Judge adjourns Amushelelo’s contempt case to this afternoon

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High Court Judge Anne-Doris Hans-Kaumbi has adjourned Michael Amushelelo's contempt of court case until this afternoon.

In court earlier, Amushelelo stated that he had only managed to raise approximately N$32,000, which he deemed insufficient to secure legal representation from his preferred lawyer.

Keetmanshoop magistrate faces misconduct allegations over conflict of interest

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A Keetmanshoop magistrate, Unchen Konjore, is facing allegations of malpractice after she allegedly presided over a maintenance case involving a person she had a romantic relationship with, a conflict of interest that has sparked accusations of judicial misconduct and abuse of power.

IPC rejects official opposition leader role

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The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has rejected the position of Leader of the Office of the Official Opposition in Parliament, saying the role is unconstitutional and without legal basis.

Woman sues government N$3.8 million for womb removal

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A Windhoek woman says she feels robbed of her womanhood after medical staff at the Ministry of Health and Social Services removed her womb without her consent.

Amalia Festus, a mother, is now suing the ministry for N$3.8 million.

Legal challenges threaten food supply in state schools

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The Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts, and Culture has given assurance that food supplies in state school hostels will last until next Tuesday, but uncertainty looms as the government currently has no dedicated supplier.

Land Reform Minister addressess |Khomanin on land issues

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The Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Land Reform, Mac Hengari has acknowledged the deep-rooted pain associated with land dispossession, saying that land is not just an economic asset but a crucial element of African cultural and spiritual identity.

Judge Ueitele declines to recuse himself in Amupanda’s Red Line case

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High Court Judge Shafimana Ueitele said he will not recuse himself from the case in which Professor Job Amupanda is challenging the legality of the veterinary Red Line. 

The judge’s decision comes after Amupanda made a slew of allegations against him, which were widely publicized.

Legal analyst calls for Electoral Act review

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Legal analyst Yarukeekuro Ndorokaze has called for a review of Namibia's Electoral Act following the Supreme Court's Friday ruling that both the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) and President Nangolo Mbumba acted lawfully in extending the election period.