Namibia: Experts warn of rising Namibian police brutality, erosion of trust – News

Namibia: Experts warn of rising Namibian police brutality, erosion of trust – News

Africa Links 24 with Tracy Tafirenyika
Published on 2025-05-15 17:00:00

Experts have raised concerns about reportedly inhumane and disrespectful treatment of the public by members of the Namibian Police, stating that it has led to a significant erosion of trust.

According to sociologist Ellison Tjirera, police officers no longer serve their purpose.

“Members of the public have no trust in the police. Sometimes the way police officers speak to members of the public is disrespectful, and you get the sense that maybe their duty is not really to serve and…

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