Asian markets fluctuated yesterday after data showing China slipped into deflation compounded worries about the world number two economy’s faltering post-Covid recovery.
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African air cargo down 2.8% in June
The latest air cargo markets data for June 2023 from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) shows the smallest year-over-year contraction in demand since February 2022.
Iipumbu tells new boards to focus on economic revival
Trade minister Lucia Iipumbu has urged newly appointed board members and management at state-owned enterprises (SOEs) to focus on matters that drive economic revival. Speaking at Monday’s inauguration of board members, Iipumbu said there is no room nor time to waste on unimportant issues.
Botswana road drives Namibian opportunities
Botswana is moving at great speed to rehabilitate and fully commercialise the Nata-Maun-Mohembo road to ease the flow of goods and services between itself and neighbouring countries.
Helenius replaces Whyte
Finnish heavyweight Robert Helenius has stepped in at short notice to fight former world champion Anthony Joshua in London on Saturday after Dillian Whyte was ruled out by a dope test.
Reports: West Ham agree Maguire deal in principle
West Ham United have agreed a deal in principle with Premier League rivals Manchester United for England defender Harry Maguire, as the media reported yesterday.
Namases delights in netball and football
I grew up in a household of mostly girls. I was raised by my great-grandmother and aunt – may their souls rest in peace. It was not easy, but they made sure I had what I needed as a child.
Lack of policies haunt NFA
A lack of financial policies has left the Namibia Football Association (NFA) with no alternative but to await its members’ decision on alleged financial mismanagement by its Khomas Football Region (KFR) executive committee.
Life Fighters instal Mücke as consultant
Otjiwarongo-based Debmarine Premier League outfit Life Fighters has appointed Mark Mücke as the club’s football consultant, effective Tuesday.
Health passports back in stock
The health ministry has announced that more than one million ordinary health passports were at the general stores in Windhoek by the end of July, and that health facilities should submit their orders.









