Rafael Hangula The Speaker of the Parliament of Malawi and President of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Africa Region, Rt. Honourable Sameer Suleman, has officially confirmed that Malawi will host the CPA Africa Region Conference and Annual General Meeting in August 2026. The announcement was made at the official opening of the 90th CPA Executive Committee Meeting held at…
Rafael Hangula Swakopmund- Vice President (VP) of the Republic of Namibia, Her Excellency Lucia Witbooi, today officially opened the 90th Executive Committee (EXCO) Meeting of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) African Region in Swakopmund. The CPA-Africa Region promotes parliamentary democracy, good governance, and cooperation among legislatures across the continent. It also provides an important platform for African parliaments to…
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…
Namibia commemorated the 36th Anniversary of the adoption of the Constitution of the Republic of Namibia on 9 February 2026, a defining milestone in the nation’s democratic journey and a solemn reminder of the values upon which the Republic is founded. In her official message, the Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, described…
• Staff Reporter The 2026 legislative year officially opened on Tuesday, 03 February 2026, with a strong call for unity, accountability, and people-centered governance, as President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and Speaker of the National Assembly Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila urged Members of Parliament to rise above partisanship and deliver tangible results for Namibians. Opening the Third Session of…
Members of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Economy, Industry, Public Administration and Planning, led by its Chairperson, Honourable Ipumbu Shiimi, undertook extensive oversight visits in the //Kharas and Omaheke Regions to assess the implementation of key capital projects and development initiatives aimed at strengthening economic growth and improving public service delivery. These visits formed part…
Mercy Karuuombe The Vice Chairperson of the National Council, Hon. Emma Muteka, says women are devalued in society, especially when it comes to politics. Hon. Muteka said this at a Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA-UK) delegation meeting with female National Council MPs on Thursday at parliament. She was responding to a question posed by a UK…
Sakeus Iikela Chairperson of the National Council, Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha has called on the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) to take stronger action in supporting member countries facing political instability and conflict. Speaking during a courtesy call with a delegation of Members of Parliament from the United Kingdom representing the CPA in Windhoek last week,…
Sakeus Iikela Chairperson of the National Council Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha has urged members of the 7th National Council to take their oversight role seriously and continue to build their capacity to effectively review laws and hold the executive accountable. Muha was speaking during the opening of a week-long orientation and induction programme for members…
Sakeus Iikela Chairperson of the National Council Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha has called for the regulation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to ensure it protects democracy and serves the public good. Muha was speaking during a workshop on AI in Parliament: Balancing innovation, oversight and adaptation at the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of…
Story By Andreas Sheya A parliamentary delegation from the Republic of Angola paid a courtesy visit to Namibia’s Deputy Speaker, Hon. Phillipus Katamelo who warmly welcomed the delegation whilst reflecting on the historic bonds between the people of Angola and Namibia, dating from years of the liberation struggle. He underscored that citizens of the two…
The Parliament of the Republic of Namibia is participating in the 58th Plenary Assembly of the Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC-PF), taking place from 30 November to 5 December 2025 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, under the theme “The Impact of Climate Change on Women and Youth in the SADC Region and the…
Story by Andreas Sheya Honourable Dr. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila today received a courtesy visit from the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran, H.E. Mohammad Beigi. The meeting underscored the continued strengthening of bilateral relations and the advancement of parliamentary cooperation between Namibia and Iran. During the engagement, Ambassador Beigi highlighted that the Iranian Parliamentary Friendship…
Story by Andreas Sheya The Parliamentary Committee on International Relations, led by its Chairperson, Hon. James Uerikua, held an informal engagement with Dr. Thorsten Hutter, the German Ambassador to Namibia. The engagement follows an invite in which the German Embassy expressed their willingness to establish a networking forum with Members of various Parliamentary Committees ,…
Vice President statement at the send-off ceremony of the 6th National Council-FINAL 10 NOVEMBER 2025
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on International Relations, Defense and Security paid a courtesy visit to His Excellency Zhao Weiping, the Chinese Ambassador to the Republic of Namibia. Ambassador Zhao warmly welcomed the delegation and expressed his appreciation for the visit. The Committee Chairperson, Honorable James Uerikua, provided an overview of the Committee’s mandate and reflected…
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Dr. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, received a courtesy visit from H.E. Jerobeam Kakeke Shaanika, Ambassador Designate of the Republic of Namibia to the Federal Republic of Germany. During the meeting, discussions centered on the state of bilateral relations between Namibia and Germany, highlighting cooperation in areas such as development assistance,…
Noreen Sitali Geneva, Switzerland, Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, led the Namibian delegation in a bilateral meeting with the Speaker of the Council of the Nation of Algeria, Hon. Azzouz Nasri on the sidelines of the 151st IPU Assembly in Geneva. During the meeting, the two sides reaffirmed the historic and fraternal…
Geneva- The Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Namibia, Hon. Dr. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, held a bilateral meeting with her Australian counterpart, Hon. Milton Dick, MP, Speaker of the House of Representatives of Australia, on the sideline of the 151st Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Geneva. The discussions focused on gender equality, inclusive…
Sakeus Iikela Vice chairperson of the National Council, Victoria Mbawo-Kauma, says Namibia should amend the law regulating regional council elections to ensure equal gender representation at the regional level. Kauma argues that the current system, known as first-past-the-post or winner-takes-all, used in regional council elections has become one of the biggest obstacles to achieving gender…
16 October 2025 The Commissioner General of the Namibia Correctional Service (NCS), Mr. Raphael Tuhafeni Hamunyela, warmly received members of the Parliamentary Standing Committee onInternational Relations, Defence and Security during a courtesy visit held on 16 October 2025.Leading the delegation, the Chairperson of the Committee, Hon. James Uerikua, outlined the Committee’s oversight mandate to ensure…
Sakeus Iikela Geneva, Switzerland – Speaker of the National Assembly Hon. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila has called on the international community to recommit to upholding international humanitarian law and protecting civilians in times of conflict. Speaking during the general debate of the 151st Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly in Geneva, Kuugongelwa-Amadhila said the Geneva Conventions remain a vital…
Windhoek The Parliamentary Standing Committee on International Relations, Defence and Security, led by its Chairperson, Honourable James Unomasa Uerikua, paid a courtesy visit to the Inspector General of the Namibian Police Force, Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, at the National Police Headquarters in Windhoek. The courtesy visit formed part of the Committee’s ongoing oversight activities aimed…
The National Assembly Parliamentary Standing Committee on International Relations, Defense and Security paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of the Namibia Defense Forces, Air Marshal Martin Pinehas at the Defense Headquarters in Windhoek. The Chief of Defense Forces, expressed great honor to receive members of Parliament at the Defense Headquarters. The Committee Chairperson, Hon.…
