insert_link Namibia IPPR Calls for 9 Key Actions to Combat Corruption on International Anti-Corruption Day On this year's International Anti-Corruption Day, the Institute for Public Policy Research has outlined nine critical actions to strengthen integrity in the country. These measures include enhancing anti-corruption laws, supporting transparency in key industries, and improving public procurement practices. IPPR's Integrity Namibia project stresses the need for urgent reforms to tackle corruption that undermines development and equality. The call for action also includes efforts to recover stolen assets and […] today11 December, 2024
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: BIG Coalition Member: Breschneff Katjito Criticizes Government’s Conditional Basic Income Grant December 6, 2024 Breschneff Katjito, a prominent member of the Universal Basic Income Grant (BIG) Coalition, has voiced strong disappointment with the government's handling of the Conditional Basic Income Grant, highlighting concerns over its restrictive nature and limited reach. In a candid statement, Katjito emphasized that the conditional grant, which aims to alleviate poverty by providing a small cash amount, has been riddled with bureaucratic hurdles. He criticized the […] today6 December, 2024
insert_link South Africa Calls Grow In S.A for Minister Simelane’s Suspension Defend Our Democracy South Africa calls for former Justice minister Thembi Simelane to be removed from her new role as minister of Human Settlements over fresh corruption allegations. The group’s executive director, Zaakirah Vadi, urges president Cyril Ramaphosa to suspend her pending the outcome of the investigation: today5 December, 2024
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Rise Mzansi Warns Against Misuse of Public Funds Amid National Disaster Declaration South Africa's Rise Mzansi has warned against the misuse of public funds following the declaration of foodborne illnesses as a national disaster. These illnesses have already claimed 22 lives with a total of 890 cases reported. Rise Mzansi spokesperson Mabine Seabe has urged Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa, to set up systems that prevent politicians and officials from looting public funds during the disaster: today22 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa ActionSA Applauds Minister Dion George’s Acknowledgment of Cape Town Sewage Crisis ActionSA has expressed support for Minister Dion George's recognition of the Cape Town sewage crisis, revealing that a criminal investigation has begun due to the city's discharge of over 30 million litres of untreated sewage into coastal waters daily. This acknowledgment follows ActionSA's criticisms of the city's failure to adhere to environmental regulations, with party representative Michael Beaumont emphasizing the serious public health and ecological risks posed by these actions. […] today6 November, 2024
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s DA Calls for Reopening of Inquiry into Thabo Bester’s Escape The DA has urged Parliament to reopen its inquiry into the escape of convicted rapist and murderer Thabo Bester. The party has expressed frustration over the limited findings of the Public Protector's investigation into Bester's escape from Mangaung Correctional Centre in the Free State in May 2022. The DA’s Janho Engelbrecht criticised the report's limited scope, stating that it fails to hold all responsible parties accountable: today1 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia Ondangwa Town Council Faces Compliance Issues and Performance Management Challenges The Auditor-General, Junias Etuna Kandjeke, found major compliance issues in the Ondangwa Town Council's financial statements for the year ending June 30, 2023. The council failed to adhere to the Local Authorities Act and improperly implemented a new travel policy without ministerial approval, leading to over N$ 1.2 million in improper payments. Additionally, the audit revealed weaknesses in measuring key performance indicators and a lack of individual performance […] today31 October, 2024
insert_link Namibia Expert Stresses the Need for Accountability in Government Institutions Political analyst Erika Thomas highlightes the critical role of accountability among government institutions, especially within the Information and Communication Technology ministry. She contends that cultivating a culture of mutual accountability could greatly improve the performance and effectiveness of these entities. today30 October, 2024
insert_link World Trump ally Steve Bannon to be released from prison Donald Trump's former advisor and close ally Steve Bannon is set to be released from prison. Bannon has spent four months in a federal prison in Connecticut for refusing to comply with a congressional subpoena over the January 6th riots at the US Capitol. Ira Spitzer has more. today30 October, 2024
