Noreen Sitali JOHANNESBURG – Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly Philippus Katamelo has been appointed chairperson of the Permanent Committee on Cooperation, International Relations and Conflict Resolution of the Pan-African Parliament, marking a significant step in strengthe …
Katamelo lands key Pan-African Parliament roleNamibia Minute.
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Namibia's legislative body where parliamentary proceedings are videotaped, young lawmakers receive leadership training, and recent sessions have included procedural disruptions.
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- May 2026
- April 2026
… If indeed Africa works disorder as a political instrument, then the logic of the reasoning that it is utilised, more so in an organ of the state such as the National Assembly, is highly applicable. …
Opinion – Parliament and politics of disorderRudolf Gaiseb The Parliament of Namibia, in collaboration with the Inter-Parliamentary Union, held a training on leadership, mentorship, and communication for young parliamentarians in Windhoek recently. …
Strengthening youth voices in Parliament …young lawmakers target policy influence through mentorship- March 2026
… The party also distanced itself from the language used and reaffirmed its commitment to respectful political discourse and responsible leadership in the Parliament of Namibia,” Uapingene said. …
Kazongominja takes Nudo’s reins … party retrenches employees, reprimands KandorozuIn recent weeks, the tone and direction of debate within the Parliament of Namibia have shifted from the substantive to the superficial, raising profound concerns among the citizens who look to this institution for leadership. …
Opinion – Reject personal attacks, focus on nation-building… I also extend my sincere gratitude to the parliament of Namibia and all stakeholders involved for their dedication and hard work in bringing this gathering to fruition. …
Vice President Lucia Witbooi Opens Commonwealth Parliamentary Association Africa Executive Committee Meeting- February 2026
… This translates to a monthly salary of N$120 000, with a range of benefits according to an annexure seen by The Namibian from the parliament of Namibia. …
Information commissioner to pocket N$120 000 p/m… Photos: Parliament of the Republic of Namibia The inauguration coincided with a week-long benchmark visit by a delegation from the United Kingdom Parliament to the Parliament of Namibia under the auspices of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA-UK), highlighting growin …
UK envoy inaugurates Gerus Solar One, Namibia’s second merchant solar plant- January 2026
William Ian van Wyk (51) is a dedicated civil servant with 28 years of experience within the halls of the Parliament of Namibia, serving as a systems controller and videographer for the National Assembly. …
Know your Civil Servant – Recording Namibia’s democracy- December 2025
National Council, Parliament of Namibia, 12 December 2025 ___________________________________________________________ Good morning. …
Acceptance speech by Lukas Sinimbo Muha as chairperson of the 7th National Council
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Namibian deputy speaker leads Pan-African Parliament committee
The News
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 →
Tuesday 5 May
Namibian deputy speaker leads Pan-African Parliament committee
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 →
Friday 17 April
Opinion: Is parliamentary disorder a political strategy?
An opinion piece examines recent disruptions in Namibia's Parliament—including table-banging and xenophobic remarks—asking whether disorder functions as a deliberate political instrument to advance narrow interests rather than genuine democratic expression. The author draws on African political theory to suggest that weak institutionalization may enable actors to exploit confusion strategically.
17 April 2026 · New Era →
Wednesday 1 April
Parliament trains young lawmakers in leadership and mentorship skills
The Parliament of Namibia and the Inter-Parliamentary Union held a training session for young parliamentarians to strengthen their leadership capacity, communication skills, and mentorship abilities in governance. The initiative aims to empower young MPs to influence policy, drive sustainable development, and increase youth representation in parliamentary decision-making, with an "I Say Yes to Youth in Parliament" campaign also launched.
1 April 2026 · New Era →
Monday 16 March
Peter Kazongominja becomes Nudo president after Muinjangue's resignation
The National Unity Democratic Organisation's national executive committee has appointed Peter Kazongominja as party president following the resignation of former deputy health minister Utjiua Muinjangue. The party also retrenched all employees due to financial challenges from the loss of two parliamentary seats, and formally reprimanded MP Vetaruhe Kandorozu for his parliamentary conduct.
16 March 2026 · New Era →
Monday 9 March
Opinion: Parliament must reject personal attacks, focus on nation-building
A Namibian scholar argues that recent parliamentary debate has shifted toward personal attacks on Deputy Minister Dino Ballotti rather than substantive policy engagement, undermining democratic institutions and diverting attention from urgent socio-economic challenges like unemployment and economic strain that demand genuine legislative focus.
9 March 2026 · New Era →
Friday 6 March
Vice President Witbooi opens CPA Africa executive committee meeting
Vice President Lucia Witbooi opened the 90th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association African Region Executive Committee meeting in Swakopmund, emphasizing the importance of strong, independent legislatures in advancing democratic governance, constitutional order, and sustainable development across Africa.
6 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Monday 16 February
Information commissioner salary set at N$1.4 million annually
Namibia's incoming information commissioner will earn N$120,000 monthly plus extensive benefits, exceeding the prime minister's estimated salary. The role, created to implement the Access to Information Act and strengthen public procurement transparency, will be filled through a formal recruitment process advertised by parliament.
16 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 10 February
Gerus Solar One, Namibia's second merchant solar plant, inaugurated
The 19.3 MWp Gerus Solar One Project, located between Otjiwarongo and Otavi, was officially inaugurated by the British High Commissioner. The plant, developed by Solarcentury Africa in partnership with Sino Energy, will sell electricity directly into the Southern African Power Pool, contributing to Namibia's renewable energy capacity and regional power trade.
10 February 2026 · Informanté →
Friday 23 January
Parliamentary videographer records 28 years of Namibian democracy
William Ian van Wyk, a systems controller and videographer for the National Assembly for 28 years, ensures all parliamentary proceedings are captured visually for the public record. His work maintains neutrality across all political affiliations and creates a historical archive of Namibia's legislative progress for future generations.
23 January 2026 · New Era →