In partnership with Rent-a-Drum, Capricorn Group promotes sustainability by launching its 4R Sustainability Campaign. Initiated at the beginning of the year, the campaign stresses the principles of rethink, reduce, reuse and recycle. It encourages people to choose wisely when handling their office and household waste. Through this initiative, Capricorn Group employees actively participate in activities...
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Namcor and partners strike hydrocarbons at Sagittarius
The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor), on behalf of the PEL 85 joint venture partners Rhino Resources this week announced the completion of drilling operations for an exploration well in the Orange basin. With drilling operations on the Sagittarius-1X well now concluded, the drillship has moved to the next well in the campaign, Capricornus-1X,...
Critical Minerals aim to unlock continent’s potential
The Critical Minerals Africa Group (CMAG), the advocacy group seeking to foster deeper relations between Africa and global markets, and put Africa at the heart of international discussions surrounding critical mineral’s policy, is proud to have co-hosted a side-event with the Africa Finance Corporation at the Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town. Chaired...
New report highlights Africa’s strengthening economic growth
Africa’s economic performance is showing signs of improvement but remains vulnerable to global shocks, according to the 2025 Macroeconomic Performance and Outlook (MEO) report released by the African Development Bank on Friday. The report, unveiled on the sidelines of the 38th Ordinary Session of the African Union Assembly in Addis Ababa, projects real GDP growth...
TotalEnergies, allies to drive Africa’s clean energy
United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) clean energy leader Masdar, the decarbonisation arm of 2PointZero EPointZero and TotalEnergies, have signed a Framework for Action (FFA). The agreement will drive access to clean energy in emerging markets and developing economies in Africa and Asia. 2PointZero is a transformational global investment platform. The agreement follows UAE president Sheikh Mohamed...
Visa-free movement crucial for Africa’s economic integration
On the sidelines of the 38th African Union Summit, African leaders discussed obstacles to the continent’s economic integration, underscoring visa-free movement to reduce illegal migration and strengthen official travel channels. The high-level dialogue, convened by the African Development Bank Group and the African Union Commission alongside the AU Summit, brought together trade ministers and business...
ECB concerned about lack of subsidy claims …as electricity distributors claimed only N$90m for relief
Responding to a massive public outcry on the persistent increase in electricity tariffs, government last year lent a much-needed helping hand and provided N$365 million subsidy for 2024/25. This injection of capital relief was intended to ease the rapidly-escalating cost of living for struggling Namibians. However, Electricity Control Board CEO Robert Kahimise yesterday disclosed that...
Xi says private sector challenges ‘surmountable’
BEIJING – Chinese president Xi Jinping yesterday said challenges facing the country’s embattled private sector were “surmountable”, as he met with top business leaders, including Alibaba co-founder Jack Ma. Since coming to power more than a decade ago, Xi has strengthened the role of state enterprises in the world’s second-largest economy, and waged crackdowns on...
Hollard Namibia unveils new offering
Short-term insurer Hollard Namibia last week launched its new car and home insurance offering at a function in Windhoek. Titled ‘No. 1 recognises No. 1’, the function profiled Hollard’s new product line and featured a discussion with Tatjana Smith, one of the world’s top female swimmers. Following a minute of silence in respect of the...
Windhoek beer enters Kenyan market
Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) has launched Windhoek beer in the Kenyan market. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in NBL’s ongoing efforts to expand its footprint, export its premium products, and develop its business across new markets. Windhoek beer, the iconic brand of NBL portfolio, renowned for its exceptional quality and rich heritage, is...









