Free cash for Namibia's poorest

The video discusses a social experiment in Auchi Varro, where 1000 residents receive a monthly grant of 14 U.S. dollars. This initiative aims to break the cycle of poverty by enabling individuals to plan for the future. Nine months into the experiment, there are promising results, including reduced crime and improved health. However, concerns about misuse of funds for alcohol persist. While some misuse the grant, others invest in small businesses, fostering a hopeful community outlook.

What is the primary purpose of the monthly grant given to the inhabitants of Auchi Varro?

• To help individuals plan for the future and improve their living conditions

• To encourage people to buy more local products

• To increase the population of the settlement

• To promote tourism in the area

What positive changes have been observed in Auchi Varro since the start of the social experiment?

• Increase in local business taxes

• Reduction in crime and improved health

• Rise in unemployment rates

• Decrease in school attendance

What concern does the local store owner have about the grant handouts?

• The grants are causing inflation in the local market

• The grants are leading to increased alcohol sales

• The grants are not enough to cover basic needs

• The grants are not distributed fairly

How are some individuals in Auchi Varro using their grant money positively?

• By saving it for future travel

• By investing in foreign stocks

• By setting up small businesses

• By purchasing luxury items

What message is painted on the side of a hut in Auchi Varro, reflecting the community's outlook?

• Hope for a better tomorrow

• Good life after struggle

• Strength in numbers

• Unity in diversity