Also known as: senior inspector Maureen Mbeha
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The Namibian
Maureen Mbeha said the incident took place at their family home when the deceased tried to stop his brother from attacking their sister
“Otjozondjupa head of community affairs senior inspector Maureen Mbeha yesterday said the incident took place at their family home when the deceased tried to stop his brother from attacking their sister.”
Man accused of stabbing brother to death at GrootfonteinNew Era
Senior Inspector Maureen Mbeha said the deceased was identified as Benjamin Rukero
“Namibian Police head of community affairs in Otjozondjupa, Senior Inspector Maureen Mbeha in a statement yesterday said the deceased was identified by his close relative on Monday as Benjamin Rukero.”
Crime BriefsNew Era
Senior Inspector Maureen Mbeha told Nampa the deceased has not yet been identified
“Namibian Police head of community affairs in the Otjozondjupa region, Senior Inspector Maureen Mbeha, told Nampa in an interview on Tuesday that the deceased has not yet been identified.”
Woman dies in collision near OtjiwarongoThe Namibian
Maureen Mbeha said in an interview family members identified the deceased man as David Garab
“The Namibian Police's head of community affairs in the Otjozondjupa region, senior inspector Maureen Mbeha, in an interview with Nampa on Saturday said family members of the man who died identified him as David Garab.”
Man dies in suspected suicide at OtjiwarongoThe Namibian
Maureen Mbeha said an autopsy is expected to be performed to determine the exact cause of death
“An autopsy is expected to be performed at Otjiwarongo State Hospital to determine the exact cause of Garab's death, Mbeha said.”
Man dies in suspected suicide at OtjiwarongoA 40-year-old Congolese national was arrested in connection with suspected stolen medicines from Otjiwarongo State Hospital found on shelves of a tuckshop in Orwetoveni. Police say the arrest stemmed from a physical confrontation with a former health assistant over profit-sharing from the sale of medicines, baby formula, and diapers allegedly smuggled from the hospital.
20 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A 40-year-old Congolese national was arrested in connection with suspected stolen medicines from Otjiwarongo State Hospital found on shelves of a tuckshop in Orwetoveni. Police say the arrest stemmed from a physical confrontation with a former health assistant over profit-sharing from the sale of medicines, baby formula, and diapers allegedly smuggled from the hospital.
20 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A delivery truck and 15-seater Quantum minibus collided head-on on the C33 outside Kalkfeld on Thursday evening, killing four people—three passengers in the minibus and one in the truck—with multiple others injured. Police say the truck's rear left tyre burst, causing the driver to lose control and swerve into the oncoming minibus.
12 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Two members of the Namibian Defence Force were found dead in suspected suicides on Thursday and Friday night at military bases in Otjiwarongo and Otavi in the Otjozondjupa region. Police said no suicide notes were found and investigations continue.
1 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Independent Patriots for Change condemned the fatal shooting of a 39-year-old man from Oshana region at Otjiwarongo, calling the killing a citizen with mental illness who needed medical attention. The party called for an independent investigation and the establishment of an independent police complaints authority, arguing police should not investigate their own conduct.
12 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Police arrested an Outjo resident after discovering mandrax and cannabis valued at N$259,100 inside a delivery truck on the Otjiwarongo-Outjo road. The 35-year-old suspect faces charges of possession and dealing in both substances and is expected to appear in Otjiwarongo Magistrate's Court this week.
22 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Three teachers from Tsaraxa-Aibes Primary School in Otjiwarongo died in a head-on collision on 19 March between Okahandja and Otjiwarongo after the driver of a sedan swerved to avoid guinea fowl. The deceased teachers—Veronika Hoaes, Aina Jonas, and Roseline Shikulo—were mourned at a community memorial service on Thursday, with families describing them as dedicated educators and devoted family members.
6 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The family of Diina Hamwaama (32), one of five people killed in a head-on motor accident between Okahandja and Otjiwarongo, discovered her death through a graphic video of the crash circulating on social media, six hours before police formally notified them. The family says they are traumatised by seeing her body in the video and are calling for respect for the dead and accountability from those who filmed and shared it.
27 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Five people died in a head-on collision between a VW Polo and a Ford Ranger near Okahandja last Thursday; three teachers from Otjiwarongo are feared among the victims. The Polo's driver allegedly swerved to avoid guinea fowls, crossing into the oncoming lane, and all five occupants were burnt beyond recognition. The Ford Ranger's driver was rescued and admitted to hospital with serious injuries.
24 March 2026 · New Era →
Five people died in a collision between a grey sedan and a double cab bakkie on Thursday evening after the sedan swerved to avoid guinea fowls on the road. Both vehicles caught fire on impact; the bakkie driver was rescued with serious injuries, while all occupants in the sedan burned beyond recognition.
20 March 2026 · The Namibian →
A 58-year-old Grootfontein resident has been arrested for assault by threatening and conspiracy to commit murder after Kristiana Erastus, a control prosecutor, received threatening notes warning her not to let an "Ondangwa incident repeat itself." The arrest follows the death on Saturday of Ondangwa state prosecutor Justine Shiweda, who was shot and had acid thrown at her during an attack in October 2025.
13 February 2026 · Informanté →
A 25-year-old man was fatally stabbed in the right shoulder by his 21-year-old brother at Kap n Bou informal settlement after intervening to stop the younger brother from attacking their sister. The suspect was arrested on a murder charge and is expected to appear in court this week.
5 February 2026 · The Namibian →
New Era reports on several incidents: a hit-and-run in Katima involving a pedestrian struck by a truck; a fatal head-on collision near Omuthiya and a separate pedestrian injury; a robbery at a bar in Onethindi where N$14,745 and a jackpot machine were stolen; and a fatal stabbing in Okahandja. Police investigations are ongoing in all cases and public assistance is being sought.
14 January 2026 · New Era →
A 24-year-old woman died instantly on Monday night in a collision between a minibus and a sedan on the Otjiwarongo–Okahandja B1 road, about 15 kilometres south of Otjiwarongo. The minibus driver lost control and the vehicle overturned several times; one other occupant was seriously injured.
8 January 2026 · New Era →