Zurretta Zia Maveoro The Gobabis District Hospital in Omaheke has not had a functioning theatre for major operations in eight years. Built before independence, the facility is now ever overcrowded, with decades-old equipment and power failures so frequent they disrupt mortuary services. Dentists at the hospital told the National Council Standing Committee of Health, social…
Rafael Hangula Midrand, South Africa – The Chairperson of the National Council, Hon Lukas Sinimbo Muha, has called on African parliaments to assume a more active and institutionalised role in promoting peace, unity, and stability across the continent. He made the remarks on Tuesday during the Annual Conference of Speakers of African Parliaments, held in Midrand,…
● Eino Vatileni Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila says Namibia is among the worst affected countries by climate change but misses out on funding due to its income classification. The speaker said Namibia, due to the classification, struggles to get funding to deal with emergency situations resulting from climate change that…
Windhoek, – A five-member delegation of Namibian Parliamentarians, led by the Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Philipus Katamelo, is attending the Sitting of the Permanent Committees and other Organs of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP), currently underway in Midrand, South Africa. The Sitting began today, 25 September, and will run until 04 October 2025.…
Sakeus Iikela During its first session in Windhoek on Tuesday, the 8th Rural Women Parliament elected Honourable Maria Mwala from Kavango East Region as the new Chairperson. Following her election, Mwala presided over the election of other office-bearers. Honourable Simon Nunyango from //Kharas Region was elected vice-chairperson and Honourable Bonifatius Kambongela from Khomas Region was…
Sakeus Iikela Vice President Lucia Witbooi has urged Namibians to view men as allies rather than obstacles to gender equality, saying that true progress depends on partnership between women and men. “The journey of empowerment is not one of exclusion but of partnership. Men must not be seen as obstacles to gender equality, but as…
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Dr. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, received a courtesy visit from a high-level European Union Delegation. The delegation was headed by the Chairperson of the Committee, Mr. Barry Andrews, and comprised eight (8) senior Members of the Committee, as well as the Chairperson of the European Parliament’s Delegation to the Africa-EU…
An EU Delegation engaged with the Chairpersons of key Parliamentary Standing Committees of the National Assembly to exchange views on the Namibian–EU Partnership. The consultations centered on Namibia’s economic and social development, civil rights, and other areas of mutual interest. The Delegation was warmly welcomed by Honourable Ipumbu Shiimi, Chairperson of the Committee on Economy…
Sakeus Iikela The Association of Regional Councils (ARC) has called for Regional Councils to be given a stronger voice in the National Council to ensure regional perspectives are fully reflected in national policy and legislation. Speaking at the 2nd National Council – Regional Councils Annual Conference in Windhoek, Hon. Mbangu Simushi, Chairperson of the Zambezi…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
● 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…
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…
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…
Zurretta Maveoro Katima Mulilo – Vice Chairperson of the National Council Hon. Victoria Kauma Mbawo has called on young people in the Zambezi region to start using their smartphones and social media to educate themselves about contemporary issues. She urged the youth to also start getting involved in initiatives aimed at uplifting them such as…
Zurretta Maveoro Chairperson of the National Council, Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha, has called on all eligible Namibians to register and participate in the upcoming Regional Council and Local Authority Elections, stressing that voting is a constitutional right and a vital tool for strengthening democracy at the grassroots level. Speaking at the launch of the 2025…
The Secretary of the São Tomé and Principe Parliament, Mr Domingos Boa Morte paid a courtesy visit to the Hon. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, Speaker of the National Assembly.The discussions entailed various strategic areas crucial for both parliaments to strengthen cooperation in fulfilling their legislative agenda. The delegation also observed the session of the 8th Parliament.
Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Dr. Saara Kuugongelwa Amadhila and Chinese Ambassador to Namibia, H.E. Zhao Weiping have reiterated the need for the two countries to collaborate more, singling out Artificial Intelligence (AI), investment and value addition as areas with potential for further cooperation. The discussion took place Monday during a courtesy visit by…
On Tuesday, 24 June 2025, the Parliamentary Committee on Economy and Industry, Public Administration under the leadership of Hon Iipumbu Shiimi, Chairperson and Hon Hilma N Iita, Deputy Chairperson engaged the Governor of the Bank of Namibia (BON). It is the first time and opportunity that the new Standing Committee of the 8th Parliament to…
Members who include Hons. Longinus Iipumbu, Paula Kooper, Paulus Mbangu, Lonia Kaishungu – Shinana and Olivia Hanghuwo are led by the Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Saara Kuugongelwa – Amadhila. The plenary is held under the theme “Harnessing Artificial Intelligence (AI) for effective and efficient parliamentary processes in SADC Region: Experiences, Challenges and Opportunities”.
Eino Vatileni Non-Resident Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Namibia, H.E. Hanan Jarrar paid a courtesy call to the National Assembly today. She was welcomed by the Deputy Speaker Hon.Phillipus Katamelo. The aim of the visit was to strengthen diplomatic engagements with the State of Palestine. In her address, Ambassador Jarrar provided an update on…
Zurretta Maveoro Vice Chairperson of the National Council Honourable Victoria Mbawo Kauma has called on fellow Members of Parliament to uphold the principles of accountability, transparency and integrity as they work to address challenges facing Namibians. She also called on Members to treat each other with mutual respect during debates. The Vice Chairperson made these…
Hon. Ingenesia Zaamwani-Kamwi was sworn in on Wednesday, 07 May 2025, as a Member of Parliament (non-voting member appointed by the President) , she fills the vacancy left by Hon. Dr. McAlbert Hengari.
Omatako Constituency Councillor, Hon. Israel Hukura, was sworn in on Wednesday as a new Member of the National Council, pledging to be a strong advocate for the voiceless.He fills the vacancy left by Swapo MP, Hon. Elder Fillipe, who joined the National Assembly earlier this year. Following his confirmation, Hon. Hukura committed to addressing…
SADC prison population stands at nearly 400 000 Eino Vatileni The SADC-PF Committee on Democracy, Governance and Human Rights is advocating for a SADC Model Law on Prison Oversight to guide parliaments in monitoring the treatment of prisoners and prison conditions. The law will act as a benchmarking reference for national parliaments of SADC countries…
Rafael Hangula Honourable Kennedy Simasiku, Regional Councillor for the Katima Mulilo Urban Constituency and member of the Swapo Party, was sworn in today as a member of the 6th National Council of the Parliament of Namibia. The swearing-in ceremony was presided over by Honourable Mr. Justice Hosea Angula at the Supreme Court in Windhoek. Honourable Simasiku…
Story by George Sanzila Date: 13 April 2025 Antalya, Turkey – The Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Wamkele Mene says Africa has begun to fast track the development of its infrastructure alongside harmonised trade regulations to attract investment and accelerate the continent’s economic development. Wamkele said this during a panel…
SWEARING IN: Hon. John Likando has been sworn in as a Member of the National Assembly by Chief Justice, Peter Shivute. His appointment follows the resignation of Hon. Lucia Witbooi who was recently appointed as Vice President of the Republic of Namibia.
The National Assembly is conducting an induction & orientation for members of the 8th Parliament who were sworn in last week under the theme: Fostering Effective & Meaningful Democracy’’.
