The Ministry of Social Power, Gender Equality and Child Welfare has announced that social grant beneficiaries in Namibia will receive increased payments. The Minister, Emma Kantema, made the announcement in parliament, stating that the increase will be implemented with immediate effect. According to Kantema, the increase is aimed at cushioning the effects of rising living costs. The current monthly grant of N$600 will be maintained.
Kantema stated that the ministry will ensure that the grants are paid out to beneficiaries on time, adding that the increase is a result of the government's efforts to address poverty and inequality. The minister emphasized that the grants are crucial for the well-being of vulnerable members of society, including the elderly, children, and people with disabilities. The increased grant amount will be paid out to beneficiaries who have been registered for the past year.
The social grant is part of the government's efforts to provide support to low-income households. According to the ministry, a total of 27,132 households in the Khomas region will benefit from the increased grant, with 11,993 households in the Kavango East region and 1,995 households in the Kavango West region also set to benefit. The ministry has urged beneficiaries to ensure that their registration details are up to date to avoid delays in receiving their grants.
Beneficiaries of the social grant have expressed relief and gratitude over the increase, stating that it will go a long way in helping them to meet their basic needs. Many have expressed concerns over the rising cost of living, which has made it difficult for them to make ends meet. The increased grant amount is expected to provide some relief to beneficiaries, who have been struggling to cope with the economic challenges.
The ministry has assured beneficiaries that the grant will be paid out on time, and that efforts are being made to improve the payment system. Kantema has also emphasized that the government is committed to addressing poverty and inequality, and that the social grant is an important part of this effort. The ministry has urged beneficiaries to report any issues or concerns they may have with the payment process.
The social grant is one of several initiatives aimed at addressing poverty and inequality in Namibia. The government has implemented various programs aimed at providing support to vulnerable members of society, including the elderly, children, and people with disabilities. The increased grant amount is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of beneficiaries and their families.
The ministry has urged Namibians to report any cases of corruption or maladministration in the payment of social grants. Kantema has emphasized that the government is committed to ensuring that the grants are paid out to beneficiaries who are in genuine need of support. The ministry has also urged beneficiaries to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
Key points
- The Namibian government has increased the monthly social grant payment to N$600.
- A total of 27,132 households in the Khomas region will benefit from the increased grant.
- The increased grant amount is aimed at cushioning the effects of rising living costs.
