Namibia-South Africa Bi-National Commission

Niël Terblanché Namibia and South Africa are edging closer to resolving the more than three-decade-long dispute over the Orange River boundary. During the official start of the Namibia-South Africa Bi-National Commission meeting held in Swakopmund on Monday, this vital geographical and economic feature for both countries was the main point on the agenda. Namibia’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Dr Peya Mushelenga, pointed to the importance of the joint efforts in concluding negotiations over the boundary. Mushelenga said that the Orange River, which forms part of the natural boundary between Namibia and South Africa, is a lifeline for communities…