insert_link Namibia Suspended City of Windhoek Workers Fear Contract Non-Renewal Amidst Controversy Contract workers at the City of Windhoek express concerns over potential contract non-renewal amid allegations of victimization following their involvement in street cleaning protests. Over 100 street cleaners had demanded better conditions and permanent contracts, leading to arrests and suspensions. Although their case was struck off the court roll due to docket unavailability, workers fear repercussions and uncertainty about their future employment. City spokesperson , Harold Akwenye refutes claims of […] todayMay 17, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia Charges Against City of Windhoek Cleaners and Activist Michael Amushelelo Dropped in Public Violence Case Three contract cleaners from the City of Windhoek, along with social activist Michael Amushelelo, faced charges of inciting public violence after participating in a strike for better working conditions. However, the court ordered the matter to be struck off the roll and refunded bail money to the suspects. The strike involved over 100 street cleaners demanding improved conditions and permanent contracts. Despite a trial scheduled for Wednesday, a decision from […] todayMay 16, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia High Court Grants Injunction Against Social Activist and Employees Obstructing Namib Mills Operations This week, a High Court judge issued a temporary injunction to stop social activist Michael Amushelelo and 26 Namib Mills employees from illegally blocking access to the company's premises and putting its operations at risk. Ian Collard, Chief Executive Officer of Namib Mills, shared his thoughts on the matter. todayApril 5, 2024 13
insert_link Namibia Citizen weighs in on Independence Day Celebrations Activist Michael Amushelelo rallied Namibian citizens, particularly the youth, to participate in a national protest against high unemployment on Independence Day. Speaking to Future Media News, Amushelelo says this protest, declared as a legal demonstration, complies with the necessary requirements outlined in the Public Proclamation Act. A citizen, Barminas Swartbooi offered this opinion. todayMarch 20, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia Namibians Demand Accountability as Independence Anniversary Approaches: Activist Plans Protest on Youth Unemployment As Namibia approaches its 34th Independence Day celebration, a growing number of citizens are holding leadership accountable for unfulfilled promises. Michael Amushelelo, an activist from the Namibian Economic Freedom Fighters, is gearing up to host a protest on Independence Day, focusing on the pressing issue of youth unemployment. The Popular Democratic Movement's Parliamentarian Manuel Ngaringombe had this to say on the matter. todayMarch 11, 2024 5
insert_link Interview Transcripts EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: NEFF Activist Michael Amushelelo Calls for Protest Against Youth Unemployment In a recent address to Future Media, General Saddam Hamshulelu, also known as the People's General, and a prominent member of the NEFF (Namibian Economic Freedom Fighters), provided an update on the upcoming protest scheduled for March 21st. The focus of the protest is high youth unemployment, a critical issue that has gripped the nation. The General began by highlighting the positive developments in the ongoing dialogue with the […] todayMarch 11, 2024 10
insert_link Namibia Minister Uutoni and Construction Company Seek Court Intervention Against Planned Occupation of Houses Urban and Rural Development minister, Erastus Uutoni, and construction company Calgrokuumba Planning and Design take Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters activist Michael Amushelelo to court to prevent the planned occupation of houses in Windhoek's Otjomuise residential area on February 29. The urgent interdict aims to stop unauthorized persons, including Amushelelo, from gaining access to the houses or erecting structures on the property. Calgrokuumba CEO Andries Olivier highlights that the property comprises […] todayFebruary 23, 2024 4
insert_link Namibia DA Accuses ANC Policies of Exacerbating Unemployment Crisis as Michael Amushelelo weighs in on the Namibia front The Democratic Alliance contends that ANC policies are contributing to a surge in unemployment rates, citing a national unemployment rate of 32.1% that rises to over 41% under the expanded definition. The party criticizes the ANC for neglecting structural barriers, highlighting that 69.1% of young people, according to the fourth quarter Labour Force Survey, are unable to contribute to the economy. Michael Saddam Amushelelo shares insights on Namibia and its […] todayFebruary 22, 2024
insert_link Namibia High-Level Police Meeting Convenes to Address Controversial Disclosure of Okahandja Shooting Post-Mortem Report A significant meeting of police officials took place to address the contentious issue of the unauthorized disclosure of the post-mortem report concerning one of the five individuals fatally shot by the police in Okahandja last year. The Namibian Economic Freedom Fighters economic commissar Michael Amushelelo shared autopsy report details on social media, prompting concerns. A doctor, speaking on condition of anonymity, disclosed to The Namibian that an interpretation of the […] todayFebruary 21, 2024 1
Paying it forward: Kenyan coastal doctor Bashrahil Mohammed Mafudh has made it his life’s work to care for the most vulnerable in his community, at no cost.
