Social Justice

South Africa Activists Warn Against Afriforum and Solidarity’s “Destructive Game”

In S.A, the Activists and Citizens Forum says Afriforum and Solidarity are busy with what it calls, a dangerous and destructive game. Spokesperson Dennis Bloem says the organisations are busy opening old wounds inflicted by their Apartheid leaders. Adding that the victims of apartheid are trying very hard not to be vengeful against their perpetrators:

3 March, 2025

Dr. Sam Nujoma

Queen Gawa-!Nas Urges Action on Street Children Crisis

/Khomanin Traditional Authority leader, Queen Gaoses Juliana Gawa-!Nas, has called on national leaders to take urgent action in addressing the plight of street children. Speaking at the Khomas regional memorial service for Founding President Sam Nujoma in Windhoek on Sunday, she emphasized the need for immediate intervention. Her remarks were featured in a NewsOnOne report by Envaalde Matheus. Catch last night's full bulletin on oneafrica.tv. Weeknights at 7 watch […]

25 February, 2025

Namibia

Farmworker Evicted After 41 Years, Sparking Land Justice Outcry

A 61-year-old farmworker, Gerson "Gearbox" Sani Danab, has been evicted from Farm Aandrus in the Khomas Region after 41 years of service, sparking outrage over farmworker rights and land dispossession. Activists Shaun Gariseb and Verona !Kharuxas are calling for urgent government intervention as concerns grow over generational labor exploitation and unfair land ownership practices. You can find the extended interview on futuremedia.com.na

17 February, 2025

Interview Transcripts

Interview: Musutua Slams Shiimi Over Lack of Action on Poverty

Activist Rinaani Musutua has taken a firm stance against Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi, condemning what she calls decades of unfulfilled promises regarding poverty eradication and unemployment in Namibia. Musutua argues that the government’s approach to social grants has been ineffective, particularly criticizing targeted programs such as the Conditional Basic Income Grant, which she refers to as a rebranded Harambee cash grant. She insists that such measures fail to make a […]

17 February, 2025

Interview Transcripts

Ratepayers’ Struggle: The City of Windhoek’s Selective Billing and Redforce’s Questionable Practices

By Leonard Witbeen Windhoek residents continue to face inconsistent and seemingly unfair treatment regarding municipal bills, with some accounts being swiftly rectified while others suffer at the hands of aggressive debt collectors. A recent case involving a prominent Governor highlights the glaring disparities in how the City of Windhoek (CoW) and Redforce Debt Management handle ratepayers. A Governor’s Bill Magically Reduced A Governor who owns property in Windhoek recently discovered […]

13 February, 2025

Interview Transcripts

INTERVIEW: Activist Rinaani Musutua on Poverty and Accountability in Namibia

In a recent interview, Rinaani Musutua, a prominent activist, opened up about the persistent issues of poverty and the lack of accountability within Namibia's leadership. Reflecting on the promises made at independence, Musutua highlighted that citizens were promised prosperity, equality, and an end to poverty, yet, decades later, many still face significant challenges. She emphasized that despite the country’s progress in certain areas, poverty remains widespread, and those who […]

29 January, 2025

Namibia

29% of learners qualify for Advanced Subsidiary level in 2025

Minister of Education, Arts, and Culture, Anna Nghipondoka announcing the Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary and Advanced Subsidiary Levels 2024 National Examinations results By: Envaalde Matheus The Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture has announced that 12, 031 candidates, representing 29.5% of learners, have qualified to advance to the Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Advanced Subsidiary level in 2025. Education Minister Anna Nghipondoka made this statement on Tuesday, 14 January 2025 while […]

14 January, 2025

South Africa

In S.A, the ANC is set to unveil a bold vision for the future

In S.A, the ANC is set to unveil a bold vision for the future at its January 8th rally this Saturday at Mandela Park Stadium in Khayelitsha, Western Cape, focusing on economic growth, justice, and equality. ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula told the media the party’s vision aims to create a more equitable society, with a clear path forward to advance social justice and rebuilding the economy:

7 January, 2025

Local

International Anti-Corruption Day: 9 Actions to Strengthen Integrity in Namibia

Every year on December 9, the world observes International Anti-Corruption Day, a global initiative established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2003 to raise awareness about corruption and mobilise efforts to combat it. This date marks the anniversary of the adoption of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), the world's most comprehensive anti-corruption treaty. Corruption undermines development, weakens public trust, and exacerbates inequality by diverting resources meant […]

11 December, 2024