The management of Wernhil Park shopping centre in Windhoek has issued a statement distancing itself from an incident where a woman was allegedly asked to leave the mall for being inappropriately dressed. The statement was released on Thursday, April 3, 2026.
In the verified statement, mall management clarified that Wernhil Park does not have a formal dress code policy and respects what consumers choose to wear. They emphasized that their primary focus is on providing a safe and welcoming environment for all shoppers.
The incident, which circulated on social media, prompted the public clarification. Management stated they are investigating the circumstances of the alleged event but maintain that no official policy was violated by their staff. They encouraged anyone with concerns to contact management directly.