By Kaleb Nghishidivali
Nkurenkuru, July 27 – The Namasira Police charge office, a project costing over N$1 million, was officially opened yesterday in the Kavango West Region.
Situated 75 kilometers west of Nkurenkuru town, the Namasira police station shares borders with the Kavango West and Ohangwena regions.
During the inauguration, Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security (MHASS) Alterbt Kawana emphasized that the establishment of such infrastructure exemplifies the government’s unwavering commitment to enhancing safety and security throughout the nation.
Kawana recounted his visit to the area last year to assess the situation after the police officers’ living quarters were destroyed by heavy rains in December 2021.
In 2022, Kawana assured the officers at Namasira that the government would construct decent and prefabricated barracks for them, a promise that has now been fulfilled.
Earlier this year, the minister handed over newly-constructed pre-fabricated accommodation facilities, costing taxpayers about N$4.1 million. These facilities include three blocks of barracks for officers (comprising 15 rooms), a kitchen, and ablution facilities.
The police office structure features a charge office with two offices, an armory room, and a leisure space with a veranda and a concrete table with seating.
The site was handed over to the contractor on May 26, 2023, and the construction was completed on July 14, 2023, with a total cost of N$1,080,900.92.
“I am delighted to be back here after our previous visit in January 2023 for the inauguration of the Namasira Police Barracks. This demonstrates the Government’s dedication to the wellbeing of our men and women in uniform,” said Kawana.
He further emphasized that the availability of this facility will bring policing services, such as crime prevention, investigation, and maintenance of law and order, closer to the people. Kawana expressed hope that the Kavango West Police would adopt a community-based and problem-oriented policing strategy to fulfill the fundamental mission of the Namibian Police Force.
The minister assured that the government will continue to provide the necessary infrastructure and staff. He called on all Namibians to actively participate in specific policing programs aimed at ensuring safety and security in their local communities, while also ensuring the preservation of these facilities for future generations. – Namibia Daily News
