Namibia INTERVIEW: Katutura Residents Committee Member Shaun Gariseb on City of Windhoek Debt Write-Off Update In a recent address, Shaun Gariseb, a committee member of the Katutura Residents Committee, provided an update on the City of Windhoek's (CoW) debt write-off programme. The programme, which aimed to alleviate financial burdens for residents, officially concluded on Friday, May 31. However, Gariseb highlighted several critical issues and concerns regarding its implementation and impact. Debt Relief Programme's End and Resulting Challenges Gariseb began by noting the end of […] todayJune 3, 2024 15
Namibia Katutura Residents Committee Raises Concerns Over Windhoek’s Debt Write-Off Programme Shaun Gariseb, a member of the Katutura Residents Committee, provided an update on the City of Windhoek's debt write-off programme. The initiative, designed to alleviate financial burdens for residents, officially concluded on Friday, May 31. However, Gariseb highlighted several critical issues and concerns regarding its implementation and impact. todayJune 3, 2024 35
Namibia City of Windhoek to launch the Mayoral Clean-Up Campaign in Windhoek tomorrow The City of Windhoek will tomorrow launch the Mayoral Clean-Up Campaign in Windhoek. This campaign is part of the City's ongoing commitment to maintaining the cleanliness and beauty of our city. Here is the City of Windhoek's spokesperson Lydia Amutenya. todayMay 31, 2024 44
Namibia Windhoek Pensioners Urged to Register for Debt Relief Program by May 31 The City of Windhoek reminds all pensioners that the deadline for registering for the Pensioners Debt Relief Program is Friday, May 31, 2024. This program, which has been available since February, aims to assist pensioners. City spokesperson Lydia Amutenya provided this reminder. todayMay 28, 2024 35
insert_link Namibia Suspended City of Windhoek Workers Fear Contract Non-Renewal Amidst Controversy Contract workers at the City of Windhoek express concerns over potential contract non-renewal amid allegations of victimization following their involvement in street cleaning protests. Over 100 street cleaners had demanded better conditions and permanent contracts, leading to arrests and suspensions. Although their case was struck off the court roll due to docket unavailability, workers fear repercussions and uncertainty about their future employment. City spokesperson , Harold Akwenye refutes claims of […] todayMay 17, 2024 24
Namibia Charges Against City of Windhoek Cleaners and Activist Michael Amushelelo Dropped in Public Violence Case Three contract cleaners from the City of Windhoek, along with social activist Michael Amushelelo, faced charges of inciting public violence after participating in a strike for better working conditions. However, the court ordered the matter to be struck off the roll and refunded bail money to the suspects. The strike involved over 100 street cleaners demanding improved conditions and permanent contracts. Despite a trial scheduled for Wednesday, a decision from […] todayMay 16, 2024 40
insert_link Namibia Katutura Residents Committee Member Shaun Gariseb Speaks Out on Latest City of Windhoek Update In a recent development concerning the ongoing saga between the Katutura Residents Committee and the City of Windhoek, committee member Shaun Gariseb has stepped forward to shed light on the latest update. The situation, fraught with frustration and a lack of cooperation, has led the committee to consider legal action as their next course of action. Gariseb's statements, delivered with a sense of urgency and determination, underscore the gravity of […] todayMay 10, 2024 24
Namibia City of Windhoek Under Fire for Estimating Water Usage Despite Legislation Mandating Measurement The City of Windhoek is facing criticism and a potential legal battle for its practice of estimating water usage instead of measuring actual consumption, a method deemed unfair and inequitable. Shaun Gariseb of the Katutura Residents Committee argues that this approach deviates from the intended use of water meters as outlined in Section 34 (1) (c) of the legislation. todayMay 10, 2024 84
insert_link Local City of Windhoek and MTC unite in creating a safe city Charged with the responsibility to ensure the safety and security within the jurisdiction of the city, coupled with the increasing need for smart policing, the leadership of the Municipal Council of Windhoek and Namibia’s premier digital enabler, MTC, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding which will see the two parties deploy, through the Windhoek City Police Service, more cutting-edge technologies to assist in combatting crime within the city. […] todayMay 8, 2024 18