Political analysts say Namibians should not expect too many changes from president Nangolo Mbumba’s administration, given the period of time he has as president. They say Mbumba is a caretaker president until the swearing in of the next president, and will ensure continuity regarding the policies left by president Hage Geingob. In an interview with...
Lawmakers and analysts expect a un-eventful reign from newly sworn in head of state Nangolo Mbumba. He was sworn in as the country’s fourth president on Sunday, following president Hage Geingob’s death. Mbumba said he had no ambitions to contest for political office in the November elections. “I consider my role to be of an...
Analysts have predicted doom and gloom for the United Democratic Front (UDF) if it does not establish clear policies. By 18h00 yesterday the UDF was still busy with its party leadership election process. The party held its electoral congress on Saturday at Swakopmund, but this was disrupted by party members who were demanding the financial...
Relationship expert and counsellor Ngamane Karuaihe-Upi says the celebratory social media remarks shared by the public after news broke of bank employee Nico Rebebe (30) allegedly stealing money from his employer demonstrates citizens’ frustration with growing inequality. “These are unhappy people, fuelled by the unequal distribution of wealth in this country,” Karuaihe-Upi says. Following the...
Analysts have questioned president Hage Geingob’s remarks that he wants to raise the state’s monthly old-age grant from N$1 400 to either N$2 000 or N$3 000, commenting that the intended increase falls short in addressing financial challenges faced by the elderly and looks like a political move. Political analyst Rui Tyitende questioned whether the...
Analysts have questioned president Hage Geingob’s remarks that he wants to raise the state’s monthly old-age grant from N$1 400 to either N$2 000 or N$3 000, commenting that the intended increase falls short in addressing financial challenges faced by the elderly and looks like a political move. Political analyst Rui Tyitende questioned whether the...
Business Reporter ACCORDING to economic analysts from local stockbroker and wealth management company, Simonis Storm Securities, Namibia stands to benefit from a temporary improvement in South Africa’s electricity crisis, as this would prevent further increases in food prices. Namibia heavily relies on food imports from South Africa. Economic Analyst Theo Klein from Simonis Storm Securities...