The sharp rises in the cost of fuel and electricity will hurt everyone in Namibia, but the unemployed and poor will be hardest-hit.
Author: Josef Kefas Sheehama (Josef Kefas Sheehama )
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Opinion – Local content: A catalyst for Namibia’s economic growth
On 16–18 April 2024 in Lüderitz, the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) and Antila Consultancy organised a local content oil and gas conference with the theme, ‘Empowering Namibia's Energy Ambitions by Connecting Industry and Indigenous Talent.’
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Opinion – Crossborder payment system’s anatomy and operations
Even though it usually causes people to feel more nervous, it is critical to keep in mind that compliance, security and safety are important in a world of highly sophisticated financial crime.
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Opinion – Transforming Namibia’s economy with effective trade and industrial policies
The political climate in Namibia is among the most tranquil and stable. In order to enhance Namibia's potential growth rate, reforms must be put in place for the country's economy to continue on a sustainable path.
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Opinion – SONA 2024: Economic recovery and growth, managing multiple headwinds
President Nangolo Mbumba delivered the State of the Nation Address on the 14 March 2024.
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Opinion – Include people with disabilities for economic growth
People with disabilities continue to face exclusion from the economy. We are excluded from employment, skills training, education, and other critical areas of development.
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Opinion – Reflections on Geingob’s economic legacy
Today, Namibia mourns the loss of one of its most influential leaders, Hage Geingob, Namibia's third president, who died on 4 February 2024 at the age of 82.
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The Year of Expectations: Converting uncertainty into opportunity
THIS time of year is always a welcome opportunity to reflect on what is most important. His Excellency Dr Hage G. Geingob, the President of the Republic of Namibia, has declared 2024 “The Year of Expectations”.
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Opinion – China’s high-quality development presents new opportunities for Namibia’s modernisation
As the world economy is facing a tough situation in 2023, with probably tougher prospects for 2024, China’s economic outlook carries global significance.
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Opinion – SMEs key to fighting unemployment, enhancing economic growth
SMEs play a crucial role in Namibia’s economic growth and development, especially when it comes to the creation of jobs, which remains a significant problem across the country.