Category: Basic Income

The trucking industry is not just witnessing a technological revolution—it’s bracing for a financial transformation that could ripple across the economy. From slashing operational costs to boosting corporate profits, AI and autonomous technology are reshaping how trucking companies operate. But what does this mean for drivers, and could it push society toward Universal Basic Income (UBI)?

Cutting Costs and Increasing Profits

For trucking companies, the financial appeal of automation is undeniable. Labor costs, which account for up to 40% of operating expenses, can be drastically reduced by replacing human drivers with autonomous trucks. Maintenance savings are also expected to […]

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Zelensky, thousand grivnas, social experiment The President calls for supporting Ukrainian goods and services

President Zelensky urged Ukrainians to spend money on Ukrainian goods and services. He noted that utility services, electricity, train tickets from Ukrzaliznytsia, and Ukrainian medications are priority expenses that need support. Additionally, the president suggested supporting Ukrainian books and cultural services, as well as making donations for volunteers and the military. Changes in society and impact on values

In the past year, people have shown more interest in the changes occurring in society. This concerns not only stockpiling food due to fears of a new […]

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Universal Basic Income (UBI): A Modern Alternative to Traditional Welfare

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· Follow 4 min read·6 hours ago Universal Basic Income (UBI) represents a transformative shift in welfare policy, offering a more efficient and equitable solution to poverty and financial instability. By providing every citizen with a fixed, unconditional sum of money on a regular basis, UBI simplifies welfare systems that are often bogged down by complexity, inefficiency, and bureaucratic overhead. Unlike traditional welfare programs that require applicants to meet various eligibility criteria and navigate red tape, UBI offers a straightforward, universal benefit for all. […]

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Manager, Insurance and Estates, Odlum Brown Financial Services Limited

Estate and Insurance Planner, Odlum Brown Financial Services Limited

For many clients, annuities may provide a solid foundation for guaranteed retirement income. Annuities can range from the simple life annuity to a more complex variable annuity (commonly referred to as a guaranteed minimum withdrawal benefit plan, or GMWB). In this article, we will exclusively discuss life annuities.One of the most common questions we are asked is, “How much income would I receive from purchasing a life annuity?” Several factors influence the income received from a life annuity, including the: Demographics […]

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Rotterdam from above What do Dutch people think about social security? Sociologist Thijs Lindner analysed this in his dissertation. He showed that people are in favour of a better redistribution of wealth, but there’s little support for a basic income. Lindner also studied how people respond when you tell them that there is a relatively high number of people with a migration background on welfare. In addition, he delved into the phenomenon of "welfare chauvinism".

Everyone learns about the importance of the welfare state and how it came about. But what do Dutch people themselves think about our social security […]

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Outjo, Acting CEO Immanuel Tjipurua addressing the crowd of unemployed Outjo residents (photo: Dalene Kooper) (Nampa) OUTJO, 13 NOV (NAMPA) – Unemployed residents flocked to the Outjo Municipality on Tuesday, seeking proof of residence letters to apply for the Ministry of Poverty Eradication’s Basic Income Grant initiative.
Municipal officials however denied their requests, citing various issues.
“We are just here to get proof of residence, and they are saying we must pay for plots before they can help us,” a resident said.
The angry crowd gathered to voice the…
Outjo, angry crowd waiting for the acting CEO […]

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The number of unemployed people in the country remains high. UNEMPLOYMENT crisis continues in Mzansi despite the unemployment rate decreasing marginally by 1,4 percentage points.

Political parties and unions have pointed out that this is not good news for millions of jobseekers, especially the youth.

StatsSA released the Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) report on Tuesday, 12 November revealing that South Africa’s unemployment rate decreased marginally by 1,4 percentage points to 32,1% (in Q3:2024). This means 294 000 jobs.Build One South Africa (Bosa) President Mmusi Maimane said his party has written to National Assembly Speaker, Thoko Didiza, on the stubbornly high […]

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An aerial view shows Greenpeace activists working on a giant puzzle during a protest in the framework of the COP16 Summit, in Cali, Colombia on October 24, 2024. The recent 16th Conference of Parties (COP16) to the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity, or COP16, has highlighted the urgent need to rethink conservation strategies, particularly in Latin America, where the convergence of social conflict and environmental vulnerability creates a complex, high-stakes landscape.

The global environmental crisis, manifesting in the accelerated loss of biodiversity, is exacerbated by deep socio-economic inequalities. Yet communities most affected by environmental degradation are often those that […]

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