One of the first female judges in the High Court, Mrs Justice Mavis Gibson, retired last week. Hailing from Zimbabwe where she also served as judge, Judge Gibson was one of the earliest pillars of the Namibian High Court.

A caricature of Mrs. Justice Mavis Dorothy Gibson, which was painted by celebrated local artist, Trudy Dicks. Judge Gibson retired last week after serving for just over 12 years as a judge of the High Court of Namibia.

Judge Gibson was first appointed judge of the High Court on 18 December 1995. For the next 12 years she served in this capacity.
A statement from the Registrar of the High Court, Mr E.C. Kastoor commended Judge Gibson for her work.
"The Chief Justice expresses his profound appreciation for Justice Gibson's important contribution to the administration of justice in the country and wishes her a happy well-earned retirement," Kastoor said.