Sakeus Iikela The Chairperson of the National Council, Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha, has called for legislative harmonisation across the African continent, emphasising the need for the enactment of laws that reflect the continent’s unique identity and serve its people first. “Africa is in our hands. It is now our collective responsibility to ensure that we…
FAREWELL Story By: Noreen Sitali As the 7th Parliament prepares to conclude its term on the 19th of March 2025, paving the way for the swearing-in ceremony for members of the 8th Parliament and the election of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker on the 20th of March, ahead of the transition, President Nangolo Mbumba delivered…
Story By: Sakeus Iikela A South African Member of Parliament has called for urgent action to implement a bilateral agreement on preserving the Nama language between Namibia and South Africa.Speaking in Windhoek on Monday, Hon. Newrene Klaaste, Speaker of the Northern Cape Provincial Legislature, warned that without concrete efforts between the two countries, the language…
The Namibian Civil Society Non-State Actors Network (NamNet) has paid a courtesy call on the Speaker of the National Assembly Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi on Thursday.The call was to strengthen ties between Parliament and Civil Society Organisations.Leading the delegation, Ronny Dempers called for an inclusion of civil society in the work of parliament and partnering…
Story by Andreas Sheya Namibia joins other members in celebrating Commonwealth Day 2025, which is being celebrated across the 56-member countries. Under this year’s theme “Together We Thrive,” which underscores embodiment of unity, peace, and the strength of these connected communities whereby all members play an active role to empower each other. In his remarks,…
Story by Sakeus Iikela Chairperson of the National Council Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha has reaffirmed Namibia’s steadfast support for Cuba, amid ongoing tension with the United States of America.While acknowledging Cuba’s invaluable assistance during Namibia’s struggle for Independence, Muha expressed concern over the economic sanctions imposed on Cuba by the new US administration under President…
Story by Noreen Sitali Members of the Pan-African parliament are gathered at the parliament’s headquarter in Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa for the Sitting of the Pan-African Parliament Permanent Committee and other Organs. The Sitting is convening under the African Union (AU) theme for 2025: “Justice for Africans and People Descent Through Reparations,” a theme which…
09 February 2025 Statement of Condolence from the Parliament of Namibia The Parliament of Namibia expresses its deepest sorrow at the passing of Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, Founding President of the Republic of Namibia, on 8 February 2025. His loss is deeply felt by the Namibian people, the legislative body, and the world. Dr. Nujoma’s…
COURTESY VISIT: SWEDISH PARLIAMENTARY DELEGATION 06 February 2025 The Speaker of the National Assembly, Prof. Peter Katjavivi, received a courtesy visit from a delegation of the Swedish Parliament. Prof. Katjavivi emphasized the strong and cordial relationship between the two countries across various sectors. He described the visit as an opportunity to engage, exchange perspectives,…
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Constitutional and Legal Affairs is on a weeklong benchmark visit to Denmark to engage with the Danish Parliament and key institutions to exchange ideas on access to justice, law reform, human rights protection, anti-corruption efforts, and the conduct of free and fair elections.The delegation will be in that country’s capital…
Eino Vatileni Parliament, through its e-parliament strategy, is set to modernize its operations with soon to be launched digital tools. The move is aimed at improving transparency, citizen engagement, and parliamentary efficiency ahead of the 8th Parliament.These key initiatives which include a mobile app, online bill register system, and an information communication technology policy framework…
Story by Sacky Kadhikwa The National Assembly, under the leadership of Speaker Prof. Peter Katjavivi, wholeheartedly supports the Biden Administration’s historic decision to remove Cuba from the U.S. Department of State’s list of states sponsoring terrorism. This landmark move signals a positive shift towards restoring diplomatic relations between Cuba and the United States, fostering…
Story by George Sanzila Date: 10/12/2024 Livingstone, Zambia – Speaker of the National Assembly of Zimbabwe, Hon. Adv. Jacob Mudenda, has hailed his Namibian counterpart, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi describing him as a towering figure in efforts to transform the Southern African Development Community Parliamentary Forum (SADC-PF) into a regional parliament. A valedictory ceremony was…
Eino Vatileni Namibian parliamentarians alongside other lawmakers from around the world, participated in the 45th Annual Forum of Parliamentarians for Global Action (PGA), held in Islamabad, Pakistan. The forum, held from October 28-29, 2024, also hosted the 13th Consultative Assembly of Parliamentarians on the International Criminal…
The African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) National Secretariat led by its Chief Executive Officer, Ambassador Lineekela Mboti visited the Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi today, to present the APRM Namibia Country Review Report. Ambasador Mboti informed the Speaker that the APRM Namibia Country Review Report was Namibia’s first peer review report…
Sakeus Iikela Johannesburg, South Africa — Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly Hon. Loide Kasingo has called on all African countries to introduce national programmes aimed at educating young people on the ideals of Pan-Africanism to strengthen unity and promote development on the continent. Kasingo said this is especially important to ensure that young people…
Story by George Sanzila Geneva, Switzerland – Namibia is listed among the 38% of countries that have passed legislation, adopted decisions and/or taken specific action in follow up to IPU outcomes. This was revealed during the special accountability segment of the General Debate at the IPU Assembly that assesses how parliaments have followed up on…
By Rafael Hangula Geneva – The Vice-Chairperson of the National Council, Victoria Kauma, has called on national parliaments and member states of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) to enact laws that will enhance women’s representation. Kauma made this appeal during a debate on gender parity titled “Pushing Back on the Pushback: Men and Women MPs…
Story by George Sanzila Date: 14/10/2024 Geneva, Switzerland – Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi has implored parliaments to enact legislations that establish ethical standards for science, technology and innovation development including ensuring the implementation of such laws. Speaker made this call today in his final speech to hundreds of delegates…
Story by George Sanzila Geneva, Switzerland – Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi was honoured on Saturday (12/10/24) by the SADC Group of parliaments ahead of the start of the 149th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly and Related meetings in Geneva, Switzerland. President of the Southern African Development-Parliamentary Forum (SADC-PF), Hon. Roger…
By George Sanzila Date: 09/10/24 Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi will lead a delegation of Members of Parliament to the 149th Inter Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly to be held in Geneva, Switzerland from 13 to 17 October 2024. According to a statement released by the world parliamentary body ahead of the…
Story by George Sanzila Date: 04 October 2024 Windhoek – Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi has described his late wife Jane Katjavivi as a social justice advocate and a staunch promoter of literature, who dedicated her life to preserving the Namibian heritage. Hon. Katjavivi mentioned this at the launch of…
Speaker opens Namibia Bremen Partnership Exhibition. Mayor of the Freie Hansestadt Bremen in German, Dr. Andreas Bovenschulte and his delegation paid a courtesy visit on the Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi today. In the company of Dr. Bovenschulte was his Namibian counterpart, the Mayor of the City of Windhoek, Her Worship…
Sakeus Iikela Chairperson of the National Council, Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha, has called on the international community to reform the United Nations Security Council to ensure that it responds meaningfully to all threats to global peace and security.He particularly criticised the veto power held by the five permanent members of the Security Council calling…
