Domestic violence protection orders to be served within 24 hours

Domestic violence protection orders to be served within 24 hours

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says protection orders issued under the Combating of Domestic Violence Act must be served within 24 hours, without exception. Nandi-Ndaitwah said this at Independence Arena in Katutura, Windhoek, during the National Prayer Day against Gender-Based Violence and Gruesome Killings on Saturday. “Protection orders under the Combating of Domestic Violence Act [are] to […]

NNN puts 24-hour limit on GBV protection orders – Windhoek Observer

Renthia Kaimbi President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called for protection orders issued under the Combating of Domestic Violence Act to be served within 24 hours, without exception, as government moves to strengthen its response to gender-based violence (GBV) and address gaps in the implementation of laws meant to protect victims. Nandi-Ndaitwah made the call on Saturday while delivering her message at the National Prayer Day against GBV and gru…