The Minister of Industrialization and Trade, Lucia Iipumbu, has introduced a relief programme to waive a staggering N$275 million in penalties accumulated by non-compliant businesses from 2012 to 2022.
Members of Parliament have commended the Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises' efforts to curb excessive spending and for recognising the economic strain experienced by all Namibians.
MPs were contributing to the Appropriation Amendment Bill.
The need to make paternity leave part of the legal framework has received support from some Members of Parliament in the National Assembly, as has the extension of maternity leave.
The Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform, Anna Shiweda, stated that the water crisis being experienced in the northern-central regions has been partially resolved.
Members of Parliament have sought clarification regarding the history of the National Anthem, "Namibia, Land of the Brave," particularly on the copyright and the N$2 million token of appreciation.
United Democratic Front MP Dudu Murorua posed a question to Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila.
The Popular Democratic Movement Member of Parliament, Maximalliant Katjimune, has called for urgent action to combat the deep-rooted issues contributing to high crime rates in the country.
Katjimune was contributing to the motion presented by PDM MP Mike Venaani to address the high crime rates.
Despite economic challenges, Namibia has displayed resilience, with an estimated growth rate of 3.5% in 2023.
The public debt stock is expected to reach N$153.8 billion of the gross domestic product (GDP), showing a slight improvement from the previous year.
The Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Iipumbu Shiimi, unveiled the financial adjustments during the presentation of the N$4.8 billion 2023–2024 Appropriation Bill.
An additional budget of N$643 million will go towards the drought relief programme under the Office of the Prime Minister.
The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) General Assembly, held in Luanda, Angola, has expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip.
Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, Dr. Albert Kawana, has expressed reservations about the possibility of introducing paternity leave, citing concerns that it could result in unintended repercussions.
