The Namibian Police has extended a nationwide crime prevention operation, code-named “Walya Shakakodhi Tala Pombada".
The operation was conducted from 30 January to 2 February across all 14 regions and was extended by the police chief, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, on Tuesday.
The Inspector General of the police has announced that the Tourism Protection Subdivision will, with immediate effect, be transferred to the Office of the Inspector General.
The Omaheke Police Regional Commander Commissioner Heinrich Tjiveze is urging traditional authorities in the Aminius Constituency to strengthen working relationships with the police to maintain law and order.
The Outjo Municipality is exploring setting up high mast lights and surveillance systems across crime hot spots in the town to help curb violent crimes in the town.
The Minister of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts, and Culture, Sanet Steenkamp, has urged school learners to show self-respect towards their teachers, embrace hard work, and avoid engaging in criminal activities.
Police in the ||Kharas Region have stepped up festive operations by deploying officers to help prevent crime and ensure public safety during the Christmas period.
The Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, said some community members have a large part to play when it comes to criminal activities in Kavango East.
Shikongo is holding a community meeting with residents in Rundu.
Kunene Police Commander Eric Clay has urged motorists to exercise caution on the roads during this festive season.
The region recorded 3 fatalities, 6 serious injuries and 6 crashes at the start of this festive season.
The Oshikoto Police have officially launched their festive season road safety and crime prevention operation, code-named Safer Namibia.
The campaign, launched at Omuthiya, started on 15 November and will run until 16 January next year.
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on International Relations, Defence, and Security and the Namibian Police Force are collectively prioritising enhanced partnerships to combat crime and improve national safety.
