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Interview: Shaun Gariseb Calls for Action on Housing Ownership and Title Deeds in Katutura

Social justice activist Shaun Gariseb has raised alarm over ongoing housing ownership issues in Katutura, urging residents to verify the status of their homes at the Deeds Office on Robert Mugabe Avenue. Gariseb particularly highlighted houses from the 1950s and 1960s that were originally allocated under lease agreements but later transferred through the municipality housing alienation scheme introduced in 1999. He explained that some houses were assigned to occupants who […]

15 September, 2025

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Interview: Minister Sankwasa and Activists Criticize Windhoek Council Mismanagement

Urban and Rural Development Minister James Sankwasa has raised serious concerns over Windhoek City Council, citing delays in infrastructure, housing, and informal settlement projects. The minister said the government had allocated 750 million N$ to the city for land servicing, sanitation, water supply, and construction of 10,000 houses, yet no concrete plan has been presented. Sankwasa described internal disputes among councillors and management as major obstacles, with personal and political […]

11 September, 2025

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Interview: Lifeline/Childline Empowers Teachers Through Counselling Training

Teachers from Tangeni Shilongo and surrounding schools are participating in a five-day Personal Growth and Basic Counselling Skills training hosted by Lifeline/Childline at the coast. Shamyn Scott, Counselling Centre Coordinator, says the sessions are designed to equip educators with essential skills to support learners’ emotional well-being. “This training is one in a million,” Scott explains. “It covers self-awareness, conflict resolution, and sensitive topics such as death and grieving. We believe […]

9 September, 2025

Business / Economics

Interview: Confusion and Delays Hit Youth Funding Submissions

Frans Koita, a consultant for DKL Africa Consultations CC, has raised concerns over the rollout of the National Youth Fund, citing confusion and delays affecting many applicants across the country. Koita, speaking from Walvis Bay, explained that submissions were intended to be made only at governor offices, a clarification that came just 24 to 48 hours before the deadline. “The late announcement by the Minister of Finance left many young […]

5 September, 2025

Business / Economics

Interview: Youth Empowerment and Business Funding: Insights from Frans Koita of DKL Africa Consultations CC

Frans Koita, founder of DKL Africa Consultations CC, has emerged as a key mentor for young entrepreneurs navigating the often-confusing world of business. In a recent interview with Future Media, Koita shared his perspective on the National Youth Development Fund, a government initiative aimed at allocating N$257 million to viable youth-led businesses. Koita highlighted a persistent challenge: the majority of youth lack basic business knowledge. “Less than five percent of […]

1 September, 2025

Business / Economics

Finance Ministry Explores Innovative Approaches to Social Welfare

The Ministry of Finance is exploring new ways to support vulnerable households beyond traditional cash grants, Finance Executive Director Dr. Michael Humavindu has revealed. The social welfare program currently supports pensioners, children, foster families, people with disabilities, and poorer households through grants, including a $690 per month conditional basic income grant. However, a recent reclassification by the World Bank showed that the poverty rate has risen from 18% to 22% […]

28 August, 2025

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Interview: Okahandja Activist /Gaseb to Petition President Over Delayed Murder Investigations

Okahandja-based social justice activist Johannes /Gaseb says he is preparing to petition President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah over the stalled investigations into a series of murders that rocked the town in April and May this year. Speaking in an exclusive interview, /Gaseb revealed that he had already drafted a letter to the Head of State. His plan was to first consult the now-former Okahandja police station commander to finalise the […]

7 August, 2025

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Interview: IPC’s Five-Year Journey: From Startup Party to Political Force

The Independent Patriots for Change (IPC) believes it has transformed the political landscape in Namibia, growing rapidly from a newly formed movement into the country’s official opposition. Spokesperson Immanuel Nashinge says this rise reflects the trust and expectations of Namibians from all walks of life. In an interview with Leonard Witbeen, Nashinge described IPC as a “people’s political home,” saying its grassroots foundation and commitment to participatory democracy have shaped […]

4 August, 2025

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Interview: Governor Iipinge Hails ‘Operation Lucia’ as Crime-Fighting Effort Gains Ground in Oshana

Oshana Regional Governor Hofni Iipinge has welcomed the launch of Operation Lucia, a community-focused anti-crime campaign initiated by the region’s security cluster under Police Commissioner Naftal Sakaria, and officially inaugurated by the Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, Hon. Lucia Iipumbu. The operation kicked off recently with a parade and official opening ceremony held at the Oshana Police Headquarters in Oshakati. From there, the security team proceeded through […]

4 August, 2025