The National Assembly is expected to resume debate on the Mental Health Bill at the committee stage after proceedings stalled last week due to procedural disagreements among Members of Parliament.

A heated debate in the National Assembly led to opposition MPs walking out of the chamber in protest. 

The dispute arose over a motion tabled by the Swapo party's Philipus Katamelo, proposing an amendment to Rule 2 of the Standing Rules and Orders.

The proposed amendment to the Income Tax Act of 1981, which aims to increase the tax deductibility of retirement funds, has sparked considerable debate as sessions resumed yesterday in the National Council.

While some members of parliament supported changes to the bill, others have voiced concerns.

Debate on a bill that could restrict demonstrations at certain public institutions and places that are likely to compromise national security has been postponed to September.

Discord ensued as Members of Parliament in the National Assembly engaged in a fervent debate, questioning the existing parliamentary protocols after PDM MP Nico Smith rose to contribute to the Appropriation Bill.

Farm Sandputz in the Hardap Region was never expropriated by the government and is still considered state land, of which the government holds the title deed.