Lawyer Kadhila Amoomocalledlocal internet service providers 'unreliable monopolies'
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“Lawyer Kadhila Amoomo has called local internet service providers 'unreliable monopolies' after the government this week rejected Starlink's application to operate in Namibia.”
Kadhila Amoomoinformed the courtthat the minister of home affairs confirmed no pending case against Elago
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“Following Kaupitwa's letter, the minister of home affairs issued a formal letter which confirmed in October 2024 that there was no known pending case or disciplinary proceedings against Elago at the ministry, Elago's lawyer, Kadhila Amoomo, has informed the court.”
Kadhila Amoomohelped them producetheir first album, 'Ondjuulufi'
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“Support from mentors like Kadhila Amoomo, Sisa Namandje, Paa Ntinda, and Nambili Matta helped them produce their first album, 'Ondjuulufi' and today, they have six albums with a growing following.”
Kadhila Amoomoexpressed difficulty in sayingcountry's constitution is the very best when Namibia is second most unequal society
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“Youthful lawyer Kadhila Amoomo expressed difficulty in saying that the country's constitution is the very best when Namibia is the second most unequal society on earth.”
Lawyer Kadhila Amoomosubmitted recommendations toMinister Immanuel to introduce plea bargaining to Namibian criminal justice system
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“Lawyer Kadhila Amoomo last year submitted recommendations to Immanuel to introduce plea bargaining to the Namibian criminal justice system, saying it would allow suspects to plead guilty in exchange for a lighter sentence or dropped charges under agreed conditions.”
Lawyer Kadhila Amoomourgedthe Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations to begin preparations to compensate Justine Shiweda's family
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“Lawyer Kadhila Amoomo has urged the Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations to begin preparations to compensate the family of the late Ondangwa prosecutor, Justine Shiweda.”
Benjamin Hauwanga and Simeon Nghinananye have settled a defamation case in which Hauwanga sued Nghinananye for N$500 000. Under the settlement made an order of the Windhoek High Court, Nghinananye agreed to publicly apologise and retract allegations, while Hauwanga withdrew his claim and waived legal costs; Nghinananye must pay N$200 000 if he repeats the defamatory allegations within five years.
Benjamin Hauwanga and Simeon Nghinananye have settled a defamation case in which Hauwanga sued Nghinananye for N$500 000. Under the settlement made an order of the Windhoek High Court, Nghinananye agreed to publicly apologise and retract allegations, while Hauwanga withdrew his claim and waived legal costs; Nghinananye must pay N$200 000 if he repeats the defamatory allegations within five years.
Deputy judge president Shafimana Ueitele dismissed an application by Namibia Central Intelligence Service director general Bamba Nghipandua to have a defamation case heard in secret, ruling that a clear case showing it is truly necessary must be made before restricting public access to court proceedings on national security grounds.
The Windhoek High Court dismissed an application by the Namibia Central Intelligence Service to hold a secret hearing in a N$1.8 million defamation lawsuit and to restrict media reporting on court documents. Judge Shafimana Ueitele ruled on 19 May 2026 that citizens have a right to know and press freedom must be upheld, rejecting NCIS Director-General Bamba Nghipandua's claim that disclosure would expose the agency's inner workings.
Lawyer Kadhila Amoomo has criticized local internet service providers as "unreliable monopolies" following the government's rejection this week of Starlink's application to operate in Namibia, citing the company's failure to meet legal and regulatory requirements. Amoomo argued that Namibians are "stuck" with expensive and unreliable services from Telecom and MTC, while the regulatory authority Cran has warned the public against purchasing or subscribing to Starlink services as they are illegal under Namibian law.
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has urged financial institutions to protect homeowners from repossession even after decades of payments, calling for a national dialogue to find fair solutions that prioritise "humanity over profit". He also questioned why housing loans span decades compared to vehicle loans and highlighted Namibia's severe housing crisis, with a backlog of over 300,000 houses.
Social activist Michael Amushelelo and business partner Gregory Cloete have asked the High Court to consolidate 360 fraud and money laundering charges against them, claiming several counts are duplications. The two face allegations of defrauding investors through an investment scheme known as Project One Million between 2018 and 2019.
