President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has extended condolences to the Maasdorp family following the tragic death of their five-year-old daughter, Ingrid.

The 17-year-old suspect at the centre of the gruesome murder of six family members in Usakos has allegedly confessed to the killings, according to police sources familiar with the investigation.

NamPol National Spokesperson Deputy Commissioner Kauna Shikwambi has urged motorists to exercise caution and responsible behaviour on the roads as the Easter long weekend gets underway.

The Head of the Namibian Police's Criminal Investigation Directorate has acknowledged that little progress has been made in solving some of the country's most horrific murder cases, crimes that have shaken the nation over the years.

Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare addressed staff at the Office of the Prime Minister, calling for a complete shift in how public service is delivered in the country.

Dr. Ngurare made it clear that under his leadership, there will be no room for excuses, complacency, or business as usual.

In a quiet act of selflessness, a Namibian woman has made the decision to donate her body to the University of Namibia School of Medicine, Department of Anatomy, becoming only the second Namibian to do so.

Deputy Inspector General of NamPol, Major General Anna-Marie Nainda, has confirmed the arrest of a third suspect in connection with the violent NAMDIA robbery that occurred on January 18.

Activist Michael Amushelelo has been fined N$5,000 or, alternatively, sentenced to six months’ imprisonment for contempt of court.

High Court Judge Anne-Doris Hans-Kaumbi will deliver her sentence to Michael Amushelelo at 12:30 today.

Earlier this morning, Hans-Kaumbi heard arguments in mitigation.

High Court Judge Anne-Doris Hans-Kaumbi has ordered that activist Michael Amushelelo be detained at the Windhoek Correctional Facility's trial awaiting section until Wednesday.