Legislative reform and the development of policies that better address the rights of individuals with disabilities in Namibia are urgently needed.

One issue that requires closer attention is the protection of the rights of individuals with disabilities within the criminal justice system.

The National Disability Council of Namibia has launched a review report on the national, regional, and international developments regarding the rights of individuals with disabilities in the Namibian context.

The National Disability Council of Namibia is calling for an end to discrimination against people with disabilities.

The council this week launched its new logo during the commemoration of National Disability Day at Otjiwarongo.

The commemoration of National Disability Day began with the African Union Commission's 35th session on its 'Continental Plan of Action for the African Decade Plan of Persons with Disabilities'.

It is meant to increase awareness and understanding of disability issues.

The National Disability Council of Namibia's Chief Executive Officer has called on the public to participate in the ongoing discussions around the Persons with Disabilities Bill.

The National Disability Council of Namibia is consulting with people with disabilities from the Erongo, Otjozondjupa, and Kunene regions.

Participants, who gathered at Swakopmund, are giving their contribution to the development of a disability bill as well as to the National Policy on Disability.