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

Conditional Basic Income Grant

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INTERVIEW: BIG Coalition Member: Breschneff Katjito Criticizes Government’s Conditional Basic Income Grant

  December 6, 2024 Breschneff Katjito, a prominent member of the Universal Basic Income Grant (BIG) Coalition, has voiced strong disappointment with the government's handling of the Conditional Basic Income Grant, highlighting concerns over its restrictive nature and limited reach. In a candid statement, Katjito emphasized that the conditional grant, which aims to alleviate poverty by providing a small cash amount, has been riddled with bureaucratic hurdles. He criticized the […]

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INTERVIEW: Herbert Jauch Critiques Conditional Basic Income Grant Rollout

  November 12, 2024 By Leonard Witbeen Namibian social activist Herbert Jauch has expressed strong concerns over the recently implemented Conditional Basic Income Grant (CBIG), questioning its effectiveness in addressing widespread poverty. Speaking about the program, which the government has extended to cover more regions, Jauch highlighted the shortcomings of this targeted cash grant. The CBIG, now replacing the former food bank initiative, provides approximately N$600 per household. However, Jauch […]

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Government Boosts Social Assistance As Activists React

In response to the growing demand for social support, the government has earmarked an additional N$139 million to broaden the reach of the monthly Conditional Basic Income Grant of N$600 for more urban beneficiaries. Moreover, N$117.8 million has been allocated to the Poverty Eradication and Social Welfare arm of government to ensure continued coverage of Old Age Social Grants for senior citizens. Activist Rinaani Musutua:  

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