India and Canada expel diplomats as ties worsen

India and Canada expel diplomats as ties worsen

India and Canada have expelled each other's six diplomats as ties worsen over the murder of a Sikh leader in Canada last year. It comes after Canada said it asked the Indian government to waive the diplomatic immunity of some officials who have been named as persons of interest in the murder investigation.

October 15, 2024 18

World

Rape and murder of Indian medic sparks widespread doctors’ strike

The rape and murder of a medic has triggered a pan-India strike by doctors. All non-emergency services at government hospitals in more than ten states have been halted, hitting medical care for millions. Doctors say they want the government to ensure their security on hospital premises and a swift trial for the victim. One suspect has been arrested. He worked as a civic defence volunteer and had uninterrupted access to […]

August 13, 2024 17

Namibia

NamPol records over 110 000 criminal cases

The Namibian Police Force (NamPol) has recorded 110 551 criminal cases, countrywide during the financial year 2023/24. The criminal cases range from robbery, rape, violence against women and children, and other forms of domestic violence, murder, theft of motor vehicles and livestock, dealing in drugs, housebreaking, and theft. This was revealed by Inspector General of NamPol, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo on Monday during the official opening of a five-day […]

July 22, 2024 44

Africa

Kenyan court orders suspected serial killer to be held for 30 days

A Kenyan court on Tuesday ordered a man who police said has confessed to murdering and dismembering 42 women to be detained for 30 days while the investigation continues. Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, 33, described by police as a "vampire, a psychopath", was arrested in the early hours of Monday following the horrific discovery of mutilated bodies in a Nairobi garbage dump. He appeared in a Nairobi […]

July 16, 2024 25

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Oshiwambo

Omulumenhu wo mido 33, adi pawa ko munailonga no muhona waye mo falama ta ihangwa mo shitopolwa sha Shikoto.

Opolifi ya Namibia mo shitopolwa sha Shikoto oya lo pota kwa pa tululwa epeko lo shibofa she dipao, sha patululilwa omulumenhu wo mido 30, eli mwene wo falama opamwe no mu nailonga waye wo mido 26, eshi ta ku tiwa ovayasha okufya omulumenhu wo mido dili 33. She li kwatelela kwao eli omukonaakoni wo imbuluma mo shitopolwa mwa ningilwa oshiningwanima, Deputy Commissioner Titus Ekandjo, nena okwa lo mbwela oshikundaneki sho […]

June 18, 2024 8 6 3

Uncategorized

Over 2000 inmates with non serious offences being released

https://youtu.be/oUFkTtyP1W4 By Finna Kahili, via News on One Offenders who are 60 or older, who as of 21 March this year, have served at least half of their sentences and maintained good conduct and are unlikely to pose any risk to society are among those being released from the Namibian correctional facilities. In addition, offenders who have been medically declared to be permanently bedridden […]

June 14, 2024 9

Namibia

Murder Case Opened as Woman Found Dead in Tsumeb With Gardener Arrested

The Namibian Police Force in the Oshikoto Region have initiated a murder case against a 23-year-old gardener accused of killing a 32-year-old woman in Tsumeb. The victim was discovered dead with a kitchen knife lodged in her side, and several items were reported missing from the house where the suspect worked. The incident occurred while the tenant was away, leaving the victim's one-month-old baby unattended. The suspect was apprehended at […]

May 10, 2024 97

Namibia

Two more accused appear in court for 7de Laan murder

https://youtu.be/AbMLiR6w5Uk By Valeria Handobe, via NewsonOne A 23-year-old woman and a 21-year-old man appeared in the Katutura Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday in connection with Christof Frederik’s murder. The young woman, Tashiya Joyce Olivia Nandoma, and Joslin Booysen appeared on one charge of obstructing the course of justice and their case was remanded to 31 July for further investigations. After having their rights to legal representation explained, […]

May 8, 2024 79

Namibia

Woman’s Death in Klein Windhoek Apartment Sparks Murder Investigation

The body of a 40-year-old woman was found in her flat in Klein Windhoek, suspected to be a victim of murder, as reported by the police. She was discovered covered and tied up in a blanket by friends who had been searching for her since Friday. Police Chief Inspector Elifas Kawinga mentioned missing items from her flat, including an iPhone and a silver BMW vehicle. Dr. Shaun Whittaker-Windhoek-based Psychologist.

April 30, 2024 389