The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) last week conducted a one-day media workshop to help journalists improve their reporting of financial information. The workshop was held in partnership with the Witwatersrand Centre for Journalism under the theme “Mastering the art of storytelling with numbers.” The training was facilitated by Gillian Jones from Johannesburg, with more...
The fallout from a recent cyberattack on the Namibia Airports Company (NAC) has escalated sharply, with confirmation that illegally obtained data has been released on the dark web by the shadowy INC Ransomware Group. The recent cyber breach, which has renewed calls for increased cyber security in the country’s digital infrastructure, involves a potentially wide-ranging...
NovaNam, a Namibian vertically integrated fishing company, has successfully renewed its FISH Standard for Crew certification, an international certification that recognises safe, fair and ethical labour practices on board its fishing vessels. NovaNam’s fleet in Namibia, operating out of the ports of Lüderitz and Walvis Bay, consists of two freezer trawlers and five wet fish...
Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah last week launched a new national plan aimed at improving how money is sent and received across the country. The plan, known as the National Payment System (NPS) Vision and Strategy 2030, was developed by the Bank of Namibia in partnership with the Payment Association of Namibia. It sets out how...
A new chapter has commenced for Namibia’s business community following the election of Vetumbuavi Mungunda as president of the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI). The leadership transition, confirmed at the chamber’s Annual General Meeting on 27 March 2026 at the Hilton Hotel Windhoek, signals a decisive shift toward a more assertive and inclusive...
Namibia’s National Oil Storage Facility (NOSF), situated on the outskirts of Walvis Bay, stands tall as one of the country’s most ambitious and strategically significant infrastructure investments. Built at a cost of roughly N$6.5 billion and designed to hold up to 75 million litres of fuel, the facility represents far more than a storage depot....
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa in Namibia has honoured 129 long-serving employees at its 2026 Long Service Awards, marking the highest number of staff recognised since 2022. The awards celebrate workers who have dedicated years of service to the company, ranging from five to 35 years. A highlight of the event was the recognition of 11 employees...
Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah on Tuesday defended the 2026/27 national budget, saying it strikes a careful balance between fiscal consolidation and economic support while safeguarding social spending and promoting sustainable growth. Responding to concerns raised by Members of Parliament during the second reading of the Appropriation Bill, Shafudah emphasised that the budget does not introduce...
The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) has emphasised the importance of data-driven planning, noting that accurate statistics are critical to effective national development and service delivery. NSA spokesperson Iipumbu Sakaria, during an information sharing session on Tuesday, said Namibia’s demographic data reveal key trends that should inform policy and planning, including rapid urbanisation, high unemployment, and...
The Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) yesterday launched a new financing product to increase access to credit for women-owned businesses. The product, called DBN for Her, is designed to address a long-standing funding gap for women entrepreneurs. Speaking at the launch, DBN acting chief investment officer Cliffy Nauses said the initiative is part of its...