Oshikoto Police have intensified patrols in all 11 constituencies ahead of the Easter weekend.

With an expected influx of people and traffic ahead of the Easter long weekend, the police are moving to enhance visibility in crime-prone areas.

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.

Nampol Inspector General has urged police officers to stop using the lack of transport as an excuse when responding to calls from community members.
 

A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the alleged rape of an eight-year-old boy in Ongwediva.

The Namibian Police has assured the public that stringent security measures will be in place for the upcoming Presidential and National Assembly Elections. 

The Namibian Police Force (NamPol) seized nearly 745,000 kilogrammes of cannabis during a series of operations around the country in July.

NamPol, in a statement on Thursday, said various drug substances were confiscated and 130 individuals arrested between 01 and 31 July.

Rossing Uranium has solidified the extension of its agreement with the Namibian Police Force to another three years to repair old, rusted, and faulty police vehicles at Swakopmund at a cost of N$750,000.

The Police reiterates its commitment to road safety through strict law enforcement and community awareness initiatives, urging everyone to contribute to safer roads. 

The Namibian Police have promoted over 4,000 officers, its first ever mass promotion of this scale.

Oshana Police Commander Sakaria Lungameni has appealed to citizens to allow law enforcement officials to carry out their duties without harassment.