Lawyer Kadhila Amoomo has accused the government of misapplying the legal doctrine of ripeness in a case challenging the criminalization of cannabis.

Affirmative Repositioning Party Member of Parliament George Kambala had expressed concerns about the appointment process for leaders of the Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC). He says that the current process lacks transparency, which undermines the credibility of the commission.

Young people have gathered at the Captain Reverend Dr. Hendrik Witbooi Primary School in Gibeon, located in the Hardap Region, for the launch of the third round of TVET scholarship applications for youth from the Hardap and ||Kharas regions.

High Court Judge Philanda Christian has expressed frustration with the state’s attempts to delay court proceedings concerning the legalization of cannabis. The government requested additional time for the Law Reform and Development Commission (LRDC) to study and review the country’s drug laws.

As Namibia moves closer to becoming an oil-producing nation, Swapo Party MP Dr. Tobie Aupindi has raised concern about the country’s ability to meet the skills demands of the growing petroleum sector.