Business & Economy
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Academic Performances and Life Outcomes
It has come to my attention that although we journeyed together through the same educational institutions, our academic outcomes were not identical. Some individuals demonstrated higher levels of academic competence than others. However, it is important to recognise that success in life is not solely determined by academic performance or classroom ranking. Rather, life achievements […] The post Academic Performances and Life Outcomes appeared first on The Namibian .
NSA spends N$130m on household data collection
THE Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) spent close to N$130 million on the data collection phase of the 2025/26 Namibia Household Income and Expenditure Survey, which ended on 22 April. This was revealed in a statement issued yesterday by NSA chief executive Alex Shimuafeni, who says the exercise covered 12 months of field operations across Namibia’s […] The post NSA spends N$130m on household data collection appeared first on The Namibian .
Potjie or Cake?
STRATEGIC management has four main elements that should follow a specific order. Firstly, you must decide on the direction you wish to take. That is strategy development. Then you must decide on the correct actions to take.That is strategic planning. After this, you must execute those actions in the correct time and manner. That is […] The post Potjie or Cake? appeared first on The Namibian .
Afreximbank eyes Namibian businesses boost
BUSINESSES in Namibia are being targeted for the African Continental Free Trade Area(AfCFTA) training through the Africa-Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). The training is open to all businesses in Africa, in collaboration with the AfCFTA Secretariat. According to a statement issued by Afreximbank yesterday, the training will take place in Egypt in June and is designed to […] The post Afreximbank eyes Namibian businesses boost appeared first on The Namibian .
Meatco workers threaten strike over delayed salary increases
Meatco employees handed over a petition to the company’s management on Thursday, demanding salary increases and raising concerns about mismanagement at the company. Speaking on behalf of the employees, shop steward Joseph Kambala, who read the petition addressed to the interim chief executive Albertus Aochamub, said workers’ annual wage proposals are typically submitted in September […] The post Meatco workers threaten strike over delayed salary increases appeared first on The Namibian .
Picture Gallery of Businesswoman Breakfast on Friday 24 April 2026
All photographs by Michel Haoses.
Opinion – The seed beneath the sand
Before we build Namibia’s creative economy, we must first understand the people we are building it for Picture a young woman in Katutura. It is early morning, still cool. She is charging camera batteries on a power strip beside her bed, checking the light through her window, mentally rehearsing the shots she needs before her...
Opinion – Impact on the Iran-USA crisis
According to a report by the International Energy Agency (IEA), the war in the Middle East is causing the largest supply disruption in the history of the global oil market. The disruption to oil and gas flows through the Strait of Hormuz, and attacks on energy infrastructure across the region, have major implications for energy...
MTC discontinues Freemail services
MTC has announced the discontinuation of its Freemail services on 25 April, due to business change and the end of technical support for the services. MTC Management recommended that users who wish to continue using email migrate to Microsoft Exchange Online. “We understand this decision may cause some inconveniences, and we appreciate your understanding and […]
The war that raised prices across Africa – without firing a shot on African soil
By John Karani, Secretary General of the African Supply Chain Confederation (ASCON). The Middle East conflict restructured Africa’s import costs permanently. From Cairo to Cape Town and Accra to Kinshasa, no business was untouched. Africa’s supply chain leaders must now act – before the next disruption arrives. When Hamas attacked Israel in October 2023, African […]
Windhoek workshop unlocks oil and gas opportunities for local businesses
The recently concluded 2-day Upstream Oil and Gas Suppliers’ Workshop held in Windhoek provided a platform for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to better understand the oil and gas landscape FNB Namibia, RMB Namibia, the Petroleum Training and Education Fund (PETROFUND), and the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) hosted the event with over […]
Windhoek workshop unlocks oil and gas opportunities for local businesses
The recently concluded 2-day Upstream Oil and Gas Suppliers’ Workshop held in Windhoek provided a platform for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to better understand the oil and gas landscape FNB Namibia, RMB Namibia, the Petroleum Training and Education Fund (PETROFUND), and the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) hosted the event with over […]
Staff changes made at central bank
The Bank of Namibia (BoN) hereby announces a series of senior leadership promotions and re-designations, reflecting its continued commitment to institutional strength, leadership continuity, and strategic agility. These changes follow the recent appointment of the Deputy Governor, Nicholas Mukasa, and are further necessitated by leadership movements within the management structure, including the appointment of Florette...
RA fraud trial awaits PG decision
Iuze Mukube The trial of Grant Cloete and Richard Milinga, who are accused of fraud in relation to the N$3.2 million weighbridge scandal, has been set down to wait for Prosecutor General Martha Imalwa’s decision. Cloete, an employee of SA Scale Company, and his co-accused, Roads Authority (RA) divisional manager Milinga, each face a charge...
