insert_link Interview TranscriptsInterview: Musutua Slams Shiimi Over Lack of Action on Poverty Activist Rinaani Musutua has taken a firm stance against Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi, condemning what she calls decades of unfulfilled promises regarding poverty eradication and unemployment in Namibia. Musutua argues that the government’s approach to social grants has been ineffective, particularly criticizing targeted programs such as the Conditional Basic Income Grant, which she refers to as a rebranded Harambee cash grant. She insists that such measures fail to make a […] today17 February, 2025
insert_link NamibiaMusutua Blasts Shiimi Over Poverty Crisis, Demands Universal Grant Activist Rinaani Musutua has taken aim at Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi, accusing the government of continuously making empty promises while failing to tackle Namibia’s deepening poverty crisis. Musutua argues that the only viable solution is the implementation of a Universal Basic Income Grant, which she believes would provide meaningful financial relief to struggling citizens. In the interim, Ben Schernick, Director of the Nutrition Alliance of Namibia, has voiced concerns over […] today17 February, 2025
insert_link AfricaAfrican Leaders Push for Reparations Despite Resistance African leaders gathering in Ethiopia this weekend will renew calls for slavery and colonial reparations, though they are likely to face resistance from former colonial powers that have largely dismissed such demands. Reuters has it that while the global conversation on reparations has gained traction, opposition has also intensified. U.S. President Donald Trump has stated he does not foresee reparations happening, and many European leaders have rejected discussions on […] today14 February, 2025
