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Namibian Police Force

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Namibia's national law enforcement agency, investigating crimes including dismembered body cases and conducting police training recruitment.

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August 2026
20 AugWindhoek Observer
Namibian Police Force warned those possessing unlicensed firearms after amnesty will face prosecution
Source
“the Namibian Police Force warning that those who continue to possess unlicensed firearms and related materials after the amnesty will face prosecution.”
Iipumbu gives illegal gun owners 30 days to surrender weapons
19 AugInformanté
Namibian Police Force recorded 20 murders and 261 armed robberies between September 2025 and June 2026
Source
“A TOTAL of 20 cases of murder were recorded countrywide between September 2025 and June 2026, while 261 cases of robbery with aggravating circumstances were recorded during the same period.”
20 murders and over 260 armed robberies recorded between September 2025 and June 2026
17 AugNew Era
Namibian Police Force launched Integrated Road Safety Operation
Source
“The statistics were revealed by Acting Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, Major General Anna-Marie Nainda, during the launch of the Integrated Road Safety Operation at the Okapuka Road Traffic Checkpoint last week.”
279 lives lost, 1 747 crashes this year …police launch integrated road safety operation
14 AugWindhoek Observer
Namibian Police Force deployed a helicopter for aerial observation
Source
“A helicopter was deployed for aerial observation, while scanning equipment was used to search the rock crevices along the shoreline.”
Search for missing teenager continues in Swakopmund
14 AugWindhoek Observer
Namibian Police Force said search will continue with unwavering determination
Source
“NAMPOL said it understands the distress being experienced by Bezuidenhoudt's family and has assured them and the public that the search will continue with "unwavering determination", with police members remaining on the ground.”
Search for missing teenager continues in Swakopmund
13 AugInformanté
Namibian Police Force confirmed details of the crash and opened case of culpable homicide
Source
“According to the Namibian Police Force, a 42-year-old Namibian man, identified as Moses Shidalwa Nailenge, was driving a truck from Arandis towards Usakos when he allegedly collided with the rear of another truck travelling in the same direction.”
B2 crash claims one life, leaves driver seriously injured
13 AugWindhoek Observer
Three members of the Namibian Police Force allegedly beat, strangled and dragged Martin during an attempted arrest
Source
“Martin alleges that three members of the Namibian Police Force arrived and attempted to arrest her but instead subjected her to a violent assault.”
Woman alleges police brutality led to miscarriage
13 AugWindhoek Observer
Namibian Police Force (Nampol) intensified traffic enforcement across the country after 279 people were killed in road crashes between 1 January and 9 August 2026
Source
“The Namibian Police Force (Nampol) has intensified traffic enforcement across the country after 279 people were killed in 1 747 road crashes between 1 January and 9 August 2026, as authorities brace for increased traffic during the school holiday and Heroes' Day period.”
Police put B1, B2 under holiday road safety spotlight
13 AugWindhoek Observer
Nampol launched an operation which will run from 12 August to 10 September with focus on B1 and B2 national road corridors
Source
“Nampol has launched the operation, which will run from 12 August to 10 September, with particular focus on the B1 and B2 national road corridors.”
Police put B1, B2 under holiday road safety spotlight
12 AugInformanté
NamPol launched Integrated Road Safety Operation for Second Trimester School Holiday and Heroes' Day Commemoration
Source
“She made these remarks during the recent launch of NamPol's Integrated Road Safety Operation for the Second Trimester School Holiday and Heroes' Day Commemoration.”
More than 1 700 road crashes recorded between January and August 2026

Society

IPC MP demands answers on unsolved 2022 pensioner murder case

The News

IPC member of parliament Lucia Mbuti has submitted questions to the home affairs minister seeking clarity on the investigation into the December 2022 rape and murder of 80-year-old Elina Samuel in Oshikoto Region, which remains unsolved nearly four years later. Mbuti has asked about forensic resources deployed, the status of DNA analysis, and alleged poor communication between police and the victim's family.

20 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →

Yesterday

IPC MP demands answers on unsolved 2022 pensioner murder case
IPC member of parliament Lucia Mbuti has submitted questions to the home affairs minister seeking clarity on the investigation into the December 2022 rape and murder of 80-year-old Elina Samuel in Oshikoto Region, which remains unsolved nearly four years later. Mbuti has asked about forensic resources deployed, the status of DNA analysis, and alleged poor communication between police and the victim's family.
20 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →

Friday 16 October

IPC demands action over N$14m stock discrepancies in ministry
The Independent Patriots for Change has called for disciplinary action against officials responsible for financial irregularities at the ministry of home affairs, immigration, safety and security, following an Auditor-General's report that flagged N$14.11 million in stock discrepancies across the ministry (N$10.09 million) and Namibian Police Force (N$4.02 million).
16 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
IPC demands discipline over ministry financial irregularities
The Independent Patriots for Change has called for disciplinary action against officials responsible for N$14.11 million in stock discrepancies at the ministry of home affairs, immigration, safety and security, according to an Auditor-General's report covering the financial year ended 31 March 2025.
16 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
NamPol releases shortlist for basic police training programme
The Namibian Police Force has published the list of shortlisted candidates for Basic Police Training on its website, with training set to begin on 1 November 2026. NamPol warned applicants against fraudsters claiming to guarantee recruitment placement.
16 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 14 October

