The Speaker of the National Assembly, Professor Peter Katjavivi, welcomed a courtesy visit from a delegation of the Swedish Parliament, reinforcing Namibia’s longstanding and cordial relations with Sweden in various sectors. Katjavivi described the visit as an important platform for engaging, exchanging perspectives, and acknowledging the historical support provided by Nordic countries during Namibia’s liberation […]
The Landless People’s Movement has based their case to nullify the 2024 presidential elections on the “Poisoned Fruit Doctrine,” which translates to that any outcome derived from unlawful actions is compromised and must be excluded to ensure fairness and integrity. At the heart of their argument is the decision by President Nangolo Mbumba to extend […]
In joint heads of arguments filed with the Supreme Court, Swapo Party Secretary General Sophia Shaningwa and President-Elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah reject the legal challenge filed by Dr. Panduleni Itula, who is contesting the outcome of the recent presidential election. The ruling party and its leadership maintain that the election was conducted fairly and in accordance […]
The Swapo Party’s Oshana branch held a self-introspection following the recently held Presidential and National Assembly Elections, which saw an 11% decrease in support. Chairperson of the leaders assigned to the region, Veikko Nekundi, said the decline in the party support can sometimes be attributed to those who the party has put in structures and […]
Top officials from the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the East African Community (EAC) held an urgent meeting today to address the worsening security situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The meeting, announced by SADC on its social media platforms on Friday, brought together ministers to coordinate a regional response to […]
The National Assembly resumed discussions on the Roads Bill, with Minister of Works and Transport, John Mutorwa, responding to concerns raised by MPs regarding road safety measures and fencing along major roads. Minister Mutorwa stated that the initial idea behind the Roads Bill, in terms of road safety, is to ensure that all trunk, main, […]
The 5th Session of the Namibia/Nigeria Joint Permanent Commission of Cooperation met in Windhoek on Wednesday to explore various areas of possible cooperation between the two nations. The Joint Permanent Commission of Cooperation serves as a platform for the two nations to review bilateral cooperation and explore possible areas of cooperation. Deputy Executive Director in […]
The final session of the 7th Parliament has officially opened. Speaker of the National Assembly, Professor Peter Katjavivi stressed the need for a time-conscious approach if the legislative body has to conclude its agenda before adjourning on the 19th of March 2025. Welcoming members of parliament back to the chamber, Katjavivi emphasised the importance of […]
As Namibia reflects on the death of the late President Hage Geingob on February 4, 2024, one cannot help but remember the extraordinary bond he shared with President Nangolo Mbumba and Speaker of the National Assembly Peter Katjavivi. Their friendship and professional journeys not only shaped their personal lives but also left an indelible mark […]
Members of Parliament are reflecting on late President Hage Geingob’s enduring legacy as a unifying leader as the nation commemorates the first anniversary of his death. They described him as a statesman who championed unity, fostering a spirit of togetherness that must be preserved and emulated. Lawmakers emphasised that the foundation he laid should not […]
