The Pensioner Population to Postal Services report by the National Proximity Atlas 2 has revealed uneven postal services around the country, as some regions face significant service pressure.
There are 135 post offices countrywide serving 206,675 pensioners.
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila, has denied accusations by some Members of Parliament that she is biased when presiding over debates.
The minister of Defence and Veteran Affairs, Frans Kapofi, stated that the veterans camping outside the Swapo headquarters are not in conflict with the government and are receiving what they are entitled to.
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 has approved a N$535 million budget for the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) for the 2026/2027 financial year, though several MPs raised alarms over reduced funding for the Disaster Risk Management Programme.
National Assembly members voiced their concerns, focusing on land, water and food issues in the country during the budget debate on the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform.
Members of Parliament in the National Assembly have welcomed the N$7 billion allocation to the Social Grants Management program, calling it a much-needed boost for the country's most vulnerable citizens.
