VP advocates for stronger African parliaments

NAMPA

2026-03-05

SWAKOPMUND, 05 March 2026 - Vice President Lucia Witbooi, Chairperson of the Namibian National Council Lukas Muha, Chairperson of the CPA Africa Region Executive Committee, Fabakary Tombong Jatta and Erongo Governor Natalia |Goagoses photographed with delegates at the opening the 90th Executive Committee meeting of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Africa Region taking place at Swakopmund. (Photo by: Isabel Bento) NAMPA

SWAKOPMUND, 05 MAR (NAMPA) – Vice President Lucia Witbooi has said strong and independent parliaments are essential for safeguarding democracy and advancing sustainable development across Africa.
According to the vice president, effective and credible parliamentary institutions are central to ensuring accountable governance and translating the aspirations of citizens into meaningful public policy.
Witbooi made the remarks on Thursday at Swakopmun...

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