MTC enhances network at Rössing mine to modernize mining operations
Telecommunications company, MTC, handed over a private Long-Term Evolution (LTE) network to Rössing mine to modernise mining operations. The deployment introduces four dedicated LTE sites to expand the network and deliver enhanced mobile voice and high-speed data connectivity in key operational zones. As mining operations become increasingly complex and data-driven, the need for robust, site-specific […]
Hosea Kutako expansion to cost up to N$5 billion
The Namibia Airports Company is advancing plans to expand Hosea Kutako International Airport, with preliminary cost estimates ranging from N$4 billion to N$5 billion. Chief executive Bisey Uirab says the project remains at the study stage, with ongoing engagements expected to inform final investment decisions and timelines. “That process is going well. We are still […] The post Hosea Kutako expansion to cost up to N$5 billion appeared first on The Namibian .
New coins are ‘rusting’ …BoN says coin damage not a production issue
Allexer Namundjembo The Bank of Namibia (BoN) says deterioration of new coins in circulation can be influenced by factors beyond production quality. This follows concerns from the public that some of the country’s new coins show signs of corrosion after exposure to water. The coins have been in circulation for less than a year. The […]
Aviation identified as key driver of Africa’s growth
The chief executive officer of the Namibia Airports Company (NAC), Bisey /Uirab says aviation remains a key driver of economic growth, regional integration and global connectivity across Africa.
BoN makes changes to its senior leadership
The Bank of Namibia (BoN) has announced changes to its senior leadership, including promotions and new role assignments.
Why social impact assessment must guide Namibia’s extractive future
Namibia is entering a defining extractive moment. From offshore oil and gas discoveries to renewed mining expansion, the country is experiencing a surge of resource interest that promises revenue, jobs and global repositioning.
Upcoming Namibia–EU Business Forum to spotlight investment and trade opportunities
Staff Reporter THE Second Namibia–European Union (EU) Business Forum is set to take place in Windhoek from 11 to 13 May 2026. The forum will be held under the theme “Towards stronger, greener and more diversified economies: catalysing business and trade opportunities between the EU and Namibia.” It is expected to bring together approximately 400 ... The post Upcoming Namibia–EU Business Forum to spotlight investment and trade opportunities appeared first on Informanté .
Northern livestock auctions expose quality gap
Livestock auctions in the northern communal areas (NCAs) generate income for farmers, but poor animal condition and limited market knowledge are reducing earnings, agriculture officials say. Immanuel Eelu, a senior official in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform at Eenhana, says there is a critical need for training in livestock production and […] The post Northern livestock auctions expose quality gap appeared first on The Namibian .
Why a Sintana NSX listing would be a gamechanger for every Namibian
By Esron AndjambaIntern: Marketing and Communications. The buzz surrounding Namibia’s burgeoning energy sector is impossible to ignore. From the boardrooms of Windhoek to the shores of Lüderitz, the conversation is dominated by the massive offshore discoveries in the Orange Basin. For a long time, however, these conversations felt like they belonged to international giants and […]
Challenging Goals vs Unrealistic Goals
ONE of the most basic tips to strategic goal setting is to deliberately set goals that are beyond your current capabilities and abilities.In other words, do not set goals based on what you can or cannot do at the current state in time. The reason for this is that the goal must require a higher, […] The post Challenging Goals vs Unrealistic Goals appeared first on The Namibian .
Capricorn Private Wealth debuts Namibia’s first Polo showcase
Capricorn Private Wealth recently made history by sponsoring Namibia’s very first polo showcase. The event took place at the La Muela Polo Estate, located south of Windhoek. Bank Windhoek’s Managing Director, James Chapman, said that through Capricorn Private Wealth, Bank Windhoek and Capricorn Asset Management combine deep local insight with investment expertise to support clients’ […]
Yango launches new app in ChatGPT
Yango Ride, the ride-hailing service from global technological company Yango Group, has launched an official app in ChatGPT to enable users to plan routes and rides directly within the conversation. The rollout will cover over 25 countries, including regions from the Middle East and South Asia to Africa and Latin America. According to the Group, […]
“Handmade economy” booms as youth embrace immersive heritage
TAIYUAN, April 23 — In an ancient courtyard in Xinzhou City, north China’s relic-rich Shanxi…
Namibia – EU business forum launched
The 2nd Namibia–European Union (EU) Business Forum will take place from 12 to 13 May in Windhoek, attracting approximately 400 high-level participants. This event builds on the inaugural Business Forum held in Brussels in 2023. It carries the theme: “Towards Stronger, Greener, and More Diversified Economies: Catalyzing Business and Trade Opportunities between the EU and […]
CRAN expands rural connectivity with N$42.1 million Universal Service Fund rollout
Staff Reporter THE Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has announced continued progress in expanding rural and underserved connectivity under Phase 2 of the Universal Service Fund (USF), with N$42.1 million allocated to Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) and Telecom Namibia to roll out infrastructure aligned with the Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6) targets of increasing ... The post CRAN expands rural connectivity with N$42.1 million Universal Service Fund rollout a
Omafuma manene ohaa dimi …ngoloneya waHangwena novanangeshefa ve likunda
Abraham Mwanyekange Ngoloneya woshitukulwa Ohangwena Kadiva Hamutumwa okwa kala omutumba novanangeshefa vomoshitukulwa shaye, ovo ve li oilyo yoNamibia Local Business Association (Naloba) osho yo Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI). Omutumba owa ningwa opo va tale nghene ve na okulongela kumwe vo va yambule po eliko lOhangwena. Omutumba okwa li wa kundafana unene omaupyakadi...
