Police

Western Cape police Hunt Suspects After Father and Daughter Shot Dead

The Western Cape police have launched a manhunt for suspects after a man and his daughter were shot dead inside their home in Delft on Friday night. Police spokesperson, Wesley Twigg says according to reports the victims were at home when they heard gunshots on the outside of their house. He says unknown gunmen then entered the house, and shot the male and female before fleeing the scene:

6 January, 2025

World

U.S Police chief says “combination of factors” motivated Madison school shooting

Police in Wisconsin say a "combination of factors" appear to have been the motivation behind Monday's deadly shooting at a private Christian school which left three dead. That includes the alleged shooter who has been identified as a 15 year old girl. Toni Waterman has more.

18 December, 2024

World

NY police hone in on health insurance exec killer

Police looking for the gunman who killed the CEO of a US health insurance company in New York have searched a hostel where they believe the suspect may have been staying. New York police department says United Healthcare boss Brian Thompson was shot in a targeted attack. US correspondent Kate Fisher reports:

6 December, 2024

South Africa

In S.A, 150 Illegal Miners Trapped in Abandoned Sabie Mine

To South Africa, where around 150 illegal miners are trapped inside an abandoned mine in Sabie, Mpumalanga, with three reported dead and six already rescued. The situation was discovered when four suspected miners fleeing the scene alerted security personnel. Police spokesperson Donald Mdhluli says the miners, reportedly forced to work under dangerous conditions, have raised concerns that those running the operation may be armed:

5 December, 2024

World

Imran Khan’s supporters clash with police In Islamabad

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan's supporters have clashed with soldiers and police teams at the outskirts of Islamabad. Police say one officer has been killed and more than 100 have been injured. The Army has also been deployed as Pakistan's government tries to stop tens of thousands of supporters of Khan from trying to march into the capital. They are demanding the former cricketer - who has been in […]

26 November, 2024

Namibia

Special voting day commences at Van Rijn Primary School in Windhoek

Today marked a bustling start to Namibia's special voting day at Van Rijn Primary School in Windhoek. According to our correspondent Envaalde Matheus, the voting center was particularly packed with voters from the police, army, and special forces, including high-profile figures like Inspector General Joseph Shikongo. Shikongo emphasized that law enforcement is committed to ensuring a peacef0ul and intimidation-free environment to support a credible and fair voting process.

13 November, 2024

Africa

Mozambique Protests Intensify as Frelimo’s Election Victory Faces Backlash

In Mozambique, police have fired tear gas at protesters in the largest demonstration yet against the Frelimo party, which was declared the winner of disputed elections on October 9, says Al Jazeera. Frustrations have grown as Frelimo’s victory extends its 49 years in power, with human rights groups reporting that at least 18 people have been killed amid a forceful police crackdown on the protests.

8 November, 2024

World

Cost-of-living protests spark increased tensions in Martinique

A curfew on the French Caribbean island of Martinique has been extended until Thursday following urban violence linked to cost-of-living protests. A once-banned squadron of elite riot police has also been sent to the island. Ross Cullen reports. RFI reports that some protests have turned violent, with looters targeting supermarkets and restaurants. So far, 11 police officers have been injured by firearms, and three protesters have been wounded, one […]

24 September, 2024

Oshiwambo

Nakukwata ongonga omonakadona okwa kwata yoo keenghono omumwaina.

Ina nakudala okanona kokadona kwa lopotwa ka kwatwa keenghono kuxe ekadala otyanghu, otati xee yokanona okwa kwata yoo natango keenghono omupambele waye. Opolifi oyati omulumenhu eli omufeekelwa okuli takongwa natango konima eshi afadukapo eshi akwatwa okamona kadona keenghono takutiwa okwa kala nokushininga lwoikando ihapu okudja mo 2022. Shelikwatelela kolopota yokuyele oyo yapitifwamo kopolifi, oyati omulumenhu okwa kwata keenghono okamona kadona etine ladileko, ekakwatela keenghono mondjuwo yainakulu yo kanona, momudingonoko wa […]

17 September, 2024