President Nangolo Mbumba has called for government collaboration with civil society and the private sector in Namibia’s fight against poverty.
This comes ahead of International Day for the Eradication of Poverty, which will be observed on Thursday.
“This day serves as a reminder of the journey that still lies ahead in the pursuit to eradicate poverty and uplift our citizens, ensuring that everyone has access to a dignified life and a better future,” says Mbumba.
Mbumba highlights the government’s commitment to investing in education, healthcare and infrastructure, as part of efforts to uplift and empower Namibians.
“Social protection programmes, such as the implementation of the conditional basic income grant and the existing social safety nets for vulnerable children and orphans, the old age pensions, disability grants and others, have provided support to vulnerable populations and improved living standards and dignity. We commit to do more,” Mbumba says.
According to Mbumba, the government cannot do it alone.
“We need collaborative partnerships with the private sector and civil society to strengthen our efforts and to win the fight against poverty.”
The 2024 International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is held under the global theme: ‘Decent Work and Social Protection: Putting Dignity in Practice for All’.
About 28.7% of Namibia’s population is classified as poor, and 15% as extremely poor, according to the African Development Bank’s Country Focus Report 2024.
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