Gobabis community is set to stage a mass protest, driven by longstanding grievances

Gobabis community is set to stage a mass protest, driven by longstanding grievances

The Gobabis community is set to stage a mass protest, driven by longstanding grievances over social and economic injustices perpetuated by the local municipality. The protest, spearheaded by Veronia Mokaleng-Kuzeeko, a regional activist, will see community members gather to demand accountability and improved services from the Gobabis municipality.

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Gobabis Municipality Councillors in Arrears with Residents’ Services Suspended

Five councillors of the Gobabis municipality collectively owe the town over N$650,000, while services for residents with overdue accounts are being suspended concurrently. Gobabis Chief Executive Sophia Eises confirmed the municipality's practice of cutting off services to residents in arrears, stating that this is a routine measure unless payment arrangements are made. However, Eises declined to comment on the councillors' outstanding debts. Reports indicate the mayor, her deputy, and three […]

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