The Namibian Police in the Zambezi Region held a power transition with a "handing and taking over" ceremony for outgoing Regional Commander Commissioner Andreas Shilelo and incoming Commissioner Julia Sakuwa-Neo.
The Katutura Police Station is currently undergoing renovations valued at N$102.6 million. The renovations aim to improve the station's facilities and working environment, with completion set for 9 October 2027.
The Katutura Police Station holding cells have not been operational since 2018.
The Ministry of International Relations and Trade is closely monitoring ongoing anti-illegal migration demonstrations in South Africa. Executive Director Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati confirmed that no Namibian nationals have so far been affected by the unrest.
A deadly long weekend on Namibia’s roads has claimed 15 lives, intensifying concerns over the country’s growing road safety crisis.
On 29 April, eight people died in a head-on collision between Arandis and Swakopmund.
Former President Hifikepunye Pohamba expressed deep concern over serious social challenges facing Namibia, notably gender-based violence (GBV) and road accidents.
While Namibia joined the rest of the world in celebration of Workers' Day, the nation woke up to yet another horrific news item following an accident that claimed 11 lives.
Among those who died in an accident, which happened about 30 kilometres south of Otjiwarongo, are three medical staff.
NamPower has advised residents living downstream of the Ruacana Power Station to evacuate low‑lying areas, relocate livestock to higher ground, and maintain a safe distance from the banks of the Kunene River, as water levels could rise unexpectedly.
Windhoek City Police has expressed concern over staff shortages amid a rapidly growing city and limited resources.
The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security plans to use N$8.1 billion to respond to present demands while building a stronger system for the future.
Cabinet has expressed concern over the increasing number of gruesome killings reported across Namibia while also taking note of operational instability at the Northern Regional Electricity Distributor (NORED).