Story by George Sanzila The Ambassador of the People’s Republic of Algeria, H.E. Abdelkrim Diaf, today (11/09/24) paid a courtesy call on the Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi. The two, who recounted historical ties between the two countries established during Namibia’s struggle for independence, discussed several issues of mutual interest…
Nandi-Ndaitwah urges JNC members to champion education Sakeus Iikela Vice President H.E Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called on members of the Junior National Council to lead by example and encourage their peers to stay away from harmful behaviours such as alcohol and drugs, which can negatively impact education.She made these remarks when she officially opened…
The Chairperson of the National Council, Hon. Lukas Muha, had the honor of receiving a courtesy call from the Student Representative Council (SRC) of the Durban University of Technology (DUT). During the meeting, Hon. Muha provided a detailed overview of the mandate of the Parliament of Namibia and shared significant insights into the enduring relationship…
Hon Muha opens joint NC conference with Regional Councils The Chairperson of the National Council Hon Lukas Muha on Wednesday officially opened the joint National Council and Regional Councils conference in Tsumeb, Oshikoto Region. This important event will run until Friday, August 30, 2024. Under the theme “Harnessing the Roles and Mandates of the National…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi has called for a continued mutually beneficial partnership between China and African countries. Hon. Katjaivi mentioned this when he addressed delegates on Wednesday (21/08/24) at the commemoration of the 40th anniversary of the National People’s Congress of the People’s Republic…
Story by George Sanzila Date: 09/08/2024 Parliament has recommended that the Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Hon. Iipumbu Shiimi put on hold the controversial clause relating to the preservation of retirement benefits in the new Financial Institutions and Markets Act, Act. No2 of 2021, and that the regulations concerned be tabled in parliament…
The African Group of Negotiators Experts Support (AGNES) in collaboration with the Parliament of the Republic of Namibia are holding the second Southern Africa Parliamentarian Regional Meeting on strengthening the capacity of national parliaments on oversights in climate action accountability and reporting in Namibia from 31st July – 2nd August 2024. It was officially opened…
Sakeus Iikela Chairperson of the National Council Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha says Namibia is exploring the possibility of entering into a cooperation agreement with the Parliament of Zambia to learn more about how that country is implementing the Constituency Development Fund law. Muha said lessons from the implementation of the CDF law in Zambia will…
President of the Republic of Namibia, H.E. Dr. Nangolo Mbumba is addressing the newly sworn in Members of the 6th session of the Children’s Parliament drawn from schools in all 14 regions of Namibia.. President Mbumba is imploring new members to be inclusive in their representation hailing successes of the previous sessions such as the…
The sixth session of the Children’s Parliament is officially opened today by the President of the Republic of Namibia, H.E. Dr. Nangolo Mbumba.Hon. Jane Phiri from Hardap Region and Hon. Michael Ajiboso from Kavango East were elected as Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the 6th session of the Children’s Parliament respectively. The Children’s Parliament is…
Story by George Sanzila 01/07/2024 Luanda, Angola – The SADC Parlimentary Forum has launched its new Strategic Plan for 2024 – 2028 in Luanda, Angola ahead of the the start of the the forum’s 55th Plenary Asssembly which will be officially opened by Speaker of the Parliament of Angola, Hon. Carolina Cerqueira tommorow, 02 July…
Sakeus Iikela The Russian government has expressed openness to increasing the scholarship quota for Namibian students, particularly in the field of medicine, to further strengthen the relationship between the two countries. This announcement was made by Senator Yelena Perminova, the Chairperson of the Committee on Social Policy and Head of the Friendship Group for Cooperation…
Sakeus Iikela In a historic engagement, the Namibia-Russia Parliamentary Friendship Group held its first meeting in Windhoek to fortify the existing cooperation agreement and chart a future course for inter parliamentary interactions. The meeting was attended by members of the National Council and a delegation of members of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly…
The Chairperson of the National Council, Hon Lukas Sinimbo Muha, on Monday, welcomed a delegation of MPs from the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, led by Hon. Elena Perminova, Chairperson of the Committee on Social Policy and Head of the Friendship Group for Cooperation. The visit, described by Hon. Muha,…
Hon. Yelena Perminova, Chairperson of the Committee on Social Policy and Head of the Friendship Group for Cooperation who is leading a delegation of Russian MPs visiting Namibia, has appealed for continued strong bilateral relations between the two countries including parliament to parliament cooperation. She further sympathised with Namibians on the recent passing of President,…
President of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly, H.E. Dennis Francis addressed a joint sitting of parliament yesterday. The President of the UNGA is visiting Namibia as part of his outreach activities to various UN member countries, focusing on the need to accelerate the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).His visit also…
Report on the Visit to the Green Schemes in Zambezi, Kavango East and Kavango West; by Hon. Tweya
Sakeus Iikela Chairperson of the National Council, Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha, has emphasised the need for Namibia to deepen its relations with Indonesia to achieve tangible cooperation and collaboration in agriculture, aiming to boost food security. He made these remarks during a meeting with members of the Indonesian Parliament, who are visiting Namibia on a…
REMARKS BY HONOURABLE PROF. PETER H. KATJAVIVI, MP SPEAKER OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY ON THE OCCASION OF THE UNVEILING OF NEW VEHICLE REGISTRATION IDENTIFICATION FOR THE LEGISLATURE: 30 APRIL 2024
On Tuesday, 30 April 2024, the National Assembly and National Council, the two Houses of the Parliament of Namibia, will jointly launch their Vehicle Registrations. Read more >>>
THE University of Namibia this week graduated 27 Members of the National Council who successfully completed the Parliamentary Practice and Conduct Course at the ceremony held in Windhoek. Originally designed as a short course for parliamentarians, it has since evolved into a fully-fledged university program known as the Certificate in Parliamentary Practice and Conduct. The course…
Chairperson of the National Council, Honourable Lukas Sinimbo Muha officially opened the 2nd Session of the 3rd Junior National Council (JNC) today (11 September 2023) in the National Council Chamber at Parliament. In his address, the Presiding Officer expressed that there is a common perception in today’s world that the young generation is apathetic towards…
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Science, ICT and Youth Development concluded the first of its two-part oversight visit to various regions to assess the causes of the failure rate of learners who sat for the Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary Level (NSSCO) and the Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Advanced Subsidiary (NSSCAS) levels in the…
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs, Security, Constitutional and Legal Affairs (HASCLA) concluded its oversight engagements with selected Organizations, Ministries and Agencies (OMAs) under their ambit in Swakopmund, Erongo Region. During a briefing with the Executive Director (ED) in the Ministry of Justice, the Committee probed on the delay in the promulgation of the…
Hon Lukas Sinimbo Muha, Chairperson of the National Council and also the Deputy Chairperson of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Africa Region is attending the 85th Executive Committee meeting in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania from 03 – 07 August 2023. The CPA Africa Region is one of the key organs within the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association…
