The Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security, Dr. Albert Kawana, has introduced a new bill aimed at regulating the solemnization of marriages and addressing the validation and recognition of certain marriages.

This bill seeks to clarify and reform Namibia's marriage laws in light of recent judicial rulings.

The bill aims to provide clear definitions and regulations regarding the solemnization of marriages, with a particular focus on validating and recognizing marriages according to Namibian cultural and legal principles.

Members of Parliament in the National Council are calling for swift endorsement of both the High Court Amendment Bill and the Magistrates Court Amendment Bill.

This appeal is driven by the need to shield the public from the prospect of home forfeitures, a pressing concern exacerbated by provisions within the existing High Court Act 16 of 1990.