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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

UBIG

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Basic Income Grant Coalition of Namibia Applauds President-Elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwa and Continues to Advocate for a Universal Basic Income Grant for all Namibians.

  The Basic Income Grant Coalition of Namibia congratulates Honorable Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwa on her election as President of the Republic of Namibia, historically Namibia’s first and Africa’s second female president. We took note of her promise of economic justice and freedom for all Namibians, as articulated during her campaign. In alignment with these promises, we strongly re-emphasize the need for implementing a Universal Basic Income Grant (UBIG) of at least […]

todayDecember 6, 2024 10

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Namibia

INTERVIEW: Rinaani Musutua Calls for Universal Basic Income Grant Amid UN Report on Extreme Poverty

  Prominent social activist Rinaani Musutua has strongly criticized the Namibian government's decision to extend the Harambe grant, which provides a conditional N$600 monthly allowance to select recipients. Musutua argues that this approach mirrors the failed food bank concept, as highlighted by the Auditor General, due to difficulties in identifying intended beneficiaries. Musutua emphasized that the extension, which excludes communities like Huachanas, will lead to an administrative burden, high costs, […]

todayOctober 14, 2024 39

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INTERVIEW: Rinaani Musutua: Tackling Namibia’s Hunger Crisis Through a Universal Basic Income Grant

  In an insightful interview with Rinaani Musutua, a prominent advocate for the Universal Basic Income Grant (UBIG) in Namibia, the current socio-political landscape was laid bare. As part of the Basic Income Grant Coalition, Musutua spoke passionately about the recent incident at a SWAPO rally where food was distributed in a manner that many found dehumanizing. For Musutua, this event was a clear indicator of the systemic issues plaguing […]

todaySeptember 25, 2024 22

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Namibia

Political Parties and Independent Candidates Mobilize for Upcoming 2024 Election: Spotlight on Basic Income Grants and Coalition Building

    As Namibia approaches the 2024 general elections, political parties and independent candidates are intensifying their campaigns, with a key focus on the implementation of a Universal Basic Income Grant (UBIG). Spearheaded by the Universal Basic Income Grant Coalition, this initiative has garnered substantial support, with prominent figures such as Job Amupanda of the Affirmative Repositioning (AR) movement, Esther Muinjangue, president of the National Unity Democratic Organization (NUDO), Vistoh […]

todayAugust 22, 2024 23

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Russian Official Commends Namibia’s Independent Foreign Policy

Yelena Perminova, Chairperson of Russia’s Federal Council Committee on Social Policy, praised Namibia for maintaining an independent foreign policy, resisting Western pressure to join anti-Russia campaigns. During her visit, Perminova highlighted stable bilateral relations and expressed readiness to enhance cooperation across various sectors, emphasizing the importance of inter-parliamentary exchanges and Namibian observers' contributions to Russia's presidential elections.

todayJune 27, 2024 13

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Namibia

Russia Offers Expertise to Namibia on Universal Basic Income Grant

Russia is willing to share its experiences with the universal basic income grant with Namibia, as announced by Yelena Perminova, Chairperson of the Russian Federal Council Committee on Social Policy. Russia has been implementing UBI for two years and is ready to assist Namibia in their deliberations. Namibia's Standing Committee on Health, Social Welfare, and Labour Affairs, led by Hans Nambondi, is investigating the adoption of UBI to support the […]

todayJune 26, 2024 44 2

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BIG Coalition Advocates for Basic Income as Human Right

The BIG Coalition asserts that the Basic Income Grant is not charity but a moral imperative and human right, crucial for protecting citizens from poverty. Spokesperson Rinaani Musutua emphasizes the need for social protection amid high unemployment rates, urging the government to fulfill its obligations under international human rights treaties. The coalition views BIG as an economic stimulus, planning a protest march to support a universal, unconditional grant to combat […]

todayJune 13, 2024 21

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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.  

todayMay 23, 2024 47

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