The Police Inspector-General, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, and the Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security, Dr. Albert Kawana, have encouraged more individuals to join the community police units in their respective regions.

The Police Inspector-General, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, says the country is still experiencing a high crime rate.

The IG made these remarks at a belated 32nd Police Day anniversary in Windhoek.