Namibia: Minister Immanuel takes magistrate strike to court, drawing accusations of judicial interference – News

Opposition political parties and analysts are accusing minister of justice and labour relations Wise Immanuel of worsening the work-stoppage of magistrates and hindering access to justice.

Independent Patriots of Change (IPC) leader Imms Nashinge says the seeking of an urgent court interdict to have the magistrates’ strike declared unlawful and have them return to work is not solving the remuneration and benefits issue that led to the work stoppage.

“The promise of improved…