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22 – 2021 THIRD SESSION, SEVENTH PARLIAMENT REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA ORDER PAPER OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY TUESDAY, 13 APRIL 2021 (14:30 – 17:45) ORDERS OF THE DAY I. II.

Resumption of Debate on Second Reading – Appropriation Bill [B.

5 – 2021] – [Minister of Finance].

Resumption of Debate on Second Reading – Magistrates’ Court Amendment Bill [B.

3 – 2021] – [Minister of Justice].

III.

Resumption of Debate on Second Reading – High Court Amendment Bill [B.
2 – 2021] – [Minister of Justice].

IV.

Resumption of Debate on Second Reading – Combating of Rape Amendment Bill [B.

4 – 2021] – [Ms. Hengari].

V. Resumption of Debate on Second Reading – Combating of Domestic Violence Amendment Bill [B.

1 – 2021] – [Mr. Van Wyk].

VI.

Resumption of Debate on the way forward on what is to become of learners who may not wish to or cannot afford to pursue their training at a VTC – [Deputy Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources].

VII.
VII.

Resumption of Debate on conditions of our Local Authorities and why many of them fail to execute their mandates and whether sufficient resources are availed by Central Government to empower them – [Minister of Works and Transport].

VIII.

Resumption of Debate on the plight of the people of Kombat – [Mr. Kauandenge].

IX.

Resumption of Debate on the separation of powers as an essential element of democratic systems – [Mr. Swartbooi].
X. Resumption of Debate on Article 47 (1)(e)(f) and (2)(b) of the Namibian Constitution in as far as it violates the rights of those members of the Namibian society – [Ms. Mootu].

NOTICES OF MOTIONS I.

Deputy Speaker: That this Assembly – In accordance with Article 114(2) of the Namibian Constitution – Recommends that Hon.

Evelyn !Nawses-Taeyele and Hon.

Leevi Katoma to be Members of the Security Commission.
In terms of the same Article, the National Assembly is required to recommend this nomination to His Excellency the President for appointment.

II.

Mr. Mwilima: That this Assembly – Discusses the introduction of an insurance cover policy which may assist to fully compensate farmers in terms of damages caused by wildlife to human conflict.

That this Motion be referred to the relevant Parliamentary Standing Committee.

III.
III.

Ms. Hengari: That this House – Discusses the removal of structural and systematic barriers that block access to higher education, so that every Namibian person, irrespective of their socio-economic background may be able to pursue higher education.

IV.

Dr. Muinjangue: That this Assembly – Reconsiders the Demarcation of Nossobville Suburb from the Kalahari Constituency to the Gobabis Constituency, Omaheke Region.
V. Dr. Muinjangue: That this Assembly – Discusses representation and participation of women in politics in Namibia; whether women are equally represented as their menfolk and if not, for this House to come up and adopt a solution to it.

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21 – 2021 THIRD SESSION, SEVENTH PARLIAMENT REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA ORDER PAPER OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY THURSDAY, 8 APRIL 2021 (14:30 – 17:45) NOTICES OF MOTIONS I.

Deputy Speaker: That this Assembly – In accordance with Article 114(2) of the Namibian Constitution – Recommends that Hon.

Evelyn !Nawses-Taeyele and Hon.

Leevi Katoma to be Members of the Security Commission.
In terms of the same Article, the National Assembly is required to recommend this nomination to His Excellency the President for appointment.

II.

Mr. Mwilima: That this Assembly – Discusses the introduction of an insurance cover policy which may assist to fully compensate farmers in terms of damages caused by wildlife to human conflict.

That this Motion be referred to the relevant Parliamentary Standing Committee.

III.
III.

Ms. Hengari: That this House – Discusses the removal of structural and systematic barriers that block access to higher education, so that every Namibian person, irrespective of their socio-economic background may be able to pursue higher education.

IV.

Dr. Muinjangue: That this Assembly – Reconsiders the Demarcation of Nossobville Suburb from the Kalahari Constituency to the Gobabis Constituency, Omaheke Region.
V. Dr. Muinjangue: That this Assembly – Discusses representation and participation of women in politics in Namibia; whether women are equally represented as their menfolk and if not, for this House to come up and adopt a solution to it.

ORDERS OF THE DAY I. II.

Resumption of Debate on Second Reading – Magistrates’ Court Amendment Bill [B.

3 – 2021] – [Minister of Justice].

Resumption of Debate on Second Reading – High Court Amendment Bill [B.

2 – 2021] – [Minister of Justice].

III.


Resumption of Debate on Second Reading – Combating of Rape Amendment Bill [B.

4 – 2021] – [Ms. Hengari].

IV.

Resumption of Debate on Second Reading – Combating of Domestic Violence Amendment Bill [B.

