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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

LGBTQI+ rights

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Namibia

INTERVIEW: Omar van Reenen Reflects on Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Prize

In a groundbreaking moment for LGBTQI+ rights in Namibia, Omar van Reenen has been awarded the prestigious Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Prize. This honor recognizes young leaders worldwide for their dedication to safeguarding democracy and human rights. In an exclusive interview, van Reenen shared his thoughts on receiving this award, its significance for the LGBTQI+ community, and his plans moving forward. Van Reenen expressed his gratitude for being nominated by […]

todayNovember 1, 2024 8

Namibia

Rosa Namises and APP Back LGBTQI+ Rights Ahead of Elections….

Independent candidate Rosa Namises and the All People’s Party have expressed their support for the LGBTQI+ community, standing in contrast to most political parties, which have stated they do not back gay rights but still seek votes from the community. Speaking at a public engagement hosted by the Alliance Christian Churches of Namibia, APP President Ambrosius Kumbwa emphasized that the fundamental rights of the LGBTQI+ community are non-negotiable.  

todayOctober 4, 2024 16

Namibia

Government appeals High Court ruling on sodomy laws

The government has filed an appeal with the Supreme Court challenging a High Court ruling that declared the country's sodomy laws unconstitutional. The decision, delivered on June 21 by Judges Shafimana Ueitele, Claudia Claasen, and Nate Ndauendapo, deemed the laws discriminatory and in violation of constitutional rights. In its appeal, the government argues that the High Court did not adequately consider key factors, including public opinion and the original intentions […]

todayJuly 25, 2024 63

Namibia

Grieving Father Speaks Out After Son’s Brutal Murder in Windhoek

https://youtu.be/-DabzIuHp2E?si=M7CNMqUsewhxt3ry     By Valeria Handobe   The murdered Christof Frederik was the only child and breadwinner. This is according to his 65-year-old father, Paulus Josef Dragonder, who was speaking at the Katutura Magistrate’s court today, where the two teenage suspects appeared in connection with his son's murder. Frederik’s lifeless body was found in a riverbed next Chairman Mao Zendong High School in 7de Laan last week. It is alleged that Frederik, […]

todayMay 7, 2024 23

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