Namibia highlights achievements at IPU Assembly.

Story by George Sanzila Geneva, Switzerland – Namibia is listed among the 38% of countries that have passed legislation, adopted decisions and/or taken specific action in follow up to IPU outcomes. This was revealed during the special accountability segment of the General Debate at the IPU Assembly that assesses how parliaments have followed up on…

Kauma urges Parliaments to legislate for women’s representation.

  By Rafael Hangula Geneva – The Vice-Chairperson of the National Council, Victoria Kauma, has called on national parliaments and member states of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) to enact laws that will enhance women’s representation. Kauma made this appeal during a debate on gender parity titled “Pushing Back on the Pushback: Men and Women MPs…

Speaker appeals for STI ethical standards in final remarks to IPU Assembly.

  Story by George Sanzila Date: 14/10/2024 Geneva, Switzerland – Speaker of the National Assembly, Hon. Prof. Peter Katjavivi has implored parliaments to enact legislations that establish ethical standards for science, technology and innovation development including ensuring the implementation of such laws. Speaker made this call today in his final speech to hundreds of delegates…