insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Business and Economics Researcher Josef Sheehama on Local Authorities and Audits Business and economics researcher Josef Sheehama recently shared his insights on the ongoing challenges faced by local authorities in Namibia, particularly regarding audits, financial mismanagement, and poor service delivery. Speaking in a recent interview, Sheehama emphasized the long-standing issues that have plagued local authorities and the steps being taken to address them. Sheehama pointed out that the frustration surrounding local authorities isn't a recent development. "This has been an […] todayNovember 11, 2024 12
insert_link 2 Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Usakos Mayor Irene Simeon-Kurtz Addresses Allegations of Mismanagement In response to recent allegations regarding the Usakos Town Council, Mayor Irene Simeon-Kurtz spoke out to clarify misconceptions and defend the council's actions. During an interview, she expressed her disappointment with the Namibian newspaper, claiming that its reporting has been misleading and unfair. Simeon-Kurtz emphasized that the town is indeed developing and that the council has maintained transparency in its operations. The mayor outlined several ongoing initiatives aimed at […] todayNovember 4, 2024 55 2
insert_link Namibia NamPol inaugurates new police station in Ohangwena Region The Inspector General of the Namibian Police (NamPol), Lieutenant General Joseph Shikongo, has officially inaugurated the Onamukulo police station in the Ohangwena Region, highlighting the government's commitment to delivering effective law enforcement services to all Namibians. During the inauguration ceremony, Shikongo said that the establishment of this police station marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to bring police services closer to local communities. He said, "This reflects the […] todayOctober 22, 2024 30
insert_link South Africa SA’s Kganyago praises late Mboweni’s policy contributions South Africa’s Reserve Bank Governor Lesetja Kganyago has praised former Finance Minister Tito Mboweni for his contribution to policy-making. Mboweni, who was the first black central bank governor of South Africa, died over the weekend after a short illness and served as the Reserve Bank governor between 1999 and 2009. He gained a reputation for being principled and ready to debate issues openly. More recently, as finance minister […] todayOctober 15, 2024 34
insert_link Business / Economics Labour Ministry starts business re-engineering process The Office of the Labour Commissioner has started a business re-engineering process this week to identify and remove service delivery obstacles. Here is the Executive Director of Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment Creation, Lydia Indombo. todayAugust 8, 2024 35
insert_link World World marks Nelson Mandela International Day The United Nations Secretary-General, António Guterres, is urging everyone to perform 67 minutes of public service today to honour Nelson Mandela’s legacy. Today is Nelson Mandela International Day under the theme, It's still in our hands to combat poverty and inequity. Guterres says Mandela showed the world the extraordinary difference one person can make. Looking back at the struggle against apartheid and the campaign for Mandela's release in which […] todayJuly 18, 2024 33
insert_link Namibia Ghenno Himarwa pays tribute to his late wife, former Education Minister Katrina Hanse-Himarwa Following the passing of former Education, Arts, and Culture Minister Katrina Hanse-Himarwa on Sunday morning at the age of 57, her husband, Ghenno Himarwa, shared with Future Media News today that she cared deeply for her country. President Nangolo Mbumba said the late Hanse-Himarwa fought by making sure that the remains of Namibians in Germany were repatriated. todayJuly 15, 2024 146
insert_link Africa Hotbed of corruption: Kenya’s elite have captured the state – unrest is inevitable By Gedion Onyango, London School of Economics and Political Science A strong undercurrent driving the unprecedented anti-tax protests in Kenya is outrage over theft of public resources coupled with the extravagant lifestyles of public servants. There are widespread frustrations that President William Ruto also failed to deliver on his electoral promises to address corruption. He’s even earned a new nickname — “Zakayo”, a reference […] todayJuly 1, 2024 9
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s public service is dysfunctional – the 5 main reasons why By Marcel Nagar, University of Johannesburg A public policy works well if it’s a good policy and if it’s carried out well. Politicians make policy and specialist bureaucrats in the public service carry it out. These appointed officials are supposed to follow a strict professional and ethical code of conduct. Over the past 30 years, South Africa has not had this kind of public service. Public […] todayMay 17, 2024 21