The Legal Assistance Centre (LAC) have applauded the Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations for passing the Dissolution of Marriages Act of 2024 to law, recently.
The Centre stated that they are relieved that the Act has been passed into law. “We have tirelessly worked to ensure that there is a more responsible and responsive law on divorce that guarantees the dignity of divorcing spouses and their families, especially the children, since Independence.”
LAC Director, Toni Hancox said they have advocated for reforms to ensure that divorce proceedings are more accessible, affordable and respectful of the dignity of all involved. “This new law will not only reduce the litigation costs, but also ensure that litigating parties are not put through what is often a protracted, brutal and undignified trial.”
The Centre said they are pleased that most, if not all, their proposals, were adopted in the new divorce law. “This reform marks an important step to a family justice system that better serves Namibian families and prioritises the wellbeing of children.”
