Social Justice

Housing Market Fails Working Namibians – Jauch

Herbert Jauch has slammed the current housing and loan framework, warning that the system is rigged against ordinary citizens. The justice advocate criticised banks for dominating auctions and shutting out wage earners, and urged authorities to introduce reforms that prioritise affordability and fairness for consumers.

23 June, 2025

Namibia

Musutua Blasts Netumbo Govt Over Social Grant Failure

Social justice advocate Rinaani Musutua has taken aim at the Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah administration, accusing it of abandoning its promise to expand social grants. According to Musutua, the government's inaction on hunger and poverty suggests it is offering nothing more than political lip service.

23 June, 2025

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Interview: Herbert Jauch Calls for Radical Overhaul of Namibia’s Housing and Loan System

Namibia’s housing market is fundamentally broken and rigged in favour of commercial banks, says social justice activist Herbert Jauch, who is calling for urgent reforms to protect homebuyers and make housing more affordable for ordinary Namibians. In a strong critique of the current system, Jauch argues that the structure of mortgage financing in the country puts excessive risk on borrowers. “Right now, if a person who took out a […]

23 June, 2025

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Interview: Musutua Slams Netumbo Administration Over Broken Grant Promises

Social justice activist Rinaani Musutua has criticised the Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah administration for failing to honour its campaign pledge to expand social grants, saying the government’s lack of action on poverty alleviation amounts to “lip service.” In a strongly worded statement, Musutua said that if the new administration were serious about tackling hunger and poverty, the first action would have been to fulfil its manifesto promise of expanding social grants. […]

23 June, 2025

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Interview: Namises Urges Practical Action From Nekundi to Tackle Hunger and Joblessness

Windhoek – Social justice activist Rosa Namises has called on Works and Transport Minister Veikko Nekundi to go beyond rhetoric and present clear, practical strategies to tackle hunger and unemployment. Reacting to the Minister's recent public address, Namises said the time for abstract promises is over, and what citizens now demand are concrete plans with measurable outcomes. In a passionate statement shared in the early hours of the morning, Namises […]

16 June, 2025

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Interview: Herbert Jauch Urges Concrete Action on Poverty and Unemployment, Reflecting on Veikko Nekundi’s Legacy

Social justice activist Herbert Jauch weighed in on the persistent challenges of poverty and unemployment, drawing attention to the urgent need for practical government interventions. Speaking in the context of reflecting on the legacy of Veikko Nekundi, a respected national figure, Jauch noted that while these issues have been widely acknowledged for years, what is now needed is clear and actionable plans from the administration. “The issue of poverty […]

16 June, 2025

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INTERVIEW: Dr. Basilius Kasera on SONA and Universal Basic Income Grant (UBIG)

In a candid interview, Dr. Basilius Kasera shared his thoughts on the government's response to the concept of a Universal Basic Income Grant (UBIG), particularly in light of recent discussions following the State of the Nation Address (SONA). He critiques the government's current approach to addressing economic inequality and offers his perspectives on the importance of a nationwide basic income system. Dr. Kasera begins by emphasizing the distinction between […]

28 April, 2025

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INTERVIEW: Justice Activist Rinaani Calls for Increased Accountability from Local and Regional Councilors Accountability Concerns

Justice activist has expressed serious concerns about the lack of accountability among local and regional councilors, despite their crucial role in addressing the needs of the communities they serve. Rinaani Musutua emphasized that councilors, who hold significant power to bring about meaningful change, are often the least held accountable by both the public and the government. Lack of Education and Awareness Rinaani pointed out that a major contributing factor to this issue […]

17 March, 2025

Namibia

Erongo region strengthens GBV response

Erongo Governor Neville Andre Itope launched the Erongo Regional Gender Permanent Task Force last year as part of national efforts to combat gender-based violence (GBV). The initiative coordinates responses to domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of abuse, which remain among the most prevalent crimes in the region. Speaking on the progress of the Task Force, Itope reiterated that GBV continues to be a pressing issue in Erongo. He […]

4 March, 2025