Debate on the Petroleum Amendment Bill resumed in the National Assembly, with MPs supporting the bill pointing out that the draft legislation will improve oversight, attract investment and support local content and skills development.
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has informed the National Assembly that legislation to regulate "Order with Me" businesses will soon be introduced in parliament to support young entrepreneurs who are currently restricted from operating freely.
The Chairperson of the National Council, Lukas Muha, has expressed dismay at the underperformance of the National Council for having tabled and endorsed only 10 reports to Parliament between 2020 and 2025.
During yesterday's session of the National Assembly, members of the opposition expressed resistance toward the proposed Land Bill, stating that they cannot approve it in its current form.
The National Assembly resumed today after about a month on recess, with the first order of the day being the Public Governance Amendment Bill.
The body of an unidentified man was found inside a water treatment machine at the City of Windhoek's Gammams Water Care Works on Sunday.
The body was discovered by a security officer during a routine patrol at the facility, who immediately alerted the authorities.
Members of the National Council (NC) have urged the government to settle outstanding payments owed to veterans who are still alive, as many reached advanced age.
The MPs have also proposed an amendment to the current law regarding the transfer of inheritance of the projects.
The Executive Director in the Ministry of Health and Social Services, Penda Ithindi, has called for urgent action to finalize Namibia's Draft Food Safety Bill.
The Financial Institutions and Markets Act (FIMA) officially came into effect on the 1st of May.
Kenneth Matomola, the Chief Executive Officer of Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (NAMFISA), made the announcement today.
The Ministry of Health and Social Services has finalised the Mental Health Bill and its regulations, which aim to protect the rights of individuals with mental health conditions.
