Rafael Hangula Midrand, South Africa – The Southern Africa Regional Caucus has assigned newly sworn-in Members of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) from Namibia to serve on key Permanent Committees of the continental legislative body. The Caucus, which plays a crucial role in coordinating regional positions and promoting unity among member states, made the appointments earlier…
Rafael Hangula Midrand, South Africa – Four Namibian Members of Parliament were officially sworn in yesterday as members of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), underpining Namibia’s obligation to continental unity and democratic governance. The newly designated members, Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Phillipus Katamelo, along with Uahekua Herunga, Anseline Beukes, and Rodney Cloete took their oath during…
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on International Relations, Defence and Security concluded a critical five-day oversight and stakeholder consultative visit to the Erongo Region, held from 14 to 18 July 2025. Led by Committee Chairperson Honourable James Uerikua, formed part of the Committee’s constitutional mandate to evaluate the performance, readiness, and coordination of institutions responsible for…
Women representation in National Assembly falls to 38% By: Eino Vatileni The Southern African Development Communities Parliamentary Forum (SADC-PF) has proposed the immediate establishment of a National Women’s Parliamentary Caucus. The call was made by the forum secretary general Boemo Sekgoma at the capacity building workshop for women in politics and decision-making at Swakopmund on…
Zurretta Maveoro ZAMBEZI REGION – Young people across the Zambezi Region say they are struggling to find employment despite completing their studies at various institutions of higher learning and vocational training. They also questioned how free education helps when it does not lead to employment, pointing to the number of unemployed graduates in the region.…
The National Assembly Public Accounts Committee (PAC) is currently participating in a technical training workshop in Oshakati from 14–18 July 2025, aimed at capacitating Members of Parliament to effectively review audit reports produced by the Office of the Auditor-General. This is part of Parliament’s broader effort to enhance oversight, transparency & accountability in the management…
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources is currently holding its Capacity Building workshop with stakeholders in Swakopmund. The week-long workshop aims to capacitate Members of Parliament and staff with the knowledge, skills and understanding related to the policies, regulations, and legislative mandates of line ministries and institutions falling under the Committee’s portfolio. The objective…
Hon. Dr. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, Speaker of the National Assembly, met with Dr. Helena Nelago Iileka of Umoja Northern Private Hospital in Outapi, accompanied by her delegation. The meeting focused on Umoja’s mission to enhance access to quality healthcare in underserved communities, including the intent to establish a dedicated admitting facility. The Speaker expressed strong interest…
On 9 July 2025, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a landmark address to the Parliament of Namibia during his first official visit to the country. The session convened at the invitation of the Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Dr Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila and marked the first time an Indian Prime Minister addressed the Namibian…
Sakeus Iikela Members of the National Council Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Housing are currently attending the 43rd Annual Southern African Transport Conference (SATC), underway from 7 to 10 July 2025 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria. The conference, being held under the theme “Mobility solutions to Southern African challenges,” brings together…