MPs from the Junior National Council (JNC) have attributed school dropouts to teenage pregnancies, substance abuse, cultural norms, and economic household challenges.

A Senior Researcher and Gender Specialist at the University of Namibia, Immaculate Mogotsi said pre-independence education statistics are not always reliable or comprehensive, making it difficult to determine exactly when and how the current gender disparities emerged.

MPs from the opposition, arguing that while the speaker's decisions must be respected, a presiding officer must first give members an opportunity to be heard before making a ruling.

Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) MP Michael Mulunga has tabled a motion calling for the removal of National Assembly Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila from office.

Mulunga argued that the Speaker had failed to discharge the duties of her office in accordance with Standing Rule 27.

African countries are making progress in eliminating preventable and neglected diseases, despite pressure on health financing.