South African Presidency Questions McKinsey’s G20 Role

South African Presidency Questions McKinsey’s G20 Role

The South African Presidency has expressed concern over McKinsey's appointment to the business engagement group that meets to coordinate the participation of business in the G20, and Bain's role in South Africa's Energy Council Project Management Office. Highlighting their past involvement in state capture, the Presidency spokesperson Vincent Magwenya states that these appointments undermine public trust and good governance. Magwenya emphasised the need for more credible partners:

December 16, 2024 18

Nam Elections 2024

Namibian Civil Society Non-State Actors Network Calls for Accountability After Election Irregularities

On behalf of The Namibian Civil Society Non-State Actors Network, Mahongora Kavihuha, has expressed concern over serious electoral irregularities in the November elections. The network, representing over 1,150 organizations, highlighted issues such as lack of transparency from the Electoral Commission of delays, and voting station mismanagement. NamNet has called for immediate accountability, including the resignation of the ECN or its removal by the President, and the establishment of a Commission […]

December 16, 2024 19

Local

International Anti-Corruption Day: 9 Actions to Strengthen Integrity in Namibia

Every year on December 9, the world observes International Anti-Corruption Day, a global initiative established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2003 to raise awareness about corruption and mobilise efforts to combat it. This date marks the anniversary of the adoption of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), the world's most comprehensive anti-corruption treaty. Corruption undermines development, weakens public trust, and exacerbates inequality by diverting resources meant […]

December 11, 2024 5

South Africa

Calls Grow In S.A for Minister Simelane’s Suspension

Defend Our Democracy South Africa calls for former Justice minister Thembi Simelane to be removed from her new role as minister of Human Settlements over fresh corruption allegations. The group’s executive director, Zaakirah Vadi, urges president Cyril Ramaphosa to suspend her pending the outcome of the investigation:

December 5, 2024 7

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South Africa

Save South Africa Movement Demands Ramaphosa’s Resignation

The Save South Africa Civic Movement has called on president Cyril Ramaphosa to step down, over leadership failures, rising crime, and child deaths linked to poisoned goods. It criticises Ramaphosa's inaction on protecting the borders, and access to illicit firearms. Spokesperson Tebogo Mashilompane claims his leadership has eroded public trust and demands decisive action to address unemployment, crime, and corruption to restore faith in governance:

November 25, 2024 31 2

Namibia

NAMPA Denies Political Influence in Decision-Making Process

The Namibia Press Agency has responded to allegations by Dr. Job Shipululo Amupanda, who claimed that the Agency’s decision to revoke the secondment of Mr. Confidence Musariri to New Era Publication Corporation was politically motivated. In a press release, NAMPA’s Board reaffirmed its commitment to impartiality, stating that the decision was based purely on merit and evidence, with no political interference. NAMPA emphasized its dedication to transparency, integrity, and maintaining […]

November 18, 2024 11

Namibia

Political Parties Weigh In On ECN’s Decision to Print Additional Ballot Papers

Several political parties have voiced concerns about the Electoral Commission deciding to produce an additional 400,000 ballot papers for the forthcoming national elections on November 27, inclusive of 200,000 surplus ballots for both the presidential and National Assembly elections, despite having only 1.4 million registered voters. IPC's Imms Nashinge: United Democratic Fron't Mabasen /Narib also weighed in:

November 4, 2024 28

Namibia

NSA’s Omission of Unemployment Data Raises Serious Concerns

The Statistics Agency recently released the 2023 Census report, excluding crucial labour force data, including unemployment statistics, which have not been updated since 2018 when the rate was 33.4%. Cirrus Securities experts warn that current unemployment may exceed 40% due to economic challenges and the impact of COVID-19. This omission raises alarms about the NSA's independence and integrity, undermining public trust in its role to provide comprehensive data. It says […]

November 1, 2024 12

Opinion Pieces

Curating data for political purposes: NSA credibility destroyed.

Rowland Brown Opinion On the 30th of October, the Namibia Statistics Agency’s (NSA) released the 2023 Census report, around a year after the data collection for the same was completed. However, despite collecting labour force data and employment/unemployment data, in a turn of events more worthy of North Korea than Namibia, this was excluded from the report, a notable change to previous Census reports. This means that the latest official […]

November 1, 2024 11