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24 April 2026
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Law enforcement agency conducting patrols, drug seizures, tourism safety initiatives, and firearm confiscations across Namibia.

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Police urge caution and vigilance during Easter long weekend

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The Namibian Police have issued a nationwide advisory for the Easter long weekend (3–6 April 2026), warning of increased criminal activity and road incidents during the period. The force will intensify patrols and roadblocks, and urges the public to remain vigilant against property crime, fraud, and road hazards.

3 April 2026 · Informanté

Friday 3 April

  1. Police urge caution and vigilance during Easter long weekend

    The Namibian Police have issued a nationwide advisory for the Easter long weekend (3–6 April 2026), warning of increased criminal activity and road incidents during the period. The force will intensify patrols and roadblocks, and urges the public to remain vigilant against property crime, fraud, and road hazards.

    3 April 2026 · Informanté

Thursday 2 April

  1. Police intensify patrols during Easter long weekend

    Namibian Police will increase patrols, crime prevention operations and roadblocks from 3–6 April during the Easter period, when criminal activities typically rise and traffic volumes increase. The national police spokesperson urged the public to remain vigilant against theft and fraud, and cautioned drivers to follow road safety rules.

    2 April 2026 · The Namibian

  2. Another drug smuggling attempt foiled at Oshakati police cells

    A 24-year-old man from Uupindi informal settlement was arrested while attempting to smuggle cannabis and cigarettes into Oshakati police holding cells hidden in a container of meat. The Oshana Region police commander warned that new detection strategies have been implemented and anyone attempting smuggling will be arrested.

    2 April 2026 · Informanté

  3. Family sues health ministry over mortuary negligence in Okahandja

    Joel Tjombe is suing the Ministry of Health and Social Services and two other government entities for negligence after his mother's body decomposed in a faulty state mortuary in Okahandja. The family, which initially demanded N$20 million, has revised its claim to N$350,000 for emotional and psychological trauma caused by the mishandling of the deceased's remains.

    2 April 2026 · Informanté

  4. Two women missing after boarding long-haul taxis

    A 16-year-old girl from Mariental and a 23-year-old woman from Otjiwarongo have gone missing after boarding long-haul taxis in separate incidents on 31 March and 30 March respectively. Their families are appealing for public assistance in locating them.

    2 April 2026 · Informanté

Monday 30 March

  1. Police investigate wave of burglaries across Namibian towns

    The Namibian Police are investigating multiple housebreaking and theft incidents across several towns nationwide over the past weekend, including a hostage situation in Windhoek where suspects tied up a resident and stole electronics and personal items. No arrests or recoveries have been made so far, and authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant.

    30 March 2026 · Informanté

  2. Light aircraft crashes near Aus; two on board

    A light aircraft crashed approximately 30 km from Aus this morning around 11:00, according to Kharas Police Deputy Commissioner Nicodemus Mbango. Police are tracing the next of kin of the two persons on board and establishing their nationality.

    30 March 2026 · Informanté

Saturday 28 March

  1. Former goalkeeper Martin Haikali becomes renowned Namibian boxer

    Martin 'Black Poison' Haikali quit football to become one of Namibia's finest boxers, winning two African titles and qualifying for the Olympics before moving up weight classes. The retired champion, who now works in the Namibian Police, holds an impressive record but remains disappointed he never won a Commonwealth title.

    28 March 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 26 March

  1. Speaker honours liberation struggle on Namibia's 36th independence day

    At celebrations in Nkurenkuru, Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila commemorated Namibia's independence and the sacrifices of liberation heroes, while calling for renewed focus on socio-economic transformation, agricultural development, and inclusive growth to fulfil the vision of Vision 2030.

    26 March 2026 · The Namibian

  2. Cran rejects Starlink licence application citing ownership and compliance failures

    The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia rejected Starlink's application for an operating licence after the company failed three of six required criteria, including local ownership requirements (51% local stake), regulatory compliance, and legal standards. Cran found that Starlink is entirely foreign-owned, had previously operated without a valid licence, and ignored compliance concerns raised by the authority.

    26 March 2026 · The Namibian

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