The Deputy Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security has assured that the government will address challenges faced by law enforcement in the ||Kharas Region to improve service delivery.
The battle against drugs is no longer being fought only at the borders but is now being fought inside homes, communities, and, in some cases, within the ranks of the police itself.
Inspector General Joseph Shikongo is concerned over the rising number of rape cases in Namibia, warning that a failure to address underlying social issues is fuelling the crisis.
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.
Festive season policing in the Erongo Region has yielded positive results, with an overall decrease in crime.
While there have been some successes, Erongo Police Commander Nikolaus Kupembona noted that challenges still persist.
Law enforcement officials carried out a patrol in Windhoek on Friday night.
The almost 500-strong operation was led by Police Chief Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, the Windhoek City Police and officials from immigration and NamRA.
The Omaheke Police Regional Commander, Commissioner Andreas Haingura, has called for strong community policing partnerships to help the region succeed in fighting crime.
Inspector General of the Police, Joseph Shikongo, has expressed disappointment with the performance of law enforcement officers in the Kavango East Region.
Following a visit to the region, Shikongo addressed the underperformance and outlined improvement plans.
