Boro Ndungula Speaks Out on Rejected Cannabis March

Boro Ndungula Speaks Out on Rejected Cannabis March

Boro Ndungula, Secretary General of the Ganja Users of Namibia, condemned the police's rejection of their cannabis legalization march, citing concerns over the participation of foreign nationals. He argues that the Inspector General's actions violate constitutional rights, particularly the right to peaceful assembly. Ndungula is now seeking an apology from the Inspector General and pursuing the matter with the Office of the Ombudsman.

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Namibia

INTERVIEW: Boro Ndungula Demands Action After Cannabis March Rejection

Background: The Rejection of the March Boro Ndungula, the Secretary General of the Ganja Users of Namibia, has spoken out after the police rejected their application for a cannabis legalization march. The rejection came from concerns raised by the Inspector General of Namibia’s police, who cited the participation of foreigners—specifically from South Africa and Europe—as a security risk. Ndungula, however, argues that these concerns are unfounded and undermine […]

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Namibia

Katutura Residents Threaten Strike Over Windhoek’s Rate Increase

The Katutura Residents Committee has threatened to strike in response to the City of Windhoek's recent 5% rate hike. Committee spokesperson Shaun Gariseb expressed growing frustration among residents, who feel ignored and exploited by city leadership. The stark warning comes after the City of Windhoek announced on Tuesday that municipal tariffs, including water, rates and taxes, sewage, and waste management, would increase by 5% as of 1 October. Residents […]

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