Parliamentary Committee assesses viability of green scheme projects

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The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources visited green scheme projects in the Zambezi, Kavango East, and Kavango West regions. 

The visit aimed to assess the operational viability of the projects amid reports of non-productivity and dormancy. 

Motion to ratify Namibia-Cuba convicted persons transfer agreement tabled

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A motion that seeks to ratify the agreement between Namibia and Cuba for the transfer of convicted persons has been tabled in the National Assembly.

This agreement underscores commitment to the social rehabilitation of offenders, enabling them to serve their sentences in their home countries.

Regularisation of foreign citizenship being refined

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The Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security, Albert Kawana, introduced the 'Recognition of Status of Certain Residents of Namibia, their Descendants, and Foreign Spouses Bill' aimed at refining their pathways to full Namibian citizenship.

NC MPs raise concern on some parts of Marriage Bill

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The National Council members still expressed reservations regarding the proposal to legalise same-sex marriage in Namibia, citing traditional norms where such unions were not historically recognised.