Political experts have slammed Namibian lawmakers for seeking pay raises during tough economic times. Chief whips from different parties met with Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare last week to discuss higher salaries. MPs currently earn about 52,000 Namibian dollars monthly after their last raise in 2016. The request comes as unemployment affects most citizens across the country. Critics say politicians care more about personal gains than helping struggling families.
Opposition leader Imms Nashinge from the Independent Patriots for Change party opposed the salary talks. He argued that creating jobs should take priority over government wage increases. Nashinge said his party refused to support budget votes that waste money on unnecessary projects. Political analyst Rui Tyitende called the timing insensitive and selfish. He suggested MPs should accept pay cuts to show solidarity with poor citizens instead of demanding more money.
Opposition leader Imms Nashinge from the Independent Patriots for Change party opposed the salary talks. He argued that creating jobs should take priority over government wage increases. Nashinge said his party refused to support budget votes that waste money on unnecessary projects. Political analyst Rui Tyitende called the timing insensitive and selfish. He suggested MPs should accept pay cuts to show solidarity with poor citizens instead of demanding more money.
