Lawmakers

Lawmakers face backlog as Parliament reopens

Parliament of Namibia (Photo credit: Commonwealth Parliamentary Association of United Kingdom) The official opening of Namibia’s Parliament takes place this afternoon, uniting the three arms of the state: the executive, the legislature, and the judiciary. This event marks the start of a new parliamentary session, during which lawmakers are expected to focus on national policy, oversight, and legislation. Key bills expected to be tabled include the Land Bill, the Public […]

3 February, 2026

World

French President unveils new government

French Prime Minister Lecornu and President Emmanuel Macron. (Photo: by Ludovic Marin, AFP) French President Emmanuel Macron has unveiled a new government after reappointing Prime Minister Sebastian Lecornu, four days following his resignation. Macron tasked Lecornu and his cabinet with presenting a draft budget on Monday, allowing lawmakers sufficient time to review the proposal before the end of the year. The move comes amid ongoing efforts to stabilize government operations […]

13 October, 2025

Namibia

MPs Debate Pension Fund Reforms

Lawmakers are actively reviewing proposed amendments to the Members of Parliament and Other Office Bearers Pension Fund. The discussion is focusing on enhancing financial security for public office holders and ensuring sustainability. Some MPs are arguing for increased contributions, while others are raising concerns about fiscal responsibility. The reforms aim to balance long-term benefits with economic realities. A final decision is set to be made after further consultations.

6 March, 2025

Namibia

Lawmakers set to debating prison conditions and equitable wealth distribution

Lawmakers are set to debate prison conditions, infrastructure development, and equitable wealth distribution. Concerns are being raised about overcrowded correctional facilities and inadequate rehabilitation programs. Infrastructure talks are focusing on improving roads and public utilities in underserved regions. MPs are also examining how national resources are distributed under the One Namibia, One Nation principle. Further discussions are shaping potential reforms in these sectors.

6 March, 2025

World

US govt shutdown likely after Trump kills deal

A US government shutdown looms as incoming President Donald Trump urges lawmakers to reject a proposed deal. Funding for key services will run out by Friday unless a last-minute agreement is reached. Democrat House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticized Republicans, stating Trump's stance will impact Americans.

20 December, 2024

World

Mixed reception from US lawmakers to Trump cabinet picks

Donald Trump's cabinet picks have received a mixed reception from lawmakers from both political parties. Controversial nominees include Robert F Kennedy Junior for the Department of Health and Fox TV host Pete Hegseth for defense secretary. Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave has more.

25 November, 2024

Africa

Kenya’s lawmakers want to extend Presidential term to seven years

Kenyan lawmakers have proposed revising the country’s constitution to extend presidential and parliamentary terms to seven years from five, according to a notice published in the Daily Nation newspaper. A bill submitted to the Senate and first read on 26 September 2024 is under discussion by a committee, according to the notice that calls for the public to submit its views on the proposal.

2 October, 2024

Africa

What’s next after Kenya’s deadly protests?

By Rose TROUP BUCHANAN, Simon VALMARY After an unprecedented day of chaos and deadly violence, Kenya finds itself plunged into uncertainty on Wednesday, with lawmakers due to vote this week on deeply unpopular tax hikes that have sparked widespread protests. How did East Africa's economic powerhouse get to this point and what happens now? Tuesday's national strike against proposed tax hikes began peacefully, with […]

26 June, 2024

World

India’s lawmakers take oath without duo behind bars

India's newly elected lawmakers took the oath of office Tuesday, but without two vocal government critics unable to take their seats because they are jailed on national security charges. One is the Sikh separatist Amritpal Singh, a firebrand preacher arrested last year after a month-long police manhunt in Punjab state. The other is Sheikh Abdul Rashid, a former state legislator in Indian-administered Kashmir, known popularly as […]

25 June, 2024