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 25
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 23
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Katutura Residents Committee Demands Action from City of Windhoek Over Electricity Blockage In a recent development, the Katutura Residents Committee, represented by member Shaun Gariseb, has intensified their efforts to address what they describe as unlawful electricity meter blockages by the City of Windhoek. The committee's frustrations stem from the city's failure to respond to their concerns within the designated 48-hour period, prompting further legal action. On Monday morning, July 22nd, Gariseb disclosed that the City of Windhoek had not adhered […] todayJuly 23, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Landlord welcomes government’s electricity tariff relief Jacqueline Cloete, a landlord in Windhoek’s Damara Location in Katutura, has welcomed the government’s intervention to relieve consumers from the recently announced bulk and distribution utilities’ tariffs for the 2024/2025 financial year. The government is providing approximately N$365 million to subsidize electricity consumers, effective from July 1 ths year to June 30, 2025. todayJuly 5, 2024 26
insert_link 3 3 Oshiwambo Ondando yolusheno itayi gwedhelwa manga-ECB Sha landula enyenyeto lyoshigwana omolwa endjekepo lyiihohela yolusheno,omunambelewa kuluntu gwehangano lyo Electricity Control board Robert Kahimise okwa tseyitha kutya aalongithi otaya tsikile okufuta iihohela ya zimininwe mo 2023-2024 peha lyiihohela iipe yomumvo 2024-2025. Momutumba gwiikundaneki ohela,Kahimise okwati shika osha landula sho epangelo lya gandja oodola oomilion 365 onga oo subsidies,oku kuthilako aalongithi yolusheno momumvo 2024-2025, okuza mu 01 July sigo 30 June 2025. todayJuly 4, 2024 17 3 3
insert_link Uncategorized INTERVIEW: Katutura Residents Committee Member Shaun Gariseb on Electricity Control Board’s Cancellation Of Tariff Increases In a recent statement, Shaun Gariseb, a member of the Katutura Residents Committee, expressed his satisfaction with the intervention by the minister Thomas Alweendo regarding electricity issues. Gariseb's comments highlight the significance of leadership and public participation in addressing the community's concerns. Ministerial Intervention and Public Support Gariseb began by expressing his happiness with the minister's intervention, which he had requested in an appeal review. "I'm very, very happy that […] todayJuly 4, 2024 9
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 18
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 29
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Katutura Residents Rally Against Electricity Price Hikes, Prepare for Demonstration and Legal Action In a proactive response to proposed electricity price hikes by the Electricity Control Board (ECB), residents of Katutura have launched a concerted effort to voice their discontent and seek redress. Spearheaded by Shaun Gariseb, a prominent member of the Katutura Residents Committee, the community has initiated an online petition that has rapidly gained momentum, nearing 10,000 signatures. Gariseb, speaking passionately about the community's concerns, emphasized the urgency of their actions. […] todayJuly 3, 2024 13