The 8th Parliament is now in session, and former National Assembly Speaker Professor Peter Katjavivi shared his thoughts on what new MPs should focus on.
Katjavivi expressed himself during an interview on the nbc programme, 'Inside the Chambers'.
The National Assembly has approved a report calling, among others, for the amendment of the 1896 Redline, which restricts the marketing of cattle from the Northern Communal Areas.
Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah has said the 2025-26 financial year is anticipated to be an eventful year from a financing perspective.
Shafudah pointed out that the government is faced with the redemption of a US$750 million Eurobond on 29 October this year.
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.
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has given an update on the flash floods that hit Kalkrand Village.
Dr. Ngurare reported that heavy rainfall throughout Monday night caused significant damage to properties, disrupted daily life and led to the closure of schools.
An induction and orientation seminar for new MPs themed "Fostering Effective and Meaningful Democracy," running from March 24 to March 28, this month, was marked by tension during its first session.
This morning, eight non-voting members of the National Assembly, nominated by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, were sworn in.
The ceremony was officiated by Chief Justice Peter Shivute.
Newly elected members of Namibia's eighth Parliament have received important resources to help them in their new roles.
Each member will be presented with a copy of the Namibian Constitution, a laptop bag, and copies of a publication discussing the connection between food and energy.
The Speaker of the Northern Cape Provincial Legislature in South Africa, Newrene Klaaste, paid a courtesy visit to the Chairperson of the National Council, Lukas Muha.
The visit's goal was to learn from Namibia's Parliament and compare notes on procedures.
The National Assembly is working to find solutions to the growing seal population, which threatens the country's fish stock.
