Judiciary

Judiciary Rejects Amupanda’s Transparency Claims

The Judiciary has dismissed allegations by activist and politician Dr. Job Amupanda regarding a lack of transparency in appointing a second Deputy Judge-President. In a statement, it denounced the misinformation circulating on social media, emphasizing that such claims undermine its integrity and impartiality.Vikitoria Hango is the Deputy Director of Public Relations at the Office of the Judiciary:

26 February, 2025 58

Namibia

Judiciary dismisses Amupanda’s claims on Deputy Judge-President appointment

Supreme Court of Namibia The Judiciary has dismissed allegations by activist and politician Dr. Job Amupanda, who claimed a lack of transparency in the appointment of a second Deputy Judge-President. In a statement, the Judiciary rejected what it described as misinformation circulating on social media, stressing that such claims undermine its integrity and impartiality. Deputy Director of Public Relations at the Office of the Judiciary, Vikitoria Hango, reaffirmed the institution’s […]

25 February, 2025 46

Namibia

Amupanda Files Complaint Against Judge for Misconduct

Activist Job Amupanda has filed a complaint with the Judicial Service Commission against Judge Ueitele Shafimana, accusing him of gross misconduct in the red line case. Amupanda claims the judge violated his Article 21 rights by compelling him and his counsel to testify after requesting Shafimana's recusal. In a report by One Africa Tv NewsOnOne's reporter Ellen SHihepo, he also criticized the judge for exhibiting a hostile tone, making […]

6 February, 2025 63

Namibia

Kadhila Aamoomo requests recusal of presiding judge in Red Line case

The "Red Line" in 1966 By: Ellen Shihepo Lawyers representing Affirmative Repositioning (AR) leader Job Amupanda have announced plans to request the recusal of presiding judge, Justice Uitele Shafimana, from the Red Line case. Justice Uitele directed Kadhila Aamoomo to secure legal representation and return to court at 14:30 today to provide testimony regarding the recusal request. The Red Line case, initiated by Amupanda, challenges the constitutionality of the […]

21 January, 2025 37

Business / Economics

Moody’s affirms South Africa’s Ba2 rating with a stable outlook

Moody's has affirmed South Africa's long-term debt ratings at "Ba2" with a stable outlook. The agency cited the country's strong institutions, like the judiciary and central bank, as credit strengths. However, persistent inequalities continue to hinder reforms and pose social risks, according to Moody's.

4 December, 2024 27

Africa

Zambia’s Hichilema fires judges over alleged misconduct

Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has fired three top judges he had previously suspended for alleged judicial misconduct, pushing further accusations of political interference in the judiciary. According to the BBC, these judges were involved in a 2016 presidential petition where they dismissed Hichilema's challenge to former President Edgar Lungu's election victory. They also participated in a contentious ruling that allowed Lungu to run in the 2021 elections, despite his having […]

22 October, 2024 30

Namibia

Gobabis court fire raises safety concerns

The Magistrates and Judges Association of Namibia has voiced serious concerns regarding the safety and security of judicial officers after an alarming arson attack on the Gobabis Magistrate’s Court. This incident, which occurred on 1 October 2024, involved an unknown individual setting fire to the public prosecutor’s office. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but the fire resulted in significant damage to the office, highlighting the vulnerability of judicial facilities. In […]

3 October, 2024 66

Africa

Zambia’s President suspends three Constitutional Court Judges

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema suspended three Constitutional Court judges immediately, his office announced Monday, without providing the reasons. According to the Zambian Observer, the decision follows recommendations from a report submitted by the Judicial Complaints Commission. The three judges were appointed by Hichilema’s predecessor Edgar Lungu in 2016.

24 September, 2024 38

Africa

Lesotho needs constitutional reforms to help gain political stability – but the latest attempt is flawed

By Hoolo 'Nyane, University of Limpopo Lesotho, a small country landlocked by South Africa, has been struggling to make constitutional reforms since the advent of coalition politics in 2012. It needs the reforms to address political instability which has been a feature of the country for more than five decades. The judiciary, security agencies and civil service have been politicised, resulting in the institutions being […]

23 September, 2024 37