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs, Security, Constitutional and Legal Affairs (HASCLA) is conducting oversight engagements with selected Organizations, Ministries and Agencies (OMAs) under their ambit in Swakopmund, Erongo Region. So far, the Committee met the Magistrates Commission to discuss staffing issues, backlog of cases and delays experienced in the conclusion of cases, particularly petty…
Sakeus Iikela Chairperson of the National Council Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha, has called on African leaders to revisit their socio-economic developmental agendas and prioritise eradicating hunger and poverty on the continent. He made these remarks during a discussion on food security at the 18th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers in Yaoundé, Cameroon. According to…
Windhoek – Landless People’s Movement Constituency Councillors from the //Kharas region were sworn-in as Members of Parliament in the National Council this morning, 11 July 2023. The MPs are returning Karasburg East Councillor, Hon. Anseline Vincentina Beukes and newly-elected Keetmanshoop Rural Constituency Councillor, Hon. Willem Labuschagne. The LPM seats in the National Council became vacant…
The final week of the Second Ordinary Session of the Sixth Parliament commenced with Committee Meetings. Today, 30 May 2023, the Committee on Education, Culture, Tourism and Human Resources; Committee on Rules, Privileges and Discipline; Committee on Audit and Public Accounts as well as the Committee on Transport, Communication, Energy, Science, and Technology were the…
Story by Sakeus Kadhikwa The two Parliamentary Standing Committees of the National Assembly (Economics and Public Administration and that of Natural Resources) jointly organised a six-day oversight workshop in Swakopmund from the 29th May – 03 June 2023. Which brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including members of the Parliamentary Standing Committees on Economics…
Clad in beautiful and colourful traditional attire from across the continent, Members of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) commemorated a vibrant Africa Day and 60th Anniversary of the African Union yesterday, 25 May 2023 during the Second Ordinary Session of the Sixth Parliament at its headquarters in Midrand, South Africa. The call was for a re-ignited…
Midrand, South Africa: The Pan-African Parliament concluded its two-day workshop on the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) yesterday, 23 May 2023. The workshop which took place on the sidelines of the ongoing Second Session of the Sixth Parliament was aimed at devising strategies to accelerate continental free trade on the continent. Hon. McHenry Venaani,…
A MAJORITY of the African countries that are part of the Commonwealth are united behind the plan to restructure the organisation to give it relevance in the modern world. Under this plan, the member states intend to reform the organisation to address perceived imbalances and strengthen its relevance, taking into account issues such as representation,…
Midrand, South Africa: The Second Ordinary Session of the Sixth Pan-African Parliament (PAP) continued this morning (22 May 2023) with a workshop underscoring the theme of the African Union for the year 2023: “Accelerating the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA): The Strategic Significance of the Pan-African Parliament”. The aim of the seminar is to…
Sakeus Iikela The Chairperson of the National Council Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha has called on China to use its position as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council to advocate and support Africa’s bid to secure a permanent seat on the Council. “The UN has assisted Africa in terms of getting independence and…
The Parliamentary Dialogue with the Pan-African ParliamentCivil Society Forum is underway today, 19 May 2023, on the sidelines of the Second Session of the Sixth Pan African Parliament. The Keynote Speaker at the Parliamentary Dialogue is Namibia’s Minister of Justice, Hon. Yvonne Dausab, who will look into the role of civil society in the promotion…
Kenyan President, H.E William Ruto addressed the third African Parliamentarians Summit on Climate Policy and Equity, hosted by the Pan- African Parliament today (17 May 2023) in Midrand, South Africa. President Ruto addressed the summit in his capacity as the Head of the Committee of African Heads of State and Government on Climate Change. The…
MIDRAND, SOUTH AFRICA– The Second Ordinary Session of the Sixth Pan-African Parliament commenced on Monday, 15 May in Midrand, South Africa under the theme, “Accelerating the implementation of African Continental Free Trade Area (AFCFTA). At the occasion, President of the Union of Comoros and Chairperson of the African Union, H.E Azali Assoumani delivered the Keynote…
The Implementation and Coordination Committee of the National Council conducted an evaluation exercise from the 27th to the 31st of March 2023, where all Chairpersons of Standing Committees accounted for the execution of the activities of their respective Committees. The purpose of the evaluation exercise was to assess progress made on the implementation of the…
the National Council Standing Committees’ Annual Planning Session is underway at Parliament. The all-important engagement sets out key activities that Standing Committees plan to undertake in the 2023/2024 financial year. Opening the four-day indaba, Chairperson of the National Council, Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha stated the importance of planning together and for Members to take full…
On the 22nd of March, the Chairperson of the National Council, Hon. Sinimbo Lukas Muha entered into a historic cooperation agreement with the Federal Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, in Moscow, Russia. The signing of the cooperation agreement stems from Her Excellency, Mrs. Valentina Matviyenko, Chairperson of the Federal Council of…
By: Sakeus Iikela Namibia’s National Council and the Federal Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation on Wednesday signed an agreement which will facilitate the interaction and cooperation between Members of Parliament and staff of the two countries. The Chairperson of the National Council Hon, Lukas Sinimbo Muha, who is in Russia for…
Finance and Public Enterprises minister Iipumbu Shiimi today (22 February 2023) tabled a N$ 84.6 billion budget in the National Assembly for the 2023/24 financial year, which represents an increase of 9.7 percent from the comparable levels for last year. The theme of this year’s budget is “Economic Revival and Caring for the Poor”. “I…
The Namibian Parliament’s House of Review celebrates an illustrious Pearl Anniversary under the theme: “Celebrating Three Decades of Promoting Inclusive Participatory Democracy Through Regional Representation.” The National Council held its inaugural sitting on 23 February 1993, after the first Regional Council’s Elections of 1992. As the Upper House of the Namibian Parliament, the constitutional mandate…
OFFICIAL OPENING OF PARLIAMENT – 2023 The Parliament of the Republic of Namibia will officially open the 2023 calendar year under the theme “Enhancing Namibia’s Parliamentary Democracy Post COVID-19”. The opening address of this distinctive event will be delivered by His Excellency the President, Dr. Hage G. Geingob on the 14th of February 2023 at…
Sakeus Iikela Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Peter Katjavivi together with members of parliament, Hon. Emma Muteka and Hon. Lucia Witbooi officiated the launch of the Namibia e-Parliament Strategy on Thursday, 15 December 2022. The strategy is aimed at accelerating efficiency within the operation of parliament and in its interaction with stakeholders. Katjavivi said…
Venezuelan Member of the Latin-American and Caribbean Parliament, known as the Parlatino, Mr. Jullo Rafael Chavez Melendez paid a courtesy call on the National Council Chairperson. In their brief discussion, Hon. Lukas Muha expressed gratitude to Venezuela and its people for their contribution to Namibia’s independence, as well as the good relations the two countries…
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Science, ICT and Youth Development is undertaking regional visits to selected schools in the Kunene, Omusati, Kavango West, Kavango East, Zambezi, Erongo, Otjozondjupa, Omaheke, //Kharas, Hardap and Khomas regions to assess the status of community hostels. The oversight activity, which commenced on the 29th of August will conclude on…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – Speaker of the National Assembly Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi recalled his last moments with his late wife, in a moving tribute he delivered during a memorial service that was held on Thursday (18/08/22) to honour her memory. Jane Katjavivi lost her life in the presence of her husband while…
