insert_link Namibia Parliament greenlights Access to Information Act (ATI) implementation The Minister of Information and Communication Technology, Emma Theofelus, thanked Parliament for approving the access to communication regulations and enabling the implementation of the Access to Information Act of 2022. The ATI Act mandates the appointment of an independent information commissioner and deputy commissioner. The legislation, signed by late President Hage Geingob, aims to strengthen public access to information from both public and private institutions. MICT spokesperson, Shoki Kandjimi, unpacks […] todayAugust 8, 2024 21
insert_link Local MICT welcomes the endorsement of the Access to Information Regulations by Parliament The National Assembly has approved the Access to Information Act (ATI) No. 8 of 2022 Regulations, marking a significant development in Namibia’s commitment to transparency and accountability. The endorsement, finalized on Tuesday, 06 August 2024, is a key milestone in the implementation of the ATI legislation.Following the approval, Hon. Emma Theofelus, the Minister of Information and Communication Technology, is expected to issue a notice in the Government Gazette to […] todayAugust 6, 2024 54