Bank Windhoek honours northern motor industry
Bank Windhoek recently recognised top-performing dealer partners at the Northern Selekt Sales Awards Ceremony, underscoring renewed momentum in Namibia’s vehicle market and the Bank’s focus on responsible finance that helps households move and businesses grow across Northern Namibia. The awards event, held on Wednesday, 15 April 2026, in Oshakati, recognised dealerships and sales professionals who...
OBSERVER COASTAL | Businesses taught how to handle trade disputes
Renthia Kaimbi A three-day workshop on the dispute settlement mechanism under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) ended in Swakopmund, with organisers saying it will help Namibian businesses handle trade disputes and take part in continental trade. The workshop was hosted by the Ministry of International Relations and Trade with the AfCFTA Secretariat. It […]
Hospitality association raises concern over scrutiny of JV tourism model
Staff Reporter EXCLUSIVITY in Namibia’s joint venture (JV) tourism model has come under scrutiny, with the Hospitality Association of Namibia (HAN) warning that any move to question this principle could undermine investment, conservation efforts, and community livelihoods in the sector. HAN Chief Executive Officer, Gitta Paetzhold, said exclusivity remains a key component of the model, ... The post Hospitality association raises concern over scrutiny of JV tourism model appeared first on Informa
CPBN introduces revised procedures for the appointment of Bid Evaluation Committee members
Staff Reporter THE Central Procurement Board of Namibia (CPBN) has introduced strengthened procedures governing the appointment of Bid Evaluation Committee (BEC) members, as part of ongoing efforts to improve service delivery and strengthen transparency and accountability in public procurement. Section 9(i) of the Public Procurement Act, 15 of 2015, as amended, empowers the Board to ... The post CPBN introduces revised procedures for the appointment of Bid Evaluation Committee members appeared f
Fossil fuels are driving a cost crisis for households, business and nations
By Simon Stiell, United Nations Climate Chief. The impacts are reverberating around the world. As global energy markets are shaken by conflict and instability, rising prices for fuel, food, and basic goods are eroding household purchasing power and straining economies everywhere. War in the Middle East has exposed a brutal truth: fossil fuel dependency undermines […]
Standard Bank celebrates Earth Day with “Blue Roots” tree planting
Standard Bank Namibia, on Wednesday, took direct action against environmental degradation by planting indigenous trees through its Blue Roots Initiative. The tree-planting exercise coincided with global Earth Day commemorations under the theme “Our Power, Our Planet”, underscoring the role institutions, businesses, and individuals play in protecting the natural systems that sustain life and livelihoods. The […]
Relaunched Erongo Water Forum highlights water security as key to development
Following its recent relaunch, the Erongo Water Forum has emphasized that water security is the backbone of national progress. To kick off their renewed mandate, forum delegates recently conducted a familiarization tour of the Erongo Desalination Plant, hosted by Orano Mining Namibia. Chairperson of the Erongo Regional Council and Karibib Constituency Councillor, Lazarus Kanelombe, said […]
Windhoek building approvals rise in volume but drop in value
The City of Windhoek recorded a surge in the number of building plans approved in March, though the total monetary value of those projects has seen a decline. The municipal authority approved a total of 192 building plans worth N$100.1 million in March, 42 approvals more than that recorded in February. Despite the increase in […]
3rd Cyber Security session slated for next week
The Namibia Scientific Society will host its third session of its Cyber Security for Small Businesses talk series, on 28 April at 19:00 at their headquarters in Windhoek. The society said the sessions open to the public are designed specifically for all Namibians who want practical, non-technical guidance that can be applied immediately, and they […]
Dubai International Financial Centre to become world’s first AI-native
The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) on Tuesday announced its intention of becoming the world’s first AI-Native financial centre. The centre will be incorporated at the foundational level across legal and regulatory frameworks, business operations, talent development systems, ecosystem infrastructure, and the district’s physical environment. The Native AI programme is expected to generate US$3.5 billion […]