Namibia has urged respect for international law and Venezuela's sovereignty following the capture of that country's president, Nikolas Maduro, and his wife by the US.

The Affirmative Repositioning (AR) Party has noted with grave concern the "unwarranted US aggression against Venezuela and its people".

AR calls on all progressive nations, parties, and organisations to fearlessly denounce the US's heinous acts and demand the release of President Maduro and his wife.

The Ondonga Traditional Authority says it will work closely with the government and relevant law enforcement agencies to ensure that justice is pursued and that effective measures are put in place to protect all Community Court Justices and Traditional Leaders.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, on behalf of the Namibian government and her family, extended wishes for warmth, love, and togetherness to embrace families across Namibia.

Today marks Family Day, also known as the Day of Goodwill, highlighting the importance of family unity and quality time together.

Compared to last year’s crime statistics for the festive season period of November to December, most crime categories across the regions have increased this year, with only three type murder, culpable homicide, and protected game products  showing a decrease.

The continuous raging fire in the Etosha National Park has destroyed approximately 30% of the grazing land.

A media statement signed by Acting Vice President Lucia Witbooi indicates that no state of emergency has been declared yet, and a decision will be taken once all information is obtained.

Six police officers are among eight people arrested for the alleged smuggling of police firearms, following a tip-off from South African authorities about weapons from Namibia being used in gang violence in the Western Cape. The suspects appeared in the Windhoek Regional Court.

The state memorial service of the late Army Commander Salomon Hawala will take place this Friday in Ohakweenyanga village in the Ondangwa Rural Constituency.

The funeral will be held on Saturday at the Old Ongwediva Lutheran cemetery.

The death toll from the accident near Mariental has risen to sixteen. 

Two of the deceased were among the seven injured who were rushed to the hospital from the accident scene. 

Fuel smuggling leads to significant government revenue losses because it bypasses official channels, evading taxes and levies.

Namibia's National Energy Fund has, in the past five years, lost N$300 million in revenue due to fuel smuggling.