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The Namibian
Judiciary spokesperson Vikitoria Hango says amnesty includes those whose payment deadlines have already expired
“Judiciary spokesperson Vikitoria Hango says this includes those whose payment deadlines have already expired.”
Motorists can now pay expired admission of guilt finesThe Namibian
Hango says motorists can pay fines in person at district courts or via electronic funds transfer
“Hango says motorists can pay their fines in person at the district court where the notice to appear in court was issued.”
Motorists can now pay expired admission of guilt finesNew Era
Vikitoria Hango said several administrative, operational and procedural processes are currently being finalised before divorce proceedings can officially commence in magistrates' courts
“The Judiciary's spokesperson, Vikitoria Hango, said several administrative, operational and procedural processes are currently being finalised before divorce proceedings can officially commence in magistrates' courts, particularly regional courts.”
Divorce made easier, accessible … magistrates’ courts set to hear casesNew Era
Vikitoria Hango added that necessary human resources, systems and infrastructure are being established to support implementation
“Hango added that necessary human resources, systems and infrastructure are being established to support the effective implementation of the new service.”
Divorce made easier, accessible … magistrates’ courts set to hear casesInformanté
Vikitoria Hango, Public Relations Officer explained vital administrative, operational and procedural processes are being finalised
“Vikitoria Hango, Public Relations Officer at the judiciary, explained that at present, several vital administrative, operational and procedural processes are being finalised.”
Divorce matters soon to be heard in Magistrates’ CourtsInformanté
Vikitoria Hango announced the written assessment will be conducted on open-book basis
“This was announced by Vikitoria Hango, the Commission's Deputy Director of Public Relations.”
Recruitment process for Prosecutor-General restarts after shortlisted candidates fail written assessmentInformanté
Vikitoria Hango revealed that the highest score attained was 49 marks out of 100
“The highest score attained was 49 marks (49%), while the lowest score attained was 30 marks (30%)," Hango revealed.”
Recruitment process for Prosecutor-General restarts after shortlisted candidates fail written assessmentWindhoek Observer
Vikitoria Hango, deputy director of public relations extended sincere gratitude to stakeholders who collaborated to ensure successful operationalisation of Omuthiya Periodical Court
“"The Office of the Judiciary extends sincere gratitude to all stakeholders who collaborated to ensure the successful operationalisation of the Omuthiya Periodical Court," said Vikitoria Hango, deputy director of public relations in the Office of the Judiciary.”
Omuthiya periodical court to open next weekNew Era
Judiciary spokesperson Vikitoria Hango said Nkurenkuru project aimed at establishing fully operational magistrate's court
“Judiciary spokesperson Vikitoria Hango, said the Nkurenkuru project is aimed at establishing a fully operational magistrate's court to better serve the Kavango West region.”
Judiciary gets N$512mInformanté
Vikitoria Hango said foreign judge recruitment is necessary to ensure High Court's effective functioning
“This measure has been carefully considered and is necessary to ensure the continued effective functioning of the Court and to safeguard the administration of justice in the Republic of Namibia.”
Recruitment of foreign judges in High Court intended to reduce case backlogsMotorists with outstanding traffic admissions of guilt fines have been offered a two-month amnesty from 3 August to 30 September to settle their fines, including those whose payment deadlines have expired. Payments can be made in person at district courts during working hours or via electronic funds transfer.
20 hours ago · The Namibian →
Motorists with outstanding traffic admissions of guilt fines have been offered a two-month amnesty from 3 August to 30 September to settle their fines, including those whose payment deadlines have expired. Payments can be made in person at district courts during working hours or via electronic funds transfer.
20 hours ago · The Namibian →
The Namibian Judiciary is preparing to enable magistrates' courts across Namibia to hear and determine divorce matters, bringing divorce services closer to communities. Regional magistrates will be empowered to grant divorce orders and make rulings on related matters including maintenance, parental responsibilities, and distribution of matrimonial property once preparations are complete.
23 June 2026 · New Era →
The Office of the Judiciary is preparing to facilitate the hearing and determination of divorce matters in Magistrates' Courts countrywide, with administrative, operational, and procedural processes currently being finalised. The public will be notified once the service is ready to commence.
19 June 2026 · Informanté →
The Judicial Commission is relaunching its search for a new Prosecutor-General after eight shortlisted candidates failed a written assessment in May 2026, with scores ranging from 30 to 49 marks out of 100. The new recruitment process will conduct the written assessment on an open-book basis.
10 June 2026 · Informanté →
The Office of the Judiciary announced that the Omuthiya Periodical Court will commence operations on Monday, 8 June 2026, providing essential judicial services including criminal proceedings, marriage solemnization, maintenance disputes, and bail payments to residents of Oshikoto Region who previously had to travel to Ondangwa Magistrate's Court.
5 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The government has allocated N$512 million to the Office of the Judiciary for the 2026/2027 financial year, with N$497 million for operations and N$15 million for development projects including construction of magistrates' courts in Nkurenkuru and Katima Mulilo. The allocation reflects the government's commitment to strengthening the justice system and expanding court capacity in underserved areas.
8 April 2026 · New Era →
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 →
Court proceedings in Opuwo have been delayed due to a shortage of magistrates and interpreters, with one magistrate managing two court rolls and inadequate coverage for Otjiherero and Damara/Nama speakers. A local lawyer warns the delays violate the right to fair trial, while the judiciary says it faces structural challenges in interpreting all indigenous languages across courts.
3 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Office of the Judiciary has clarified that interpreter allocation at courts is determined by geographical location and dominant regional languages, following concerns about the availability of Otjiherero and Damara/Nama interpretation services at Opuwo Magistrate's Court. The Judiciary spokesperson stated that systematic processes are in place to source specific language interpreters in advance and that no case backlog has been attributed solely to interpreter shortages.
29 January 2026 · The Namibian →