National Assembly

Political Parties Arrive In South Africa to Observe Ballot Paper Production Ahead of November Elections

A delegation of eighteen political parties participating in the November 2024 Presidential and National Assembly elections has traveled to Johannesburg, South Africa, to observe the entire process of ballot paper production, including design, layout, printing, packaging, and delivery. According to the Electoral Commission of Namibia are set to return on October 29. The parties involved include the Action Democratic Movement, Affirmative Repositioning, All People’s Party, and others. However, the […]

21 October, 2024 35

South Africa

S.A President Ramaphosa Reaffirms Ethical Commitment Amid VBS Bank Loan Allegations

S. A president Cyril Ramaphosa has reaffirmed his commitment to upholding ethical conduct in the executive following allegations about a VBS Mutual Bank loan involving Justice minister Thembi Simelane. He highlighted that all members are required to disclose their financial interests annually to ensure transparency and prevent conflicts of interest. Addressing oral questions in the National Assembly, Ramaphosa stated he is carefully considering the findings:

18 October, 2024 26

Uncategorized

IPC’s Itula talks 2024 Election expectations

As Namibia approaches its seventh general election since independence, scheduled for 27 November 2024, political parties are gearing up for a highly anticipated race. Among them is the Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) party, led by Panduleni Itula, who spoke on the potential voter turnout and his expectations for increased support. In a recent interview with Future Media News, Itula shared his concerns about discrepancies in past vote counts, referring […]

17 October, 2024 77

Africa

ECN rejects three presidential candidates’ nomination

Ally Angula By: Josia Shigwedha The Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) has rejected Ally Angula, Else Chen, and Jeremia Kaambo's applications to contest as presidential candidates in the November election. The Commission's chairperson, Elsie Nghikembua, said the three independent candidates failed to meet some provisions. Nghikembua added that the ECN had extended the public sitting to allow rejected candidates to rectify their nominations. "The extension has been granted to afford […]

16 October, 2024 29

Namibia

Swapo Party announces electoral college results

The Swapo Party convened its much-anticipated electoral college, commonly referred to as the "pot," over the weekend. Approximately 600 delegates, including members of parliament and the party's central committee, participated in the process to elect candidates for the upcoming National Assembly election scheduled for November. Political Analyst Dr. Ndumba Kamwanyah weighed in on the electoral process, offering his opinion on the importance of the "pot" in shaping Swapo's political landscape. […]

9 September, 2024 383

South Africa

S.A. Parliament Receives MK Party’s Notice on Removal of Public Representatives

S.A parliament has confirmed it has received correspondence from the MK Party advising the Speaker of the National Assembly of its decision to remove several of its public representatives from the National Assembly. Parliament’s spokesperson, Moloto Mothapo says according to the Constitution, a person loses membership of the National Assembly if they cease to be a member of the party that nominated them to the Assembly:

9 August, 2024 44

Namibia

PDM opposes Bill limiting public demonstrations

Debate on the Public Gathering Bill, which could restrict demonstrations at certain public institutions for national security reasons, has been postponed to September. The bill intends to protect constitutional rights while maintaining public order and safety. It would prohibit demonstrations in restricted areas such as court buildings, the National Assembly, the State House, airports, embassies, military buildings, and central intelligence offices. PDM Member of Parliament, Maximilian Katjimune says his party […]

8 August, 2024 56

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Business / Economics

Finance Minister tables Income Tax Amendment Bill

The Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Iipumbu Shiimi has introduced the Income Tax Amendment Act of 2024 in the National Assembly. The Act provides tax relief to individuals and non-mining companies by amending Schedule 4 of the Income Tax Act of 1981, which addresses tax rates. Shiimi had announced in the February 2024 national budget that all taxpayers would receive relief by adjusting the tax tables by N$50,000, exempting […]

7 August, 2024 372 4 2

World

French PM poised to take caretaker role in deadlocked France

By Jurgen HECKER French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal was set to resign but stay on as head of a caretaker government Tuesday, officials said, with no replacement in sight as divided parliamentary groups succumb to infighting. President Emmanuel Macron is expected to accept Attal's resignation after Tuesday's cabinet meeting -- the first since his allies got roundly beaten in a snap National Assembly election called […]

16 July, 2024 20