Various representatives from Government Ministries held briefing sessions with Members of Parliament today, 9 August 2022. The meetings were for MPs to be sensitized and given the gist of the proposed amendments to Bills that were referred from the National Assembly to the National Council for review. First up, was the Ministry of Industrialization and…
The National Assembly hereby informs the Namibian people of the passing on of Madame Rosemary Jane Katjavivi, the Spouse of the Speaker of the National Assembly. MESSAGE OF CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF MRS JANE KATJAVIVI
The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development briefed Members of Parliament on the long-awaited Constituency Development Fund on Friday, 5 August 2022. MPs expressed disappointment at the slow pace and lack of urgency with which the Bill, commonly referred to as the CDF Bill, has been handled. MPs stressed that the passing and implementation of…
Story by George Sanzila Swakopmund – Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Loide Kasingo has commended the Ministry of Justice for inaugurating a GBV victim friendly court noting that such a gesture would go a long way in strengthening the implementation of the existing legal frameworks aimed at eradicating gender-based violence. Deputy Speaker Kasingo…
Story by George Sanzila Lilongwe, Malawi – SADC countries should collaborate and exploit potential energy sources existing in the region in order to curtail the long-standing energy crisis that has been exacerbated by the effects of the ongoing war in eastern Europe. These sentiments were shared by Hon. Agnes Kafula at a symposium of the…
Zimbabwean Chief, Fortune Charumbira was elected as the new President of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) late Wednesday evening (29 June 2022). Charumbira’s election was widely celebrated in Southern Africa as he is first person from the sub-region to lead PAP. Although he was the sole presidential candidate, running for PAP presidency requires the support of…
With deep sadness I, Lukas Sinimbo Muha, Chairperson of the National Council, have learned of the passing of my comrade, friend and former National Council Member, late Comrade Ambrosius Kandjii, who passed away in the early hours of Wednesday, 8 June 2022 in Gobabis. Late Comrade Kandjii was a Member of the National Council, Parliament…
Family, friends and colleagues of the late Protasius Nambudhi descended upon the Corpus Christ Roman Catholic Church in Windhoek yesterday, 8 June 2022 to pay their respects to the late Nambudhi, who passed away on Friday, 3 June 2022 in a tragic car accident. Speaking on behalf of the National Council, the Administrative Head, Adv.…
Management and staff of the National Council paid a visit to the family of the late Protasius Nambudhi who passed away on Friday, 3 June 2022. Speaking on behalf of the grieving staff members at the family home, Director for General Services, Research and Information, Ms. Hilia Amakali thanked the family of the late for…
With deep sadness, the Secretary to the National Council, Adv. Tousy Namiseb, hereby, announces the untimely passing of Mr. Protasius Nambudhi, who was a Security Operations Officer in the Security and Operations Division: Office of the Secretary. Mr. Nambudhi passed away on Friday, 3 June 2022 in a tragic car accident. Mr. Nambudhi, or Prota…
ReconNamibia, a subsidiary of the Canadian-based oil and gas company, ReconAfrica held a briefing session yesterday (30 May 2022) with Members of Parliament to expound on their oil and gas exploration expedition in the Kavango regions. The purpose of the meeting was to an information sharing briefing on the status of oil discovery in Namibia as…
Members of Parliament attended a Parliamentary Public Engagement on Tackling Climate Change – Forestry as a Key Sector today, 20 May 2022. The aim of the engagement is to strengthen the Namibian Governments’ work in addressing the unsustainable use of timber resources and uncontrolled deforestation. Officially opening the event, Chairperson of the National Council, Hon. Lukas…
Hon. Ephraim Nekongo was today (12/05/2022) sworn in as a Member of Parliament in the National Assembly by the Chief Justice, His Honour Peter Shivute. His appointment follows the resignation of Hon. Leon Jooste from the National Assembly.
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – Members of Parliament from the South African National Council of Provinces (NCOP) that are visiting the National Council for benchmarking, paid a courtesy call on the Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi today (10/05/2022). The NCOP is the equivalent of the National Council in Namibia.…
Members of the South African Parliament in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), paid a courtesy call on the Chairperson of the National Council, Hon. Lukas Muha earlier today, 10 May 2022. The Chairperson welcomed the visiting delegation heartily, noting that due to its representative role, a visit to the National Council equates a visit…
The official launch of the Parliamentarian Practice and Conduct Course of Members of Parliament in the National Council took place yesterday, 9 May 2022 at Parliament. Speaking at the event, the Chairperson of the National Council Hon. Lukas Muha stated that a program of this nature enhances the general understanding of the separation of powers…
The Ambassador of the State of Palestine to Namibia, H.E. Hanan Jarrar paid a Courtesy call on the Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi today (21/04/2022). The two exchanged views on the need for Parliamentary cooperation between Namibia and Palestine. Their discussion embedded on various areas of collaboration aimed at reinforcing the…
The National Council Standing Committee on Home Affairs, Security, Constitutional and Legal Affairs (HASCLA) conducted oversight visits to several national border posts across the country to assess the status of the borders from the 7th to the 25th of March 2022. The oversight activity was two-fold, as while on the visit to gazetted border posts, the Standing…
The Speaker of the National Assembly Hon Prof Peter Katjavivi today (11/04/2022) held a meeting with the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) on issues of mutual interest. The meeting also served as a platform to introduce new ECN Commissioners. The Chairperson of the ECN Elsie Nghikembua and the Chief Electoral Officer Theo Mujoro led the…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – Japan Ambassador to Namibia, H.E. Hideaki Harada bid farewell to the Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi today (08/04/22). H.E. Harada’s term of office as Ambassador in Namibia started in 2018. Ambassador Harada noted during the farewell that Japan’s interest has always been to strengthen political,…
The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism says that government held several consultations with different stakeholders including the Chief of the Hambukushu Traditional Authority, Fumu Erwin Mbambo regarding the issue of Bwabwata National Park. The Ministry says that according to the Cabinet submission of 08 June 1999, the Ministry of Lands, Resettlement and Rehabilitation,…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi says even though Namibia’s contribution to greenhouse gas emissions is negligible, it continues to bear the brunt of climate change. Hon. Katjavivi mentioned this recently during a debate at the ongoing Inter Parliamentary Union (IPU) 144th Assembly taking place in…
BWABWATA-The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Constitutional and Legal Affairs undertook a Fact-Finding visit to Bwabwata National Park from 14 March 2022 to 17 March 2022 prompted by a petition submitted to the National Assembly on 19 November 2021 by the Hambukushu Traditional Authority. The petition titled “Petition on the Management of Bwabwata Communal Land by…
Chairperson of the National Council, Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha’s outreach programme continued on the 21st of February 2022, with the Presiding Officer paying a Courtesy visit to the Governor of the Kavango East region, Hon. Bonifatius Wakudumo were various developmental and socio-economic issues in the region were discussed. This was followed by a well-attended community…
On 23 February 2022, the National Council celebrated 29 years. The National Council held its inaugural sitting on 23 February 1993, after the first Regional and Local Authority Elections held in November 1992 elected the first Regional Councillors in an independent Namibia. At inception, the National Council had only two parties represented in the House…
The National Council wishes to invite members of the media to cover the opening session of the consultative meeting between the National Council’s Secretariat and Chief Regional Officers representing all 14 regions in the country. The objective of the meeting is to strengthen cooperation between the National Council Secretariat and various regional councils to improve…
