insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Basic Income Grant Coalition’s Rinaani Musutua on Electricity Tariff Increases Windhoek, Namibia – The Basic Income Grant Coalition, represented by Rinaani Musutua, has expressed strong opposition to the proposed tariff increases by the City of Windhoek. These increases, which encompass essential services such as water and electricity, are currently under review by the Electricity Control Board (ECB). Economic Hardship and Mismanagement Rinaani Musutua highlighted the financial struggles faced by many Namibians, stating that this is not the appropriate time […] today10 June, 2024
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Katutura Residents Committee’s Shaun Gariseb on Electricity Tariff Increase Request to The Electricity Control Board Katutura, Windhoek – The Katutura Residents Committee, led by Shaun Gariseb, has taken a firm stance against the proposed 10% electricity tariff increase by the City of Windhoek. This objection comes in accordance with the Electricity Act 4 of 2007, section 43 of the Electricity Regulations, as amended by Government Notice 158 of 2020, which came into force on July 22, 2020. Objections and Legal Framework Shaun Gariseb, representing […] today10 June, 2024
insert_link Namibia City Residents Actively Oppose Windhoek Electricity Tariff Hike Request to ECB Shaun Gariseb of the Katutura Residents Committee, is taking a stand against the proposed electricity tariff increase in Windhoek. In adherence to the Electricity Act and regulations, Gariseb recently lodged objections with the Electricity Control Board. He argues that the proposed 10% hike, put forward by the City of Windhoek, fails to consider the economic hardships facing residents. From the Civic organization BasicIncome Grant Coalition, Rinaani Musutua weighs in. […] today10 June, 2024
insert_link Namibia Businesswoman Tania Hangula Agrees to Repay Portion of Funds from Defunct SME Bank as Activist Rinaani Musutua weighs in Businesswoman Tania Hangula has agreed to reimburse N$4 million of the N$6.6 million she received from the now-defunct Small and Medium Enterprises Bank. Between 2015 and 2019, Hangula utilized these funds for various purposes, including purchasing a beach property, a Mercedes-Benz, and financing trips to Dubai and other countries. Activist Rinaani Musutua weighs in. today18 March, 2024
insert_link Namibia Activist Musutua weighs in on Kavango East Recurring Food Poisoning Deaths Councillor Laurentius Mukoya from Ndiyona, situated in the Kavango East region, is pressing for a thorough investigation into a series of deaths caused by food poisoning that have plagued the region in recent years. The latest tragedy occurred on February 27, resulting in the loss of four lives from a single family in Livayi village. Activist Rinaani Musutua shares her perspective. today7 March, 2024
insert_link 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 […] today29 February, 2024
insert_link Namibia South African president says social grants may be removed if the ANC loses power, what’s the Namibian perspective? ActionSA recently rejected the malicious and misleading claims by South African president Cyril Ramaphosa that social grants may be removed if the ANC loses power in the elections this year. ActionSA’s, Lerato Ngobeni, says this type of fearmongering is typical of the ruling party, who are now resorting to outright lies to prevent an electoral loss. Social Acitivist Rinaani Musutua weighs in on the Namibian side of things. today11 January, 2024
insert_link Namibia President Hage Geingob unveiled his perspective on 2024 During his New Year's Eve address, President Hage Geingob unveiled his perspective on 2024, designating it as the pivotal "year of expectations and elections." This announcement came hand in hand with the President's acknowledgment of the significant positive transformation witnessed within Namibia. President Geingob conveyed his conviction in the nation's enhanced standing. Here's Rinaani Musutua from Namibia's Basic Income Grant Coalition with her opinion. today9 January, 2024
