Africa-Press – Namibia. The veterans affairs ministry has spent N$2.52 billion on 13 398 veterans out of a total of 33 500, to date.
The remainder, 12 702 are yet to receive their payments.
Deputy minister of defence and veteran affairs Charles Mubita has clarified misconceptions regarding programmes for veterans of the liberation struggle, particularly the Individual Veterans’ Project, during his statement in the National Assembly.
Mubita noted on Thursday that since the programme’s inception in the 2011/2012 financial year, the government has allocated annual funding towards all veterans’ programmes under the ministry.
“To date, out of 33 500 registered veterans, 13 398 have been paid, amounting to N$2.52 billion. A total of 12 702 veterans are yet to receive their payments,” said Mubita.
He explained that the original project’s concept had been replaced by a once-off cash payment of N$170 000. The ministry introduced a first-in, first-out system to ensure fairness.
“This means the N$170 000 cash payment is processed based on the year a veteran applied. For example, those who applied in 2011 are considered ahead of those who applied in 2013 or later,” Mubita said.
In the 2023/2024 financial year, 587 veterans received payment. This increased to 1 798 veterans in the 2024/2025 financial year.
“The ministry also caters for the medical needs of veterans and assists with funeral expenses upon their passing,” Mubita added.
He urged members of the public to approach the ministry for clarity on these matters.
“Our offices are open to anyone seeking information, and we shall gladly assist,” said Mubita.
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