Also known as: The High Court of Namibia
Namibian court that adjudicates civil, criminal, and constitutional matters, including tax disputes, local governance, and corruption cases.
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The Namibian
High Court of Namibia commented in a divorce case on fault-based grounds causing parties to reach for conceivable reasons to end marriage
“This is evident from a comment by the High Court of Namibia, in a divorce case, while it was considering counter allegations between a husband and wife.”
Namibia’s New Divorce Philosophy is Both Revolutionary and OverdueWindhoek Observer
High Court of Namibia had settlement agreement filed in dispute between government and Farhad Nadimi
“The settlement agreement, filed in the High Court of Namibia on Tuesday, will see the government pay Nadimi a revised amount of N$767,457.92, inclusive of VAT, together with interest calculated at 20 percent per annum from 28 February 2022 until the date of final payment.”
Government settles N$900 000 engineer disputeWindhoek Observer
High Court of Namibia ordered immediate reinstatement of two Keetmanshoop municipality management committee members removed through no-confidence vote
“The High Court of Namibia has ordered the immediate reinstatement of two Keetmanshoop municipality management committee members who were removed through a vote of no confidence last month.”
Court reinstates Keetmanshoop management committee members after no-confidence voteThe Namibian
High Court of Namibia is where divorce proceedings are instituted under the old divorce regime
“Such divorce regime required that, for a marriage that was contracted in terms of the Marriage Act 25 of 1961 to be dissolved, spouses should plead grounds that give rise to the institution of divorce proceedings in the High Court of Namibia by pointing out faults or accusing the other partner of wrongdoing.”
Pros, Cons, and the Reality of Namibia’s New Divorce RegimeWindhoek Observer
High Court of Namibia restored study rights for inmates at Windhoek Correctional Facility
“The ruling by the High Court of Namibia restoring study rights for inmates at the Windhoek Correctional Facility is about far more than prison timetables.”
Education, imprisonment and the rule of lawNew Era
High Court of Namibia found State had not demonstrated sufficient grounds to justify continued detention in Namcor matter
“In the Namcor matter, the courts found that the State had not demonstrated sufficient grounds to justify continued detention.”
Opinion – Understanding Namcor, Fishrot outcomesInformanté
High Court of Namibia has experienced steep decline in permanent civil-stream judges over past two years due to retirements
“The number of permanent judges in the civil stream has seen a steep decline over the past two years as a result of retirements.”
Recruitment of foreign judges in High Court intended to reduce case backlogsThe Namibian
High Court of Namibia recently recorded 111 divorces in one day
“The High Court of Namibia recently recorded 111 divorces in one day and I'm sure you'll be just fine.”
Godspeed, ValentinesThe Namibian
High Court of Namibia awarded N$1 million damages to mother for nursing negligence at Otjiwarongo
“On 7 November, Namibia's High Court awarded damages of N$1 million to a mother who suffered serious injuries because of nursing negligence at Otjiwarongo State Hospital.”
Maternal And Newborn Health – A Legal PerspectiveAn analysis argues that Namibia's new approach to divorce law aligns with historical legal traditions and contemporary social changes, drawing on examples from Roman law and recent English legal philosophy to support reforming divorce procedures.
19 July 2026 · The Namibian →
An analysis argues that Namibia's new approach to divorce law aligns with historical legal traditions and contemporary social changes, drawing on examples from Roman law and recent English legal philosophy to support reforming divorce procedures.
19 July 2026 · The Namibian →
The Government of Namibia has agreed to settle a long-running dispute with consulting engineer Farhad Nadimi over unpaid professional fees for the Katima Magistrate's Court construction, paying N$767,457.92 inclusive of VAT plus 20 percent annual interest from 28 February 2022, down from Nadimi's original claim of N$900,776.15.
16 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Parliamentary leader Job Amupanda has filed an urgent High Court application to stop the National Assembly from approving Electoral Commission of Namibia nominees, arguing that lawmakers lack access to key selection documents needed for informed decision-making. He is demanding disclosure of interview minutes, scoresheets, the selection committee's recommendation, and the President's nomination, claiming the lack of records prevents lawmakers from exercising constitutional oversight.
10 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Roads Contractor Company is facing legal action from Dust Construction and Civils over a rejected lease-to-own equipment agreement, with a law firm demanding N$4,969,345.23 within 48 hours and threatening to apply for the company's provisional winding-up in the High Court. The action comes after Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi described RCC as "a mess" over its disclaimer audit opinion and payment failures.
26 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The National Assembly has passed the Income Tax Amendment Bill 2025, which replaces the current "special court" with a dedicated tax court operating as a division of the High Court to resolve income tax and VAT disputes. The tax court will provide taxpayers and the Namibia Revenue Agency with a more structured and efficient mechanism for resolving tax disputes.
