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July 2026
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Michael Amushelelosoughtto compel removal of speed humps on B1 Western Bypass within 24 hours
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“The judge made these observations in a judgment in which he dismissed an application by Amushelelo that sought to compel the Minister of Works and Transport, Veikko Nekundi, and the Roads Authority, to, within 24 hours of a court order, remove the physical speed humps situated on the B1 Western Bypass near the Northern Industrial Area and restore the road surface to its normal, unobstructed condition.”
Michael Amushelelosought to have declared unlawfulthe installation of speed humps on the Western Bypass
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“Amushelelo had approached the court seeking to have the installation of speed humps on the Western Bypass, near Windhoek's Northern Industrial Area, declared unlawful, arguing that they were not in compliance with the Road Traffic and Transport Act of 1999 and constituted a public hazard.”
Michael Amushelelofailed in attempt to getcourt order for removal of speed humps on Western Bypass
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“Activist Michael Amushelelo's attempt to get a court order for the removal of speed humps installed on the Western Bypass road in Windhoek has failed.”
Michael Amushelelois seeking a court order forremoval of speed humps on Western Bypass road
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“The delivery of a judgement on activist Michael Amushelelo's attempt to get a court order for the removal of speed humps installed on the Western Bypass road in Windhoek has been postponed to Friday.”
Michael Amushelelotook part ina protest along Windhoek's Western Bypass on Saturday against newly installed speed humps
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“Activist Michael Amushelelo took part in a protest along Windhoek's Western Bypass on Saturday against the newly installed N$704 000 speed humps that are causing severe traffic congestion.”
Michael Amushelelosaidmotorists would block the road if the minister did not receive their petition
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“"Minister, please ensure you come and receive this petition. Failure of you to receive this petition, we as motorists will officially block this road," he said.”
Michael Amushelelois spearheadinga petition calling for pedestrian bridges instead of speed humps on the B1 highway
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“Social justice activist Michael Amushelelo, who is spearheading the petition, said the total includes electronic signatures and over 1 000 handwritten signatures.”
Justice and labour relations minister Fillemon Wise Immanuel told the Windhoek Observer that introducing statutory paternity leave in Namibia could see some fathers spending an entire year away from work if they have children with multiple partners, potentially affecting labour force productivity. Namibia currently has no law providing statutory paternity leave, though employers may offer it through workplace policies.
Justice and labour relations minister Fillemon Wise Immanuel told the Windhoek Observer that introducing statutory paternity leave in Namibia could see some fathers spending an entire year away from work if they have children with multiple partners, potentially affecting labour force productivity. Namibia currently has no law providing statutory paternity leave, though employers may offer it through workplace policies.
Social activists Shaun Gariseb and Michael Amushelelo have called on the City of Windhoek to account for its delivery of serviced land and public services, citing a housing backlog of approximately 60,000 units and demanding measurable results rather than further plans, with serviced land delivery to be treated as an emergency municipal priority.
Activists have notified police of a planned peaceful protest at City of Windhoek offices on 26 September 2026, with residents and ratepayers raising concerns about inadequate delivery of serviced residential land, informal settlements, municipal finances, roads, refuse collection, sanitation, and various fees.
Seven Indian employees of Brilliant Star Diamonds have approached the High Court challenging their detention following an immigration operation at the company's premises on September 2, seeking their immediate release and review of detention notices issued under the Immigration Control Act. The company director denies aiding illegal employment and says the workers held valid immigration permits endorsed in their passports.
Critics are calling on US President Donald Trump to recall Ambassador John Giordano from Namibia, citing controversy over his conduct and diplomatic engagements. The calls follow an incident in which Giordano was reportedly denied entry to the Walvis Bay Town Hall during the National Fisheries Indaba on Friday, though the presidency has distanced itself from the event's administration.
High Courtjudge Nate Ndauendapo found social activist Michael Amushelelo in contempt of court for Facebook remarks about suspended police inspector general Joseph Shikongo, rejecting Amushelelo's free speech defence. Amushelelo was sentenced to one month imprisonment, suspended for one year, conditional on refraining from further disparaging statements and issuing a written apology to Shikongo within seven days.
Activist Michael Amushelelo launched a petition to have US Ambassador John Giordano declared persona non grata, citing concerns about American interest in Namibia's oil, gas, and critical minerals amid worries about foreign interference in the country's sovereignty and resources. The petition, which received over 500 signatures, will be forwarded to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.
The Windhoek High Court has found social activist Michael Amushelelo in contempt of court after he was sued by former Namibian Police Inspector General Joseph Shikongo for violating a court order prohibiting defamatory remarks about Shikongo on social media. Amushelelo faces a one-month suspended imprisonment sentence.
Social activist Michael Amushelelo has been found in contempt of court and sentenced to a suspended one-month prison term for breaching a settlement agreement with suspended police inspector general Joseph Shikongo by making remarks about him on social media. The sentence is suspended for one year on condition that Amushelelo refrains from publishing defamatory material about Shikongo and issues a formal written apology within seven days.
Namibian activist Michael Amushelelo has launched a petition calling on the government to declare United States Ambassador John Giordano persona non grata, citing concerns over Namibia's sovereignty and foreign influence over the country's natural resources, particularly following major oil discoveries.
