Infrastructure and Urban Development Minister Charles Milupi has announced the start of an assessment to prepare for the expansion of the National Assembly. This follows the enactment of Bill 7 into law. Minister Milupi stated that a team from the Ministry of Infrastructure, Housing and Urban Development, led by Permanent Secretary Professor Albert Malama, visited the National Assembly earlier this week to conduct the review.
He explained that the expansion is planned to accommodate 260 Members of Parliament, as stipulated by the new legislation. Construction work is scheduled for completion before August 2026 to ensure the chamber can seat all members. The assessment will evaluate the assembly’s current layout, structural capacity, and services.
This review will determine the scope of work, timelines, and technical requirements needed before detailed designs and procurement processes begin. Minister Milupi confirmed that the ministry is treating the project with urgency to ensure the National Assembly is prepared to operate effectively under the provisions of Bill 7.
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