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 […] today11 November, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Expert Discusses Financial Challenges Facing Local Authorities Business and economics researcher Josef Sheehama addresses the financial struggles of local authorities. He points out concerns about poor financial management, inadequate service delivery, and emphasizes the urgent need for improved governance and accountability. Meanwhile, residents of Katutura are intensifying their challenge against the City of Windhoek's decision to block electricity meters of unpaid clients, arguing that it is unlawful. Spokesman Shaun Gariseb comments: today11 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia Auditor-General’s Report Flags Major Financial Issues at the Municipality of Windhoek The Auditor-General’s report on Windhoek Municipality’s 2022 and 2023 finances, highlights major concerns, resulting in a disclaimer of opinion. Key issues include missing accounting policies for public-private partnerships, unapproved salary increases, incomplete land records, and possible data manipulation. With liabilities exceeding assets by over 723 million dollars, the Municipality faces serious solvency risks. The report warns these issues could impact service delivery, urging stricter controls and a financial recovery plan. today31 October, 2024
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. today8 August, 2024
insert_link Namibia The City of Windhoek launches service app for residents The City of Windhoek has launched a new mobile app that allows residents to manage accounts and access statements. The app can report incidents like potholes and traffic light issues, submit meter readings, and verify taxis and businesses. City spokesperson Lydia Amutenya says the app will improve service delivery for Windhoek’s 486 thousand residents. today15 July, 2024
insert_link Namibia Eenhana and Ruacana sign cooperation MoU To improve service delivery, the Eenhana Town Council and Ruacana Town Council have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on various areas of Agreed Partnerships and Co-operation for mutual benefits. Eenhana Town Council Spokesperson Ottilie Shingenge. today27 June, 2024
insert_link Namibia Concerns Rise Over Namibian Government’s Service Delivery Amidst Criticism of Leadership Appointments As complaints about the government's service delivery persist among Namibians since 1990, an increasing number of voices highlight the trend of appointing leaders without thorough consideration of qualifications or experience, a departure from standard practices in many sectors. Penda Negonga of the Namibia Progressive Party shared thoughts on elections and leadership, underscoring these concerns. Political Analyst Rui Tyitende had this to say today22 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia Geingob fathered an entire nation with the same love: Nangula “He fathered an entire nation with the same love and concern with which he fathered his family.” These were the words of Nangula Geingos, eldest daughter of the late President Hage Geingob while celebrating her father’s legacy at a final intimate memorial service held in his honour at Casa Rosalia on Tuesday. “There is a piece of Hage in every one of us, we have been inspired, loved […] today22 February, 2024
insert_link South Africa Illegal dumping swamps Nelson Mandela Bay Residents burn rubbish outside the Motherwell NU8 clinic. Photos: Joseph Chirume By Joseph Chirume via GroundUp An ever-increasing number of illegal dump sites that are not getting cleared by the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is making life unpleasant for people living in the townships of Gqeberha. It may also be impacting their health. GroundUp visited Motherwell, Kamvelihle, Wells Estate, and Kuyga, and found garbage blowing about the streets and a […] today2 February, 2024
