Also known as: Deputy speaker Phillipus Katamelo · Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly Phillipus Katamelo
National Assembly deputy speaker who has addressed campaign financing risks, led Pan-African Parliament preparations, and advocated green hydrogen leadership.
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The Namibian
Phillipus Katamelo warned that campaign funding from undisclosed sources can compromise political party integrity
“Political parties have been warned that campaign funding from undisclosed sources or vested interests can compromise their integrity, influence political decision-making and undermine democracy.”
Katamelo flags danger of undisclosed campaign cashThe Namibian
Deputy speaker Phillipus Katamelo defended MPs' right to leave the chamber
“Deputy speaker Phillipus Katamelo, however, defended MPs' right to leave the chamber, saying the assembly's standing rules do not prevent members from doing so.”
ECN chairperson nomination hits quorum wallNew Era
Phillipus Katamelo presented a roadmap calling for immediate ceasefire and stronger action against foreign interference in Sudan
“The report, presented yesterday by Namibia's Head of Delegation to PAP and Chairperson of the Permanent Committee on Cooperation, International Relations and Conflict Resolution, Phillipus Katamelo, was debated during the First Ordinary Session of the Seventh Pan-African Parliament.”
Namibia tables roadmap to end Sudan warNew Era
Phillipus Katamelo urged neighbouring countries to help stop the conflict from spreading beyond Sudan's borders
“Presenting the report, Katamelo urged neighbouring countries to help stop the conflict from spreading beyond Sudan's borders.”
Namibia tables roadmap to end Sudan warWindhoek Observer
Phillipus Katamelo led Namibia's delegation to the Pan-African Parliament
“The delegation, led by Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly Phillipus Katamelo, includes Rodney Cloete, Olivia Hanghuwo, Tjimutambo Kuuoko and Alpheus !Naruseb.”
Namibia’s PAP delegation begins committee sittingsInformanté
Deputy Speaker Phillipus Katamelo called on Namibians to embrace forgiveness, unity, and historical truth while preserving genocide memory
“DEPUTY Speaker of the National Assembly Phillipus Katamelo has called on Namibians to embrace forgiveness, unity, and historical truth while preserving the memory of the 1904–1908 genocide during the joint ||Kharas and Hardap regional commemoration held at Shark Island in Lüderitz.”
Shark Island remembrance calls for unityInformanté
Katamelo described Shark Island as a place of suffering, endurance, and unfinished remembrance
“Delivering the keynote address on Genocide Remembrance Day, Katamelo described Shark Island as a place of suffering, endurance, and unfinished remembrance, stressing that the site must continue serving as a symbol of historical truth, justice, and national healing.”
Shark Island remembrance calls for unityThe Namibian
Phillipus Katamelo said atrocities committed by Germany during 1904–1908 genocide can only be addressed through meaningful action
“The atrocities committed by Germany during the 1904–1908 genocide against the Ovaherero and Nama people can only be addressed through meaningful action, National Assembly deputy speaker Phillipus Katamelo said on Thursday.”
Katamelo demands action beyond words on genocideThe Namibian
Phillipus Katamelo urged companies such as Hyphen Hydrogen Energy to focus on economic development and improving social conditions
“He urged companies such as Hyphen Hydrogen Energy operating in the ||Kharas region to focus not only on economic development, but also on improving social conditions in local communities.”
Katamelo demands action beyond words on genocideNew Era
Deputy Speaker Phillipus Katamelo called for stronger collective accountability in fight against corruption
“Meanwhile, Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Phillipus Katamelo, called for stronger collective accountability in the fight against corruption, saying such responsibility not only lies with leadership but also with all those involved in key appointments and oversight processes.”
‘High expectations on underfunded ACC unfair’The Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters have called on National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila to voluntarily step aside for one month, citing concerns about disorder, tension, and perceived unequal treatment of opposition members in parliamentary proceedings.
3 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters have called on National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila to voluntarily step aside for one month, citing concerns about disorder, tension, and perceived unequal treatment of opposition members in parliamentary proceedings.
3 September 2026 · The Namibian →
NEFF deputy leader Kalimbo Iipumbu has called on National Assembly Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila to voluntarily step aside for one month, citing recent parliamentary disorder and concerns about her impartiality toward opposition MPs. The call follows an IPC motion seeking the Speaker's removal and consecutive days of disorder in the chamber.
3 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
National Assembly deputy speaker Phillipus Katamelo has warned that campaign funding from undisclosed sources or vested interests can compromise political integrity, influence decision-making, and undermine democracy. At a UNODC-led consultation on political party financing, he cautioned that politicians can become instruments of corruption when accepting funds without understanding donors' intentions, and argued that regulation should target both politicians and those providing money.
1 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The National Assembly failed to reach the required 49-vote quorum to decide on Gerson Sindano's nomination as Electoral Commission of Namibia chairperson, with only 45 MPs supporting the motion on Tuesday. Opposition MPs walked out of the chamber in protest, with disagreement over whether this constitutes a genuine absence of quorum or a deliberate obstruction of the voting process.
1 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia has tabled a roadmap at the Pan-African Parliament calling for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan, a parliamentary fact-finding mission, and action against foreign interference fuelling the conflict. The recommendations include convening a special PAP session on Sudan, rejecting the parallel government established by the Rapid Support Forces, and condemning external actors prolonging the crisis.
