May 26, 2023
Justice David Smuts of the Supreme Court of
Namibia shares how he has helped shape Namibia’s laws and legal
system to imbed human rights into the country.
On this episode of The Lawyers Weekly Show, host Jess
Feyder speaks with Justice David Smuts about the changes
he’s been instrumental in in Namibia’s legal system and how he went
about securing those changes.
Justice Smuts discusses how he challenged laws and aspects of the
constitution, at a time when the country gained independence and
its constitution and legal framework were being formed.
His Honour also discusses how he has presided over court
cases and worded judgments, aiming to influence the law and
broader society to move towards equality and rights for both humans
and animals.
Justice Smuts discusses his career path, his motivations, and the
methods he’s used to challenge laws and drive change, reflecting on
how Namibia’s society has changed and how the judiciary has played
a role in moving the country towards equality.
His Honour also muses on the significance of the judiciary in its
role of upholding moral principles and human rights for a country
and gives advice to Australian lawyers who are passionate
about driving positive legal and social change.
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