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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Budget

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Business / Economics

ActionSA criticizes 2024 mid-term budget promises

ActionSA says the 2024 mid-term budget fails to meet the government of National Unity’s promises. Party representative Alan Beesley welcomed increased SARS funding but criticised the 1.1-percent economic growth projection, saying it falls short of the needed three-percent. Beesley argues that government neglects economic stability, keeping a bloated cabinet while essential services like policing, healthcare, and education suffer. He labels the budget’s priorities as misplaced, calling for urgent focus on […]

todayOctober 31, 2024 10

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Namibia

Swapo and IPC manifestos reveal big budget plans

The Swapo Party's manifesto. Launched on Saturday, promises to spend over N$85 billion to create jobs for unemployed Namibians over the next five years if they win the election. The Independent Patriots for Change also released a manifesto at the weekend, which includes a N$100 billion budget for national development if the party is elected into power. Public policy analyst Dr. Marius Kudumo weighs in.  

todaySeptember 16, 2024 113

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Namibia

Ongwediva Town Council Presents N$192.4 Million Budget for 2024/25

The Ongwediva Town Council has unveiled its N$192.4 million budget for the 2024/25 financial year, with Mayor Taarah Shalyefu emphasizing a focus on operational expenditure, which comprises 58% of the total budget. Shalyefu highlighted adherence to ministerial directives, with personnel costs kept at 35% of the operational budget and overtime limited to 2.6% of the personnel budget, in line with prescribed ratios. Maintenance expenditures align with budget circular guidelines, while […]

todayMay 29, 2024 26

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Opinion Pieces

Battling to make ends meet? Financial planning expert offers 5 tips on how to build your budget

Bomikazi Zeka, University of Canberra Every day seems to bring new headlines about rising costs. In Nigeria, unions are threatening to strike amid soaring fuel prices; the country’s inflation rate hit 25% in August. The amount it costs to fill a food basket in South Africa keeps climbing. Ghanaians took to the streets of Accra in late September to protest about the cost of living. A recent study by the […]

todayMarch 26, 2024 15

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World

Biden’s budget: Higher taxes on the rich, childcare and education for the poor

U.S. President Josef Biden has released a new budget proposal for 2025 that includes tax increases for the highest earners and big corporations, as well as social spending assistance on housing and education. It also pushes for the 100 billion U.S. dollars he requested last year for Israel and Ukraine aid while also strengthening border security. Caroline Malone reports from Washington.  

todayMarch 12, 2024 4

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Business / Economics

Budget 2024-2025 Review: Building Resilience for Growth and Diversification

By Josef Kefas Sheehama A number of controllable reforms must be implemented in addition to the macroeconomic framework. Prudent and credible monetary and fiscal policy, a sound financial system, and adherence to the law are the cornerstones of economic growth. To do this, bold measures must be taken to boost confidence, encourage investment and the creation of jobs, lessen economic inequality, and remove regulatory obstacles. First and foremost, I would […]

todayMarch 4, 2024 12

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Namibia

Budget Boost: Ministry of Gender, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare Sees 23.2% Increase to N$8 Billion

In the latest financial update, Finance and Public Enterprises Minister Iipumbu Shiimi revealed a significant 23.2% increase in the budget for the Ministry of Gender, Poverty Eradication, and Social Welfare, reaching N$8 billion. Shiimi explained that this allocation includes N$824.7 million to maintain the real value of social safety nets in the face of high inflation and a considerable dependency ratio. Furthermore, the government has allotted funds for increased food […]

todayFebruary 29, 2024 25 6

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