Independent Patriots for Change MP who filed a motion to remove National Assembly Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila and raised concerns over the petroleum amendment bill.
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September 2026
The Namibian
IPC member Michael Mulungamovedmotion to remove speaker Kuugongelwa-Amadhila
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“The stakes went up this week after IPC member Michael Mulunga moved a motion to remove the former prime minister as head of Namibia's biggest lawmaking house.”
Michael MulungawantsSpeaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila removed from her post
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“Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) MP Michael Mulunga wants Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila removed from her post, arguing that her alleged failure to apply rules fairly and ...”
IPC member Michael Mulungamoved forremoval of Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, accusing her of failing to act fairly
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“IPC member of parliament Michael Mulunga moved, without notice, for the national assembly to resolve that Kuugongelwa-Amadhila be removed from office, accusing her of failing to act fairly and impartially in presiding over parliament.”
Michael Mulungatabledmotion for removal of Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila as Speaker
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“The motion was tabled by Michael Mulunga, a Member of Parliament from the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC), who invoked the National Assembly's Standing Rules and Article 51(2) of the Namibian Constitution, which provides for the removal of the Speaker by a resolution of the National Assembly.”
Michael Mulungais calling on the government to disclosewhether legally enforceable compensation measures are in place for affected fishers
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“Michael Mulunga, the party's shadow agriculture minister, is now calling on the government to disclose whether legally enforceable compensation measures are in place for affected fishers and fishing-related workers, as well as economic and employment plans to protect livelihoods in the event of impacts on the fishing industry.”
Michael Mulungacalls onministry to provide detailed breakdown of rural water coverage areas
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“Mulunga calls on the ministry to provide a detailed breakdown showing which areas make up the reported 83% rural coverage and which communities fall within the remaining 17%.”
Michael Mulungasaidapproximately N$2 million in taxpayers' money was wasted on the NYC election event.
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“Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) youth command leader Michael Mulunga said the collapse of the process was particularly concerning given the public funds already spent on the event.”
Swapo deputy secretary general Uahekua Herunga said the party would not allow the removal of National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, dismissing an IPC motion to remove her as political theatrics and citing procedural violations. Opposition parties would need at least four Swapo votes to succeed in removing the speaker, who has faced criticism from opposition over her application of standing rules.
Swapo deputy secretary general Uahekua Herunga said the party would not allow the removal of National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, dismissing an IPC motion to remove her as political theatrics and citing procedural violations. Opposition parties would need at least four Swapo votes to succeed in removing the speaker, who has faced criticism from opposition over her application of standing rules.
Independent Patriots for Change MP Michael Mulunga has called for Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila to be removed from her post, citing alleged failure to apply rules fairly.
The Independent Patriots for Change tabled a motion in parliament on Wednesday calling for the removal of Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, accusing her of failing to act fairly and impartially in presiding over the House. The motion triggered disorder in the chamber, and the Speaker questioned her procedural ability to rule on a matter directly concerning her own position.
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.
The Independent Patriots for Change filed a motion in the National Assembly on Wednesday seeking the removal of speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, citing her failure to uphold the rules fairly and impartially and citing two incidents this year in which parliamentary proceedings were disrupted.
The Independent Patriots for Change tabled the first-ever motion in Namibian parliamentary history seeking a vote of no confidence in National Assembly Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, citing her failure to act fairly and impartially in presiding over the House.
Namibia's environment ministry granted an Environmental Clearance Certificate to Namibia Marine Phosphate for proposed seabed phosphate mining, sparking division among Namibians. Critics including marine experts and the opposition warn the project could damage fish stocks and the fishing industry, while others argue it will create jobs.
Namibia has achieved 98% access to safe water in urban areas and 83% in rural communities, though sanitation coverage stands at 60% and the country continues to face challenges in infrastructure renewal and financing. Proposed solutions include expanding water reuse, desalination projects, and groundwater development.
A 29-page petition calling for the removal of ||Khomani Traditional Authority chief Julienne Gawanas has been submitted to the urban and rural development minister under the Traditional Authorities Act. The petition, backed by members of the ||Khomani and ǂNūkhoen communities, alleges financial mismanagement including claims that Gawanas cannot account for N$80,000 withdrawn from the Traditional Authority's trust fund and that consent was forged relating to financial signatory authority.
Violent clashes at National Youth Council leadership elections in Swakopmund on Saturday left nine young people injured and forced the suspension of the election. The violence, which broke out over disputes regarding delegate verification and the electoral process, prompted the resignation of the electoral committee and an estimated N$2 million in wasted public funds spent on transportation, accommodation, meals, and venue costs.
Affirmative Repositioning lawmaker Vaino Hangula proposed creating an "absentee urban landlord" category with higher levies and possible government acquisition of urban land for public housing, arguing the current land bill fails to address Namibia's urban housing crisis by excluding local authority and settlement areas. He called for levies on vacant serviced land, progressive property ownership limits, and stricter accountability for urban land held for commercial purposes.
Progress Farming Co. faces possible charges for advertising the auctioning of Farm Neu Progress No. 506 in Khomas without the Ministry of Agriculture's approval. The ministry says the advertisement falsely claimed the farm is open to international buyers without government approval, contradicting Namibian agricultural land transaction laws.
Stakeholders warn that existing penalties are failing to deter illegal fishing in Namibian waters, following the interception of a vessel with 22 crew members and amid concerns over losses from bycatch, which increased sharply since 2020 despite monitoring systems in place.
Agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani has questioned a N$179 million quotation from August 26 Construction for a 400-kilometre border fence project along the Namibia-South Africa border aimed at containing foot-and-mouth disease, citing cost concerns and procurement issues.
The Independent Patriots for Change has demanded the immediate suspension of a Cabinet decision to allow commercial fishing within the 150m to 200m isobath zone, saying it threatens protected marine breeding areas and raises governance concerns. The party's shadow minister says the directive lacks scientific basis and transparency, and could harm long-term sustainability of fish stocks along Namibia's coast.
MPs challenged whether Namibian diplomats overseas claiming car allowances while receiving government vehicles constitute "double-dipping," and questioned the N$113 million spent annually on renting properties for foreign missions. The Trade and International Relations minister defended the practices, stating double-dipping has been addressed, and noted that the government is gradually acquiring properties while focusing on opening additional missions in strategic locations.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is expected to announce eight new deputy ministers and appoint deputy defence minister Charles Mubita as minister in the Presidency. The move comes despite her earlier decision to cut ministries and reduce Cabinet size, with critics and analysts warning that some merged ministries may now be too large to function effectively.
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.
Independent Patriots for Change MP Michael Mulunga argued during National Assembly debate that the petroleum amendment bill, which would place oil and gas under the Office of the President, mirrors the governance failures that led to the 2019 Fishrot scandal. He warned that granting such discretionary powers without proper oversight risks similar corruption and questioned why the bill is urgent when commercial oil production is years away.
Agriculture Minister Inge Zaamwani has outlined interventions to support more than 30 veterinary graduates unable to practise due to unregistered status with the Namibian Veterinary Council, including three attempts at registration exams, temporary registration during preparation, UNAM's eight-week preparatory module (with 2024 fee coverage), and an internship programme facilitated by the Directorate of Veterinary Services.