Standard Bank Namibia has provided specialised training to the Namibian Police Force (NAMPOL) to improve the investigation of digital fraud, as part of its activities for International Fraud Awareness Week 2025.
The bank said the training is aimed at strengthening Namibia’s ability to respond to cyber-enabled crime, which has increased alongside the growth of online banking, mobile payments and e-commerce.
According to Standard Bank, its fraud and compliance experts trained officers on how to investigate phishing, identity theft, account takeovers and card fraud. The training included practical guidance on tracing digital footprints, analysing transaction data and preserving electronic evidence for prosecution.
Head of Compliance at Standard Bank Namibia, Roxzaan Witbooi, said cooperation with law enforcement is essential in combating financial crime.
“By working hand-in-hand with NAMPOL, we’re strengthening Namibia’s frontline defence against digital crime and ensuring that investigators are empowered with the knowledge and tools to act swiftly and effectively,” she said.
Standard Bank said the training also addressed collaboration frameworks between banks and police to improve response times and investigation outcomes.
The bank stated it remains committed to protecting consumers and supporting a fraud-resilient financial system in Namibia.
