Speaker signs book of condolences at Venezuela embassy following destructive earthquake

Eino Vatileni Speaker of the National Assembly Hon. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila on Monday signed a book of condolences at the Embassy of Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela in Windhoek after the devastating earthquake that took place in Venezuela in June causing widespread destruction. During the visit, the speaker called on the international community to continue to support…

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National Council Committee engages stakeholders on education sector performance

MERCY KARUUOMBE The National Council Standing Committee on Education, Science, ICT and Youth Development is in Otjiwarongo for week-long briefing sessions with stakeholders in the education, science, ICT, and youth development sectors. The purpose of this briefing sessions is to deepen the Committee’s understanding of the performance, opportunities and challenges within Namibia’s education, science, research,…

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Japan-Namibia cooperation gains momentum as ambassador updates Parliamentary Committees on investment progress

Eino Vatileni Japanese Ambassador to Namibia, H.E. Asazuma Shinichi, paid a courtesy visit to the Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources, Hon. Dr. Tobie Aupindi, and the Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Economy, Industry, Planning and Public Administration, Hon. Ipumbu Shiimi, at the National Assembly on Wednesday. The visit served…

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Speaker hails vocational training as equal pathway to success

Speaker hails vocational training as equal pathway to success …calls on private sector to assist govt efforts Eino Vatileni Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila on Monday commended the Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila Resource and Vocational School in Outapi for its commitment to providing inclusive education and creating opportunities for learners who may struggle in…

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U.S. clinic donates medical supplies to Mankumpi clinic

STAFF REPORTER National Council chairperson Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha on Friday received a donation of medical supplies from the Kaiser Permanente Medical Center in Washington. The donation, comprising gauze bandages, face masks, syringes, suction bulbs, needles, reading glasses, surgical scissors, and more, is intended to benefit the Mururani Village Clinic in Hon. Muha’s Mankumpi Constituency…

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MPs urged to turn plans into action for ordinary Namibians

Rafael Hangula OTJIWARONGO – National Council Chairperson Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha has called on Members of Parliament in the National Council to strengthen oversight of the Executive and ensure government programmes deliver tangible benefits to ordinary Namibians. Speaking at the opening of the National Council’s 2026/2027 Standing Committees Annual Planning and Budgeting Session in Otjiwarongo…

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NBC praised for preserving Namibia’s languages and culture

Speaker of the National Assembly Hon. Dr. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila has praised the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) for its role in preserving the country’s languages, culture and national identity over the past 35 years. Speaking at the broadcaster’s anniversary celebrations in Windhoek on Friday, Hon. Kuugongelwa-Amadhila said NBC occupies a unique position in Namibia’s media landscape…

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Speaker calls for fairer portrayal of women in media

Speaker of the National Assembly Hon. Dr. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila has called on media institutions to improve the way women, particularly those in leadership positions, are portrayed in the news. Speaking at the 35th anniversary celebrations of the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) in Windhoek on Friday, Kuugongelwa-Amadhila said media coverage often places disproportionate emphasis on controversy,…

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Parliament engages ECN on Electoral Bill reforms

Eino Vatileni Members of the Parliamentary Standing  Committee on Constitutional and Legal Affairs and Petitions met with officials from the Electoral Commission of Namibia in Gobabis on Friday to review the Draft Electoral Bill. The consultative workshop focused on proposed amendments, identifying areas requiring further consideration, and developing recommendations for Parliament’s consideration. The Electoral Bill…

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