National Council endorses proposed Bills

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The National Council has given its endorsement to a series of proposed Bills and amendments, marking a significant step toward their eventual enactment into law.

The bills, which were sent to the Upper House by the National Assembly for further scrutiny, underwent extensive debate and deliberation.

National Council goes through referral Bills

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In a riveting display of legislative activity, the National Council convened for a session filled with impassioned debates, crucial referrals, and strategic adjournments. 

The upper house delved into a diverse range of Bills, aimed at shaping the nation's legal landscape.

National Council set to review urgent Bills

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Several bills have been referred to the National Council, including the Financial Intelligence Amendment, the Extradition Amendment, and the International Cooperation in Criminal Matters Amendment Bill.

Paulus Mbangu denounces budget allocations to Kavango regions

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Rundu Rural Constituency Councillor Paulus Mbangu has denounced the budget allocations to the two Kavango regions this year.

Speaking in the National Council, Mbangu says the two Kavango Regions were identified as 'crisis regions, yet they were provided with few resources.

National Council resumes session on Monday

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The National Council will hold a special session on Monday to discuss the Financial Intelligence Amendment and the Civil Registration and Identification Bills.

The bills were debated in the National Assembly and referred to the National Council for review.

National Council MP's commends Health ministry

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MPs in the National Council have applauded the Ministry of Health and Social Services for some major achievements and completed programs during the previous fiscal year.

Goeieman urges government to recognize traditional medicine

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The Councillor of Berseba Constituency, Jeremias Goeieman, has called on the government to recognize traditional medicines and regulate their use.

Speaking in the National Council, Goeieman argued that traditional medicines are more affordable and accessible than conventional treatments.

National Council proposes change to NASFAF revision criteria

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MPs in the National Council have proposed the revision of criteria used by the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) to fund the students.

They say the majority of students who ought to benefit from the fund do not receive financial aid, questioning the fund's fairness.