The Namibia Police (NamPol) has also been on the ground assessing the flood situation in Ohangwena Region, which is advancing towards the Oshana Region.

A 29-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death of his five-year-old stepson, Wilfred Dantani Eiseb, at Walvis Bay.

A passerby allegedly discovered the body half-buried in a sand dune on the outskirts of Narraville and notified the police.

Since the end of last week, four rapes have been reported in three days.

NamPol's crime report from the 28th of December to the 1st of January recorded two rapes in Swakopmund's Mondesa residential area.

Rundu Beach drew a crowd for the New Year's Eve countdown after being closed for two years due to COVID-19.

The joyful crowd described their delight at being back at the popular hangout spot. 

While residents and visitors of Rundu celebrated Christmas, the police were on the ground to maintain peace and order in the town.

A police operation for the festive season is ongoing in Rundu and surrounding areas, to make sure peace and security are maintained.

NamPol's Deputy Inspector General, Major General Elias Mutota, has urged holidaymakers to alert police officers in their jurisdiction when they travel.

General Mutota did some legwork at the Okapuka roadblock, where he also emphasized the increase in house break-ins during the festive season.

NamPol's Inspector General has launched the festive season crime prevention campaign in the Kavango East Region.

Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo said the patrol, which is part of the crime prevention campaign, was also due to the rising cases of criminal activities in the Kavango East Region.

Communities have been urged to join neighborhood watch groups as it creates a sense of security and reduces fear of crime during this festive season.

During the holiday season, crime tends to increase exponentially, particularly housebreaking and robberies of personal effects.

Female police officers will continue to make strides in ensuring safety and security as they embark upon Operation Basadi.

The officers marched in Windhoek to create awareness and commemorate the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.

The Namibia Breweries Limited launched its "Responsible Drinking" campaign, advocating for responsible drinking and addressing excessive use of alcohol.