Namibia renews call for Cuba’s removal from terrorism sponsor list

Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Dr. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, has reiterated Namibia’s commitment to supporting Cuba’s removal from the list of countries sponsoring terrorism. Kuugongelwa-Amadhila said Namibia also condemns the unfair treatment of Cuba, adding that Namibia is defending values that it cherishes. The speaker made these remarks during a courtesy visit by the Cuban…

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PARLIAMENTARY COMMITTEE ON ECONOMY AND INDUSTRY HOLDS STAKEHOLDERS CONSULTATION WORKSHOP IN SWAKOPMUND

The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Economy and Industry, Public Administration and Planning, successfully hosted a three-day stakeholders’ consultation workshop in Swakopmund from 26–28 August 2025. The workshop brought together government institutions, policymakers, the private sector, and civil society to deliberate on Namibia’s economic growth, industrial development, and governance priorities while strengthening parliamentary oversight. The Chairperson…

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Parliamentary committee wraps up oversight visit to education capital projects in northern regions

Eino Vatileni The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Youth, Civic Relations and Community Development has concluded its oversight visit to assess capital projects under the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture in the Ohangwena, Kavango East, and Kavango West regions. The visit took place from 18–23 August 2025 and focused on long-standing projects under the…

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Onandjokwe Maternity Ward Nearing Completion

Zurretta Maveoro A-120 bed maternity ward which has been under construction at the Onandjokwe Lutheran Hospital in the Oshikoto Region since 2015 is nearing completion. Officials at the hospital briefed the National Council Committee on Health, Social Welfare and Labour Affairs that the project was delayed due to changes in contractors. The Committee visited the…

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Namibia participates in the 54th Annual Regional Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Africa Region

The Delegation of the Parliament of the Republic of Namibia attended the 54th Annual Regional Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Africa Region was held in Banjul, The Gambia from 10-16 August 2025. The conference was held under the theme, “Strengthening Democratic Governance and Resilience in Africa: Tackling Conflicts, Economic Shocks and Climate Risks”, and…

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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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Pan-African Parliament calls for reparative justice

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

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

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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