By: Justicia Shipena

 

The repercussions of the Fishrot corruption scandal continue to haunt numerous former fishermen and fisheries workers in Walvis Bay, as revealed in a recent report by the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR).

This comprehensive study meticulously documents and elucidates the human rights consequences of the Fishrot scandal on ordinary Namibians, particularly those employed in the fishing industry, along with their families and the broader community in Walvis Bay.

The primary objective of the report is to shine a light on the profound human rights impacts of the Fishrot corruption scandal, serving as a catalyst to advocate for complete accountability and restitution, especially in countries like Iceland and others where individuals and institutions were involved in or facilitated corrupt activities.

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