Namibia QER Quarter 1 2025
This edition of the IPPR’s Quarterly Economic Review examines some of the main commitments contained in the 66-page Swapo Manifesto Implementation Plan (SMIP) published in February 2025. The QER also includes the usual Quarter Summary, News Highlights, Key Economic Variables, and Data Trends
Namibia’s National Budget 2025/26: Analysis
The national budget tabled by Minister of Finance Ericah Shafudah on 27 March 2025 represented continuity rather than change and reflected few of the priorities contained in the Swapo Manifesto or its Implementation Plan. Minister Shafudah recommitted government to achieving a primary budget surplus, reducing debt as a proportion of GDP, meeting the country’s foreign […]
Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Toolkit
This Guide Book is designed to empower communities with essential knowledge, real-life stories, and practical resources to combat gender-based violence (GBV) in Namibia. Focusing on the Hardap Region, the publication provides vital information on legal processes, shares survivor experiences, and lists key organisations offering support. Whether seeking help or supporting others, this guide ensures that […]
Namibia QER Quarter 4 2024
This edition of the IPPR’s Quarterly Economic Review reviews the prospects for nuclear power generation in Namibia. The QER also includes the usual Quarter Summary, News Highlights, Key Economic Variables, and Data Trends
Message of Condolence: Sam Nujoma
Namibia’s first President Sam Nujoma, who died on 8 February 2025, laid the foundation for an independent and democratic nation. His dedication to Namibia’s sovereignty and social upliftment has irrevocably influenced our country’s destiny. During this time of mourning, we stand in solidarity with all Namibians as we honour his lasting contributions to nation-building
Gender & The Law: Summary
An 8-page summary of the research report – Current Issues in Gender and the Law.
Gender and The Law
This report provides an overview of Namibian court cases relating to LGBTQ+ matters and then proceeds to look at recent developments in the areas of family law and GBV with an emphasis on how they have intersected with LGBTQ+ issues. The report argues that current debates on LGBTQ+ issues have coloured discussion of broader family […]
Media Release: 9 Actions to Strengthen Integrity
Every year on December 9, the world observes International Anti-Corruption Day, a global initiative established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2003 to raise awareness about corruption and mobilise efforts to combat it. This date marks the anniversary of the adoption of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), the world’s most comprehensive anti-corruption […]
Parties & Promises
This publication is a summary of party positions on key socio-economic issues ahead of the 2024 national elections. Parties & Promises was compiled by the IPPR’s Namibia Fact Check team for The Namibian newspaper. This is an output of the the Election Fact Checking Coalition project implemented by Namibia Fact Check and supported by Africa […]
Right Now, I Cannot Survive
This is the second human rights report looking at the impact of the Fishrot scandal on the lives of fisheries workers. “Right Now I Cannot Survive” highlights the continued struggles faced by those deeply affected by Namibia’s most high-profile corruption case. In so doing the report offers critical insights into the broader implications of corruption […]
