Okakarara:Two individuals were reportedly attacked and killed by a group of men on Tuesday at Otjase village, approximately 40 kilometers east of Okakarara, due to a conflict over grazing land.

According to NAMPA, the Namibian Police Force head of community affairs in the Otjozondjupa Region, Senior Inspector Maureen Mbeha, confirmed the incident. The deceased, identified by their families, were Maximilian Katjimune, 40, and Mandume Musengua, 48. The alleged attack occurred between 300 PM and 430 PM on Tuesday.

The dispute over the grazing land had been ongoing, with a hearing scheduled by the traditional authority for Thursday, October 29, 2026. Mbeha stated that before the hearing, Katjimune and Musengua reportedly moved their cattle onto the contested land. A confrontation ensued when a 64-year-old man, accompanied by two younger men aged 20 and 22, allegedly attacked the deceased with sharp objects.

Both victims sustained severe injuries and were admitted to Okakarara State Hospital, where they later died. In connection with the incident, six suspects, including five men and one woman aged 20, 22, 27, 61, 64, and 66, have been arrested. They are expected to appear in the Okakarara Magistrate's Court this week.