29 July 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's Pan-African Parliament delegation, led by Deputy Speaker Phillipus Katamelo, has commenced Permanent Committee sittings ahead of the First Ordinary Session of the Seventh Parliament, scheduled to begin on 27 July 2026 in Midrand, South Africa. The committee meetings, running until 25 July, form part of preparations to review matters under the various PAP committees' mandates.
22 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
At Shark Island's joint ||Kharas and Hardap regional commemoration on Genocide Remembrance Day, Deputy Speaker Phillipus Katamelo urged Namibians to embrace forgiveness, unity, and historical truth while preserving memory of the 1904–1908 genocide, noting the island's use as a German concentration camp between 1905 and 1907 where Ovaherero and Nama prisoners faced starvation, forced labour, violence, disease, and death.
28 May 2026 · Informanté →
National Assembly deputy speaker Phillipus Katamelo said that the 1904–1908 genocide against the Ovaherero and Nama people can only be addressed through meaningful action, not words alone. He urged companies operating in Namibia to focus on improving social conditions and creating jobs in local communities as a way to help correct historical injustices.
28 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Parliamentarians from multiple parties criticized the N$109 million allocation to the Anti-Corruption Commission for the 2026/27 fiscal year as inadequate, arguing that underfunding, limited access to modern technology, and outdated legislation prevent the institution from effectively combating corruption. MPs called for increased funding and legislative amendments to enable the ACC to keep pace with evolving criminal tactics.
2 April 2026 · New Era →
PDM president McHenry Venaani told Parliament that restrictions on political parties' use of public funding for business activities are weakening their administration, and urged a revisit of the Electoral Act's limitations. Political parties received N$185.2 million in public funds for the 2026/27 financial year, allocated according to parliamentary representation.
28 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Erongo governor Natalia /Goagoses has called for urgent review of Namibia's mining laws to address illegal mining and ensure residents benefit from the region's mineral resources. She highlighted that small-scale miners in the Daures constituency, many of whom have operated since the 1960s–70s, are now classified as illegal despite their long history, while poor enforcement has allowed this to continue for decades.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
National Council chairperson Lukas Sinimbo Muha addressed members of the 7th National Council at an induction seminar in Swakopmund, urging them to strengthen their role in promoting inclusive development and participatory democracy as a constitutional imperative. He stressed that parliament must listen to citizens' voices and hold the executive accountable, while the NC serves as a bridge between regional and central government interests.
18 March 2026 · New Era →
Nudo lawmaker Vetaruhe Kandorozu has remained defiant after making tribal and racial remarks against deputy education minister Dino Ballotti in Parliament, telling him to "go back to Italy." The party's acting president Peter Kazongominja said Kandorozu will face disciplinary action, emphasizing that Nudo is founded on principles of unity and the remarks do not represent the party.
6 March 2026 · New Era →
Education Minister Sanet Steenkamp condemned remarks by National Unity Democratic Organisation MP Vetaruhe Kandorozu, who told deputy education minister Dino Ballotti that he is from Italy and that Namibians do not look like him, calling for the matter to be addressed at the highest level. Kandorozu initially refused to apologize, saying his comments were meant as a joke, though he later withdrew them; Steenkamp said the incident dehumanised Namibians and argued that Namibia belongs to all its people.
6 March 2026 · The Namibian →
NUDO's Vetaruhe Kandorozu told Education Deputy Minister Dino Ballotti to "go back to Italy" and made comments about white people not being Namibian in the National Assembly on Wednesday, forcing Deputy Speaker Phillipus Katamelo to adjourn the session; Kandorozu later withdrew his remarks after being told they were "unparliamentary" and not in the interest of building the nation.
5 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The National Assembly approved the appointment of Patrick Nandago, Linda Scott, Lidwina Shapwa and Gerson Kamatuka as Public Service Commission commissioners for five years beginning March 2026, with 48 Swapo votes securing approval despite opposition parties boycotting the vote and challenging the process.
4 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Deputy minister of education Dino Ballotti apologised publicly after clashing with Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda during a National Assembly session on Tuesday, acknowledging that his response fell short of the standards expected of leadership despite disliking how he was addressed.
4 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Deputy Speaker adjourned the National Assembly session after AR leader Job Amupanda and Deputy Minister of Education Dino Ballotti engaged in a verbal confrontation. Ballotti later apologized to Amupanda, acknowledging that MPs should treat each other with respect.
4 March 2026 · Informanté →
Deputy Speaker Phillipus Katamelo told the IRENA Assembly in Abu Dhabi that Namibia is committed to becoming a green hydrogen leader through reforms including procurement transparency, private-sector frameworks, risk-sharing, infrastructure development, and skills training. He cited the dedicated green hydrogen office and projects like Tsogo as evidence of progress.
15 January 2026 · Informanté →
National Assembly deputy speaker Phillipus Katamelo told the International Renewable Energy Agency conference in Abu Dhabi that Namibia's deliberate reforms, political backing, and dedicated national green hydrogen programme have established the country as a fast-moving market leader. Industries minister Modestus Amutse said Namibia's green hydrogen strategy aims to support domestic industrial applications like green steel and fertilisers while positioning the nation as a future exporter.
14 January 2026 · The Namibian →
At the International Renewable Energy Agency's 16th Assembly in Abu Dhabi, Namibian officials highlighted the country's clear strategy and strong political support for renewable energy and green hydrogen. Deputy Speaker Katamelo attributed Namibia's success to well-planned reforms, competitive bidding, balanced risk-sharing, and strong institutions, while Minister Amutse noted the country's target of 70% renewable energy by 2030, backed by reforms including the Modified Single Buyer model.
13 January 2026 · New Era →