The sitting of Monday, 7 March 2022 has been cancelled. However, the Assembly will sit on Tuesday, 8 March 2022 onwardSitting Adjustment
WINDHOEK- Office Bearers and Secretariat from the Southern Africa Development Community Organisation of Public Accounts Committees (SDACOPAC) today (22/02/2022) met with the Speaker of the National Assembly Hon Prof Peter Katjavivi as they continue with their three-day working visit to the parliament of Namibia. The Speaker has informed the SDACOPAC delegation that the National Assembly…
The Southern Africa Development Community Organisation of Public Accounts Committees (SADCOPAC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the SADC Parliamentary Forum (SADC PF) to empower Members of Parliament (MPs) from the member states to effectively carry out their functions of oversight over public sector finances as well as promoting good governance in…
Windhoek- Office Bearers from the Southern Africa Development Community Organisation of Public Accounts Committees (SADCOPAC) and Secretariat are here in Namibia for a three-day (21-23 February 2022) working visit to the Parliament of Namibia. The aim of the visit is to discuss the role and objectives of SADCOPAC and the progress on the implementation…
First in kick-starting the events of the two-week long activities which started on Monday, 14 February, was a courtesy call on the Governor of the Otjozondjupa Region, Hon. James Uerikua, where the National Council Chairperson, Hon. Lukas Muha shared the purpose and aim of the regional visits. After the courtesy call on the Governor, the…
Pamela Mate Senior Staff of the National Council together with Members of the Ministerial Implementation Team (MIT), are meeting to formulate and craft a new Strategic Plan for the 2022 – 2027 period. Prior to the pre-working workshop meeting currently underway, the respective Directorates within the institution had one-on-one sessions with the consultant, in which…
Pamela Mate The Chairperson of the National Council, Hon. Lukas Sinimbo Muha, will be conducting regional visits to the Otjozondjupa and Kavango East regions from Monday, 14 February to Saturday, 27 February 2022. The regional visits by the Office of the Chairperson forms part of Outreach Programme activities as set out in the National Council…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – The Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi has suggested that civic education be held to inform and educate Namibian citizens about the purpose and importance of the constitution. Hon. Katjavivi said this in an interview with the media on Wednesday, (09/02/2022) during the marking of the…
Story by George Sanzila A three-day training workshop for the National Assembly Select Committee on budget focusing on public financial management, the budget process and oversight is currently underway. The workshop is organized in collaboration with the Enhancing Participatory Democracy in Namibia (EPDN) programme, which is a partnership programme of the European Union and…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi in the company of his Deputy, Hon. Prof. Loide Kasingo addressed the management of the institution today (02/02/2022), in a meeting meant to set the tone for the year 2022 for the institution. The meeting was aimed at…
National Council: 2021 in Review. The legislative business of the 6th National Council Chamber took place in the 1st to the 3rd Quarter in the financial Year ending 2021/2022, during the period between 10 May to 09 December 2021. Amid the challenging times due to the global Covid 19 pandemic, the National Council held two…
Pamela Mate A meeting between Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and Parliament took place today (24 January 2022), aimed as discussing collaboration between the two entities in Parliament’s role of oversight of public policies and programmes. In her introductory remarks, Secretary to the National Assembly, Ms. Lydia Kandetu, underscored the need for such engagements, noting…
Hon. Maria Sirombo of All People’s Party (APP) was sworn in today (15/12/21) as a Member of Parliament in the National Assembly by Judge Sylvester Mainga. Her appointment follows the passing of the late APP President, Hon. Ignatius Shixwameni.
Pamela Mate The Minister of Urban and Rural Development, Hon. Erastus Uutoni, yesterday (7 December 2021) briefed Members of the National Council on the status of the Constituency Development Fund Bill, commonly referred to as the CDF Bill. The Minister informed the Members that consultations by the Cabinet Committee on Treasury had been concluded and…
Pamela Mate The National Council this week (29 November 2021) inaugurated two new Members. The new Members of Parliament are Hon. Kosmas Kayayuka Katura from the Musese Constituency in the Kavango East region and Hon. Bennety Likukela Busihu from Kongoloa Constituency in the Zambezi region. The Members replaced the late Katima Mulilo Urban Constituency Councillor…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – The Action Namibia Coalition submitted its input on the Access to Information Bill (ATI) during a public hearing conducted by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Information and Communication Technology today (29/11/2021). Action Namibia Coalition is a grouping of activists, civil society and media organizations advocating for a comprehensive ATI…
Pamela Mate This week, Members of the 6th National Council are meeting key stakeholders in efforts to strengthen cooperation, highlight key issues and deepen consultation and communication between the Standing Committees of the National Council and Government Ministries, Agencies and Organizations (OMAs). The engagement is being held under the theme: Reflections on Oversight Framework. Speaking…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi has thanked the World Bank for its continuous support in the legislature’s quest for digital transformation. The Speaker met the World Bank Country Director, Marie Marie Nelly recently to gauge progress made thus far with regards to the e-parliament strategy.…
Windhoek – The Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi visited the widow of the late member of parliament, Hon. Ignatius Shiwameni to offer his condolences on behalf of the National Assembly. Hon. Shiwameni died on Wednesday during a committee meeting at parliament. Hon. Katjavivi noted that the National Assembly is saddened…
Indian High Commissioner to Namibia, H.E. Prashant Agrawal visited the Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi today (09/11/21). The two exchanged views on the envisioned Namibian Parliament museum. The Speaker noted that the museum, which he says would encompass artefacts and an interactive digital display of information, was important in terms of…
Windhoek – The Chairperson of the National Road Safety Council (NRSC), Elifas !Owos-Oab says the fragmentation of road safety management is hampering efforts to properly manage safety on Namibian roads. !Owos –Oab said this in response to concerns raised by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Economics and Public Administration during a consultative meeting today (10/11/21).…
The National Assembly, with permission from the family of Hon Ignatius Shixwameni, hereby confirm that Hon. Ignatius Shixwameni passed on today, Wednesday 10 November 2021, at Parliament. Read More >>>
Story by Rafael Hangula WINDHOEK- The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources in collaboration with Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF), held a Parliamentary-Public Engagement on “Tackling Climate Change in Namibia – Forestry as a Key Sector” today (02/11/2021) at Parliament. It is the second engagement on natural resource management that the National Assembly has organised in…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – The African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) National Secretariat visited the Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi on Wednesday, 27 October 2021. The secretariat, led by its Chief Executive Officer, Ambassador Lineekela Mboti informed the Speaker that a team of reviewers from the continental body will…
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources, as part of its oversight functions will hold a public hearing with the Ministry of Environment, Tourism and Forestry. Read More >>>
