Discussion on the national budget shifted to analysing the Appropriation Bill's responsiveness to gender and youth concerns during a public engagement hosted by the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung, the Youth Leadership Programme, and the Trade Union Congress of Namibia.
The new government under President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has hit the ground running and has shown its intention through the budget tabled in the National Assembly by the newly appointed Minister of Finance, Erica Shafuda.
Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah has tabled a budget of N$106.3 billion for the 2025-2026 financial year, the maiden budget of the new administration of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.
The budget, themed "Beyond 35, for a Prosperous Future", marks an increase of 22.6% from the previous year.
The Secretary General of the Trade Union Congress of Namibia (TUCNA), Mahongora Kavihuha, has voiced concerns regarding the recent merger of the Ministries of Justice and Labour.
The need for practical steps to address economic challenges faced by Namibians topped the discussions at the budget dialogue facilitated by the Economic Association of Namibia.
Panellists expressed a shared urgency for immediate action.
People from various church denominations gathered at the Hosianna Evangelical Lutheran Parish in Kuisebmond, Walvis Bay, on Sunday to honour the late Founding President Sam Nujoma.
Prayers and hymns set the tone as those in attendance paid homage to the leader of the People's Liberation Army of Namibia.
Cabinet has decided that Namibia should allocate five percent of the national budget to water and sanitation programmes.
This aligns with the sustainable development goal of access to water and sanitation.
Members of Parliament have commended the Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Iipumbu Shiimi, for his efforts in presenting a substantial increment in this year's national budget.
A significant portion of government debt is due for repayment over the medium term.
The N$14.3 billion Eurobond, due on October 29, 2025, is the largest single-day debt maturity in the history of Namibia.
Otjozondjupa Region Youth Activist,Terry Ujamba, in the following insert, explains why the budget was a good one.
