Minister of Justice and Labour Relations, Wise Immanuel, has stated that the retirement and promotion of judicial officers, alongside the introduction of new court functions, have resulted in vacancies within the High Court.
The Ministry of Works and Transport has installed electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at its headquarters in response to rising uptake of electric vehicles, Minister Veikko Nekundi said on Thursday.
Mines and Energy Minister Modestus Amutse has stated that the global oil company Vitol is not required to obtain a local operating licence, as it already has agreements in place with various Namibian entities and was legally appointed.
Swanu leader Evilastus Kaaronda raised concerns in the National Assembly regarding the cancellation of some unverified old-age grants.
He questioned the Ministry of Finance whether the implemented digital system could be the cause.
During yesterday's session of the National Assembly, members of the opposition expressed resistance toward the proposed Land Bill, stating that they cannot approve it in its current form.
The National Assembly resumed today after about a month on recess, with the first order of the day being the Public Governance Amendment Bill.
Finance Minister Erica Shafudah says the Financial Institutions and Market Act (FIMA) will deliver meaningful benefits across all segments of society.
The act aims to strengthen consumer protection, promote financial inclusion and enhance regulatory oversight, among other things.
The position of Registrar of Pharmacists came under the spotlight in the National Assembly on Tuesday, with Affirmative Repositioning leader Job Amupanda questioning why the position was never advertised and what procedures were followed to fill it.
Media freedom plays a crucial role in ensuring transparency and accountability within the judicial system.
The National Assembly is scheduled to reconvene tomorrow.
The National Assembly adjourned on the 30th of April and went on a month-long recess. During the recess period, MPs carried out oversight visits and other constituency-related responsibilities throughout the country.
