The Inspector General of the Police, Joseph Shikongo, has expressed his readiness for retirement, despite speculations suggesting that his term might be extended.

The Namibian Police is launching an amnesty campaign from the 01 September to the 30 September under the theme "together for a peaceful future."

This initiative encourages the public to voluntarily surrender unwanted firearms, ammunition, and armaments.

The search for missing Windhoek resident Danny Chipandeka ended on a sad note as his body was found in the bushes in the Daan Viljoen area a short while ago.

This information was revealed by NamPol spokesperson Kauna Shikwambi.

The police are seeking assistance in tracing the whereabouts of a missing Windhoek resident, Danny Chipandeka (31).

Chipandeka was last seen on Monday when a friend allegedly dropped him off at the Daan Viljoen Roadblock, where he said he was going to exercise.

Former Omaheke Police Commander, Commissioner Andreas Haingura, is now the head of police in the Kavango East Region.

He has replaced Commissioner Johanna Ngondo, who is now the advisor in the Office of the Inspector General. 

The police are pleading with motorists to exercise caution and abide by traffic rules and regulations during this long weekend and beyond. 

The Police Inspector General, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, has called upon commanders in regions bordering with neighbouring countries to initiate joint efforts.

These include joint patrols and awareness-raising campaigns along the borders to curb the transnational trafficking of people.

Namibian Police Chief Joseph Shikongo stuck to his word to bring about change on Friday afternoon when he announced transfers, appointments, and promotions among the top brass that will be effective from the 1st of September.

The Police Inspector General, Joseph Shikongo, has called on members of the force to prepare themselves to maintain law and order during the upcoming November national elections . 

The Police Inspector General, Joseph Shikongo, has ordered officers in the Ohangwena Region to pull up their socks to deliver effective service to the public.