/Khomanin takes swipe at Sankwasa

A faction of the /Khomanin has hit back at urban and rural development minister James Sankwasa, accusing him of misunderstanding the law and grandstanding.

This follows Sankwasa’s refusal to be drawn into or recognise the recent vote to remove Gaos Julienne Gawanas and her traditional council.

The group, through its acting head, Shaun Asprilla Gariseb, said it was not surprised by Sankwasa’s comments and challenged the minister to put his position in writing rather than making statements that could further complicate the dispute.

Sankwasa, whose ministry oversees traditional authorities, said his office did not sanction the election and that he was not aware of who appointed the person who oversaw the vote.