumalanga, earlier today, with one other suspect sustaining injuries. Police spokesperson Katlego Mogale reported that a multi-disciplinary team was strategically stationed in Schoongezicht to monitor a white Toyota Hilux. When the targeted vehicle was seen leaving the area and officers attempted to intercept it, the suspects opened fire, resulting in a shootout.

2 December, 2024