Also known as: Major General Elias Mutota · deputy inspector general Elias Mutota · Namibian Police deputy inspector general Elias Mutota · Deputy inspector general for operations major general Elias Mutota · Deputy Inspector-General Elias Mutota
Major General Elias Mutota — police official overseeing nationwide crime prevention operations, deploying officers to crime hotspots.
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The Namibian
Namibian Police deputy inspector general Elias Mutota disclosed Namibia recorded 966 suicide cases over past two financial years
“About a week ago, Namibian Police deputy inspector general Elias Mutota disclosed that Namibia recorded 966 suicide cases over the past two financial years.”
Namibia Needs More Than Slogans to Change the Suicide NarrativeInformanté
Deputy Inspector-General Elias Mutota took the salute as the cadets marched past
“Acting Inspector-General Anne-Marie Nainda and Deputy Inspector-General Elias Mutota took the salute as the cadets marched past, demonstrating their newly acquired marching skills.”
Cadet constables showcase marching skills ahead of Friday’s graduation at OshakatiWindhoek Observer
Deputy inspector general Elias Mutota rejected claims that he has been appointed acting inspector general
“Deputy inspector general for operations major general Elias Mutota rejected claims that he has been appointed acting inspector general and has stepped into Shikongo's shoes.”
Army ready to protect President if requiredNew Era
Major General Elias Mutota said the police will take to the streets to curb crime across the city
“Namibia Police Force Major General Elias Mutota said the police, together with Windhoek City Police and other law enforcement agencies, will take to the streets to curb crime across the city.”
Police crime prevention operation loomsThe Namibian
Elias Mutota said he lacks knowledge on the matter and will not comment
“When approached for comment, police deputy inspector general Elias Mutota said he does not have knowledge on the matter and will not comment.”
Ndeitunga suspects inside job in Namdia heist: Calls for increased vetting of Govt officialsThe Namibian
Police deputy inspector general Elias Mutota confirmed three suspects identified in connection with the incident
“Police deputy inspector general Elias Mutota yesterday confirmed that three suspects have been identified in connection with the incident: Trustco internal and forensics investigation unit chief operations officer Max Endjala, his cousin Joel Angula and Sam Shololo.”
N$1-billion Namdia robbery: Suspects, diamonds, and tragic deathsThe Namibian
Deputy inspector general Elias Mutota confirmed that one detained suspect is security officer at Namdia
“Deputy inspector general Elias Mutota yesterday confirmed that one of the detained suspects is a security officer at Namdia.”
Namdia diamond heist: Inside job suspected as police investigate N$1-billion theftThe Namibian
Namibian Police deputy inspector general Elias Mutota said suspect detained is security officer at Namdia on duty
“"We believe that the suspect currently detained is a security officer at Namdia and was available on duty when the incident happened," Mutota said.”
Mines ministry mum on Namdia heistThe Namibian
Deputy inspector general Elias Mutota said he was not aware of Becker's injuries
“Speaking to The Namibian on Tuesday, deputy inspector general Elias Mutota said he was not aware of Becker's injuries.”
Police commissioner injured in Namdia heistThe Namibian
Elias Mutota confirmed a Namdia security officer was arrested in connection with armed robbery
“Namibian Police deputy inspector general Elias Mutota has confirmed that a security officer employed by Namib Desert Diamonds (Namdia) was arrested in connection with an armed robbery at the company's office in Windhoek on Saturday.”
Police arrest Namdia employee over fatal robberyNamibian Police disclosed that Namibia recorded 966 suicide cases over the past two financial years—480 in 2024/25 and 486 in 2025/26, with adult men accounting for the overwhelming majority in both years. An opinion piece argues that Namibia must move beyond annual prevention messages to address systemic barriers and make mental health a priority in public policy.
19 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian Police disclosed that Namibia recorded 966 suicide cases over the past two financial years—480 in 2024/25 and 486 in 2025/26, with adult men accounting for the overwhelming majority in both years. An opinion piece argues that Namibia must move beyond annual prevention messages to address systemic barriers and make mental health a priority in public policy.
19 September 2026 · The Namibian →
More than 1,000 cadet constables completed their nine-month training course at the Ruben Danger Ashipala Police Training Centre and paraded in Oshakati and Ongwediva ahead of Friday's graduation ceremony, where the Minister of Home Affairs will deliver the keynote address on behalf of the President.
26 May 2026 · Informanté →
Former inspector general Sebastian Ndeitunga says the failure to detect a man who entered the presidential residence last week exposed weaknesses across the police chain of command. The breach has fuelled speculation about the status of police inspector general Joseph Shikongo and raised questions about the VIP Protection Unit's head Michael Abraham.
5 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Defence Minister Frans Kapofi denied reports that the Namibian Defence Force has assumed responsibility for protecting President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, saying the military could step in only if required. The denial comes after an alleged security breach at State House on Thursday, when an unidentified man allegedly entered the presidential residence and reached the private living area before being apprehended, though details of how he gained access and whether he was arrested remain unclear.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibian Police Force, along with Windhoek City Police and other law enforcement agencies, will conduct a six-month nationwide crime prevention operation to enhance public safety and curb crime across the country. Major General Elias Mutota said police officers will be deployed to crime hotspots, with the best-performing unit receiving a trophy.
9 February 2026 · New Era →