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The Namibian
… Citing the Constitution, Mulunga said the law requires the speaker to act fairly and impartially and to apply the parliamentary rules to ensure the participation of all members. …
Kuugongelwa-Amadhila defers motion to remove her as National Assembly speakerThe Namibian
… The Constitution (article 95d) also provides a basis for considering international standards in social policy. …
A National Pension Fund That Works for NamibiaThe Namibian
… The Expropriation Act is being scrutinised from every angle, from the timing of its drafting, the delay by President Cyril Ramaphosa in publicising its signing, the wording used in certain sections of the Act and whether it measures up to section 25 of the Constitution. …
Unpacked: Each party’s arguments in the Expropriation Act caseThe Namibian
… She noted that Namibia has never voted on a national budget, while both the Constitution and previous constitutional amendments were adopted without a vote, showing that constructive debate can lead to agreement. …
Parliament leaders urged to strengthen oversightWindhoek Observer
… The Constitution speaks of dignity. National development plans speak of inclusivity. …
Votes are not a currency: Serve the people beyond election dayWindhoek Observer
… right to prepare his defence. “If such were to happen, I will not receive a fair trial because I would be poorly prepared to engage that particular witness.” Hangula further argues that criminal proceedings in Namibia are presumed to be public under Article 12 of the Constitution …
Hangula opposes closed-door FBI testimony in his terrorism trialWindhoek Observer
… right to prepare his defence. “If such were to happen, I will not receive a fair trial because I would be poorly prepared to engage that particular witness.” Hangula further argues that criminal proceedings in Namibia are presumed to be public under Article 12 of the Constitution …
Hangula opposes closed-door FBI testimony in his terrorism trialThe Namibian
… cover the legal framework for implementing the projects. “All hydrogen-related activities are subject to the Environmental Management Act, the Electricity Act, the Water Resource Management Act, and the Labour Act, the Income Tax Act, among others, in addition to the Constitution …
Govt pushes green hydrogen agenda despite legal gapThe Namibian
… onsible press becomes even more critical, not only in informing the public, but in preserving truth, promoting dialogue and preventing the erosion of trust within societies. “This achievement reflects our collective commitment to upholding the values enshrined in our Constitution …
Nandi-Ndaitwah vows to continue protecting press freedomThe Namibian
… He says the president’s powers differ from those of the director general heading the unit and urged parliamentarians not to confuse the two. “The Constitution is clear that the president has the power to establish any unit, office, or department,” Nekundi says, adding that the bi …
Parliament fears ‘power vacuum’ in petroleum billIPC member Michael Mulunga filed a motion to remove National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila from office, citing failures in her duty to act fairly and impartially and apply parliamentary rules. Kuugongelwa-Amadhila deferred ruling on whether the motion can be tabled, noting that Mulunga could not appeal to remove the same person he was appealing to.
2 September 2026 · The Namibian →
IPC member Michael Mulunga filed a motion to remove National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila from office, citing failures in her duty to act fairly and impartially and apply parliamentary rules. Kuugongelwa-Amadhila deferred ruling on whether the motion can be tabled, noting that Mulunga could not appeal to remove the same person he was appealing to.
2 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia is considering how to build retirement security through a National Pension Fund, with Part VII of the Social Security Act 34 of 1994 never operationalised despite the legal foundation existing. The proposed model is an earnings-related, defined-benefit social-insurance scheme targeting formal-sector workers compulsorily and informal and self-employed workers initially.
23 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Democratic Alliance, a member of South Africa's Government of National Unity coalition, has joined AfriForum and the Institute of Race Relations in challenging the Expropriation Act, which would permit the government to expropriate land without compensation in certain circumstances. The high court in Cape Town is hearing arguments over five days on the Act's validity and constitutionality, with the Presidency, Parliament, and the Economic Freedom Fighters presenting counter-arguments.
6 August 2026 · The Namibian →
At a leadership training workshop in Swakopmund, National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila urged parliamentary leaders to strengthen oversight and improve coordination to ensure parliament effectively performs its constitutional mandate of representation, law-making and holding the Executive accountable. She noted that Namibia has achieved consensus on major matters including national budgets and constitutional amendments without votes, though she acknowledged voting as a legitimate democratic process.
4 August 2026 · The Namibian →
An editorial argues that elected officials in Namibia abandon communities between elections, breaking the democratic covenant with citizens who expect continuous engagement rather than campaign-season attention. The piece cites residents of informal settlements and rural areas whose basic needs—water, sanitation, electricity, roads—remain unmet outside election cycles.
23 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Jona Hangula, accused under Namibia's Prevention and Combating of Terrorist and Proliferation Activities Act, has asked the High Court to reject the State's application for closed-door testimony from an alleged FBI agent, arguing it would breach his right to a fair trial. He proposes the witness testify remotely via Zoom or Teams in open court, with his family, friends, church members, and full legal team permitted to attend.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Terrorism-accused Jona Hangula has filed a motion opposing the prosecution's request to hear FBI agent testimony behind closed doors, arguing the proceedings should remain open to safeguard his constitutional right to a fair trial. Hangula proposes the witness testify remotely without video and requests that his family, friends, and entire legal team be allowed to attend.
17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The National Planning Commission director general said Namibia is ready to move from planning to implementation of green hydrogen projects, despite the absence of dedicated legislation. The government aims to create 30,000 green jobs by 2030 and position Namibia as a low-carbon industry platform for southern Africa.
3 June 2026 · The Namibian →
On World Press Freedom Day, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah praised Namibia's media for contributing to national development and committed the government to defending press freedom. Namibia ranks 23rd globally and second on the African continent in the World Press Freedom Index, improving from 28th position in 2025.
3 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The petroleum amendment bill, which proposes moving oil and gas sector oversight to the Office of the President, has faced criticism in Parliament for creating a "power vacuum" and concentrating executive control. Critics argue the measure removes ministerial accountability to Parliament and risks elite capture, while the government defends the proposal as necessary modernisation to protect the sector and ensure proper regulation.
27 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's judicial system has transformed from a racially discriminatory colonial and apartheid-era instrument into a constitutional democracy grounded in the rule of law and equal protection. Since independence in 1990, reforms including the Bill of Rights, Legal Aid Directorate, and increased Namibianisation of judicial leadership have significantly broadened access to justice for all citizens.
20 March 2026 · New Era →
South Africa's Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe has called for accelerated oil and gas development to reduce reliance on imported petroleum amid geopolitical tensions and volatile global markets. Mantashe cited regulatory reforms including the Upstream Petroleum Resources Development Act and legislative modernisation as steps to unlock investment in the petroleum sector and ensure long-term energy security.
17 March 2026 · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that the proposed petroleum amendment bill, which would shift upstream oil governance to the Office of the President through a new Upstream Petroleum Unit, risks concentrating power and eroding parliamentary oversight, drawing parallels to the Fishrot scandal and recommending instead a specialist regulator outside the Presidency with stronger parliamentary accountability and implementation of existing anti-corruption laws.
2 March 2026 · The Namibian →