insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Herbert Jauch Critiques Conditional Basic Income Grant Rollout November 12, 2024 By Leonard Witbeen Namibian social activist Herbert Jauch has expressed strong concerns over the recently implemented Conditional Basic Income Grant (CBIG), questioning its effectiveness in addressing widespread poverty. Speaking about the program, which the government has extended to cover more regions, Jauch highlighted the shortcomings of this targeted cash grant. The CBIG, now replacing the former food bank initiative, provides approximately N$600 per household. However, Jauch […] todayNovember 12, 2024 16
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Herbert Jauch Calls for Equitable Distribution of Namibia’s Natural Resources Herbert Jauch, a well-known Namibian labor researcher and social justice advocate, recently addressed the critical issue of natural resource management, emphasizing the need for all Namibians to benefit equitably from the country’s wealth. Speaking ahead of the upcoming elections, Jauch argued that while the principle of resource sharing is widely accepted, it remains largely theoretical unless concrete steps are taken to ensure that Namibia’s natural wealth genuinely benefits the […] todayOctober 15, 2024 11
insert_link Business / Economics INTERVIEW: Activist Herbert Jauch Calls for Rethink on Namibia’s Oil and Gas Strategy Windhoek, Namibia – Herbert Jauch, a prominent activist, has called for a fundamental reassessment of Namibia’s approach to oil and gas exploration. In a recent discussion, Jauch emphasized that the use of Namibia’s natural resources should benefit all Namibians, not just a select few, and warned against continuing with oil and gas extraction given the current global context. Jauch argued that Namibia's natural resources have long been controlled by foreign […] todayAugust 27, 2024 16
insert_link Namibia Herbert Jauch Calls for Rethink on Namibia’s Oil and Gas Strategy Activist, Herbert Jauch, has called for a fundamental reassessment of Namibia’s approach to oil and gas exploration. In a recent discussion, Jauch emphasized that the use of the country’s natural resources should benefit all Namibians, not just a select few, and warned against continuing with oil and gas extraction given the current global context. todayAugust 27, 2024 32
insert_link 1 Namibia Poverty worsens in Namibia as activist reach over 16 years of advocating To avoid pitfalls, says Rinaani Musutua of the Basic Income Grant Coalition, a social grant to help poor Namibians would not only reduce administrative costs and bureaucratic complexities but also minimize opportunities for corruption and fraud. Meanwhile...over 16 years on, the government has still not eradicated poverty as promised to credible organizations such as the Basic Income Grant coalition after significant evidence was presented that it is a viable option […] todayJuly 1, 2024 30 1
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: 16 Years On Advocating for Universal Basic Income Grant to Tackle Poverty and Reduce Fraud: Insights from Rinaani Musutua Rinaani Musutua of the Basic Income Grant Coalition of Namibia passionately argues for the implementation of a universal basic income grant (BIG) as a solution to generational poverty in Namibia. For nearly two decades, the coalition has advocated for a monthly grant of 500 Namibian dollars for every Namibian aged 0 to 59. Musutua asserts that this approach will mirror the success of the current old age grant, which has […] todayJuly 1, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia Social Activist Herbert Jauch Calls for Modernized Socialism Amid Rising Unemployment in Namibia Herbert Jauch, a prominent social activist, emphasized the necessity for a contemporary approach to socialism in the 21st century. According to Jauch, this updated socialism should uphold principles of equality. In the interim...Rinaani Musutua, also an activist, said this pertaining to local authority leaders earning a salary from this role. todayJune 17, 2024 59
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Social Justice Activist Herbert Jauch on Water Pricing: Ensuring Equity in the Face of Scarcity As water scarcity looms over Namibia, social justice activist Herbert Jauch emphasizes the crucial need for strategic planning to avert a catastrophe. With dam levels plummeting and water shortages becoming increasingly severe, households across the country, particularly in Windhoek, are facing the stark reality of dwindling water supplies. In light of this pressing issue, Jauch advocates for equitable solutions that prioritize the needs of low-income households while ensuring the […] todayJune 5, 2024 28
insert_link Namibia Activist Urges Equitable Water Solutions Amid Looming Crisis As Namibia grapples with water scarcity, activist Herbert Jauch underscores the urgency of strategic planning to prevent catastrophe. With dam levels dropping and shortages worsening, households, especially in Windhoek, confront dwindling water supplies. Jauch stresses the importance of fair solutions prioritizing low-income households while promoting sustainable water management. todayJune 5, 2024 42