Namibian constitution hailed as progressive

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The Namibian Constitution ranks among the world's most progressive supreme laws-safeguarding fundamental rights, freedoms, and the rule of law.

Katima Mulilo residents protest land sales

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A group of Katima Mulilo residents staged a demonstration and submitted a petition to the Katima Mulilo Town Council to formally object to the proposed sale and lease of land by them.

Minister Sankwasa proposes reform of Regional Councils Act

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The Minister of Urban and Rural Development, James Sankwasa, has proposed amendments to the Regional Councils Act to help improve the work of regional councils and address bad human resource systems, excessive political control, and slow decision-making.

Government halts official funerals pending review

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The government has announced a moratorium on official funerals.

This decision was made during the 11th cabinet meeting, held on Tuesday and chaired by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. 

Presidency responds to not signing Ekandjo bills

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President Nangolo Mbumba has withheld signing two private member's bills, the Definition of Spouses Bill and the Marriage Amendment Bill, citing constitutional concerns.

Keetmanshoop Municipality introduces Performance Management System

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The Keetmanshoop Municipality has introduced the Performance Management System (PMS) to monitor and enhance the overall efficiency of its staff.

The PMS's objective is to facilitate increased accountability, learning, and improvement as well as decision-making.

Gender and law report criticizes parliament on LGBTQ+ rights 

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Speakers at the launch of the gender and law report expressed the view that parliamentarians are either unaware of or forget key details in the constitution related to their responsibilities and decision-making, especially in regard to human rights, including those of the LGBTQ+ community.