Also known as: Former Cabinet minister Alpheus !Naruseb
Alpheus !Naruseb — Swapo chief whip in the National Assembly, appointed April 2026 to replace Uahekua Herunga.
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New Era
Alpheus !Naruseb says the appropriation amendment bill does not sufficiently address substance abuse affecting youth
“Rudolf Gaiseb Swapo member of Parliament Alpheus !Naruseb says the appropriation amendment bill speaks to the development of young people but does not sufficiently take into account tackling social challenges such as substance abuse affecting young people.”
Substance abuse destroys youth and families – !NarusebNew Era
Alpheus !Naruseb urged that government strengthen preventative programmes and community-based interventions addressing substance abuse
“He added it is, therefore, important that the government continues to strengthen preventative programmes, public awareness initiatives and community-based interventions aimed at addressing substance abuse.”
Substance abuse destroys youth and families – !NarusebThe Namibian
Alpheus !Naruseb is the new Swapo chief whip
“"I have been informed that there is a change in the government. Uahekua Herunga has stepped down as chief whip and Alpheus !Naruseb is now the chief whip," Kuugongelwa-Amadhila said yesterday.”
Swapo chief whip Uahekua Herunga steps down, !Naruseb appointed replacementThe Namibian
Alpheus !Naruseb has been appointed as new Swapo chief whip
“Former works and transport minister Alpheus !Naruseb has been appointed as the new Swapo chief whip.”
Herunga resigns amid pressure from young MPsThe Namibian
Alpheus !Naruseb has been announced as Swapo's new chief whip
“Swapo member of parliament Alpheus !Naruseb has been announced as the party's new chief whip.”
!Naruseb new Swapo chief whipNamibia's Pan-African Parliament delegation, led by Deputy Speaker Phillipus Katamelo, has commenced Permanent Committee sittings ahead of the First Ordinary Session of the Seventh Parliament, scheduled to begin on 27 July 2026 in Midrand, South Africa. The committee meetings, running until 25 July, form part of preparations to review matters under the various PAP committees' mandates.
22 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's Pan-African Parliament delegation, led by Deputy Speaker Phillipus Katamelo, has commenced Permanent Committee sittings ahead of the First Ordinary Session of the Seventh Parliament, scheduled to begin on 27 July 2026 in Midrand, South Africa. The committee meetings, running until 25 July, form part of preparations to review matters under the various PAP committees' mandates.
22 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Deputy Speaker Philippus Katamelo has been appointed chairperson of the Pan-African Parliament's Permanent Committee on Cooperation, International Relations and Conflict Resolution, a position that involves guiding the committee's work on foreign policy, diplomacy, and peace issues. Katamelo is heading Namibia's parliamentary delegation at the Extraordinary Session of the 7th Pan-African Parliament in South Africa.
5 May 2026 · New Era →
At least 91 parliamentarians have submitted asset and interest declarations as required under parliamentary standing rules, with MPs disclosing shareholdings in telecommunications, banking, and brewing companies, as well as residential and commercial properties across Namibia. Failure to comply with annual declaration requirements constitutes a breach of parliamentary rules and may result in referral to the Committee of Privileges for disciplinary measures including fines or formal reprimands.
25 March 2026 · New Era →
Swapo MP Alpheus !Naruseb told Parliament that while the appropriation amendment bill supports youth development, it does not adequately address substance abuse affecting young Namibians. He urged the government to strengthen preventative programmes, awareness initiatives, and community interventions to tackle the rampant prevalence of alcohol and drug abuse undermining families and communities.
25 March 2026 · New Era →
Minister of works and transport Veikko Nekundi has said he will not contest for the Swapo secretary general position or any of the party's top four posts at the 2027 party congress. The announcement comes amid speculation about potential candidates for the party's leadership race, including Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare and SPYL leader Ephraim Nekongo.
5 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Multiple opposition parties have objected to a petroleum amendment bill that would transfer oil and gas regulatory authority from the Ministry of Industries, Mining and Energy to the Presidency, warning it could enable political interference, corruption, and undermine parliamentary oversight. The bill requires support from all 51 Swapo parliamentarians to pass in the 96-seat National Assembly.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Swapo deputy secretary Uahekua Herunga has resigned as the party's chief whip in the National Assembly citing personal reasons, with former works and transport minister Alpheus !Naruseb appointed as his replacement. Herunga will remain a member of parliament, marking the first time a Swapo chief whip has resigned while retaining their parliamentary seat.
6 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Uahekua Herunga has stepped down as Swapo chief whip following pressure from younger MPs over parliamentary procedures, with Alpheus !Naruseb appointed to replace him. Herunga remains in parliament as a regular MP, marking the first time a Swapo chief whip has resigned while keeping their parliamentary seat.
5 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Swapo MP Alpheus !Naruseb has been announced as the party's new chief whip, replacing Uahekua Herunga. The National Assembly speaker made the announcement Wednesday, noting that Herunga has also stepped down from his position as chairperson of the whole house committee.
5 February 2026 · The Namibian →