The Ministry of International Relations and Trade (MIRT) in conjunction with the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy (MIME) is undertaking regional engagements with the Namibian business community, designed to facilitate Namibia’s integration into the continental trade framework under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). 

The upcoming business engagements are scheduled to take place in the Zambezi region, Kavango East region, and Kavango West region from Wednesday, 6 August 2025, to Friday, 8 August 2025. These sessions will be followed by engagements in the remaining regions of Namibia.

These engagements serve as a critical platform for direct dialogue between government officials and private sector, including SME’s, aimed at fostering mutual understanding, identifying export-ready businesses, and aligning policy measures to support Namibia’s active participation in the African continental market.

The regional engagement process underscores the ministries’ commitment to strengthening public-private sector collaboration and ensuring that Namibian businesses are fully prepared to capitalize on the opportunities presented by AfCFTA. Through these consultations, the Ministries seek to gather vital insights, address existing challenges, and promote the development of sustainable trade practices within the country.

This nationwide engagement process complements the recent launch of trade under AfCFTA which featured Namibia’s first export under the agreement, symbolizing the country’s readiness and commitment to deepening its integration into the continental market.