The police long-weekend crime report shows a continued spate of crimes committed against women and girls, with another murder and rape reported over the weekend.

The Biker Community of Namibia has petitioned against violence and the senseless killing of vulnerable members of society.

The petition is to bring justice for three girls, Ingrid Maasdorp, Roswinds Fabianu and Beyoncé !Kharuxas.

The town of Okahandja came together in grief as they said goodbye to six-year-old Roswinds Fabianu, whose life was tragically cut short in a brutal act that has shaken the nation.

Roswinds was laid to rest at the Oshetu cemetery in Okahandja.

The Inspector General of the Namibian Police, Joseph Shikongo, has confirmed the arrest of Agriculture Minister Mac Hengari and another individual.

Shikongo told NBC News that they apprehended Hengari on Saturday afternoon.

Project HOPE Namibia has begun redirecting former beneficiaries of the project to government ministries for continued support, following its closure.

Hardap Governor Salomon April highlighted the significance of this year’s International Women’s Day, coinciding with the election of Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah as Swapo’s first female president.

He spoke at the Women’s Day celebration in Stampriet Village.  

One contributing factor to domestic and gender-based violence is a lack of knowledge about marriage.

This was shared by the Namibia Marriage Council's Executive Director, Paulus Hawanga. 

As Namibia celebrates Human Rights Day, the Minister of Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication and Social Welfare, Doreen Sioka, called on each citizen to take action and speak out against injustice within their communities and foster dialogue.

Gender-based violence and sexual assault are global issues that threaten the lives and futures of young girls and women, and they remain a significant concern in Namibia.

Men of various ages marched through Rundu as part of the 16 Days of Activism, which aims to create awareness of gender-based violence. 

The "Commitment Walk" aims to encourage men to adopt respectful, non-violent, and reasonable behaviour in relationships.