Namibia halts all state funerals amid criticism of the high cost

Namibia puts halt on state funerals amid criticism of high costs The Namibian government has imposed a temporary ban on state funerals due to escalating expenses. Minister Emma Theofelus announced the moratorium until April 2026 while a review committee assesses official burial processes. The decision, following discussions at a recent Cabinet meeting, comes amid scrutiny over the increasing costs of state burials, prompting the need for a review to address the issue.