Social activist Michael Amushelelo launched the Amushelelo Hosea Kutako Airport Estate, a private housing development of up to 10,528 plots near Windhoek, in partnership with businessman Harvey Boulter and lawyer Kadhila Amoomo, offering three plot sizes priced from N$40,000 to N$60,000 with monthly payments from about N$1,500.
Namibian lawyer Kadhila Amoomo says professionals including lawyers, doctors and engineers can no longer afford homes, contrasting this with an earlier era when people in ordinary jobs could build houses and raise families.
Prominent lawyer Patrick Kauta says he intends to sue Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi after his son was critically injured in a crash on the B1 road in Windhoek, which Kauta attributes to recently installed speed humps. The crash occurred when another vehicle rear-ended his son's car near a speed hump outside a Windhoek club resort, causing multiple injuries; his son remains in intensive care nearly three weeks later.
More than 2,500 Namibians registered their interest in affordable housing through Yambuka Housing at a community launch event in Windhoek, reflecting high demand for accessible homeownership solutions amid struggling rental affordability.
The City of Windhoek met with representatives of 104 informal traders at Chinatown to discuss a decision to vacate the area over safety and hygiene concerns. The traders requested permission to continue operations while registering for formal relocation to designated markets, with the City expected to respond in writing on Friday.
The City of Windhoek says it will continue enforcing by-laws against more than 100 informal traders at Chinatown following a peaceful march, citing safety, hygiene, and compliance concerns. Traders, led by activists Michael Amushelelo and Shaun Gariseb, are demanding designated land to operate rather than relocating to formal markets like Bonsmara, arguing they would lose customer access.
Social justice activists and China Town vendors will march to the City of Windhoek to demand clarity on a verbal directive used to evict them from trading spaces and seek the City to honour previous commitments made during a deputation.
Judge Gabriel Komboni dismissed activist Michael Amushelelo's urgent application against the minister of works and transport and the Roads Authority over speed humps installed on Windhoek's Western Bypass, finding that Amushelelo failed to demonstrate the officials acted unfairly, unreasonably, or contrary to law.
High Court Judge Gabriel Komboni dismissed an application by activist Michael Amushelelo seeking to force the Ministry of Works and Transport and the Roads Authority to remove speed humps on the B1 Western Bypass, finding that Amushelelo failed to demonstrate how the installation violated common law or legislation.
Judge Gabriel Komboni dismissed Michael Amushelelo's urgent application seeking to have speed humps on the Western Bypass near Windhoek's Northern Industrial Area declared unlawful and removed. Amushelelo argued the humps violated the Road Traffic and Transport Act of 1999 and posed a public hazard; he has accused the judiciary of bias and says he intends to appeal.
Judge Gabriel Komboni dismissed activist Michael Amushelelo's urgent application to have speed humps removed from the Western Bypass in Windhoek, which Amushelelo had argued disrupt traffic and pose a risk to motorists. According to the Roads Authority, the speed humps were installed in areas where pedestrian accidents have been recorded.
A High Court judge postponed judgment in activist Michael Amushelelo's case seeking removal of speed humps on Windhoek's Western Bypass until Friday. Amushelelo is challenging the speed humps as unlawful and a public hazard, and seeking an interdict to prevent further installation on national highways.
Activist Michael Amushelelo led a protest on Windhoek's Western Bypass against N$704,000 speed humps installed per a directive by the minister of works and transport, arguing they cause severe traffic congestion and that pedestrian safety should not come at motorists' expense. The group presented a petition with over 1,000 signatures and offered to help fund alternative solutions such as pedestrian bridges.
A petition with more than 16,560 signatures is calling for pedestrian bridges to replace speed humps on the B1 highway, alleging the humps cause vehicle damage and highway collisions. Social justice activist Michael Amushelelo, who is leading the campaign, has announced plans to file a class-action lawsuit against the minister of works and transport seeking financial compensation for motorists claiming vehicle damage and injuries.
Motorists gathered along the Western Bypass in Windhoek to protest recently installed speed humps worth N$704,000, ordered by the minister of works and transport. Protesters say the humps cause congestion and disrupt traffic flow, though an activist acknowledged the need for pedestrian safety while calling for alternative measures such as pedestrian bridges.
The Ministry of Works and Transport has dismissed social media claims that it is removing recently installed speed humps on Windhoek's Western Bypass, stating that what is visible is ongoing installation. An activist has challenged the humps in court, seeking an order to declare them unlawful and compel their removal, with the case pending until 30 June.
The Windhoek municipality disconnected water to the Ministry of Works and Transport's head office over an unpaid utility bill of N$9.66 million; the water was restored yesterday after four days without supply and the minister instructed officials to settle the debt and investigate how it accumulated.
Grades 8 and 9 boys at Caprivi Senior Secondary School were forced to sleep in cold corridors without blankets as punishment for losing hostel keys. The incident has drawn condemnation from parents and the Namibia National Students Organisation, with the regional education director confirming the matter and pledging to address it through public service staff rules.
Michael Amushelelo brought an urgent application to the Windhoek High Court on Friday arguing that speed humps installed 10 days ago on the Western Bypass endanger motorists and are unlawful under the Road Traffic and Transport Act. Judge Gabriel Komboni postponed his ruling to 30 June after hearing arguments from Amushelelo and government lawyer Wilhelm Amukoto.