Residents of Rehoboth took part in a protest to raise awareness about drug and alcohol abuse, as well as rising criminal activity in their communities on Saturday.

The Oruuano Churches Gobabis branch engaged local young people on challenges such as alcohol abuse and drug abuse and peer pressure, amongst other factors affecting their progress.

Hompa Eugene Siwombe of the Ukwangali Traditional Authority has called on residents in his jurisdiction to take ownership of safety, citing a rise in alcohol and drug abuse, theft, and violent offences.

Okakarara Youth Against Crime has started a movement against drug and alcohol abuse in the community by taking to the streets to raise awareness of its dangers.

Residents of Rehoboth have been urged to identify and address the root causes of the high use and dealing of drugs in the town.

Hardap Governor Riaan Mcnab has urged the youth to unite against gender-based violence and drug abuse.

McNab used the recent Hardap Governor's Cup in Rehoboth to launch an appeal against such social ills.

Walvis Bay's Narraville residents have raised alarm over rising crime and drug abuse within their community.

At a recent engagement meeting, locals also voiced frustration over the slow response to calls for help by law enforcement.

Twenty people have been arrested in the Omaheke Region since the start of this year for drug abuse.

Rehoboth residents demonstrated their frustration with the use and distribution of drugs in their community on the commemoration of the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.

Lawyer Kadhila Amoomo has called for the regulation of sex work, arguing that the current approach of criminalization is ineffective and only drives the industry underground, increasing risks for both sex workers and the public.