Selestine Shilongo (41) was allegedly murdered by her lover at Havana in Windhoek on Monday.
The incident was confirmed by Khomas police spokesperson Silas Shipandeni, who said a 41-year-old suspect has been arrested.
The suspect allegedly stabbed Shilongo three times in the back with a kitchen knife, Shipandeni said.
He said Shilongo lost her life due to her injuries and was pronounced dead by City of Windhoek paramedics.
The couple had a relationship characterised by violence, and the murder weapon has been recovered, Shipandeni said.
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