The Namibian Police Force has commemorated 17 officers who died in the line of duty during the International Day of Remembrance for Fallen Officers, observed annually.
The commemoration is for those that died in the line of duty over the past seven years.

As Namibia joins the rest of the world in mourning renowned American civil rights activist Jesse Jackson, who played a role in the country's journey to independence, citizens are being urged not only to grieve, but to reflect on his legacy and teachings.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has expressed respect and solemn reflection following the death of Reverend Jesse Jackson.
 
Jackson is a distinguished American civil rights leader and global advocate for justice and equality.

Former Speaker of the National Assembly Peter Katjavivi has noted that the United States of America has lost a leader who provided a voice to the voiceless and who campaigned vigorously for civil rights in that country.

The Secretary General of the Swapo Party, Sophia Shaningwa, yesterday paid tribute to veteran politician and liberation stalwart Erkki Nghimtina, describing him as a dedicated servant of both the liberation struggle and the Namibian nation.

Hundreds of mourners bid farewell to Control Prosecutor Justine Shiweda, buried today at her family cemetery in Onambango Village, Oshana Region.

Prosecutor-General Martha Imalwa delivered an emotional tribute to the family of the late Ondangwa-based prosecutor, Justine Shiweda.

She described Shiweda as an outstanding and committed prosecutor who was simply doing her job. Imalwa added that her death will not be in vain.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah described the late Kanana Hishoono as the bravest, most selfless person and a veteran of the liberation struggle.

She said Hishoono contributed immensely to consolidating the gains of independence and democracy, serving in various capacities.

The former manager of the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation's (NBC) Funkhaus, Lucia Engombe, has died aged 53.

Engombe's death was confirmed by a close family member, who said she died following an illness at the Oshakati State Hospital.

The life of the late Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) board Chairperson Theo Mberirua was honoured at a memorial service at the MTC headquarters on Thursday evening. 

Mberirua died last week Thursday after a short illness. He was aged 63.