Namdeb Diamond Corporation has filed a defamation lawsuit against the Landless Peoples Movement (LPM) in the High Court before Judge Gabriel Oosthuizen.

According to the court documents, Namdeb, represented by Raywood Rukoro of Lorentz Angula Incorporated, is seeking that LPM be interdicted from making or publishing alleged untrue and defamatory statements about Namdeb, its directors, senior management, and employees.

The statements in question allegedly accuse Namdeb of criminal activities, including theft, fraud, and corruption, as well as unethical behaviour.

The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) has taken legal action against the Namibian government and Russian billionaire Rashid Sardarov's company, Comsar SA, challenging a 99-year lease agreement on four farms in the Dordabis area.

Judge Orben Sibeya reserved his judgement for August 15, 2024.

In 2018, Comsar SA intended to purchase four commercial farms in the Dordabis area from private owners, although the law did not allow for such an arrangement.

In a landmark ruling, the Namibian Supreme Court delivered a verdict on a contentious land acquisition case, overturning parts of a High Court judgement. 
 
The case involved the transfer of shares and a lease agreement for Farm Eengezind No. 97, located in the District of Okahandja, between a Namibian and a foreign investor.

The case centred on the acquisition of shares in Weissdorn, a company that owns Farm Eengezind No. 97 in the Okahandja District. 

In a recent judgement, the Namibian Supreme Court upheld the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) to impose regulatory levies on telecommunication service providers. 

The court ruled that CRAN's power to levy fees is subject to sufficient checks and balances, ensuring that the levies are not arbitrary or unconstitutional. 

This decision has significant implications for the telecommunications sector in Namibia.

Namibia Breweries has reported a 15% increase in net revenue, reaching N$2.1 billion, despite facing economic pressures, including high inflation and sluggish GDP growth. 

The growth is attributed to successful portfolio integration and strategic pricing following the NBL takeover by Heineken.

Operational costs rose by 21.9%, mainly due to new portfolio integration and once-off expenses. 

However, the company says it remains committed to sustainability goals, aiming for zero carbon emissions by 2030 and promoting responsible consumption.

A range of promotions have been announced by the Namibian Police.

Police Inspector General Joseph Shikongo made the announcement in Windhoek on Wednesday, elevating several senior officers to higher ranks and assigning them to key positions. 

These promotions come with added responsibilities and are aimed at ensuring quality policing services for the people of Namibia.

One of the notable promotions is that of Deputy Commissioner Petrus Swartz, who has been promoted to the rank of Commissioner and appointed as the head of the Traffic Law Enforcement Directorate. 

The High Court in Windhoek is set to hear arguments on Friday regarding the recusal of Zimbabwean Judge Moses Chinhengo from the ongoing Fishrot trial. 

Nigel van Wyk, a key figure in the scandal, is seeking the judge's recusal, alleging bias and fears of not receiving a fair trial.

Van Wyk's lawyer, Mbanga Siyomunji, filed the notice of motion with the court, highlighting instances where they believe the judge showed bias and violated their constitutional rights. 

An alliance of political parties and civic organisations has been launched in support of independent presidential candidate Ally Angula for the 2024 presidential elections.

Thus far, the alliance consists of four parties and civic organisations advocating for a government of national unity, and political parties with an interest have 14 days to apply to join the alliance. 

2024 is a significant year in the political landscape of Namibia, as Namibians will be going to the polls for the National Assembly and presidential election. 

The judiciary says it won't get involved in informal discussions on presidential succession.

The Office of the Judiciary has issued a statement regarding the ongoing public discourse on the presidential succession following the passing of President Dr. Hage G. Geingob. 

There have been ongoing mixed or diverse views by legal personalities and the public general on whether the president, Dr. Nangolo Mbumba, ascended to power in compliance with the constitution, whether he is empowered to make decisions, and whether he is acting or substantive president.

President Hage Geingob's legacy is deeply intertwined with the country's constitutional development, from the drafting of the constitutions to their adoption and subsequent amendments.

Compromises had to be made out of divergent positions on governance and the economic system.

Dr. Geingob, with his diplomatic finesse and visionary leadership, steered the Constituent Assembly through these heated debates, ensuring that the divergent views were heard and considered.

One of the main points of contention was the type of government Namibia should adopt.