insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Shaun Gariseb Raises Alarms Over City of Windhoek’s Defective Solar Billing System In a pressing issue that has caught the attention of many, Shaun Gariseb from the Katutura Residents Committee, has come forward to address significant concerns about the City of Windhoek's solar billing system. During a recent briefing, Gariseb disclosed the ongoing efforts to file criminal cases against various top officials in the City of Windhoek, highlighting the system's defects and its profound impact on residents. The committee member emphasized […] todayJuly 10, 2024 16
insert_link Uncategorized INTERVIEW: Katutura Residents Committee Member Shaun Gariseb on Electricity Control Board’s Cancellation Of Tariff Increases In a recent statement, Shaun Gariseb, a member of the Katutura Residents Committee, expressed his satisfaction with the intervention by the minister Thomas Alweendo regarding electricity issues. Gariseb's comments highlight the significance of leadership and public participation in addressing the community's concerns. Ministerial Intervention and Public Support Gariseb began by expressing his happiness with the minister's intervention, which he had requested in an appeal review. "I'm very, very happy that […] todayJuly 4, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia Government Allocates N$365 Million to Subsidize Electricity, Cancels Tariff Increase Amid public pressure, the government has decided to allocate N$365 million to subsidize electricity consumers for the 2024/25 financial year, maintaining the current tariff of N$1.98 per kilowatt-hour instead of increasing it to N$2.14. The decision, announced after consultations led by Minister of Mines and Energy Thomas Alweendo with the Electricity Control Board. Shaun Gariseb of Katutura's Residents Committee spoke with us. Political Analyst and Professor Ndumba Kamwanya also […] todayJuly 4, 2024 19
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Katutura Residents Rally Against Electricity Price Hikes, Prepare for Demonstration and Legal Action In a proactive response to proposed electricity price hikes by the Electricity Control Board (ECB), residents of Katutura have launched a concerted effort to voice their discontent and seek redress. Spearheaded by Shaun Gariseb, a prominent member of the Katutura Residents Committee, the community has initiated an online petition that has rapidly gained momentum, nearing 10,000 signatures. Gariseb, speaking passionately about the community's concerns, emphasized the urgency of their actions. […] todayJuly 3, 2024 9
insert_link Namibia Katutura Residents Mobilize Against Electricity Price Hikes In a proactive response to proposed electricity price hikes by the Electricity Control Board, residents of Katutura have launched a concerted effort to voice their discontent and seek redress. Shaun Gariseb, a member of the Katutura Residents Committee, says the community has initiated an online petition that has rapidly gained momentum, nearing 10,000 signatures. todayJuly 3, 2024 39
insert_link Namibia UNam Professor talks electricity tariffs and potential voter sentiments Recent statements by Professor Ndumba Kamwanya regarding the increase in electricity tariffs, shed light on potential voter sentiments as Namibia nears its elections. He expressed doubts about the Electricity Control Board's recent announcement, suggesting its potential impact on election outcomes. Meanwhile, Shaun Gariseb, a member of the Katutura Residents Committee, announced plans to mobilize an online petition. todayJune 28, 2024 35
insert_link Interview Transcripts INTERVIEW: Shaun Gariseb Rejects Demarcation Plans, Calls for Fair Consultation Katutura community activist, Shaun Gariseb has voiced strong opposition to the recent constituency boundary demarcation proposals in the Khomas Region, criticizing the lack of proper consultation and transparency. Speaking at a press conference, Gariseb outlined the events of the delimitation commission's consultations on June 13, where he and other concerned residents sought to present their views. Gariseb noted that, despite being promised a chance to speak, he was ignored […] todayJune 19, 2024 25
insert_link Namibia /Khomanin Traditional Leaders Demand Apology Over Khomas Boundary Proposal /Khomanin traditional leaders in the Khomas Region are demanding an apology from Governor ,Laura McLeod-Katjirua for proposing constituency boundary changes without consultation. They allege exclusion from crucial discussions affecting their ancestral land and community rights. Katutura community activist, Shaun Gariseb was also present. todayJune 19, 2024 44
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 […] todayJune 10, 2024 19
