As we continue with last week’s column, the decision to take up a loan should be backed by thorough due diligence, and the economic returns should outweigh the total loan cost. Many businesses, as we know, rely to a lesser extent on borrowing funds. The selection and the management of debt are fundamental aspects of the management of any business and their impact on the business cash flow.
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Civil servants’ pay increase hamstrings Shiimi – economists
Through the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) publication, Robin Sherbourne said this year’s mid-year budget review was similar to last year’s one.nHe said it contains no major new policy announcements or surprises.
Namibia takes COP27 centre stage
The 27th conference of the parties (COP27) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change is an event that will allow nations to collaborate on how they can implement agreed climate goals under the Paris Agreement.
Diergaardt canes Krönlein teachers
Acting //Kharas chief regional officer Benedictus Diergaardt said teacher absenteeism negatively affects the quality of teaching and impacts learners in the process. He lashed out at teachers of Krönlein Primary School when delivering his speech during the educational institute’s50th anniversary last Friday in Keetmanshoop.
Namibia hails SADC cooperation in Mozambique
Namibia has extended its appreciation to SADC member states that contributed troops and personnel to the SADC Mission in Mozambique (SAMIM) and for the cooperation extended to the mission by the government of Mozambique.
Zambezi expectant mothers get shelter
Expectant mothers, who used to struggle for accommodation when the time to deliver approaches, can now breathe a sigh of relief following the inauguration of a new shelter at Katima Mulilo.
Police urge caution on Kavango West roads
Kavango West Namibian Police commander Julia Sakuwa-Neo has urged motorists to practice caution when driving. This comes in the wake of recent road accidents recorded in the region.
Lüderitz introduces pre-paid water meters
Lüderitz Town Council introduced new pre-paid water meters to the town’s residents, which will replace the conventional meters. The newly-introduced pre-paid water meters are said to be easier to operate while still being affordable, according to the town council’s spokesperson, Elwin !Gaoseb.
Presidency defers town hall meeting… as commentators slam timing of gathering
An unprecedented town hall meeting that was set to take place two days before Swapo’s elective congress has been postponed to next year because of perceptions the meeting would influence the outcomes of the ruling party’s landmark event.
Cheetah, union cement wage deal
The Mineworkers Union of Namibia (MUN) and Cheetah Cement yesterday reached a wage agreement to end the three-month strike that has crippled the Otjiwarongo-based plant.









