Contributing to the budget allocation for the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy (MIME), members of the National Council (NC) called on the ministry to expand electrification in rural areas.

The vote has been allocated a budget of about N$826 million.

The budget allocation of N$134 million towards the National Council (NC) has been approved for the 2026/2027 financial year.

Despite the approval, MPs stated that the budget is not adequate considering the oversight and outreach efforts carried out by the institution.