National Assembly Committees
Committees are the working groups of the National Assembly that examine matters in detail, scrutinize legislation, and conduct oversight of government activities.
Committees are essential to the functioning of the National Assembly. They allow for detailed examination of legislation, thorough oversight of government activities, and in-depth investigation of matters of public interest. Committees enable Members to develop specialized expertise and provide a forum for public participation in the legislative process.
Standing Committees
Permanent committees that exist for the duration of a legislative term
Committee of Selection
To nominate Members to serve on Standing and Select Committees.
Public Accounts Committee
To examine the accounts showing the appropriation of the sums granted by the National Assembly to me...
Public Appointments Standing Committee
To scrutinize all public appointments made by the President requiring the approval of the National A...
Standing Committee of Privileges and Ethics
To deal with matters relating to the privileges, ethics and conduct of Members of the National Assem...
Standing Committee on Agriculture and Natural Resources
To oversee agriculture, forestry, fisheries, environment, and natural resources management.
Standing Committee on Defence and Security
To oversee matters relating to the Armed Forces, Police, Immigration, Fire Service, and national sec...
Standing Committee on Finance and Public Enterprises
To examine financial matters, public enterprises, banking, and economic policy.
Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs
To examine and report on matters relating to foreign policy, treaties, and international relations.
Standing Committee on Health, Environment, Education and Welfare
To examine matters relating to public health, education, social welfare, and environmental protectio...
Standing Committee on Human Rights and Constitutional Matters
To oversee human rights protection, constitutional matters, and fundamental freedoms.
Standing Committee on Justice
To examine matters relating to the administration of justice, judiciary, and legal affairs.
Standing Committee on Local Government and Lands
To oversee local government administration, land management, and regional affairs.
Standing Committee on Tourism and Trade
To examine matters relating to tourism, trade, industry, and commerce.
Standing Committee on Women and Children's Affairs
To oversee matters affecting women, children, gender equality, and family welfare.
Standing Committee on Works, Communication and Information Technology
To examine matters relating to public works, infrastructure, communications, and ICT.
Standing Committee on Youth, Sports and Religious Affairs
To oversee youth development, sports, and religious affairs.
Standing Orders Committee
To consider all matters relating to the Standing Orders and to propose amendments where necessary.
How Committees Work
Examine Legislation
Committees scrutinize Bills clause by clause, propose amendments, and hear expert testimony before reporting to the full House.
Conduct Oversight
Committees monitor government activities, review expenditure, and hold ministers accountable for their portfolios.
Public Engagement
Committees provide a forum for citizens and stakeholders to participate in the legislative process through public hearings.