The Law Reform and Development Commission (LRDC), in conjunction with the Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund, wrapped up a nationwide series of public consultations on proposed amendments to the MVA Fund Act aimed at strengthening support for accident victims.

During the consultation, individuals highlighted issues such as the extension of loss benefits to individuals 18 years and older, compensation for the caregiver, the need for additional benefits after the benefit of N$1.5 million is depleted and the need to continue sustaining the victims after the incident.

 LRDC Chairperson Etuna Joshua said that the purpose of the consultations is to enhance and improve service delivery.

The Chief Legal Adviser at MVA Fund, Joelynn Kurz, said that consultations are to make the law more responsive to current issues, close legal gaps, clarify the claim process and provide more benefits to accident victims.

Contributions on the amendments are still welcome until the end of September.