insert_link Namibia Victory for Residents as RedForce Contracts End, Gariseb Calls for Stronger Internal Debt Recovery The decision by the current Urban and Rural Development Minister James Sankwasa to end local authorities’ contracts with RedForce is being hailed as a major victory after three years of persistent advocacy, says Shaun Gariseb of the Rate Payers and Residents Committee. He urges strengthening internal debt recovery departments to ease pressure on residents. today6 August, 2025
insert_link Namibia Namibia’s economy expands as President Nandi-Ndaitwah’s Cabinet and policy plan take shape Namibia’s economy is on track for continued growth in 2025, according to the latest Quarterly Economic Review from the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR). The report, released this month and authored by veteran economist Robin Sherbourne, forecasts a 3.8 percent rise in gross domestic product (GDP), driven by easing inflation, robust foreign reserves, and a cut in the central bank’s repo rate to 6.75 percent—its lowest level in over […] today6 May, 2025
insert_link Namibia Parliament is progressing with e-Parliament reform Parliament is progressing with its e-Parliament reform through an IT Retreat Workshop in Otjiwarongo. According to the report compiled by One Africa NewsOneOne's Envaalde Matheus, the workshop aims to finalise key ICT projects to enhance efficiency and accessibility and improve legislative methodologies. The retreat, led by the IT subdivision, aligns with preparations for the 8th parliament. today31 January, 2025
insert_link South Africa South Africa needs to manage migrants better. That requires cleaning up the Department of Home Affairs By Alan Hirsch, University of Cape Town Legal grievances against the South African Department of Home Affairs, including contempt of court cases, are depressingly common. Too frequently the minister has to apologise to a court, or to ask for more time, on behalf of the department. Most of the court cases involve the operations of the department regarding visas and permits for foreign visitors, immigrants and prospective refugees. […] today5 February, 2024
