Parliament of Namibia facts for kids
Parliament is like a big meeting place where important decisions are made for a country. In Namibia, the Parliament is the main group that makes laws. It is made up of two different parts, kind of like two teams working together.
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What is Parliament?
Parliament is the group of people who are chosen to represent everyone in a country. Their most important job is to create and approve laws that help the country run smoothly and fairly. They also discuss important issues and make sure the government is doing its job well.
The Two Parts of Namibia's Parliament
Namibia's Parliament has two main parts, also known as "chambers." These two chambers work together to make sure laws are well-thought-out and fair for everyone.
The National Assembly
The National Assembly is often called the "Lower Chamber." This is where new laws usually start.
- Who are the members? The National Assembly has 104 members.
- How are they chosen? Most of these members, 96 of them, are chosen by the people of Namibia through special elections. The other eight members are picked by the country's president.
- What do they do? Their main job is to discuss, create, and approve new laws for Namibia. They also keep an eye on how the government is working.
The National Council
The National Council is known as the "Upper Chamber." Its role is to give advice and suggest changes to the laws that come from the National Assembly.
- Who are the members? The National Council has 42 members.
- How are they chosen? These members are representatives from different parts of Namibia. Namibia has 14 regions, and each region chooses three people to represent them in the National Council.
- What do they do? They review the laws passed by the National Assembly. They make sure these laws are good for all regions and suggest any needed improvements before the laws are finalized.
How Laws Are Made
Making a law in Namibia is a careful process. First, an idea for a new law often starts in the National Assembly. Members discuss it, make changes, and then vote on it. If the National Assembly approves the law, it then goes to the National Council. The National Council reviews the law, suggests any changes, and sends it back to the National Assembly if needed. This way, both chambers work together to create the best possible laws for the people of Namibia.
