Rinaani

INTERVIEW: Rinaani Musutua Calls for Universal Basic Income Grant Amid UN Report on Extreme Poverty

Prominent social activist Rinaani Musutua has strongly criticized the Namibian government's decision to extend the Harambe grant, which provides a conditional N$600 monthly allowance to select recipients. Musutua argues that this approach mirrors the failed food bank concept, as highlighted by the Auditor General, due to difficulties in identifying intended beneficiaries. Musutua emphasized that the extension, which excludes communities like Huachanas, will lead to an administrative burden, high costs, […]

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Interview Transcripts

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Activist Rinaani Musutua Criticizes Namibia’s National Budget and Socio-Economic Disparities

In a passionate and critical address, activist Rinaani Musutua expressed deep disappointment with the recently announced national budget by Namibia's Minister of Finance, Iipumbu Shiimi. Musutua specifically highlighted the inadequate increase in the old age pension, a decision that deviates from the promises made by the late President Hage Geingob. The activist voiced concerns about growing socio-economic disparities, the lavish lifestyles of government officials, and the urgent need for […]

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Namibia

Social Activist Rinaani Musutua speaks on Namibian Election Promises: Old Age Pension Hike Sparks Skepticism

In a recent interview with Future Media News, Rinaani Musutua, a Social Activist, reflected on promises made as Namibia approaches a crucial election year. The below is the full transcipt of this. "In a strategic move ahead of the upcoming elections, Namibia's ruling party, Swapo, has pledged to increase the old age pension to N$3,000, as announced by President Geingob earlier this year. The promise, however, has sparked skepticism, with […]

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