The Popular Democratic Movement (PDM) has extended its appreciation to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, following the government's recent decision to recognise the Baster Gemeente Traditional Authority and the approval of Herbert Britz as its designated Kaptein.
Residents of Ward 10 at Grootberg say several senior traditional councillors of the |Gaio Daman Traditional Authority continue to serve despite their tenures having expired.
The community says this raises serious concerns about governance and compliance with the Traditional Authorities Act.
The Masubia Traditional Authority has installed Raphael Mbala as its Ngambela.
Ngambela Mbala is the former councillor of Kabbe South Constituency and a former teacher.
He replaced Albius Kamwi, who had served in the same position for 13 years.
The late Headman of Oshikoto's Onelago Village Sam Nepando was buried at Onamutene on Saturday.
Nepando was fatally shot to death a week ago following a land dispute.
Kabulabula villagers under the Masubia Traditional Authority have objected to the appointment of a new Induna, alleging that he was appointed without community consultation.
With the coronation of a traditional leader set for this Saturday, members of the !Aman Traditional Authority delivered a petition to the ||Kharas regional Governor Dawid Gertze on Thursday, demanding that the government stop the coronation of Daniel Frederick.
The Ju|'Hoansi Living Museum at Grasshoek, a settlement in the Tsumkwe Constituency, is still not recognised by the traditional leadership, despite having been in existence for 20 years.
The living museum is one of just two institutions of its kind.
Zeraeua Traditional Authority Chief Christian Manasse Zeraua has expressed hope that the legal framework training undertaken by his counsels and staff will equip them to address conflicts.
Zeraeua voiced this on the sidelines of a one-week workshop underway at Otjiwarongo.
A group of the |Hai-|Khaua clan members expressed discontent over the appointment and installation of the clan's deputy Gaob, citing a lack of consultation with the wider community.
The |Hai-|Khaua clan, a sub-tribe of the Nama people, has appointed a new deputy Gaob.
Senior traditional councillor of the |Hai-|Khaua Traditional Authority, Michael Haman, was installed into the position during a ceremony held at Berseba on Saturday.
