The Chairperson of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Africa Region Executive Committee, Hon. Fabakary Tombong Jatta, has called on African parliamentarians to continue working together to strengthen democratic governance and development across the continent. Hon. Jatta who serves as the Speaker of the Gambian Parliament made the remarks on Thursday, during the official opening of…
Chairperson of the National Council, Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha, has urged members of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Africa Region to ensure that the continent plays an active role in shaping the future of the organisation. He made the remarks during the official opening of the 90th Executive Committee Meeting of the CPA Africa Region…
The Parliament of the Republic of Namibia will host the 90th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Africa Region Executive Committee (EXCO) Meeting from 2 to 6 March 2026 in Swakopmund. Speaking during a press conference held on Thursday, Secretary to the National Council, Advocate Tousy Namiseb, said the hosting of the meeting reflects Namibia’s continued commitment to…
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on International Relations, Defence and Security paid a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs, led by its Chairperson, James Uerikua. The delegation was warmly received by the Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs, Hon. Frans Kapofi; the Deputy Minister, Hon. Dr. Charles Mubita; the Executive Director; and…
The Public Service Commission of The Kingdom of Lesotho paid a courtesy visit to the Speaker of the National Assembly, Honourable Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, as part of its official study tour to Namibia from 23–27 February 2026. The Lesotho PSC delegation, led by its Chairperson, Advocate Mpeo Limpho Mahase-Moiloa, was accompanied by the Chairperson of the…
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Honourable Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila held a meeting with UNICEF Country Representative, Mr. Samuel Ocran, to explore structured and strategic collaboration between the National Assembly and UNICEF. The discussions centred on strengthening parliamentary support in budget implementation and oversight, particularly in advancing budgeting and accountability mechanisms. The engagement underscored the importance…
A delegation from the Namibia Defence Force (NDF) Command & Staff College visited the Parliament of Namibia to gain insight into the country’s law-making process, they were welcomed by the Deputy Secretary, Mr Oscar Muyatwa. The visit provided officers with a comprehensive overview of parliamentary procedures, including how bills are drafted, debated, and enacted into…
Members of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources are today participating in the High-Level Workshop on Strengthening Biosafety Governance in Namibia, hosted by the National Commission for Research, Science & Technology at the Windhoek Country Club Resort. Convened under the Strengthening the Implementation of the National Biosafety Frameworks in Southern Africa (SINBF) Project, the…
Members of Parliament are attending a round table engagement hosted by the Namibia Business & Intellectual Property Authority (BIPA) under the theme: “Growing the Local Creative Industry to Grow the Economy Through a Balanced and Effective Copyright Legal System.” The engagement aims to equip lawmakers with insight into the provisions of the Draft Namibia Copyright…
A delegation from Uganda’s Opposition Party, led by the Leader of the Opposition, Hon. Joel B. Ssenyonyi, paid a courtesy visit to the Speaker of the National Assembly of Namibia, Hon. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila. The Ugandan parliamentarians are currently being hosted by Namibia’s Leader of the Official Opposition, Hon. Immanuel Nashinge, as part of an official…