DNA identifies dismembered woman found near Windhoek
The dismembered body found in a riverbed along the Daan Viljoen road outside Windhoek has been identified as 27-year-old Danelize Madjiedt, who was reported missing on 30 August 2026. DNA testing confirmed the identification on 12 October, and police say persons of interest are undergoing investigation while searches for remaining body parts continue.
14 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 8 October

Dismembered body found in Daan Viljoen area
The Namibian Police Force is appealing for public information following the discovery of a dismembered body of a middle-aged woman in a riverbed in the Daan Viljoen area outside Windhoek on 5 October 2026. The body is undergoing forensic examination to identify the deceased and determine the circumstances of death.
8 October 2026 · Informanté →
Police appeal for information on Daan Viljoen dismembered body
The Namibian Police Force has appealed to the public for information following the discovery of a dismembered body of a middle-aged woman in a riverbed in the Daan Viljoen area on 5 October 2026. The body has been sent for forensic examination to help identify the deceased and determine the circumstances of her death.
8 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Dismembered body discovered in Daan Viljoen riverbed
Police are investigating after a dismembered body of a middle-aged woman was found in a riverbed in the Daan Viljoen area outside Windhoek on 5 October 2026. The woman has not yet been identified; her remains have been sent for forensic examination.
8 October 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Wednesday 7 October

NASCAM enforces music licensing with regional inspectors
The Namibian Society of Composers and Authors of Music (NASCAM) announced it is tightening enforcement of copyrighted music licensing requirements, working with police and deploying seven field inspectors across regions. Failure to obtain a licence for public performance, broadcast or play of copyrighted music can result in fines of N$12,000 or up to three years in prison, or N$20,000 or up to five years in prison depending on the offence.
7 October 2026 · Namibian Sun →

Thursday 1 October

//Kharas Governor calls for stronger child protection measures
//Kharas Governor Dawid Gertze has urged parents, schools, traditional leaders and communities to strengthen child protection and create safe homes, schools and communities where children can learn and develop without violence, abuse or trauma. Speaking at Day of the Namibian Child celebrations in Oranjemund, Gertze said child protection was a shared responsibility requiring cooperation between families, schools, communities, law enforcement, social workers and civil society.
1 October 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 30 September

NCS awards 989 long service medals to correctional officers
The Namibian Correctional Service recognised 989 correctional officers for long and dedicated service at a Long Service Medal Parade held at the Windhoek Correctional Facility. The medals comprise 58 Gold (30+ years service), 295 Silver (20+ years), and 636 Bronze (10+ years), with 300 conferred at Thursday's ceremony and the remainder to be presented at various institutions.
30 September 2026 · Informanté →
Traffic fine amnesty extended two months to November
The judiciary and Namibian Police Force have extended the amnesty period for motorists with outstanding traffic admission of guilt fines to 30 November 2026, originally set to end on 30 September 2026, following overwhelming requests from affected motorists. Motorists can settle fines in person at relevant courts or via electronic funds transfer.
30 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 29 September

Ministry resolves 977 labour complaints in first quarter 2026/27
The Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations received 1,103 labour complaints during the first quarter of 2026/27, with workers raising concerns chiefly about overtime payments, minimum wages, remuneration, and unlawful deductions. Of these complaints, 977 were resolved and 126 referred to the Office of the Labour Commissioner; enforcement action recovered N$1.39 million for affected employees.
29 September 2026 · New Era →

Monday 28 September

Man stabbed to death in Otjomuise argument
A Namibian man was allegedly stabbed to death during an argument with a known suspect in Otjomuise early Saturday morning on Frankfurt Street. The suspect fled the scene; no arrest has been made and police investigation continues.
28 September 2026 · Informanté →

Sunday 27 September

Multiple break-ins reported across Namibia over weekend
Several housebreaking incidents were reported across Namibia over the weekend, with properties including homes, a bar, a school and a lodge targeted. Stolen items included electronic devices, cash and personal belongings, with no arrests made in any of the reported cases.
27 September 2026 · Informanté →
Three arrested for alleged stock theft in Aranos District
Three suspects aged between 25 and 27 were arrested after allegedly trespassing on a farm in Aranos District, catching three sheep, tying their legs with wire, and attempting to throw them over a fence before fleeing when the complainant approached. The three stolen sheep were recovered.
27 September 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 25 September

