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National Democratic Party

Also known as: NDP

Political party that secured one National Assembly seat in 2024 elections and regional/local council seats in 2025, led by Martin Lukato.

2024-09-222026-06-08
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  1. February 2025

  2. The Namibian

    National Democratic Party is led by Martin Lukato as president

    Source

    “National Democratic Party president Martin Lukato says Namibia has lost a brave liberation icon that never wavered, from the time of the liberation struggle and beyond.”

    We've lost a fighter that never surrendered – Lukato
  3. September 2024

  4. The Namibian

    National Democratic Party wants to connect all schools to high-speed fibre by 2028

    Source

    “It wants to connect all schools to high-speed fibre by 2028.”

    Political parties promise better internet, digitisation, more classrooms, curriculum reform ahead of November elections
Society

Katima Mulilo proposes servicing 200 plots annually

The News

Katima Mulilo mayor Kabende Kabende has proposed servicing 200 residential plots annually for five years to address a housing backlog exceeding 6,000 units and over 2,000 applicants on a waiting list dating back to 2008. The plan aims to reduce informal settlements and introduce predictability and accountability in addressing land demand.

Why it matters

Katima Mulilo proposes servicing 200 plots annually for five years to tackle a 6,000-unit housing backlog, addressing a key infrastructure challenge in the north.

16 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 16 May

  1. Katima Mulilo proposes servicing 200 plots annually

    Katima Mulilo mayor Kabende Kabende has proposed servicing 200 residential plots annually for five years to address a housing backlog exceeding 6,000 units and over 2,000 applicants on a waiting list dating back to 2008. The plan aims to reduce informal settlements and introduce predictability and accountability in addressing land demand.

    16 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 17 April

  1. Political leaders unite at memorial for late MP James Uerikua

    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 →

Tuesday 14 April

  1. MPs warn persistent agriculture ministry underfunding threatens food security

    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 →

Wednesday 8 April

  1. National Assembly adjourns to honour deceased Swapo parliamentarian Uerikua

    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 →

Saturday 28 March

  1. National Assembly budget cuts risk crippling parliamentary work

    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 →

Tuesday 24 March

  1. Eastern Zambezi communities still use Botswana pula currency illegally

    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 →

Monday 23 March

  1. Deputy Minister calls for unity, action against corruption

    At Namibia's 36th Independence Day celebrations in Bukalo, Deputy Minister of Defence Charles Mubita urged the country to move beyond reflection and embrace action on national development, warning that corruption, nepotism, and tribalism continue to undermine progress. In a show of political unity, Mubita invited opposition leaders, including NDP leader Lukato Lukato, to join him on stage, emphasizing that national development transcends party lines.

    23 March 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 19 March

  1. Lukato criticises unfulfilled pension increase promise

    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 →

Monday 16 March

  1. LPM proposes labour export to address Namibia's unemployment crisis

    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 →

Wednesday 4 March

  1. NDP honours 25 members for election campaign contributions

    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 →

Monday 2 March

  1. NDP honours 25 members for election campaign contributions

    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 →

Tuesday 24 February

  1. Labour rights body blames govt inaction for rental crisis

    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 →

Saturday 21 February

  1. Minister rejects claims president will issue petroleum licences

    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 →

Thursday 19 February

  1. Parliamentary debate on presidential power over petroleum industry bill

    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 →

  2. Namibian MPs study Rwanda's governance and security practices

    A parliamentary delegation led by James Uerikua visited Rwanda to exchange best practices on international relations, defence and security. The MPs identified Rwanda's anti-corruption measures, technology-driven governance, security sector professionalism and public accountability mechanisms as models Namibia could realistically adopt to strengthen oversight and service delivery.

    19 February 2026 · New Era →

Friday 6 February

  1. Katima Mulilo NPD councillor prioritises fighting corruption, reform

    Re-elected NPD councillor Simasiku Mukendwa outlined his priorities for Katima Mulilo Town Council, citing corruption and maladministration as the council's "biggest enemies" and pledging to reform governance systems, improve accountability, and tackle long-standing service-delivery challenges including roads and sewer infrastructure through gradual, realistic progress.

    6 February 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 20 January

  1. Parliamentarians divided over Venaani's early recall proposal

    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 →

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