The Mineworkers Union of Namibia branch in Oranjemund is demanding that NAMDEB recognise Liana Festus as its elected Branch Chairperson after she secured 510 votes in the August elections.

NAMDEB's refusal to recognise Festus has prompted the union to challenge the decision.

Minister of Justice and Labour Relations Wise Immanuel acknowledged that there are delays in the finalisation of estates at the master's office.

This follows a concern raised by Swapo Party MP, Sharonice Busch, regarding a continuous backlog in the finalisation of estates at the master's office.