veterinary cordon fence

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 […]

January 21, 2025 25

Namibia

High Court to Hear Red Line Case

The Windhoek High Court will hear testimonies from Sacky Shanghala and Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah in Job Amupanda's case against the veterinary cordon fence, known as the "red line." Amupanda seeks its removal, with Nandi-Ndaitwah and Shanghala testifying in their former official capacities. The case highlights long-standing debates around the red line’s socio-economic and historical impact. Its outcome could set a significant precedent for land and resource management in the […]

January 17, 2025 26

Namibia

MP Advocates Removal of Veterinary Cordon Fence to Boost Livestock Market Access

Parliamentarian, Natangwe Ithete is pushing for the removal of the veterinary cordon fence , commonly known as the red line, to ensure fair access to a viable livestock market for farmers north of the barrier. The red line, established in 1896, acts as a pest-exclusion barrier, aiming to prevent the spread of diseases like foot and mouth. Ithete emphasized that his stance reflects the collective view of all members of […]

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