1 – 2021] – [Mr. Van Wyk].

V. Resumption of Debate on the way forward on what is to become of learners who may not wish to or cannot afford to pursue their training at a VTC – [Deputy Minister of Fisheries and Marine Resources].

VI.
VI.

Resumption of Debate on conditions of our Local Authorities and why many of them fail to execute their mandates and whether sufficient resources are availed by Central Government to empower them – [Minister of Works and Transport].

VII.

Resumption of Debate on the plight of the people of Kombat – [Mr. Kauandenge].

VIII.

Resumption of Debate on the separation of powers as an essential element of democratic systems – [Mr. Swartbooi].

IX.
IX.

Resumption of Debate on Article 47 (1)(e)(f) and (2)(b) of the Namibian Constitution in as far as it violates the rights of those members of the Namibian society – [Ms. Mootu].

________________________________ TUESDAY, 13 APRIL 2021 ORDER OF THE DAY Resumption of Debate on Second Reading – Appropriation Bill [B.

5 – 2021] – [Minister of Finance].

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Written Representation 6 Name: COL (Ret) K. Kuharajahsingam Counselor Received: 17 Jan 2018 Title: Public view on fake news Dear sir/madam, While I admit that there is intended mischief in agencies creating fake news, accompanied with the potential harm that it can create, sometime is all about the level of trust that exists between government and its citizenry.
I will not be mistaken if I say that in Singapore there are concerns among the people about the transparency of government moves, eg the manner in which individuals are picked for key government roles, ex-scholars and Ministers channeled into key positions in the private sector, and even how families are feature in a single sector, eg previously the presence of Lee family members in Finance ministry, Temasek, & GIC altogether.
People of Singapore feel there is little evidence of checks and balances in the governing of Singaporeans it’s agencies; a case in hand is the retention of current SMRT CEO despite the fiascos discovered after 5 years of being at the helm.

At least in USA we can tune in into select congressional hearings when a person is appointed into a key government or quasi-government position, and people can judge for themselves if selected people are good; or even hearings when things go wrong.
People cannot help but feel that there is too much secrecy within government corridors about going ons.

Additionally people of Singapore lack sufficient information and up-to-date information with which the government makes polices, eg increasing population against our low TFRs and yet not preparing in advance the infrastructure, understanding Low TFR impact to Singapore in critical areas like defence, education infrastructure, health services, economy, taxes etc.
If Singaporeans are kept abreast with key information that shape national policy and programs, there will be lesser need for conspiracy theories and fake news when new policies and programs are rolled out, or existing ones fail.

So it’s all about building trust between government and people.

To tell people that your track record is good, and so Singaporeans have to trust the government in having our backs is simply not good enough today.

Citizens want to get involved in policy formulation.
And the more you get them in, and the more open the government is with her information, the lesser the need for fake news.

No amount of laws and regulations is going to curb fake news, until trust between people and government is sealed.

With respect, COL (Ret) K. Kuharajahsingam 1
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Written Representation 25 Name: Nga Thio Ping Retiree Received: 12 Feb 2018 Dear Hon Chairman and Members of the Singapore Parliamentary Select Committee on Fake News.

Thank you for your agreeing to be members in this very important select committee.

Focused on the soliciting of considered views from the members of the public in Singapore - for very wise and careful study by the relevant officials.

Before actual crafting, passing and enforcing of very fair, just, efficient and effective laws.
Laws which support and promote the promotion of verifiable truths - over harmful unintentional or intentional part-truths/-part-untruths or, even, total lies.

Instead of less than adequate laws which evil doers' and their lawyers will be quick to very silfully exploit.
To intimidate, gag, prevent and punish those who factually know the ways of such evil doers - beneath their guise of pretending to preserve and promote peace and harmony in the very societies they want to corrupt, weaken, deceive, conquer, subjugate, oppress and damn.
Therefore, this dire need for the right laws and processes which can very swiftly, accurately, justly and effectively enable the public and the relevant agencies and authorities - to very swiftly, accurately, justly, lawfully, cost-efficiently and cost- effectively expose and defeat such evil doers and their controllers, in and outside Singapore.
Via very well thought out multiple-tier procedures and processes - for very safe, just, swift and cost-effective deterring and addressing of such evil doers, early, by the lawful authorities - with the help of the Singaporean and non-Singaporean public, again, in and outside Singapore.

Because of this bedrock realization amidst the public - that falsehoods, untruths and lies (including genuine fake news) - must only harm persons and societies that are so deceived.
I am ready and would be happy to elaborate and substantiate in person, should you require me to do so.

Thank you.

Majulah Singapura !

