BIG Coalition Hosts Public Discussion on Inequality and Poverty

BIG Coalition Hosts Public Discussion on Inequality and Poverty

The Basic Income Grant Coalition will hold a public discussion today at the Gateway Conference Centre. The event aims to bring together political parties and presidential candidates to address critical issues of inequality and poverty in Namibia. The discussion seeks to amplify stakeholder voices and explore sustainable solutions to improve the living standards of Namibians facing economic difficulties amidst rising inequality and economic challenges. The organization's researcher, Tjipura Tjipura:

August 21, 2024 16

Namibia

Poverty Eradication Ministry’s response prompts BIG Coalition To Proceed With Protest on August 26

Despite responses from the Poverty Eradication ministry, the Basic Income Grant Coalition says they will proceed with its nationwide protest on August 26, aimed at addressing youth unemployment and poverty. The organization says its petition handed over in June has not garnered urgent and favorable responses. 21 year-old researcher from BIG, Tjipura Tjipura, asserts that Namibia, rich in resources, is fully capable of feeding its 3 million residents.

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Namibia

Debate Competition Sparks Intense Discourse on Socio-Economic Issues

The Economic and Social Development Tertiary Institutions Debate Competition showcased intense debates and thoughtful discussions on critical socio-economic issues. Organized under the Universal Basic Income Grant initiative, this event marked a significant milestone in fostering intellectual discourse among Namibia's future leaders. Here's Tjipura Tjipura from the BIG organization with one highlight.

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