This situation has been criticised by Namibia's civil society and the opposition as creating a significant overlap between executive and legislature, undermining the separation of powers.

The seniority of cabinet members generally relegate ordinary MPs to the back benches.

[3] From Namibian independence until 2014 the National Assembly consisted of 78 members, 72 members elected by proportional representation and 6 members appointed by the president.

[1] Prior to the 2014 general elections the constitution was amended to increase both chambers to their current size.

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