Namibia News

Sunday, April 02, 2006

allAfrica.com: Namibia: Pension Hike Sparks Uproar in the National Assembly

Pension Hike Sparks Uproar in the National Assembly: "THE DTA yesterday bemoaned Government's inability to meet a demand for a monthly pension of N$500 for senior citizens.

DTA MP Philemon Moongo said it was 'shocking' that Government could only manage a N$70 increase.

'It is not even enough to buy a bag of maize meal,' said Moongo.

Should Parliament approve the 2006-07 budget currently up for debate in the National Assembly, pensioners will receive a monthly pension of N$370."

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