Namibia City of Windhoek Under Fire for Estimating Water Usage Despite Legislation Mandating Measurement The City of Windhoek is facing criticism and a potential legal battle for its practice of estimating water usage instead of measuring actual consumption, a method deemed unfair and inequitable. Shaun Gariseb of the Katutura Residents Committee argues that this approach deviates from the intended use of water meters as outlined in Section 34 (1) (c) of the legislation. todayMay 10, 2024 84
insert_link Namibia Windhoek Residents Unite to Address Delayed ‘Debt Relief’ Promised as Christmas Gift On February 7th, Windhoek residents plan to convene at the City of Windhoek's inquiry desk to inquire about the pledged "debt relief" announced as a Christmas gift in December. Their collective goal is to investigate the reasons behind the delays in receiving this holiday assistance and to address discrepancies in the information provided, particularly concerning pensioners who were advised to settle their accounts without anticipating debt write-offs. Shaun Gariseb, a […] todayJanuary 29, 2024 51
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE: Unveiling the City of Windhoek Mass Enquiry Protest: Katutura Central Resident’s Committee’s Shaun Gariseb Speaks Out By Leonard Witbeen In a recent statement, Shaun Gariseb sheds light on the upcoming mass inquiry scheduled for February 7th, 2024, regarding the City of Windhoek's promises of debt relief. The protest arises from concerns raised by numerous pensioners who have been eagerly awaiting the fulfillment of commitments made by the City. Gariseb articulates the pressing questions that the pensioners, along with other residents, intend to pose during the mass […] todayJanuary 29, 2024 15
insert_link Namibia Katutura Central Residents respond to City’s Press Release The City of Windhoek has issued a document aimed at providing clarity on the council's decision regarding the debt write-off. Despite this, the Katutura Residents Committee continues to express dissatisfaction with the outcome. Shaun Gariseb further elaborates on the matter. todayDecember 15, 2023 48