Institute for Public Policy Research Associate questions ballot paper printing cost

Institute for Public Policy Research Associate questions ballot paper printing cost

Institute for Public Policy Research Associate, Frederico Links has raised concerns on Tuesday regarding the N$6.2 million allocated for printing ballot papers for Namibia's upcoming elections.

October 30, 2024 27

Namibia

Fact-Checking Coalition Launched Ahead of November 2024 Elections

As the November elections approach in an increasingly competitive political environment, several media outlets and civil society organisations are collaborating to establish a fact-checking coalition. Supported by funding from the Google News Initiative, this effort aims to help voters critically evaluate information and make well-informed choices.Frederico Links from Namibia fact check.

October 8, 2024 22

Namibia

ICT Minister Presents Key Regulations for Access to Information Act

Information and Communication Technology Minister, Emma Theofelus, has introduced regulations essential for implementing the Access to Information Act, 2022. Approved by the National Assembly, these regulations detail the procedures for appointing the Information Commissioner and Deputy Information Commissioner, vital roles for promoting transparency and accountability. A five-member Selection Committee will oversee the appointment process. Research Associate at the Institute for Public Policy Research, Frederico Links.

June 11, 2024 26

Namibia

Electoral Act compliance remains incomplete

Institute for Public Policy Research Associate, Frederico Links says that Namibia has not fully implemented the provisions of the 2014 Electoral Act, specifically those addressing political party finances.

February 1, 2024 68

Namibia

Namibia holds steady at 59 on corruption index

Over two-thirds of countries have scored below 50 out of 100 on the Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index, indicating serious corruption problems. And Namibia maintaining its ranking of 59 and a score of 49, we contacted Institute for Public Policy Research Associate Frederico Links for comment.

February 1, 2024 41

Videos

Access to Information in Namibia

Watch this video with Chairperson of the ACTION Coalition, Frederico Links to find out why Access to Information is something all Namibians should be interested in. https://youtu.be/naX8qBOD5hM

January 8, 2024 54

Namibia

President Geingob gives feedback on service delivery

President Hage Geingob today addressed the media on his highlights of the ‘year of revival’ at the State House, along with his Cabinet. He gave the country feedback on service delivery. Frederico Links from the Institute for Public Policy Research weighs in.

November 27, 2023 53