insert_link Business / Economics Expert Discusses Financial Challenges Facing Local Authorities Business and economics researcher Josef Sheehama addresses the financial struggles of local authorities. He points out concerns about poor financial management, inadequate service delivery, and emphasizes the urgent need for improved governance and accountability. Meanwhile, residents of Katutura are intensifying their challenge against the City of Windhoek's decision to block electricity meters of unpaid clients, arguing that it is unlawful. Spokesman Shaun Gariseb comments: todayNovember 11, 2024 17
insert_link Namibia New National Connection Charge Code to Standardize Power Network Connections The Electricity Control Board is set to replace its National Connection Charge Policy with a legally binding National Connection Charge Code. This change mandates the use of the NCC, ensuring standardized power network connections and charges. The new code will enforce compliance among industry players with national guidelines. ECB's Executive for Economic and Market Regulation, Pinehas Mutota explains. todayAugust 7, 2024 22
insert_link Namibia Katutura’s Residents Escalate Complaint Over Illegal Electricity Meter Blockages Katutura's Residents Committee has elevated their complaint against the City of Windhoek to the Electricity Control Board. Shaun Gariseb, a member of the committee, alleges continued unlawful blockages of electricity meters. todayJuly 23, 2024 18
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Political Analyst Professor Ndumba Kamwanya Weighs in on Electricity Control Board (ECB) and Election Frequency In a recent interview, esteemed political analyst and professor, Ndumba Kamwanya, shared his views on the notion of holding elections annually. The discussion, brought to light the complexities and potential drawbacks of such frequent electoral processes. Election Costs and Complexity Professor Kamwanya firmly stated, "I don't agree that we should hold elections every year. Elections themselves are very costly and complex to conduct." He emphasized the financial and logistical burdens […] todayJuly 4, 2024 14
insert_link Namibia Government Allocates N$365 Million to Subsidize Electricity, Cancels Tariff Increase Amid public pressure, the government has decided to allocate N$365 million to subsidize electricity consumers for the 2024/25 financial year, maintaining the current tariff of N$1.98 per kilowatt-hour instead of increasing it to N$2.14. The decision, announced after consultations led by Minister of Mines and Energy Thomas Alweendo with the Electricity Control Board. Shaun Gariseb of Katutura's Residents Committee spoke with us. Political Analyst and Professor Ndumba Kamwanya also […] todayJuly 4, 2024 27
insert_link 4 2 Oshiwambo Muni wa Windhoek, tati oha wedele olusheno she li kwa telela ko ndado ya NAMPOWER Elelo lo shilando sha Windhoek ola ye lifa kutya oha li wedele olusheno molwo efininiko lo mawedelo oku dja ke hangano oko hali kufa olusheno lo NAMPOWER. Elombwelo le lelo lo shilando sha Windheok ola landula ko ka tumwalaka ka pitifwa ku shimwe shomoifo ku ndaneki haipitifwa efiku keshe moshilongo, omo omukwashiwana ayandja ekemo laye kelelo lo shilando kutya, ota li we dele unene olusheno, no shiwana osha loloka odado […] todayJuly 2, 2024 14 2 4
insert_link 2 Oshiwambo Olusheno ta lika ya pombada oku dja mefiku 1 July 2024. Elelo olo ha li to natele omahangano oku yandja eenghono do lusheno moshilongo ECB ola shiivifa ewedelo lo mayakulo eenghono do lusheno. Eshiivifo le we delo lo lusheno ola ya ndjwa onghela pefimbo lo shongalele no ikundaneki osho sha li sha ningilwa mo shi landopangelo mo Windhoek onghela. Ewedelo ola kwa te lamo ovayakulwa ovo tava hangwa koshi yo mahangano oku adjakaneka omayakulo eenghono do lusheno mo malelo oitopolwa, Eedoropa […] todayJune 28, 2024 17 2
Namibia The Electricity Control Board announces an 8% increase in NamPower bulk tariffs! https://youtu.be/-NY5wzN-1P0 By Ketemba Tjipepa The Electricity Control Board has announced an 8% increase in the 2024/2025 NamPower bulk electricity tariffs, which is inclusive of both generations and transmission. The increase is applicable to NamPower bulk customers, such as Regional Electricity Distributors, Local Authorities, Regional Councils and mines. The bulk customers are required by law to apply to the ECB for a review of […] todayJune 28, 2024 32
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Basic Income Grant Coalition’s Rinaani Musutua on Electricity Tariff Increases Windhoek, Namibia – The Basic Income Grant Coalition, represented by Rinaani Musutua, has expressed strong opposition to the proposed tariff increases by the City of Windhoek. These increases, which encompass essential services such as water and electricity, are currently under review by the Electricity Control Board (ECB). Economic Hardship and Mismanagement Rinaani Musutua highlighted the financial struggles faced by many Namibians, stating that this is not the appropriate time […] todayJune 10, 2024 19