insert_link Namibia BIG Coalition Stresses Stronger Governance to Fight Poverty Rinaani Musutua of the Basic Income Grant Coalition said that improving governance and accountability is key to addressing socio-economic challenges. She warned that without effective policy implementation and efficient public service delivery, poverty and inequality will continue to hinder development. today5 January, 2026
insert_link Environment Nearly 80% of the world’s poor face climate hazards New Global Multidimensional Poverty Index Report (Photo: UNDP) Nearly 80% of the world’s poorest people—approximately 887 million individuals—live in areas exposed to extreme heat, flooding, and other climate hazards, according to a joint report by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Oxford University. The study identifies South Asia and sub-Saharan Africa as the regions most affected, underscoring how poverty and climate change are increasingly interconnected. Vulnerable communities in these […] today21 October, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Basic Income Grant Coalition Urges Urgent Action on Universal Grant The Basic Income Grant Coalition has voiced deep disappointment with the Nandi-Ndaitwah administration for failing to implement a universal basic income grant or expand social grants as promised in its election manifesto. Coalition activist Rinaani Musutua highlighted the struggles of 1.6 million Namibians who face daily hardship just to secure a decent meal, warning that poverty, unemployment, and inequality remain persistent decades after independence. Musutua expressed frustration that the government […] today15 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia Basic Income Grant Coalition Criticises Government Over Broken Promises The Basic Income Grant Coalition has voiced strong disappointment with the Nandi-Ndaitwah administration for failing to implement a universal basic income grant or expand social grants as promised in its election manifesto. Coalition activist Rinaani Musutua said the government continues to ignore the plight of 1.6 million citizens who struggle daily to afford a decent meal, while poverty, unemployment, and inequality remain unresolved decades after independence. today15 October, 2025
insert_link Uncategorized INTERVIEW: Dr. Basilius Kasera on SONA and Universal Basic Income Grant (UBIG) In a candid interview, Dr. Basilius Kasera shared his thoughts on the government's response to the concept of a Universal Basic Income Grant (UBIG), particularly in light of recent discussions following the State of the Nation Address (SONA). He critiques the government's current approach to addressing economic inequality and offers his perspectives on the importance of a nationwide basic income system. Dr. Kasera begins by emphasizing the distinction between […] today28 April, 2025
Uncategorized Unemployment in Namibia – A call for multi-sectoral action Sydwill Scholtz By: Sydwill Scholtz, Labour Analyst The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) released the latest 2023 unemployment statistics for the country in January 2025, and, needless to say, the results are nothing shy of shocking. The results indicate that unemployment remains a significant social challenge in the country with the inherent ripple effect of poverty and social unrest detracting from the country's economic growth and development as […] today26 February, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Ramaphosa Opens G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting in S.A S.A President Cyril Ramaphosa has officially opened the G20 Foreign ministers meeting at Nasrec in Johannesburg, marking the first meeting under South Africa’s G20 presidency. In his keynote address, Ramaphosa welcomed delegates and highlighted the significance of the summit being held on African soil for the first time. He called for greater cooperation and solidarity among nations to address global challenges like poverty, inequality, and conflict: today21 February, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics In S.A, COPE Urges Godongwana to Prioritize Economic Growth in Budget To South Africa now, where the Congress of the People is calling on Finance minister, Enoch Godongwana, to deliver a budget that prioritises heightened economic growth. COPE’s, Pake Dikgetsi, says they are warning that austerity measures targeting social services, while billions are lost to corruption will push the country further into a crisis Meanwhile, the GOOD Party Secretary-general, Brett Herron, says as things stand, around 18-million South Africans are poor […] today19 February, 2025
insert_link Interview Transcripts Interview: Musutua Slams Shiimi Over Lack of Action on Poverty Activist Rinaani Musutua has taken a firm stance against Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi, condemning what she calls decades of unfulfilled promises regarding poverty eradication and unemployment in Namibia. Musutua argues that the government’s approach to social grants has been ineffective, particularly criticizing targeted programs such as the Conditional Basic Income Grant, which she refers to as a rebranded Harambee cash grant. She insists that such measures fail to make a […] today17 February, 2025