The director general of Namibia's Central Intelligence Service is asking the High Court to order that a defamation case brought against him by a government official be heard in secret, citing national security concerns about vetting processes. The plaintiff opposes the closure request, arguing that constitutional guarantees of public hearings and transparency in state institutions must be upheld.
A 30-year-old Windhoek resident, Asser Pendapala Nendongo, has been charged with murder after allegedly shooting bar bouncer David Mbida point blank over a N$30 entrance fee. Mbida died at a local hospital following the shooting incident on Friday night; the suspect later handed himself over to police.
Asser Nendongo appeared in Katutura Magistrate's Court on a murder charge in connection with the death of Windhoek bouncer David Mbinda, who was shot during an altercation over an entrance fee dispute at a bar in Wanaheda last Friday night. The case was postponed to 18 March for a formal bail application and to 21 May for further police investigations.
A former bank employee and two relatives of fugitive Victor Malema were granted bail of N$50,000 each in connection with alleged fraud and corruption at the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor). The three must report weekly to authorities and face charges including forgery, money laundering, and theft; six accused in the matter are now out on bail pending investigations.
80s Vocals is an acapella group from Ohangwena region that has become a cultural staple at weddings in northern Namibia, particularly among the Ovakwanyama people. Led by Talvi Mutilifa, the group guides wedding ceremonies from start to finish through carefully chosen songs and have released six albums while turning their passion for traditional music into a sustainable livelihood.
Namibia's Constitution, enacted in 1990 and globally recognized as one of the best, is celebrated annually on 9 February. Legal professionals interviewed by New Era praised its role in protecting democratic rights and the rule of law, but also highlighted significant challenges: weak operation of lower courts, inadequate security for prosecutors and judicial staff, and a failure to address poverty and inequality affecting much of the population.
Namibia's criminal justice sector is embracing plea bargaining as an alternative dispute resolution mechanism to speed up case disposal, Chief Justice Peter Shivute announced at the 2026 Legal Year opening. Justice Minister Fillemon Immanuel said the system would help manage courts' heavy workload and conclude criminal trials within reasonable time limits.
Lawyer Kadhila Amoomo has urged the Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations to begin reparations for the family of late prosecutor Justine Shiweda, who died from injuries sustained in a shooting and acid attack in October last year. Amoomo called for compensation for Shiweda's children and warned that the death raises serious concerns about prosecutor safety.
Heidi Boois, a former Bank Windhoek employee, appeared in the Windhoek Magistrate's Court on five charges including fraud and forgery linked to the opening of a fraudulent bank account allegedly used to channel N$3.36 million to individuals connected to a larger Namcor corruption case. Boois is the 12th person charged in connection with alleged fraud and corruption at the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia, stemming from a fuel company's sale of filling station assets to a Namcor subsidiary for N$53.2 million in July 2022.
Heidi Boois, a former Bank Windhoek employee, has been arrested as the 12th accused in investigations into approximately N$400 million in corruption and fraud at the Namibia Petroleum Corporation. She faces charges of forgery, uttering, fraud, and violations of the Financial Intelligence Act, Anti-Corruption Act, and Prevention of Organised Crime Act, allegedly involving forged signatures and unauthorized bank account transfers of N$3.3 million.
Heidi Boois, a Bank Windhoek sales manager, was arrested as the 12th suspect in the Namcor fraud and corruption investigation. She faces six charges including money laundering, forged documents, and fraud, allegedly involving the opening of fraudulent business accounts connected to Namcor executives; her lawyer indicated plans to challenge the legality of the arrest warrant.
The Windhoek Magistrate's Court has withdrawn the fraud case against gospel artist Naftalie Shigwedha Amukwelele (D-Naff) and five co-accused pending further police investigations. The court granted the defendants' applications citing incomplete investigations and ordered a refund of bail money; D-Naff said the case had damaged his image and cancelled bookings but expressed relief at the withdrawal.
Namibia's government is set to meet soon to find a lasting solution for Angolan minors roaming and selling handmade crafts on Namibian streets, with Angola's ambassador saying the objective is to identify, rescue, and transport the children back to Angola in a joint operation. The minors, known locally as "Kadhila Amoomo's kids" after a lawyer's advocacy for their welfare, are commonly seen at shopping malls across Windhoek selling wooden products.