insert_link Namibia Activists Slam ACC Over Redforce Probe The Katutura Rate Payer’s Association's Shaun Gariseb, has accused the Anti-Corruption Commission of delaying the Redforce investigation while swiftly arresting minor offenders. They urge the ACC to send the Windhoek case to the Prosecutor-General and advise residents not to engage with Redforce without proper documentation. In Okahandja, activists are gathering evidence, while in Gobabis, they accuse the ACC of shifting responsibility. Concerns have also been raised over 17 shredded bags […] today3 March, 2025
insert_link Environment Environment Ministry says there is progress in courts expansion The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism is pleased with the progress in establishing special wildlife courts. In 2024, courts in Oshakati, Rundu, and Katima Mulilo handled 181 cases, finalizing 102. Ministry spokesperson Romeo Muyunda stated that efforts are ongoing to secure external funding to expand the initiative in collaboration with the Judiciary and the Office of the Prosecutor General. today5 February, 2025
insert_link Uncategorized Namibia and South Africa seize funds linked to illegal mining activities Extracted coal The Financial Intelligence Centre and the Prosecutor-General's Office, in partnership with South Africa’s National Prosecuting Authority’s Asset Forfeiture Unit and SA’s Financial Intelligence Centre, have seized around N$52.5 million from eight Namibian bank accounts. The funds, linked to Jacobus Hosea Jordaan and his wife Elza Jordaan, are allegedly tied to illegal coal mining in Mpumalanga’s Carolina area. The case, which was first reported by News24 highlights strong cross-border […] today21 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Records Show close to 390 Wildlife Crime Cases in 2023, Highlighting National Concern Namibia registered 389 wildlife crime cases in 2023, with 96 cases finalized, according to the Wildlife Protection and Law Enforcement National Report for 2023. The report, launched by environmental and law enforcement stakeholders in Windhoek, points to the increasing complexity and cost of investigating syndicate activities. Prosecutor General ,Martha Imalwa emphasized at the forum that wildlife crimes pose a significant threat to Namibia's national heritage and disrupt the environment and […] today4 July, 2024
Namibia Charges Against City of Windhoek Cleaners and Activist Michael Amushelelo Dropped in Public Violence Case Three contract cleaners from the City of Windhoek, along with social activist Michael Amushelelo, faced charges of inciting public violence after participating in a strike for better working conditions. However, the court ordered the matter to be struck off the roll and refunded bail money to the suspects. The strike involved over 100 street cleaners demanding improved conditions and permanent contracts. Despite a trial scheduled for Wednesday, a decision from […] today16 May, 2024
insert_link Namibia Prosecutor General Awaits Case Docket on Okahandja Robbery Suspects’ Deaths Prosecutor General Martha Imalwa has confirmed that she has not yet received the case docket related to the deaths of five suspected robbers in Okahandja. This statement comes seven days after the Namibian Police had pledged to hand over the docket to her office. Despite the earlier announcement by National Police spokesperson Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi, who stated the docket would be sent by February 27, Imalwa clarified, saying she […] today5 March, 2024
