Prime Minister (PM) Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila on Saturday expressed concern over the negative trend of disputes among traditional authorities in the country.
The Minister of Urban and Rural Development says traditional authorities are accountable to both government and their subjects.
-Kavango East Governor has called on traditional authorities to end child marriages in the region.
Traditional authorities in the Zambezi Region denounced the activities of the Caprivi Concerned Group (CCG).
-Residents of Utuseb settlement, about 60 kilometres east of Walvis Bay, in the Erongo Region, say young girls get into relationships with older men for financial gain.
-The NBC has noted with concern the mushrooming of disputes among some traditional authorities.
-President Hage Geingob has called on Namibians to treat traditional authorities with respect, while also appealing to them to practice inclusive leadership.
Traditional Authorities in the Zambezi Region have suggested in depth deliberations on issues related to communal land in the region.
The National Unity Democratic Organisation-NUDO wants government to pay salaries, including benefits to traditional authorities.
