Department of Justice – Namibia

The Office of the Attorney-General marked early Independence celebrations, honouring Namibia’s freedom and reaffirming our commitment to justice and the Constitution 🇳🇦 #NamibiaAt36 #AttorneyGeneral

Namibia at 36 🇳🇦 The Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations hosted a commemorative event reflecting on our journey and renewing our commitment to justice, equality, and national development. #NamibiaAt36 #Independence #Justice

Dr. Audrin Mathe, Executive Director, met with staff from the Maintenance Offices at the Katutura Magistrate’s Court today to discuss operational challenges affecting service delivery. Staff raised concerns in an open session, with a commitment made to address the issues raised.

On Friday, I signed an MoU with my Botswana counterpart, Maj. Gen. Pius Mokgware, to strengthen cooperation in employment and labour services. 🇳🇦🤝🇧🇼 Together, we advance fair labour practices, social protection, and decent work for all. #NamibiaBotswanaBNC #DecentWork

Yesterday afternoon, Hon. Fillemon Wise Immanuel, Minister of Justice and Labour Relations, tabled the Office of the Judiciary’s 2023/2024 Annual Report. It sets out the progress made, the challenges ahead, and the priorities to strengthen access to justice. Watch the highlights.

Hon. Wise Immanuel met with Botswana’s Minister of Justice, Hon. Nelson Ramaotwana, on the sidelines of the Namibia–Botswana Bi-National Commission in Windhoek. 🇳🇦🇧🇼 The two ministers reaffirmed their commitment to stronger justice and labour cooperation between the nations.

The Ministry of Justice & Labour Relations has advertised vacancies in the New Era of 19 Sept 2025. Closing date: 17 Oct 2025. See the official advert for details & requirements.

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“So that when I and Mr. Nghidinua Daniel come, you clearly understand our terms of reference and dutifully point of departure,” he stressed.

In a swift pursuit of alignment, the Minister of Justice and Labour Relations, Fillemon Wise Immanuel urges all staff of his ministry to orient themselves with this directive.

"We do not have time to waste. We must move with the wagon, swiftly and with purpose. If you are ready to be part of this transformation, you are welcome on board. If not, you must re-evaluate your purpose in the public service.

Happy Independence Day Namibia 🇳🇦

Please Take Note.

After successfully submitting our Written Statement in March 2024 and Written Comments in August 2024, Namibia is ready to present its oral submissions on 9 December 2024 during the ICJ hearings in The Hague, Netherlands. 📣 Join us live on UN Web TV: webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1b/k…

Guided by Article 95 of the Namibian Constitution, we remain steadfast in promoting sustainable development and safeguarding ecological processes for current and future generations.

Namibia is proud to participate in the International Court of Justice (ICJ) Advisory Opinion on the obligations of states in respect of climate change, following Cabinet Decision No. 14th/29.06.08.23/005 and UN Resolution A/RES/77/276.

On day 10 of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, Salatiel Munghadi from the Ministry of Justice shares an important message. He encourages the public to break the cycle of violence by seeking help, offering support, and standing up for justice. #endGBV

On day 9 of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, Patrick Sitwala from the Ministry of Justice encourages everyone to take responsibility and be part of the solution to end GBV. #16DaysOfActivism #endGBV #UniteAgainstViolence