President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has expressed frustration over the delaying of bills in Parliament, which are crucial for the well-being of the citizens.

Nandi-Ndaitwah singled out the Mental Health Bill, among others, which has been under debate over the last few months.

President Nandi-Ndaitwah shared her concerns regarding the outstanding bills during an engagement with Swapo Party youth in Mariental over the weekend.

The Mental Health Bill, the Land Bill, and the Public Enterprises Amendment Bill have been left to remain on the Order Paper, as the National Assembly went into recess until February next year.

President Nandi-Ndaitwah responded to the concerns of the party's youth over rising cases of mental health and associated deadly incidents, citing the unnecessary delays in passing laws meant to strengthen the government's response.

The President further cautioned against the irresponsible use of artificial intelligence.

She clarified that she is not against technology use, but caution is necessary to prevent young people from falling prey to undesirables.

Nandi-Ndaitwah emphasised the importance of reskilling youth to combat the rapid advancement of technology and the oversaturation of certain professions.

Meanwhile, the Swapo Party Youth League in the Hardap Region want complete implementation of the party's election manifesto as they put forward their demands.

The Deputy Minister of Youth, Dino Balloti, provided assurance that developmental programmes and projects for the Hardap Region would be realised fully.

The 'In conversation with Netumbo', an initiative of the Swapo Party Youth League, allows for direct engagement with the President and cluster ministers and, in part, for them to provide feedback on pertinent socio-economic issues.