Parliamentarians in the National Council applauded the Ministry of Finance for a well-crafted budget amid tough global and domestic conditions, as they contributed to the Ministry of Finance's vote at the committee stage.

Epukiro Constituency Councillor Piniel Pakarae highlighted external challenges. "The escalation of conflict in the Middle East, particularly the war involving the United States, Israel, and Iran since late February 2026, has disrupted oil supplies and driven sharp increases in global oil prices. Domestically, this has caused steep rises in fuel, especially diesel, which rose by N$4 per million litres to almost N$30 per million litres. It has elevated agricultural expenses, and the recent 15% increase in public transport fees adds pressure on households and farmers. In this fiscal environment, the projected 3.1% economic growth and deficit reduction to 5.5% of GDP demonstrate responsible fiscal management."

John Pandeni Constituency Councillor John Moondje praised income opportunities. "It is really good for us that people in our society are trying to make a legitimate income on their own. It has been problematic for them due to tax tariffs, import tariffs on goods, and clearance issues."

Contributing to the Auditor-General vote, MPs voiced worries over auditors being treated harshly by regional councils and local authorities.

Okahao Constituency Councillor Leonard Shikulo called for action. "Public funds under the care of regional councils and local authorities are too often spent without proper controls, yet no action is taken. I call on the Office of the Prime Minister to empower the Office of the Auditor-General with additional powers."

Katima Mulilo Urban Constituency Councillor Kennedy Simasiku noted gaps. "Even with audit committees, there is no provision in the Regional Councils Act requiring each regional council or local authority to have them."