Yours faithfully, NGA Thio Ping 1
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PARLIAMENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTS COMMITTEE (PAC) PARLIAMENT OF MALAYSIA PARLIAMENT STREET 50680 KUALA LUMPUR Phone Fax E-mail Website : 03-2601 7263 / 2698 6852 (DL) : 03-2698 9218 : pacparlimen@parlimen.gov.my : http://www.parlimen.gov.my/pac 19 November 2020 MEDIA STATEMENT WITH THE PAC MEMBERS: 1.
The Committee is referring to the statement of the Federal Territories Foundation (YWP) that YWP is considering to take legal action against the PAC Chairman regarding the PAC Report on the Sale of Land Owned by the Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) which was tabled in the Parliament last Wednesday.

2.

The PAC unanimously described the statement as uncalled for and is an attempt to challenge and violate the integrity of the Parliamentary institution.

3.
3.

All accusations on the report are completely baseless and PAC has conducted investigations into any issue without prejudice against any parties.

4.

This Committee warns any parties to not question the work conducted by the PAC and threaten to take legal action against the Chairman or any PAC members while performing their duties as PAC members.

5.
5.

Any accusation or threat to the PAC or any members of this Committee related to the issues that are under investigation or reports tabled is clearly interfering with the jurisdiction of the Parliament as the Legislative Branch under the Federal Constitution.

6.

The PAC will not submit to the accusations or threats from any parties in carrying out the duty of this Committee as stipulated in the national law.

Thank you.
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E-mail: sierraleoneparliament@hotmail.com/admin@parliament.gov.sl 18th November 2022 PRESS RELEASE PARLIAMENT PASSES THE PUBLIC HEALTH BILL 2022 The Parliament of Sierra Leone has on Friday 18/11/2022 debated and passed into law with some amendments the Bill entitled "The Public Health Bill 2022", which seeks to address issues relating to public health and safety in Sierra Leone.
The bill seeks to repeal and replace the Public Health Act, of 1960, to provide for the promotion, protection, on and improvement of public health and well-being in Sierra Leone, to provide for the protection of individuals and communities from public health risks, to provide for the prevention and control of the spread of infectious diseases, to provide for local government and community participation in protecting public health, to provide for early detection of and prompt response to diseases and public health threats and to provide for other related matters.
Earlier, the said bill had been debated by MPs bringing out its significance towards the development and improvement of the health sector.

The Legislative Committee Chairman, Hon.

Sulaiman Marry Conteh presented the Legislative Committee Report to the House on the Bill for consideration.

The Minister of Health and Sanitation, Dr.Austin Demby piloted the enactment of the Bill.

Parliamentary and Public Relations Department Parliament of Sierra Leone +23278495023/+23276625960/+23278426851/+23278697776
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THIRD SESSION, SIXTH NATIONAL COUNCIL MINUTES OF PROCEEDINGS ________________________________________________________________________ Wednesday, December 01, 2021 (09:30 - 13:00) No.12 – 2021 The Council met pursuant to adjournment.

1.0 The Chairperson took the Chair.

2.0 Honourable Kaisungu read the Prayer.

3.0 The Chairperson read the Affirmation.


4.0 ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE PRESIDING OFFICER 4.1 The Chairperson informed the House that the submission of names in advance for committee stage is not a new initiative.

It has always been a good parliamentary practice done in this august House and the purpose is to facilitate the time allocation.

Members who did not submit their names in advance are not barred from adding names while in the chamber.
4.2 Furthermore the Chairperson informed the House that, today, 01 December 2021 is the World AIDS Awareness Day, due to the Chamber proceedings and other dynamics, the National Council did not arrange special activity for members and staff as usual in remembrance of this day.

Thus, the Chairperson appealed to the Honourable members and staff to align themselves towards remembering this day.
-52- 4.3 In line with this the new challenge COVID-19, particular new strain called omicron, the chairperson encouraged Honourable members to be vigilant and adhere to COVID- 19 regulations as COVID-19 has been affected us psychologically, socially and economically.

In line with those realities, the National Council is organising activities for all Member in this regards.

4.4 Activities would take place at Central Hospital on Friday morning, 03 December 2021 and next week.
Further details regarding these planned activities would be communicated to the Honourable Members when all arrangements are completed.

5.0 NOTICE OF MOTION(S) Honourable Shiimi moved a motion without notice: That the proceedings on Votes: 01, 02, 07, 08, 04 and 13] of the Appropriation Amendment Bill [B.10 – 2021] be, in accordance with Rule 26 of the Standing Rules and Orders of the National Council, not interrupted if still under consideration at 13:00 hours.
6.0 DEBATE ON COMMITTEE STAGE ORDER READ Debate on Committee Stage – Appropriation Amendment Bill [B.10 – 2021] [Votes: 01, 02, 07, 08, 04 and 13].

