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Parliamentary Standing Committee On Education, Youth, Civic Relations, And Community Development Concludes Comprehensive Stakeholder Consultations In Oshakati

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Youth, Civic Relations, and Community Development has concluded a weeklong series of in-depth stakeholder consultations in Oshakati (from 28 July until 01 August 2025), aimed at assessing progress, addressing challenges, and exploring policy reforms in key social development sectors. This occasion was officiated by the Honourable Hofni Iipinge, Governor…

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Parliamentary Standing Committee Probes Contract Labour Practices in Namibia’s Mining Sector

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The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Poverty Reduction and Labour Relations has commenced an oversight mission to investigate the growing use of contract labour in Namibia’s mining sector. The mission kicked off this week in the Erongo Region and will continue through the /Karas, Oshikoto, Otjozondjupa, and Khomas regions until 16 August 2025. The Committee is…

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Pan-African Parliament calls for reparative justice

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MIDRAND, South Africa – The Pan-African Parliament (PAP) has issued a powerful and unified call for reparative justice, African unity, and institutional reform, aligning with the African Union’s 2025 theme, “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent through Reparations.” The call was made during the 5th Ordinary Session of the 6th PAP, currently underway in Midrand,…

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Parliamentary Committee on Constitutional, Legal Affairs and Petitions Engages Sectoral Stakeholders

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Opuwo, Kunene Region | 21–25 July 2025 The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Constitutional, Legal Affairs and Petitions concluded a week-long stakeholder consultation mission in Opuwo, Kunene Region, aimed at strengthening parliamentary oversight through meaningful dialogue with various government Offices, Ministries, and Agencies in the constitutional and legal fraternity. These consultations form part of the Committee’s…

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Parliamentary Standing Committee On Ict Strategizes For A Digitally Inclusive Namibia

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The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Information and Communication Technology (ICT) convened in Swakopmund for a week-long workshop (28 July -01 August 2025) aimed at strengthening ICT governance and digital innovation across the country. The workshop brings together key stakeholders from government institutions, civil society, and the private sector to align strategies that will shape Namibia’s…

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Muha Flags Gaps in CPA Branch Participation

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Staff Reporter CPA Africa Sub-Regional Representative for Southern Africa, Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha, has called for renewed commitment from CPA sub-national branches to address persistent gaps in participation, subscription compliance, and the implementation of gender-focused strategies.He made these remarks when he concluded a week-long oversight visit to three CPA Sub-National Branches in South Africa from…

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India–Namibia ties strengthened

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● Andreas Sheya Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi became the first Indian leader in 27 years to address the Parliament of Namibia.This comes after the Prime Minister addressed Namibian members of Parliament earlier in July this year. Welcoming him, Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila called the occasion “a moment of historical significance” and a reaffirmation of the…

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Namibia, São Tomé and Príncipe vows to strengthen legislative cooperation

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Andreas Sheya Secretary of São Tomé and Príncipe Domingos Boa Norte said his country’s parliament is committed to deepening institutional ties with the Parliament of Namibia. Norte made these remarks during a meeting with his Namibian counterpart, Esther Kaapanda, secretary to the National Assembly while on a weeklong visit to Namibia from 21-29 June…

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Namibian lawmakers assigned to Pan-African Parliament Committees

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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…

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Namibian MPs sworn in at Pan-African Parliament

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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…

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