Namibia: President Bans Phones in Cabinet

Senior politicians have raised concerns over a presidential directive requiring government officials to surrender their phones before Cabinet meetings, saying it threatens their privacy and shows a lack of trust.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah reportedly enforced the rule after constantly expressing concern over the use of cellphones during Cabinet meetings.

However, some government officials feel this regulation infringes on their privacy.

Some say the rule aims to police them. Senior…