Namibia’s hosting of the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) in 2024 stands as a strategic initiative in tackling Namibia’s socioeconomic challenges.
Author: Maihapa Ndjavera (Maihapa Ndjavera )
Namport concerned about businesses operating in silos
Namibian Ports Authority CEO Andrew Kanime shared his concern about the lack of collaboration between the industry and regulatory bodies as well as the lack of necessary infrastructure to help Namibia become the logistics hub it wants to be.
/Uirab: Global developments worrisome for Namibia
Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry president Bisey /Uirab yesterday said there is a trend emerging of developed countries that favour and actively promote protectionism and regionalism.
Construction industry awakens despite sluggish economy
During the first quarter of 2023, the economy grew by 5% compared to 7.3% recorded in the corresponding quarter of 2022.
PM: ‘NDP6 should create the Namibia we want’
Those tasked with crafting the country’s next development plan should adopt innovative approaches, while optimising coordination and cooperation amongst stakeholders.
Mnyupe: ‘Free carry’ will reduce competitiveness
Last week, government announced it would exercise its right to take up a 24% stake in the Hyphen Hydrogen Energy project at historical cost.
CRAN: Kunene least-covered region
The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia states that Namibia has observed a 6% increase in population coverage for 4G services during 2023.
Govt working tirelessly to avoid greylisting…Virtual Assets Bill introduced
Ministers have been working tirelessly the past months to ensure that the country meets the necessary requirements of the international watchdog, Financial Action Task Force, to avoid being greylisted.
Namfisa recovers N$2.2m for fleeced consumers
THE Namibian Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (Namfisa) recovered more than N$2.2 million on behalf of disgruntled consumers during the quarter ended 31 March 2023.
Shortages make local pork pricier
The shortage of pork on the local market due to a ban of imports from South Africa owing to the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease has pushed up prices for meat processors and consumers.