The death toll from the accident near Mariental has risen to sixteen. 

Two of the deceased were among the seven injured who were rushed to the hospital from the accident scene. 

Police have identified the officer who was gunned down at Walvis Bay on Wednesday as 34-year-old Simasiku Matongo.

A report released this evening indicated that Matongo was murdered in cold blood by a suspected criminal, Jacques Pienaar.

The family of one of the five survivors of a tragic accident that claimed 14 lives says they remain shocked over the tragedy, attributing her survival to God's mercy. 

Seaside Primary School at Walvis Bay raised over N$100,000 for the construction of an administration building.

Seaside Primary School at Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay, opened doors in 2017, with 600 learners and 19 teachers.

This figure has since increased to 1,700 children with about 60 staff members.

Venezuela's Embassy in Namibia has reaffirmed its commitment to peace, solidarity, and the sovereignty of the people. 

Ambassador Magaly González made the remarks against the backdrop of rising tensions between the United States and Venezuela over alleged drug cartels.