The Oshikoto Police have officially launched their festive season road safety and crime prevention operation, code-named Safer Namibia.

The campaign, launched at Omuthiya, started on 15 November and will run until 16 January next year.

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on International Relations, Defence, and Security and the Namibian Police Force are collectively prioritising enhanced partnerships to combat crime and improve national safety.

Otjiwarongo Councillor Paulus Nekundi has vowed to tackle crime and advocates for the establishment of a police station in the Ombili informal settlement.

Police in the Otjozondjupa Region are cautioning the public to remain vigilant against scammers who are currently targeting farmers, business people, and community members in Grootfontein.

In an effort to strengthen community relations and address ongoing safety and crime challenges, the Police Inspector General, Joseph Shikongo, launched Operation Katjavivi.

The Erongo Region Police have confiscated N$3 million worth of drugs since the beginning of the year.

This was announced by the Head of the Crime Investigation Division, Erastus Iikuyu, at an event hosted by the Coastal Drug Awareness Campaign at Walvis Bay.

Hompa Sofia Mundjembwe, of the Shambyu tribe, has emphasised the importance of cultural and traditional education, stating that it can help reduce crime and foster a well-mannered society.

Deputy Inspector General of the Police Elias Mutota has said the police have launched a special operation to prevent more crimes and to find those responsible for the murders of two minors and a teenager at Okahandja.

Omaheke Governor Pijoo Nganate and various heads of institutions in the region are working to strengthen safety measures following the recent brutal killings of innocent lives. 

A full-scale security operation is set to be launched in Okahandja following the murders of two minors and a 15-year-old girl in the town.