Chinese mining firm Xinfeng sues over Uis site lockout
Chinese-owned Xinfeng Mining and its Namibian partner Long Fire Investments have filed an urgent High Court application against the Minister of Home Affairs and police officers, seeking restoration of possession of a lithium beneficiation plant and containers in Uis from which they were locked out on 10 September by the Namibian Police Force. The company claims the locking occurred without court order or statutory authority and that a warrant used to seize mining equipment was applied beyond its terms.
25 September 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 22 September

Namibia faces 330-position shortage in regional social work
Namibia has 330 vacant regional social worker positions out of 807 approved posts, with only 477 filled. Minister Emma Kantema attributed the shortfall to limited availability of qualified graduates and a preference among social workers for urban over rural postings, leaving remote areas underserved.
22 September 2026 · New Era →

Monday 21 September

Father and son drown in hippo attack near Ikaba
A father and son, believed to be Zambian nationals, drowned after a hippopotamus attacked and overturned their canoe while they were crossing a channel near Ikaba in the Zambezi region on Friday. A woman and two children in the family survived, and authorities are considering putting down the hippo involved.
21 September 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 20 September

Gender ministry has filled 23 of 55 social worker positions
The Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare has filled only 23 of 55 social worker positions targeted for recruitment during the 2025/2026 financial year, despite an allocation of over N$19 million. The shortage stems from limited availability of qualified social work graduates and the preference of available social workers for urban placements, leaving rural areas underserved.
20 September 2026 · Informanté →

Saturday 19 September

NAMPOL warns of fraudulent traffic fine payment website scam
The Namibian Police Force has warned the public about a phishing scam using a fake website circulated via SMS, WhatsApp and social media claiming to collect traffic fine payments during an ongoing amnesty. The fraudulent link is designed to steal banking information, card details and one-time passwords; NAMPOL does not use such links or the .sbs domain for payment collection.
19 September 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 17 September

Windhoek residents plan protest over serviced land delivery
Activists have notified police of a planned peaceful protest at City of Windhoek offices on 26 September 2026, with residents and ratepayers raising concerns about inadequate delivery of serviced residential land, informal settlements, municipal finances, roads, refuse collection, sanitation, and various fees.
17 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibian Police Force secures NQF Level 5 accreditation
The Namibian Police Force has secured accreditation for its basic police training programme at National Qualifications Framework Level 5, following 17 years of curriculum development and review. The new accredited Police Basic Course runs for 12 months with 11 core modules, expanding from the previous six-month, six-module programme.
17 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 8 September

Ohangwena records highest gender-based violence cases nationally
Namibia recorded 6,304 gender-based violence cases during the 2025/26 financial year, with Ohangwena accounting for 654 cases—the highest of any region—according to statistics released by Acting Namibia Police Inspector General Major General Anne-Marie Nainda. The country has recorded over 6,000 GBV cases annually for the past three financial years.
8 September 2026 · New Era →

Saturday 5 September

Minors created roadblock near Usakos to solicit food and money
Nampol in Usakos clarified that a roadblock on the gravel road between Usakos and Henties Bay was created by minors seeking attention from passing motorists and tourists to ask for food and money, not for robbery. The minors were warned in the presence of their parents, and police confirmed the road remains safe to use.
5 September 2026 · Informanté →

Thursday 3 September

Parliament clarifies Speaker's security arrangements and funding
The National Assembly has clarified that police officers assigned to Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila are members of the Namibian Police Force deployed and controlled by police authorities, not recruited or employed by the Speaker or parliament. Their salaries are paid through the police establishment, and any assembly expenditure for official travel follows state finance procedures and does not create an employment relationship.
3 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Sunday 30 August

Three men found dead in separate weekend incidents
The Namibian Police Force reported the discovery of three lifeless bodies in different parts of the country over the weekend: a 48-year-old man found near the railway line in Walvis Bay with no visible injuries, a 22-year-old man found beside a road in Windhoek who succumbed to his injuries, and a 25-year-old man found near Otjiwanda Mall in Grootfontein.
30 August 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 28 August

Social activist seeks police help locating missing hunter
Social justice activist Shaun Gariseb has called for renewed efforts to locate 36-year-old Siegfried Muyanga Nanub, who has been missing for more than four months following a hunting trip in the Ovitoto area. Gariseb has informed Sheriff Marshal Sean Naude and written to the Acting Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, requesting assistance if the police are unable to deploy K9 units and a helicopter.
28 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Friday 21 August

487 exhibitors gather for 25th Ongwediva Trade Fair
The 25th Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair opens with 487 exhibitors, including 36 international participants from seven African countries. The milestone event is expected to draw visitors and businesses, with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah officiating the official opening on Sunday, 23 August.
21 August 2026 · Informanté →
Human skeletal remains found in rural Windhoek
The Namibian Police Force discovered human skeletal remains in the Satanslog area west of Windhoek on 20 August 2026, believed to be those of Beautus Tuna Kashanu Iiyambo, a 26-year-old man from Omusati Region who went missing on 12 January after arriving in Windhoek to work as a kapana seller. Several items including identification documents and financial cards bearing his name were recovered at the scene.
21 August 2026 · Informanté →