National Democratic Party chief calling for government action on currency use in Eastern Zambezi and criticizing pension increase shortfalls.
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The Namibian
National Democratic Party president Martin Lukato told Desert FM Namibia has lost a brave liberation icon who never wavered
“National Democratic Party president Martin Lukato told Desert FM that Namibia has lost a brave liberation icon who never wavered, and who "sacrificed his entire life for Namibia".”
The last revolutionary: Sam Nujoma’s legacy and the end of an eraThe Namibian
Martin Lukato said the deceased freedom fighter stood bravely and sacrificed his life for Namibia
“When I heard the bad news this morning it was very sad because the freedom fighter who stood bravely and sacrificed his entire life for Namibia has indeed left us.”
We've lost a fighter that never surrendered – LukatoThe Namibian
Martin Lukato made statements on Desert FM regarding Nujoma's death
“Lukato said this on Desert FM as Namibia plunged into mourning following the death of founding president Sam Nujoma late Saturday night.”
We've lost a fighter that never surrendered – LukatoThe Namibian
NDP leader Martin Lukato accused other two parties of copying his party's manifesto
“NDP leader Martin Lukato has accused the other two parties of copying his party's manifesto.”
Storm over NDP, PDM, and BCP manifestos showing identical health education proposalsThe Namibian
Martin Lukato accused Swapo of copying his manifesto
“While speaking on Desert Radio on Friday, he accused the ruling party of copying his manifesto.”
Swapo denies copying Lukato’s manifesto amid copygate scandalThe Namibian
NDP leader Martin Lukato says if elected his government will ensure adequate, equitable domestic funding for health
“NDP leader Martin Lukato says if elected his government will ensure adequate, equitable domestic funding for health and will proactively ensure sustainability.”
Namibia's election manifestos focus on universal healthcare, post-sexual trauma care, rehabilitation and mental healthThe Namibian
Martin Lukato said the party would criminalize parents for school absenteeism
“Namibia Democratic Party (NDP) leader Martin Lukato says if elected to power, the party would make not sending children to school a crime.”
NDP to criminalise parents for school absenteeismThe Namibian
Martin Lukato said the party will implement free education from pre-primary to tertiary level
“He said the party will implement free education for all from pre-primary to tertiary level.”
NDP to criminalise parents for school absenteeismAn opinion piece argues the contradiction in Namibian law: 16-year-olds are allowed to become parents and enter relationships, yet must wait until 18 to vote. The author contends that if maturity is the standard, the current voting age threshold is arbitrary, particularly since young people are most affected by policies on education, healthcare, and employment.
25 April 2026 · Namibian Sun →
An opinion piece argues the contradiction in Namibian law: 16-year-olds are allowed to become parents and enter relationships, yet must wait until 18 to vote. The author contends that if maturity is the standard, the current voting age threshold is arbitrary, particularly since young people are most affected by policies on education, healthcare, and employment.
25 April 2026 · Namibian Sun →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and leaders from across Namibia's political spectrum paid tribute to former Otjozondjupa governor and Swapo MP James Uerikua at a Wednesday memorial service, celebrating his legacy as a bridge-builder who commanded respect across party lines. Uerikua, who died in a car accident on 3 April along with his 14-year-old son Venturo, was praised for his dedication to inclusive development and democratic dialogue.
17 April 2026 · New Era →
Members of parliament have expressed concern over the continued underfunding of the agriculture ministry, with lawmakers warning that declining allocations for land distribution, drought support, and veterinary services risk compromising national food security and employment. The ministry received N$1.8 billion for the current financial year, with over N$1.4 billion allocated to operations and over N$300 million to development.
14 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The National Assembly adjourned on Tuesday following the death of Swapo parliamentarian James Uerikua, who died on Friday. The Speaker announced the adjournment after consultation with party chief whips, and President Nandi-Ndaitwah visited Uerikua's family.
8 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Parliament members say the National Assembly's budget allocation of N$410.7 million for 2026/27 is inadequate, with only 1% allocated to development and 19% to core NA activities. MPs warn the underfunding threatens the institution's capacity for lawmaking and public outreach.
28 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Political leaders including National Democratic Party chief Martin Lukato are blaming past corruption and poor planning for Impalila and Kasika islands' continued illegal use of Botswana pula 36 years after Namibia's independence, and are calling for government action to build a delayed bridge linking the islands and addressing transport challenges in the flood-prone region.
24 March 2026 · The Namibian →
National Democratic Party leader Martin Lukato has criticised the government's 2026/2027 budget for failing to fulfil President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah's promise to increase senior citizens' monthly old-age pensions from N$1,600 to N$3,000, noting that the budget contains only a N$100 increase and citing instead a shift in priorities toward youth development.
19 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Landless People's Movement leader Bernardus Swartbooi has called on the government to consider exporting labour to address Namibia's 36.9% unemployment rate, citing examples from Kenya, Uganda and Ghana that place workers in Gulf Cooperation Council states. He criticised the government's emphasis on education without corresponding job creation and argued that investment in productive sectors like agriculture and energy should be prioritised over social spending.
16 March 2026 · New Era →
The National Democratic Party held a recognition ceremony in Katima Mulilo to honour 25 members for their contributions to the party's performance in the 2024 national elections and 2025 regional and local elections. Party president Martin Lukato praised their dedication and commitment to advancing the party's mission of economic emancipation, job creation, and youth empowerment.
4 March 2026 · New Era →
The National Democratic Party held a recognition ceremony to honour 25 members for their contributions to the party's performance in the 2024 presidential and National Assembly elections, where it secured one National Assembly seat, and the 2025 regional and local elections, where it won seats on the Bukalo Village Council and Katima Mulilo Town Council.
2 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The African Labour and Human Rights Centre accuses the government of failing to enforce existing rental laws under the Rental Ordinance No 13 of 1977, leaving tenants vulnerable to exploitation. The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development is drafting a new bill and reviving a rent control board, but the Centre's director argues the government should immediately enforce the laws already in place while rental prices surge in urban areas.
24 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Environment Minister Indileni Daniel said the president will not be issuing petroleum licences, contrary to opposition claims, as this is an administrative duty. The amendment bill to place the petroleum sector under the Presidency requires oversight by the highest executive level for strategic national resources, though opposition parliamentarians dispute the move on constitutional and accountability grounds.
21 February 2026 · The Namibian →
The Petroleum Amendment Bill, which would vest petroleum sector oversight powers in the Office of the President rather than the Ministry of Mines and Energy, faced mixed scrutiny in the National Assembly. Critics including Bernadus Swartbooi raised concerns about the legal doctrine of functus officio limiting presidential review powers and complicating court challenges, while others questioned whether oil advisors at State House are already performing duties that legally belong to the ministry.
19 February 2026 · New Era →
Popular Democratic Movement leader McHenry Venaani has called on President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to recall parliament early to address youth unemployment and other national issues, but lawmakers are divided on the proposal, with some opposing it as a breach of agreed standing rules while others support early resumption to hold government accountable.
20 January 2026 · The Namibian →