IPC warns traffic fine amnesty must address taxi sector crisis

Sostenus Wilherm

The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) has welcomed the judiciary’s two-month traffic fine amnesty but warned that the intervention will only provide temporary relief unless deeper challenges facing Namibia’s public transport sector are addressed.

The amnesty, which started on 3 August 2026 and will run until 30 September 2026, allows motorists with outstanding admission of guilt traffic fines to settle their debts without facing the immediate consequences associated with unpaid fines.

IPC shadow minister of works and transport, Nelson Kalangula, said the initiative provides much-needed relief, particularly for taxi drivers and public transport operators who have been affected by accumulated traffic fines, arrest warrants and vehicle impoundment threats.

“IPC welcomes the announcement by the office of the judiciary declaring a two-month nationwide amnesty for motorists to settle outstanding admission of guilt traffic fines,” Kalangula said.