Maria David FIVE men between the ages of 24 and 38 have been arrested after being found in possession of an unlicensed firearm on Wednesday. NamPol Head of Media Chief Inspector Elifas Kuwinga said that they were also charged with possession of housebreaking implements and attempted robbery. Kuwinga indicated that the five were apprehended around...
Unlicensed taxis and tour operators are becoming a threat to the cruise liner tourism industry at Walvis Bay and Swakopmund. Stakeholders report that tourists arriving via cruise ships frequently encounter disturbances from unauthorised operators competing for transportation and tour opportunities. Representatives from the passenger cruise liner industry and other relevant stakeholders met in Swakopmund to...
Erongo law enforcement officers on Monday evening arrested a 49-year-old Namibian man at a mini-shop at Okombahe for possessing illegal python skins and an unlicensed revolver. The arrest was a result of an intelligence-led operation, according to Erongo police spokesperson inspector Ileni Shapumba. “The person was found with two python skins, which he kept in...
The City of Windhoek has launched a blitz to rid the capital’s streets of illegal vendors. The vendors will be relocated to designated areas. City of Windhoek spokesperson Harold Akwenye yesterday said the police are removing vendors selling their goods along the streets and outside existing markets which have not been registered with the City...