The global economy is expected to contend with slower economic growth in 2023, according to Rand Merchant Bank’s (RMB) Africa Year-Ahead Outlook.
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International ride-hailing service launches in Namibia
Yango, an international service for ordering rides online, has announced its launch in Windhoek, making Namibia the eleventh African country where Yango is available.
Business registrations down by 7.3% in 2022
The Business and Intellectual Property Authority (BIPA) announced the performance of newly registered business entities for 2022, with the authority stating it observed a decline in overall business registrations by 7.3%, compared to the 2021 calendar year.
Re-election at petroleum operators’ association
The Namibia Petroleum Operators Association (Nampoa) will again be spearheaded by general manager for the Norwegian oil company BW Kudu, Klaus Endresen. This is as the association re-elected Endresen as the chairperson of the association.
Schlettwein: Agri sector must be better resourced
Agriculture minister Calle Schlettwein said if Namibia is serious with the agricultural sector as the driver for economic growth, then much more still needs to be done for the sector.
Hunting benefits women in wildlife politics
Historically, African women have been said to be shy to take up leadership roles in almost all walks of life but the 21st century has seen the emergence of women leaders and voices in almost all sectors.
Flood wreaks havoc in Ohangwena
Torrential downpours that have caused flooding in the northern regions, exacerbated already challenging living conditions of mostly vulnerable families in flood-prone areas as many faces increasingly uncertain futures.
Cost causes private school exodus
Despite the endless challenges plaguing most public schools, including limited resources and bulging learner numbers per teacher, many parents have opted their children out of expensive private schools to State schools.
Otjimbingwe hosts historic Ovaherero chief vote
Thousands of Ovaherero Traditional Authority loyalists and spectators will have their eyes squarely fixed on Erongo’s Otjimbingwe settlement to witness the election and coronation of OTA’s ombara otjitambi (paramount chief).
Nudo not Swapo’s side chick – Kauandenge
National Unity Democratic Organisation has blasted critics who label the party as a ‘Swapo side chick for its purported close links and cooperation with the ruling party.