Namibia wants southern African parliaments to use artificial intelligence for better lawmaking work. National Assembly speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila spoke at the regional meeting about early AI efforts. The country started testing computer tools to help parliament members do their jobs faster. Fifteen SADC nations gathered at Victoria Falls to discuss smart technology uses. The meeting theme focused on making parliament work more efficiently through AI systems.
Kuugongelwa-Amadhila said Namibia recognizes AI as important for modern democracy and stronger government processes. The National Assembly created an e-Parliament Strategy to improve services and citizen connections. Digital platforms will give people easier access to laws and government information. Rural citizens will benefit from better technology access under the new plans. The strategy aims to make parliament more open and accountable to all people.
The speaker leads Namibia's delegation to the six-day conference that started Monday. Parliament members and staff from across the region share experiences about technology challenges. Countries need to work together on AI rules and ethical standards for government use. Regional parliaments must coordinate their approaches to protect democratic values. The forum evaluates how AI can boost transparency and citizen participation.
Kuugongelwa-Amadhila said Namibia recognizes AI as important for modern democracy and stronger government processes. The National Assembly created an e-Parliament Strategy to improve services and citizen connections. Digital platforms will give people easier access to laws and government information. Rural citizens will benefit from better technology access under the new plans. The strategy aims to make parliament more open and accountable to all people.
The speaker leads Namibia's delegation to the six-day conference that started Monday. Parliament members and staff from across the region share experiences about technology challenges. Countries need to work together on AI rules and ethical standards for government use. Regional parliaments must coordinate their approaches to protect democratic values. The forum evaluates how AI can boost transparency and citizen participation.
