insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Social Justice Activists Condemn Dysfunction at City of Windhoek The City of Windhoek has come under fire from social justice activists Rinaani Musutua and Herbert Jauch, who criticized the city for its failure to improve living conditions and properly manage funds for informal settlements. Rinaani Musutua described the city as the “most dysfunctional” in the country due to its failure to access funds aimed at upgrading informal settlements. She expressed frustration at the lack of service delivery, accusing city […] today17 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Windhoek Loses N$750 Million for Housing Upgrades as activist weighs in The City of Windhoek has lost N$750 million for informal settlement upgrades after failing to accept the funds and conditions. The Ministry of Urban and Rural Development redirected the allocation to other local authorities. The project targeted housing and service improvements across Samora Machel, Khomasdal, Tobias Hainyeko, Moses //Garoeb, and Windhoek Rural. Social justice activist Herbert Jauch commented on the missed opportunity. today17 November, 2025
insert_link Opinion Pieces Affordable Housing: A Key Driver for Sustainable Development Monday, 4 November 2024 - Affordable housing is one of the key aspects for development in Namibia. In response to the country's pressing housing needs, Old Mutual Namibia launched its Housing Fund in August 2024. With an initial capital of N$50 million, the initiative is set to provide critical financial support for affordable housing projects, aimed at addressing the growing demand for accessible and affordable housing in the […] today4 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia Housing Project by Former Businessman-Turned-Activist Faces Scrutiny Over Delays and Refund Demands Former businessman turned activist Michael Amushelelo has acknowledged that several clients of his 'affordable housing project' are now seeking refunds due to significant delays. Amushelelo had launched a housing initiative in Brakwater back in 2021, aiming to provide 150 unserviced plots and affordable homes for middle-income earners struggling to secure home loans. However, what was initially a promising endeavor has evolved into a disappointment for many, as the project has […] today16 April, 2024