The Chairperson put the question: That he leaves the Chair.

Agreed to.

The Chairperson then called upon Hon.

Likando, First Vice-Chairperson of the Committee of the Whole Council, to take the Chair.

Hon.

Likando then took the Chair.

-53- Council in Committee: Votes 01, 02, 07 and 08 were put and agreed to.
The Council suspended business at 10:35 .and resumed at 11:00.

Votes 04 and 08 were put and agreed to.

Council resumed: The First Vice-Chairperson of the Committee of the Whole Council reported progress and asked leave to sit again.

6.0 Honourable Chairperson then adjourned the House at 13:21, in terms of Rule 29(1) of the National Council Standing Rules and Orders until Thursday, December 02, 2021 at 09:30.

Mr Tousy Namiseb Secretary to the National Council _____________________________________ -54-
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34 – 2022 FIFTH SESSION, SEVENTH PARLIAMENT REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA MINUTES OF PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY WEDNESDAY, 27 APRIL 2022 The Assembly met pursuant to the adjournment.

1.

2.

The Deputy Speaker took the Chair and read the Prayer and Affirmation.

Announcement by the Deputy Speaker in terms of Rule 20(b) of the Standing Rules and Orders.

The Deputy Speaker announced that in terms of the Public Service Management Circular No.
11 of 2018 and 26 of 2019, all Offices, Ministries and Agencies are required to conduct a payroll audit annually using the April payroll, for the purpose of eliminating amongst others, the wastages and ghost employees.

In this regard, Private Members are requested to visit the verification point in the Courtyard today during tea-break, and tomorrow from 9:00 for verification purpose.

3.

URGENT QUESTION: Dr. Iijambo (SWANU) asked the Minister of Education, Arts and Culture (No.

40) – Replied to.

4.


Ministerial Statement in terms of Rule 98 of the Standing Rules and Orders.

The Deputy Minister of Disability Affairs reported that during the discussion of Vote 36, (Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication and Social Welfare) unacceptable terminologies were used on people with disabilities.
Being a person living the experience of disability and who is task with the responsibility and mandate of strengthening and coordinating issues of disabilities as well as to raise awareness and initiate programmes that aimed at uplifting the living standard of persons with disabilities, the Deputy Minister gave correct information on pertinent issues of terminologies when referring to persons with disabilities.

5.
5.

NOTICE OF A MOTION: Mr. Karondo moved, seconded by the Deputy Minister of Works and Transport: That this Assembly – Consider and approve the nomination of Dr. Gerson Sindano to be appointed as a Member of the Electoral Commission of Namibia as nominated by His Excellency the President in terms of Section 6 of the Electoral Act of 2014 (Act.

5 of 2014), to take up the appointment declined by Mr. Joram Rukambe.
On the motion of Mr. Seibeb, seconded by Mr. Isaaks, debate adjourned until Thursday, 28 April 2022.

6.

In terms of Rule 99(a) of the Standing Rules and Orders, the Deputy Speaker adjourned the Assembly at 17:47 until Thursday, 28 April 2022.

MS. L. KANDETU Secretary of the National Assembly Compiled by I. Nehoya
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Written Representation 3 Name: Gan Siok Bin Retired accountant Received: 17 Jan 2018 Title: Malicious spreading of falsehoods Dear Select committee, I am a victim of malicious spreading of online falsehoods defaming me to be a former prostitute and/or mistress.

It started in 2013 with some evil Malaysian posting my name, NRIC and Facebook account stating these falsehoods in a Living in Johor Bahru forum.
Since then malicious people spread these falsehoods of me through the private message in the forum, Facebook and WhatsApp and I have received sexual harrassment in the form of anonymous messages to my Twitter and Quora account, WhatsApp from an Indian in Saudi Arabia with hello and his naked picture, and a few missed phone calls from India that when I returned calls they blocked me or not answered.
I believe the malicious Malaysians in the forum have colluded with my Malaysian neighbours from hell in Johor Bahru to steal my pictures of me walking around the house in my night gown and spread throughout Malaysia, India, Saudi Arabia etc countries resulting in these lewd messages.
Singapore government should start a police unit to help and protect helpless individual citizens like me suffering from international cyberbullying and sexual harrassment due to spreading of online falsehoods to numerous countries.
Now the victim is powerless to do anything against malicious people who spread all these falsehoods through private messages in Facebook, WhatsApp etc that the victim do not even have a copy to sue and unable to stop people from spreading the falsehoods or stolen pictures to worldwide.

Facebook and WhatsApp etc messaging service should be made to be responsible to check against the spreading of such falsehoods and stolen pictures when reported by victim.

1 Thank you.

2