Tag: Namibia
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Katutura Rate Payers Association Faces ECN in High Court
Background: A dispute over nominations and procedure The Katutura Rate Payers Association (KRRA) has taken the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) to the High Court, challenging the commission’s handling of nominations for upcoming elections. The case centers on whether the KRRA was correctly allowed to submit manual nominations, and whether the ECN adhered to established…
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KRRA Challenges ECN in High Court Over Manual Nominations
Background of the dispute The Katutura Rate Payers Association (KRRA) has taken the Electoral Commission of Namibia (ECN) to court, alleging a denial of its submission of manual nominations for a local electoral process. The case, heard in the Electoral Court, centers on procedural rights and the legitimacy of nomination methods used by the ECN…
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Namibia Health Ministry Pushes Higher Tobacco and Alcohol Taxes
Introduction In a move aimed at improving population health and reducing the burden of non-communicable diseases, Namibia’s Ministry of Health and Social Services is advocating for higher taxes on tobacco and alcohol products. The proposal aligns with global evidence linking price increases to lower consumption, particularly among youth and low-income groups. Why tax tobacco and…
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FirstRand Namibia Hosts Mid-Term Budget Dialogue on Namibia’s Economic Outlook
Namibia’s Economic Outlook Takes Center Stage at Mid-Term Budget Dialogue FirstRand Namibia recently hosted a high-level Mid-Term Economic Breakfast Budget Review at its Parkside Head Office in Windhoek, attracting senior officials from both the public and private sectors. The event underscored a shared commitment to ongoing dialogue as a cornerstone of informed economic planning in…
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Namibia Health Ministry pushes for higher taxes on tobacco and alcohol to boost public health
Namibia’s Health Ministry Advances a Bold Fiscal Strategy The Ministry of Health and Social Services in Namibia is advocating for higher taxes on tobacco and alcohol as part of a comprehensive plan to curb consumption, reduce non-communicable diseases, and improve overall population health. The proposal aligns with a growing global trend where governments use fiscal…
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Namibia: Chief Justice Urges Magistrates to Halt Planned Work Stoppage
Overview: A Call for Calm Amid Labor Tensions Namibia’s Chief Justice, Peter Shivute, has publicly urged magistrates across the country to pause a planned partial work stoppage that was set to begin. The appeal comes as negotiations over a range of grievances surface within the judiciary. With talks ongoing, the aim is to avoid a…
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Fishing Workers Demand Action on Poor Conditions and Pay
Angry Calls for Reform Grow in Erongo’s Fishing Sector Employees from several fishing companies in Namibia’s Erongo Region are escalating their push for concrete reforms. They say mandatory compliance with safety rules, fair pay, and humane working environments remains elusive, despite repeated appeals to the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform. The collective…
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Erongo Fishing Workers Rally for Better Pay and Safer Conditions
Background: Unresolved concerns in Erongo’s fishing sector The Erongo Region in Namibia has long been a hub for fishing activity, supporting livelihoods for hundreds of workers across several companies. In recent weeks, a wave of protests and coordinated calls for help has put the spotlight on persistent problems in the industry: poor working conditions, inadequate…
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Namibia’s Fishing Workers Rally for Better Conditions and Pay in Erongo Region
Rising discontent among Erongo’s fishing workforce Workers from several fishing companies in Namibia’s Erongo Region are calling on the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform to intervene. Their demands center on long-standing grievances about poor working conditions, low pay, and insufficient protective measures in a sector that supports many families but also tests…
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Tobacco Cessation: A Cornerstone of Namibia’s National Tobacco Control Measures
Why Tobacco Cessation Matters Tobacco use remains the leading preventable cause of death worldwide, triggering a cascade of health problems from heart disease to cancer. National tobacco control measures that prioritize cessation—helping smokers quit and stay smoke-free—are essential to lowering the burden on health systems and improving life expectancy. Namibia’s Situation: A Snapshot In 2022,…