Also known as: apex court · Supreme Court in Angola · Namibia's Supreme Court · US Supreme Court · Supreme Court of the Republic of Namibia · Supreme Court in Windhoek
Namibia's highest court, which has issued rulings on asset restraints in the Fishrot case, halted the competition commission's pharmacy investigation, and heard appeals on petroleum licensing and severance disputes.
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 →
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 →
President Trump's new 10% tariffs on imported goods took effect following a Supreme Court decision striking down many of his previous duties as exceeding his authority. The temporary tariffs, set to last 150 days unless extended by Congress, apply to $1.2 trillion worth of annual imports and are expected to increase household costs, though less severely than Trump's earlier tariff programme.
25 February 2026 · New Era →
President Trump delivered a combative State of the Union address emphasizing American accomplishment and patriotism, citing rising incomes, a strong stock market, and lower inflation, while largely avoiding new policy proposals. With approval ratings around 40 percent and midterm elections looming, Trump focused on familiar themes of immigration, tariffs, and American strength, with theatrical moments recognizing military heroes and Olympic athletes.
25 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Iuze Mukube Stockley Kauejao, sentenced for the murder of stock investigator Hiambepo 'Major' Kazeurua, was unsuccessful in appealing his conviction after the Windhoek High Court dismissed his application for leave to appeal. Acting Judge Alfred Siboleka ruled that the evidence overwhelmingly proved the appellant's involvement and that the charges were proven beyond a reasonable doubt.
23 February 2026 · New Era →
President Donald Trump increased the global tariff on US imports to 15% on Saturday, one day after the Supreme Court ruled much of his tariff programme illegal. The move prompted international pushback, with Brazil's president calling for equal treatment of all countries and the German chancellor pledging to formulate a joint European response.
23 February 2026 · New Era →
Nearly five years after Air Namibia's liquidation, former employees have petitioned the Supreme Court for an expedited hearing in a dispute over unpaid severance payments. Although a High Court ruling previously ordered the recalculation and payment of severance packages, the liquidators have appealed that order, leaving many employees still awaiting payment.
19 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Former employees of Air Namibia, liquidated in 2021, have petitioned the Supreme Court to either expedite or dismiss an appeal by liquidators challenging a High Court order to pay outstanding severance entitlements. The 637 employees, who received only half their severance in 2021, won a High Court case in 2024 ordering full recalculation and payment, but liquidators appealed the decision.
18 February 2026 · New Era →
The US House of Representatives voted 219–211 to rescind President Trump's tariffs on Canadian goods, with six Republicans joining Democrats to back the resolution. The measure is largely symbolic, as it still requires Senate approval and Trump's signature, which is unlikely.
12 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Judge Beatrix de Jager postponed delivering a judgement to protect her health, citing an unsustainable workload and workforce shortage that she described as "inhuman." Chief Justice Peter Shivute confirmed that judges are under immense pressure, with civil judges managing an average of 614 cases each in 2025, and called for urgent judicial appointments and support.
12 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Prosecutor General Martha Imalwa has called on parents and guardians to report their children involved in criminal activities, warning that some knowingly benefit from crimes and that organised syndicates pose a threat to Namibia's peace. She urged communities to cooperate with law enforcement and criticised weak investigations that result in suspects being released on bail shortly after arrest.
11 February 2026 · The Namibian →