In the past two weeks, police in the Erongo Region have conducted a significant operation in Walvis Bay and Swakopmund, resulting in the seizure of illegal drugs, stolen goods, and electronic devices valued at over N$1 million. This operation marks a substantial step in the fight against drug trafficking, street robberies, and gang-related crime in […]
NamPol arrested 14 individuals over the weekend on charges related to drug possession and distribution. Various substances, including cannabis, mandrax, and skunk, were seized during these arrests. In Rehoboth, multiple arrests took place in separate incidents. On Friday, a 40-year-old woman was apprehended in Block E after police found her in possession of various amounts […]
The Namibian Police are investigating three reported cases of rape that occurred over the weekend in Oshakati, Okatope, and Okakarara. The first incident took place on Friday, January 31, at approximately 20h00 in Omeege Village, Oshana Region. A 35-year-old woman reported being raped after accepting an escort home from an unidentified individual. According to police […]
The police in the Zambezi Region are investigating a syndicate involved in a money-multiplication scam that allegedly uses rituals. A Windhoek resident has reportedly fallen victim to the scam, losing N$21,000. The victim and the suspect met in Windhoek last year and became friends. Gaining the victim’s trust, the suspect convinced them that a traditional […]
Keetmanshoop Regional Court Magistrate Frans Anderson on Thursday sentenced a 38-year-old man to six years in prison for possession of uncut diamonds. Mateus Petrus Nakagumbo was initially charged with theft of rough diamonds and disguising the unlawful origin of property. Nakagumbo pleaded not guilty to these charges but admitted guilt to two alternative counts—possession of […]
Namibia on Friday reaffirmed its support for Palestine and called for global action against Israel’s violations of international law. Speaking at a high-level meeting at The Hague, Minister of Justice Yvonne Dausab condemned the ongoing violence in Gaza despite the ceasefire agreement between the two parties and urged nations to take decisive measures to hold […]
The Erongo Police made a shocking discovery over the weekend, finding three human remains in different locations across the region, Otjimbingwe, Tubusis, and Okombahe. Among the discoveries was the body of 64-year-old Katrina Paulina Boois, who had been missing since August 10, 2024. Her remains were found on Saturday at around 10:00 at Dawe Tsaub […]
A 44-year-old teacher in the Zambezi Region was attacked by unknown people in Chotto compound in the early hours of Tuesday morning. The victim has been identified as Axon Samupwa, who sustained serious arm and facial injuries. He was found unconscious on the main street in Chotto, where he fell after the attack and was […]
The Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises has confirmed it has been briefed on the recent diamond robbery at Namib Desert Diamonds (NAMDIA) and the ongoing investigation. In response to questions from the nbc, spokesperson Wilson Shikoto stated that while the Ministry is aware of the incident, further operational inquiries should be directed to NAMDIA’s […]
The second suspect in the Namib Desert Diamonds (NAMDIA) robbery, Sam Shololo, was caught in the act of the crime, the state informed the Windhoek Magistrates Court. Shololo, who faces charges of murder, attempted murder, robbery with aggravating circumstances, and possession of rough diamonds, appeared before the court this morning (Tues) following the violent robbery […]
