The Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises has confirmed it has been briefed on the recent diamond robbery at Namib Desert Diamonds (NAMDIA) and the ongoing investigation.

Joel Angula (45), one of the suspects implicated in Saturday’s diamond heist, appeared before the Windhoek Magistrate’s Court today.

Angula faces multiple charges, including one count of murder, two counts of attempted murder, and possession of uncut rough diamonds.