Institute for Public Policy Research

Etokolo lya Namibia okuulika komufala gotango gomauyelele oshili onkatu ya simana okutula miilonga pakuudha o Access to Information Act of 2022-IPPR

Oshiputudhilo sho Institute for Public Policy Research oshati etokolo lya Namibia okuulika komufala gotango gomauyelele oshili onkatu ya simana okutula miilonga pakuudha o Access to Information Act of 2022. O The Brief oya lopota kutya ta popi petamekitho lyo Procurement Tracker yongaashingeyi,omupekapeki mo IPPR Frederico Links okwati oveta otayi ka pa aakwashigwwana,aatoolinkundana oshowo omahangano goshigwana uuthemba wopaveta ,ompito yoku mona omikanda dhoku landa omayakulo niilongomwa yepangelo,mwa kwatela oku nongonona omaindilo […]

11 November, 2025

Business / Economics

Report Flags Rising Use of Procurement Exemptions

The 29th edition of the Procurement Tracker has raised alarm over the government’s growing reliance on procurement exemptions. Researcher Frederico Links from the Institute for Public Policy Research warns that while exemptions are meant to accelerate spending, they could erode transparency, accountability, and value for money. He urges authorities to maintain a balance between efficiency and integrity in public procurement.

14 October, 2025

Namibia

No Change in Namibia’s Corruption Score

Namibia's corruption ranking remains the same as last year. Graham Hopwood from the Institute for Public Policy Research links this to the Fishrot case dragging on, lack of fishing industry reforms, and failure to amend laws like the Marine Resources Act.

12 February, 2025

Nam Elections 2024

ECN Rejects IPC Court Bid as Lacking Evidence

The Electoral Commission has dismissed the Independent Patriots for Change's court application, calling it "vague and embarrassing." ECN chairperson Elsie Nghikembua argues the case lacks the evidence required to overturn an election under section 115 of the Electoral Act. Meanwhile, the IPC seeks to nullify the entire elections, with LPM pushing to validate only votes from 27 November. Offering comment is Graham Hopwood: he is the Executive Director at […]

8 January, 2025

Namibia

Dianne Hubbard Discusses Key LGBT+ Rights Cases in Namibia

Dianne Hubbard, a consultant at the Institute for Public Policy Research, recently spoke about the significant legal developments impacting gender and LGBT+ rights in Namibia. She highlighted two pivotal court rulings that challenge laws criminalizing same-sex relations and those preventing the recognition of foreign same-sex marriages. These cases represent a crucial moment for LGBT+ rights in the country.

16 December, 2024

Namibia

Integrity Namibia Regional Conference To Kick Off in Rundu under IPPR

The Institute for Public Policy Research is hosting the 4th Integrity Namibia Regional Conference in Rundu this week, focusing on key issues like governance, corruption, and the Access to Information Act. The event will be livestreamed on Integrity Namibia’s Facebook page and aligns with the upcoming International Anti-Corruption Day on December 9th. The conference aims to bring together civil society, youth, and other stakeholders to combat corruption in the country.

2 December, 2024

Namibia

IPPR Highlights Key Issues Ahead of Mid-Year Budget Review

Graham Hopwood, Director of the Institute for Public Policy Research, spoke about the organization's years-long consultations with the Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises. In preparation for the upcoming mid-year budget review set for today, the IPPR has gathered insights and proposals from various civil society groups to emphasize critical issues that need to be addressed by the Minister and his team.

28 October, 2024

Local

Civil Society Spells Out Budget Priorities

25 October 2024 Civil society organisations (CSOs) believe the national budget is a powerful tool that can be used more effectively to address systemic poverty, improve living conditions, and promote social equity in Namibia. The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) today released a new briefing paper, entitled Civil Society & The Budget: Perspectives on Priorities. The paper is being published ahead of the 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Review to be […]

28 October, 2024

Namibia

Namibians Face Lower Incomes in Election Year Compared to 2015

For the first time, Namibians are experiencing lower average incomes in an election year compared to 2015, according to economist Robin Sherbourne. Speaking at the Institute for Public Policy Research’s annual state of the economy event, Sherbourne highlighted that gross domestic product per capita fell from judt over 64 thousand in 2015 to N$50,079 in 2023. Sherbourne suggested that the economic downturn could influence voter sentiment in the upcoming elections. […]

30 August, 2024