19 June 2026 · New Era →
The High Court of Namibia has ordered the reinstatement of two Keetmanshoop municipality management committee members—Easter Isaak and Anneliza Knaus—who were removed through votes of no confidence in May and June, and has interdicted the municipality from implementing those resolutions pending the finalisation of the main application.
18 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Dissolution of Marriage Act 10 of 2024, which came into operation on 3 June, repealed eight previous pieces of marriage legislation. The new law replaces the fault-based divorce system—which required spouses to prove grounds such as adultery, cruelty, or desertion—with a single ground: that the marriage is irretrievably broken down with no prospect of restoration, and requires mediation proceedings rather than adversarial litigation.
9 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Johannes Asino has filed an urgent application in the High Court of Namibia to challenge the minister of urban and rural development's January decision recognising Malakia Shoombe as the new chief of the Uukolonkadhi Traditional Authority, following the death of chief Daniel Shooya in October 2024. Asino claims he is the rightful successor, nominated by the late chief in 1996 and endorsed by the royal family, and alleges the minister's decision was unlawful and procedurally unfair.
19 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Businessman Joseph Andreas has launched legal action against two Facebook users over posts published on 15 May, demanding public apologies, removal of the posts, and N$250 000 each in damages. The posts allegedly described Andreas as a "thug" and criminal, and claimed he had no legitimate business track record.
19 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's High Court has restored study rights for inmates at Windhoek Correctional Facility, setting aside restrictions that had reduced study hours from six to two per day and prohibited mixed-security study groups. Acting judge David Mangota's decision reaffirms that correctional administration operates within constitutional limits and that punishment does not constitute civil erasure.
12 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
According to legal researcher Brian Ngutjinazo, the contrasting bail decisions in the Namcor and Fishrot corruption cases reflect consistent application of Namibia's Criminal Procedure Act rather than inconsistency. In Namcor, courts found insufficient grounds for detention, while in Fishrot, evidence of alleged witness interference and the scale of organized corruption justified continued detention under the law's test of whether the interests of justice permit release.
17 April 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's Supreme Court has upheld a High Court order preventing those accused in the Fishrot corruption case from accessing forfeited assets, rejecting an appeal by former justice minister Sacky Shanghala, James Hatuikulipi and Pius Mwatelulo. The court found that the Anti-Corruption Commission had proper authority to conduct the investigation and that the restraint order remains valid pending the outcome of the criminal trial, which is scheduled to recommence in March 2026.
8 April 2026 · New Era →
The Office of the Attorney General has appointed Ndateelela Shilongo-Alexander as substantive government attorney, effective immediately. Shilongo-Alexander, a former director at law firm Sisa Namandje & Co., is an admitted High Court practitioner with over a decade of experience in civil litigation, labour law, administrative law and commercial law.
2 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Gladice Pickering was sworn in as an Acting Judge of the High Court on Monday, serving from 16 March to 30 June 2026. Her appointment requires temporary replacement in her role as executive director at the Office of the Prime Minister, with Shivute Indongo taking over the position.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
The Government Institutions Pension Fund is pursuing High Court action to freeze the pension funds of two former employees, Matin Eugen Smith and Vabiola Aoses, accused of embezzling N$18.6 million by altering banking details of inactive beneficiaries and channeling funds into over 50 accounts. GIPF estimates it may recover about N$8 million combined with a forfeiture order already obtained and an interdict to seize the employees' pension benefits totaling N$1.4 million.
13 March 2026 · Informanté →
The Judicial Service Commission has decided to hire a limited number of foreign judges on fixed-term contracts to serve in the High Court's civil stream to reduce case backlogs. The Commission said the move became necessary because domestic candidates, particularly magistrates, lack the specialised expertise in civil law required for complex civil cases, and senior legal practitioners have been reluctant to accept permanent judicial positions.
10 March 2026 · Informanté →
The Office of the Judiciary has appointed five judges to the High Court, including three from other southern African countries on temporary contracts to address capacity constraints in the civil stream. The appointments are part of a temporary measure while longer-term domestic solutions are pursued.
10 March 2026 · Informanté →
Justice Esi Malaika Schimming-Chase has become the first woman to be permanently appointed as a judge to Namibia's Supreme Court, taking her oath of office at a ceremony administered by Chief Justice Peter Shivute. She assumes duties effective 1 March 2026, following a distinguished legal career spanning more than two decades.
3 March 2026 · New Era →
A column on Valentine's Day navigates the emotions of the weekend celebration—from anticipation to potential letdown—and urges readers to practice self-love regardless of romantic outcomes, noting that one day doesn't define one's worth or future relationships.
14 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia has renewed the contract of CEO Emilia Nghikembua for a second term running from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2030, citing her exemplary leadership and outstanding performance during her first term. The CRAN board credits her with spearheading transformative reforms in Namibia's telecommunications and broadcasting sectors.
6 January 2026 · New Era →