A rehabilitated inmate, Wilfred Dreyer, who is currently serving time at the Lüderitz Correctional Facility, urged young people to stay away from drugs, crimes and gang activities.

Former refugees who have been camping at the Swapo Party headquarters say they will not leave the area without the letter that came from the United Nations outlining repatriation, rehabilitation and resettlement in detail.

The town of Rehoboth has come under scrutiny for drug use following the arrest of five individuals on drug-related charges. 

Among those arrested are Naomi Fisch and her boyfriend, Steven Schneiders. 

For inmates at Windhoek Correctional Facility, Christmas is often the hardest time of year, reminding them of loved ones and familiar traditions that define the festive season.

The Ministry of Health and Social Services has reaffirmed that it is making rehabilitation and assistive technology services available across the country.

Currently such services are offered free of charge only at seven hospitals. 

The Speaker of the National Assembly, Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, said the proposed SADC Model Law on Prison Oversight presents an opportunity to strengthen accountability, promote rehabilitation and uphold human dignity across correctional systems in the region. 

A Windhoek resident, Mandla Paulus, has opened up about his recovery from alcohol and drug addiction.

In a brave and candid interview with nbc News, Paulus detailed how he achieved remaining sober for over 14 years.

The streets of Rehoboth were filled with chants and an air of determination as the community staged a large-scale protest against the ongoing issue of drug abuse, which has plagued the town for years. 

The rehabilitation of the Namutoni Road in the Oshikoto Region is set to start next week, following an agreement signed between the Roads Authority and the Tsumeb Municipality.

The 5.5-kilometre Namutoni Road will be rehabilitated for N$23 million.

The Deputy Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security has praised the Namibia Correctional Services (NCS) for its continued achievements in successfully rehabilitating and reintegrating offenders.