Also known as: Erongo police chief inspector · Senior inspector Shomongula · Senior inspector Hilma Shomongula · Shomungula
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The Namibian
Erongo police spokesperson senior inspector Hilma Shomongula says one blue sandal and navy blue jacket were recovered at the scene
“Erongo police spokesperson senior inspector Hilma Shomongula says one blue sandal and a navy blue jacket were recovered at the scene.”
Police searching for missing swimmer at Swakop beachThe Namibian
Shomongula says the man was seen swimming alone before he got into trouble in the water
“Shomongula says the man was seen swimming alone before he got into trouble in the water.”
Police searching for missing swimmer at Swakop beachThe Namibian
Hilma Shomongula confirmed the incident as Erongo police spokesperson
“Erongo police spokesperson Hilma Shomongula confirmed the incident and said a suspect has been arrested.”
20-year-old killed in Swakopmund bar stabbingThe Namibian
Erongo police senior inspector Hilma Shomongula confirmed that Shinedima's body was found in the same area where he was suspected to have entered the sea
“Erongo police senior inspector Hilma Shomongula on Sunday confirmed that Shinedima's body was found in the same area where he was suspected to have entered the sea.”
Missing Tsumeb man’s body found offshoreThe Namibian
Hilma Shomongula says the incident occurred at around 15h00 on Tuesday
“Erongo police chief inspector Hilma Shomongula says the incident occurred at around 15h00 on Tuesday.”
Search launched after teen jumps into sea at Swakopmund JettyThe Namibian
Senior inspector Hilma Shomongula revealed Erongo police asked taxi drivers and bus operators to serve as informants against drug trafficking
“Senior inspector Hilma Shomongula revealed this during a public engagement meeting with transport operators yesterday, where police and drivers discussed crime and safety amid challenges facing the sector.”
Erongo police urge taxi and bus drivers to act as informants in fight against drug traffickingThe Namibian
Shomongula said police seized drugs valued at N$2.5 million between October 2025 and February 2026
“According to Shomongula, police seized drugs valued at N$2.5 million between October 2025 and February 2026.”
Erongo police urge taxi and bus drivers to act as informants in fight against drug traffickingThe Namibian
Senior Inspector Hilma Shomongula says the fire broke out in Kilimanjaro Street at 03h00
“Senior inspector Hilma Shomongula from the Erongo police says the fire broke out in Kilimanjaro Street at 03h00.”
Woman, niece die in Kuisebmond shack fireThe Namibian
Shomongula confirmed that Guidao-Oas and Guibes died
“Shomongula has confirmed that Guidao-Oas and Guibes died.”
Woman, niece die in Kuisebmond shack fireThe Namibian
Erongo police chief inspector Hilma Shomongula says victims screamed for help as suspects drove off
“Erongo police chief inspector Hilma Shomongula says the victims screamed for help as the suspects drove off.”
Tourists robbed at gunpoint at SwakopmundA man disappeared in the sea while swimming alone at a beach near Platz am Meer Mall at Swakopmund on Thursday. A rescue team was unable to locate him due to darkness, and the search is ongoing; authorities have appealed to the public to help identify the victim.
3 July 2026 · The Namibian →
A man disappeared in the sea while swimming alone at a beach near Platz am Meer Mall at Swakopmund on Thursday. A rescue team was unable to locate him due to darkness, and the search is ongoing; authorities have appealed to the public to help identify the victim.
3 July 2026 · The Namibian →
A 20-year-old man was stabbed following a dispute at a bar in Swakopmund's Mondesa area on Sunday and died at hospital. A 22-year-old suspect has been arrested and is expected to appear in court on a murder charge Wednesday.
29 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The body of Nafutal Shinedima, 37, who went missing on 27 May, was recovered from the ocean near Swakopmund on Sunday after a two-day search. His brother identified the body, which was found in the area where he was suspected to have entered the sea.
31 May 2026 · The Namibian →
A search operation was launched after a teenage boy, believed to be 17 to 18 years old, jumped into the sea at Swakopmund Jetty on Tuesday afternoon. An eyewitness saw him waving and smiling before disappearing beneath the waves; a backpack was found at the scene but the teenager's identity remains unknown.
1 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Erongo police have asked taxi and bus operators to serve as informants and join the police reservist programme to combat drug trafficking in the region. Police seized drugs valued at N$2.5 million between October 2025 and February 2026, and warned drivers that they may face legal consequences if found transporting illegal items unknowingly.
15 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Police Force in Erongo is searching for three women wanted in connection with fraud and money laundering involving N$280,410 in Swakopmund. The suspects are believed to be in Windhoek, and police are appealing for public assistance in locating them.
11 March 2026 · Informanté →
A woman aged 20 and her 2-year-old niece died in a shack fire in Kuisebmond on Tuesday morning. The fire destroyed six shacks and affected 14 people; police investigations are ongoing.
12 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Two Korean tourists were robbed at gunpoint at a Swakopmund hotel parking area on Thursday by four male suspects who fled with personal items including cash and travel documents. Police pursued the suspects, recovered most of the stolen goods, and arrested one suspect, with three others still at large.
24 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Alcohol consumption drove a wave of assaults, public fights and disorder across Erongo's townships and nightlife areas during the festive season, concentrated in Mondesa, DRC and Kuisebmond, according to regional police. Despite this, overall crime in the region declined 10% compared to the previous festive season, with robberies down 6%, assaults with intent to cause grievous bodily harm down 17%, and housebreaking and theft down 28%.
21 January 2026 · The Namibian →