The Namibian Police (NamPol) Force in the Omusati Region has arrested a 36-year-old man after he reportedly stabbed to death his 41-year-old cousin.

A Tsumeb-based pastor, Junias Nghitewapo, is making a heartfelt plea to the nation to help track his missing brother. 

Kornelius Nghitewapo, 42, also known as Kolele, was employed as a police officer based at the Oshakati police station and was last seen a year ago.

Police in the Zambezi region have raised concerns over a surge in vehicle scams, with five cases recorded in just three months.

A 45-year-old man was arrested on stock theft charges after he was caught with 14 stolen Bonsmara studs from Farm Omantumba in the Hochfeld area of Okahandja District, Otjozondjupa Region.

The cattle are valued at N$426,000.