Setting up a civil society organisation has been made easier with the launch of Channels for Change, "A Guide to Setting Up Civil Society Organisations in Namibia."

The guide aims to explain different ways of setting up civil society organisations, highlight some of the advantages and disadvantages of each type of structure, and discuss issues that are relevant to civil society organisations.

The guide was launched by CIVIC +264, a civil society organisation that was set up to promote the sharing of information with and among civil society organisations.

The Chairperson of the CIVIC, Graham Hopwood, highlighted some of the concerns about the future of civil society organisations in Namibia.

The legal structure of civil society organisations in Namibia includes voluntary associations, trusts, and non-profit companies.

The guide can be accessed online or by contacting CIVIC at +264.