insert_link Namibia NamPol investigates fatal accident on Ondangwa–Omuthiya road Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi Nine people have been confirmed dead, and fifteen others were injured after an Iveco bus collided head-on with a sand truck at Oniimbwele village along the Ondangwa–Omuthiya road yesterday evening. The injured are being treated at Onandjokwe State Hospital. Namibian Police spokesperson, Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, confirmed the incident and said investigations into the cause of the crash are ongoing. today21 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia NamPol investigates rape allegation against sitting MP The Namibian Police are investigating a rape allegation involving a former Cabinet minister who is now serving as a Member of Parliament. A 27-year-old woman—identified as the mother of the MP’s child—filed the complaint on 14 July, alleging that the incident occurred on 21 March 2025, in Windhoek. Deputy Commissioner Chrispin Mubebo confirmed that the case was registered under the Combating of Rape Act. Although the accused, according to […] today16 July, 2025
insert_link Namibia Namibia observes the International Day Against Drug Abuse Today, on the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, local authorities are rolling out awareness campaigns to increase prevention, treatment, and community support initiatives. Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, NamPol spokesperson, stressed the importance of early education and public vigilance. Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi Kauna Shikwambi called on parents, teachers, and communities to report drug dealers, noting a worrying rise in youth substance use and his team’s intensified interventions. “Our message […] today26 June, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Court hears Namdia diamond heist case as investigations continue Three individuals appeared in the Keetmanshoop Magistrate’s Court on Wednesday, facing charges under the Prevention of Organised Crime Act and the illicit trafficking of goods under the Diamond Act. The case, which has drawn significant public interest, was postponed to 7 August 2025 as police continue their investigation. The suspects were apprehended on Monday following coordinated police raids at their residences. The arrests are linked to diamonds stolen in […] today7 May, 2025
insert_link Namibia President relieves Agriculture Minister of duties amid corruption allegations State House, Auasblick President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has relieved Mac-Albert Hengari, the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Land Reform, from his position, effective 23 April 2025. The decision comes in the wake of mounting criminal charges against Hengari, who was arrested on Saturday in Windhoek. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Office of the President confirmed Hengari’s termination, explaining that the minister had failed to submit his resignation as […] today28 April, 2025
Namibia Man stabbed to death at a bar in Walvis Bay By: Adolf Kaure A 27-year-old was stabbed to death on Saturday morning at Walvis Bay’s Kuisebmond township. According to the Erongo Police spokesperson, Senior Inspector Judith Shomongula, the incident took place at White House Bar. "The suspect allegedly stabbed the victim with an okapi knife on the left upper chest causing his death on the spot," she said. The deceased, Jeremiah Shimanda Johannes, was pronounced dead by Walvis Bay State […] today31 March, 2025
Namibia Walvis Bay woman reported missing at independence beach By: Adolf Kaure The Erongo Police have appealed to the public for assistance in locating 32-year-old Walvis Bay resident, Martha Hamalwa. According to Senior Inspector Judith Shomongula, Hamalwa was last seen around midnight last Saturday at Independence Beach Bar and Restaurant, where she had arrived with a group of friends. “She allegedly left the venue shortly after arriving but did not return to the bar or go home,” Shomongula stated. […] today20 March, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Namdia recovers N$40.6 Million in stolen diamonds as investigation continues Namib Desert Diamonds (NAMDIA) has given an update on the armed robbery at its premises, confirming that diamonds worth N$40.6 million have been recovered out of the N$314.9 million stolen. The Namibian Police Force is leading the investigation, with two suspects arrested and scheduled to appear in court on 23 May 2025. The diamond marketing and sales company has reaffirmed its commitment to increasing security measures to prevent future incidents. […] today6 March, 2025
insert_link Dr. Sam Nujoma Windhoek to Experience Traffic Disruptions for Nujoma Funeral Rehearsal The Police have issued a warning to Windhoek motorists for today. Nampol says they should expect road closures and traffic disruptions as the security cluster conducts a full-scale rehearsal for the state funeral procession of the late Founding President, Dr. Sam Nujoma. According to NamPol spokesperson Deputy Commissioner Kaunapawa Shikwambi, the rehearsal will take place starting at 7am, following the same route as the official procession on this coming […] today25 February, 2025
