Ngurare defends Petroleum Amendment Bill, emphasises institutionalised oversight

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2026-06-18

WINDHOEK, 10 March 2026 - Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare. (Photo by: Andreas Thomas) NAMPA

WINDHOEK, 18 JUN (NAMPA) – Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare has defended the Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Amendment Bill 2025 amid criticism of the proposed offshore petroleum governance structure, urging members of Parliament to unite and reach consensus for passing the amendments.
Ngurare made the remarks in the National Assembly on Wednesday while sharing his contribution towards the Bill under review. He defended it, stating that placi...

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