June 04
Namibia: Trade Deficit of N$3.1 Billion Recorded in April
The trade balance for April 2024 stood at a deficit of N$3.1 billion, marking a decrease from the N$4.6 billion deficit recorded in March 2024 and an increase from the N$1.2… Read more »
June 03
Namibia: Cabinet Approves Implementation of National Minimum Wage
The Cabinet has given its endorsement to the Minister of Labor, Industrial Relations and Employment Creation (MLIREC) for the implementation of a National Minimum Wage (NMW)… Read more »
May 22
Namibia: Have an Open and Honest Discussion With Your Bank If Your Debt Squeezes You
Indeed, life is a journey with ups and downs, difficulties, and happy moments. We will talk about getting a bank loan as well as what to do if you find yourself in debt and your… Read more »
Namibia: Namibia Shines At Africa Energies Summit 2024
The Managing Director of Monasa Advisory & Associates and Chairperson of the Economic Association of Namibia, Jason Kasuto, attended as a selected speaker at the Africa… Read more »
May 17
Namibia: 500-Bed Windhoek District Hospital Construction Commences
The Groundwork for the Construction of a New 500-bed Windhoek District Hospital was officially initiated this week by the Health Minister, Dr Kalumbi Shangula, marking a… Read more »
May 14
Namibia: Namport Reaches 8 Million Tonnes Cargo Record
Preliminary figures for the financial year ended 31 March 2024 show that the Namibian Ports Authority has just set a new record by handling 8 million tonnes of cargo for the full… Read more »
May 08
Namibia: Usakos Strategic Vision Overrides Political Differences - Mayor
The Mayor of Usakos, H.W. Irene Simeon-Kurtz urged policymakers to set aside their political differences and work together to grow the country's economy. Read more »
April 30
Namibia: Central Bank Broadens Financial Inclusion With Instant Payment Project
The Bank of Namibia (BoN) last week launched the Instant Payment Project with the intent of broadening financial inclusion through essential and affordable financial services to… Read more »
April 25
Namibia: Vivo Awards Shell Service Stations for Performance, Customer Service and Safety
Operators and owners of Shell Service Station were recently rewarded when the local distributor, Vivo Energy Namibia awarded Omega Service Station as the best station of the year.… Read more »
April 16
Namibia: Industrialisation and Trade Ministry Engages Stakeholders On Economic Policies
The Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade held a crucial public consultation among stakeholders to discuss four pivotal policy and legislative frameworks. Read more »
April 11
Namibia: City of Windhoek Extends Deadline for Pensioners' Debt Relief Registration
The City of Windhoek (CoW) has extended the deadline for pensioners to register for debt relief until May 31. Read more »
April 04
Namibia: Inaugural Global African Hydrogen Summit Set for Windhoek
Namibia Is gearing up to host the first-ever Global African Hydrogen Summit (GAH2S) in Windhoek from 3 to 5 September. Read more »
Namibia: Mandatory SIM Card Registration Deadline Concludes
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) announced the conclusion of the mandatory registration period for all Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) cards in the… Read more »
April 03
Namibia: Fuel Prices Go Up
The price of petrol increased by N$1.52 per litre, while both diesel grades will increase by 72 cents per litre, effective Wednesday, the Ministry of Mines and Energy announced. Read more »
April 02
Namibia: Over 1900 Pensioners Registered for the Debt Relief Programme
The City of Windhoek's newly launched debt relief programme has already made a significant impact drawing over 1900 pensioners, effectively wiping out a staggering total of N$524… Read more »
March 28
Namibia: Deadline Approaches for Mandatory SIM Card Registration - Cran Urges Compliance
As the deadline for the mandatory registration of all Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) cards looms on 31 March, the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) is urging… Read more »
Namibia: Hartzenberg Achieves Historic Milestone As First Dual Chartered Accountant
Florian Hartzenberg has made history by becoming the first professional accountant in Namibia to attain both the Chartered Accountant Namibia (CA(NAM)) and Chartered Global… Read more »
Namibia: MVA Fund Urges Road Users to Prepare for Safe Journeys This Easter Weekend
As Namibia gears up for the Easter weekend, the Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund has issued a stern call to all road users to prioritize safety on the roads to prevent loss of… Read more »
March 27
Namibia: Economy Shows Moderate Growth in 2023 - NSA
The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) released its 2023 Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and Economic Statistics report on Tuesday, revealing a steady but moderate growth trajectory for… Read more »
March 20
Namibia: Firstrand Namibia Group Presents Shareholder Dividends to Gipf
The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) has earned a tidy sum in shareholder dividends when they received a payment to the value of more than N$3.2 million from the… Read more »
March 08
Namibia: First African Peer Review for Namibia Launched
The first African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) Country Review Report for Namibia was launched by the President H.E. Dr Nangolo Mbumba on Thursday at State House. Read more »
Namibia: FNB's Exchange Traded Note Opens Offshore Investing to Namibians
FNB Namibia launched its Exchange Traded Note (ETN) this week, which the bank said will allow Namibians to participate and access listed instruments in international companies like… Read more »
Namibia: Annual Inflation Rate for February Drops to Five Percent
The latest figures released by the National Statistics Agency indicate a notable decrease in the annual inflation rate for February 2024 compared to the same period last year. Read more »
February 16
Namibia: Scheduled Power Outage to Impact Windhoek and Surrounding Areas
The City of Windhoek has issued a notification regarding a scheduled power outage set to affect various neighbourhoods and establishments on 10 March, from 08:00 to 16:00. Read more »
February 12
Namibia: Swakop Uranium Foundation Donates to Westside High and Venessa Kindergarten
The Swakop Uranium Foundation recently made donations to Swakopmund's Westside High School and the Vennesa Kindergarten at handover ceremonies at both schools. Read more »