Business & Economy
Markets, mining, fintech and the macro forces shaping Namibian commerce.
HARDAP GOVERNOR DONATES TO COMMUNITY PROJECTS, SMALL BUSINESSES AND VULNERABLE RESIDENTS
HICHILEMA URGES MINING FIRMS TO PRIORITISE LOCAL JOBS
NANDI-NDAITWAH URGES INVESTMENT IN LOCAL INDUSTRIES
Bank Windhoek, Elcin partner to boost financial awareness
Elizabeth Likoro Bank Windhoek and the Evangelical Lutheran Church signed a memorandum of understanding on Monday to provide financial education, wellness, support and banking solutions to more than 1 200 Elcin employees and their families. The agreement also strengthens commercial banking support for the church’s parishes, subsidiaries and member organisations across Namibia. Bank Windhoek’s Financial... The post Bank Windhoek, Elcin partner to boost financial awareness appeared first on New Er
Corporates unite to boost community development
Mobile Telecommunication Company (MTC) has partnered with the Allan Gray Orbis Foundation, FNB Namibia and the Capricorn Foundation to launch the country’s first Corporate Social Investment (CSI) Mukopano, an initiative that brings organisations together to improve the impact of community development projects. The CSI Mukopano is scheduled to take place on 11 August 2026 and... The post Corporates unite to boost community development appeared first on New Era .
NRSC, NBC strengthen partnership to advance road safety
The National Road Safety Council (NRSC) has extended its strategic partnership with the Namibia Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) from three to five years, reaffirming its commitment to advancing road safety awareness and promoting responsible road use across Namibia. The National Road Safety Council (NRSC) and the Namibia Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) officially signed the new Memorandum of... The post NRSC, NBC strengthen partnership to advance road safety appeared first on New Era .
Investment funds increase to N$304.9b
Namibia’s investment industry grew to N$304.9 billion in the second quarter of 2025, supported by stronger pension fund assets, growth in unit trusts, and gains recorded by investment managers. The latest Capital Markets Report by the Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (NAMFISA) shows that total funds under management increased from N$289.9 billion in the first... The post Investment funds increase to N$304.9b appeared first on New Era .
CIF challenges construction capacity claims…calls for fair procurement to boost confidence in local businesses
The Construction Industries Federation of Namibia (CIF) has reiterated that Namibia has established contractors with substantial technical expertise, experience and resources. The federation emphasised yesterday that the domestic construction sector includes both emerging businesses requiring development support and established contractors with extensive project experience, and that the circumstances and capabilities of all contractors must be... The post CIF challenges construction capacity cla
Dignity restored for domestic, agriculture, security workers
When we think of Namibia’s economy, we often talk about mining, green hydrogen, or tourism. But the real engine of our daily lives is much closer to home.
Arandis factory invests N$1.4 m in fish processing
Arandis Dry Fish Factory has invested about N$1.4 million in a new industrial dehydrator as the Namibian-owned company seeks to increase its horse mackerel processing capacity, improve product consistency, and expand access to new markets. The machine, procured from Ike Machinery in China in June 2026, marks a significant step in the factory’s efforts to... The post Arandis factory invests N$1.4 m in fish processing appeared first on New Era .
Otjimbingwe school gets infrastructure boost
OTJIMBINGWE – Otjimbingwe Primary School this week received furniture, water tanks, seedlings and classroom renovations from Rössing Uranium to improve learning conditions. The donations were handed over in partnership with the Namibia Institute of Mining and Technology (NIMT), KNeumayer Construction and Boost Branding during the Arbour Day commemoration at the school. The school received concrete... The post Otjimbingwe school gets infrastructure boost appeared first on New Era .
N$180m for FMD and N$5m for sanitary pads
Almost N$180 million to combat the Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak, which threatens livestock farmers, rural livelihoods and export markets, was provided for in