The Secretaries of Parliament is attending the Society of Clerks at the Table Seminar in Nairobi, Kenya. The seminar is held under the theme “Promoting adaptive programming in Parliamentary settings as a response to emergency and emerging global, regional and national challenges”. The Society of Clerks-at-the-Table of the Commonwealth Parliaments (SoCATT) was founded in 1932…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources held a consultative meeting with the Ministry of Mines and Energy today (12/10/2021). The meeting, prompted by a petition opposed to Recon Africa oil and gas exploration activities in the Kavango regions, follows a recent fact finding mission by the Committee to…
By: Pamela Mate The National Council Standing Committee on Home Affairs, Security, Constitutional and Legal Affairs (HASCLA) conducted public meetings in the Zambezi Region with communities living along the Chobe, Kwando and Linyanti rivers to assess the security situation, livelihood and tourism in those areas in the backdrop of alleged hostilities by members of the…
The National Council has learned with great sadness about the sudden death of the late Hon Johannes Kahonzo Sikondo after a short illness on Sunday, the 19th of September 2021. The message was devastating, because the Late Sikondo was both a colleague of mine at the National Council and the Kavango West Regional Council. Read…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Accounts was briefed by the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) on its roles and responsibilities today (30/09/2021). The meeting is part of a series of consultative meetings with different stakeholders meant to understand their roles in order to empower the committee to conduct its…
WINDHOEK- Members of Parliament from both Houses (National Assembly and National Council) recently attended a training on Governance and Sustainable Development Agenda, in Otjiwarongo. The workshop aimed at empowering MPs to appreciate the meaning and value of public Governance; the centrality of accountability and ethics to public governance, amongst others. Parliaments and parliamentarians have…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi has urged parliaments across the world to continue to advance the values of democracy in order to improve the livelihood of people. Hon. Katjavivi mentioned this today, in an online conference on the International Day of democracy which is being…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – Members of Parliament from the Parliamentary Standing committee on Natural Resources and the committee on Economics and Public Administration undertook site visits to various renewable and eco-friendly initiatives within the vicinity of Windhoek yesterday (13/09/2021). The visits are part of a project aimed at raising awareness about the…
Media Release 13 September 2021 RESPONSE TO AN EDITORIAL OF THE NAMIBIAN NEWSPAPER: “A dangerous precedent” We respond to the editorial in the Friday 10 September 2021 edition of The Namibian with the heading “A Dangerous Precedent”. The National Assembly wants to put the record straight as follows. Read More
Story By Benisia Kwafeinge Nghiivali and David Nahogandja (Editor) The International University of Management (IUM) second-year Business Law students took a tour of the Parliament today, September 10th, 2021. Their lecturer, Dr. Wilfred Isak April, stated that this excursion will benefit students since they will be able to witness how the law is produced in…
Story by Rafael Hangula Midgard, Okahandja – On Monday (06 September 2021), the Secretariat from both Houses of Parliament, the National Assembly and National Council, started a weeklong training on their role in making parliamentary oversight effective. Staff attending this workshop drawn from different directorates, are being acquainted on key issues related to parliamentary…
The 4th session of 7th Parliament resumes tomorrow Tuesday, 07 September, 2021 at 14h30. The House will be in session until Thursday 25th November 2021.
Hon. Dr. Rebecca Ndjoze –Ojo was sworn in today (17/08/21) as a Member of Parliament in the National Assembly by Judge Elton Hoff. Her appointment follows the passing of the late Hon. Venomuinjo Kauaria.
By: Pamela Mate National Council (NC) staff, responsible for security and operations were awarded with certificates following a one-day training on security awareness in May this year. At the award ceremony, Secretary to the NC, Advocate Tousy Namiseb noted that he acknowledged the success of the staff and thus deemed it necessary to celebrate such…
Story by Paulina Ndalikokule Windhoek – The Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi launched the revamped Parliament website today. The revamping of the website was made possible through the assistance of the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS). The renewed website that is now replete with many features including the livestream of parliament sessions…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – The 49th SADC-PF Plenary Assembly hosted virtually by Botswana, has just begun. The event is expected to be officially opened shortly by the president of Botswana , H.E. Dr. Mokgweetsi Masisi. The Plenary Assembly advises the SADC summit on matters of regional policy issues and promotes the objectives and…
Story by Benisia Nghiivali and Paulina Ndalikokule Windhoek- The National Assembly, in collaboration with UNICEF, convened a special session for Members of the 5th Children’s Parliament on Friday, which provided crucial input and assessment of the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Namibia. The session, which was attended virtually and in person by…
Hon Lukas Muha, MP and Chairperson of the National Council briefing the Standing Committee Session Story by Pamela Mate The National Council Standing Committees Planning Session which started on Thursday, 26 May ended today, Friday 27 May 2021 when Standing Committee Chairpersons presented their 2021/2022 budget and activity plan to the House.Yesterday’s event started on…
Speaker of the National Assembly Hon. Prof Peter Katjavivi with the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Country Representative in Namibia, Frey Gruenhagen Story by Rafael Hangula Windhoek – The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) Country Representative in Namibia, Frey Gruenhagen paid a Courtesy Call on the Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon Prof. Peter Katjavivi yesterday, (01/06/2021). Their discussion centered on several…
Speaker of the National Assembly Hon Prof Peter Katjavivi, and the Head of EU delegation to Namibia, Sinikka Antila were amongst various stakeholders who attended the Visibility and Stakeholders Engagement event. Story By Rafael HangulaWINDHOEK– The Enhancing Participatory Democracy in Namibia (EPDN) Programme yesterday held a Visibility and Stakeholders Engagement workshop with key stakeholders at…
Deputy Speaker, Hon. Loide Kasingo who led the Namibian Delegation to PAP addressing the media on commotion between regional blocks over leadership of the institution Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – Leader of the Namibian delegation to the Pan African Parliament (PAP), Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Loide Kasingo has clarified events that led…
Hon. Lukas Muha receiving his Covid 19 vaccination Story by Pamela Mate Windhoek – National Council Chairperson, Hon. Lukas Muha received the first of two doses of the Sinopharm vaccine against Covid 19 at the Windhoek Central Hospital yesterday, 21 April 2021. Hon. Muha stated that as a leader, it is his responsibility to lead…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – Chairperson of the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN), Advocate Notemba Tjipueja in the company of ECN Chief Electoral and Referenda officer, Theo Mujoro today (27/10/20) submitted the Commission’s annual report for 2018/19 to the Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi. The annual report contains the commission’s major…
Story by Pamela Mate The last session of the fifth National Council is set to resume next week Monday, 26 October 2020 until it is adjourned on Thursday, November 5, 2020. The fifth National Council was sworn-in following the November 2015 Regional Council and Local Authority Elections. The Regional Council and Local Authority Elections are…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek -The Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi has noted that the legislature continues to reach out to the citizens through digital means. He stated that the COVID 19 pandemic that has disrupted normal lives has forced parliament to fast track its long held goal of digitalization also known…
Story by George Sanzila Windhoek – Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi has reiterated the need for parliaments to transform the SADC region by enacting progressive legislation. He notes that such legislation would help propel industrialization and other evolving technologies in the region, which includes alternative energy technologies such as hydropower, solar, wind…
