Author: David Shoombe
BRICS Positioning to Reshape World Order Amid the Global Shift
By: David Shoombe During the 18th BRICS Summit, member state leaders signalled a shift in global influence, positioning BRICS to reshape the world order. From the New Delhi Declaration to the speeches delivered by the leaders of the five…
Shortage of Skilled Workers in Namibia’s Green Hydrogen Sector Persists
By: David Shoombe The Africa Green Industries Summit, which took place in Swakopmund, highlighted an urgent need for Namibia’s green hydrogen sector to develop a well-trained and highly skilled Namibian workforce, if the industry is to achieve its…
2026 Mid-Term Budget Review: Public Awaits Budget Performance Numbers
By: David Shoombe With one month to go before October, Namibia’s ability to report on its developmental progress will be tested during the mid-term budget review. This review serves as a test of public financial accountability and demonstrates the…
NIPAM Trains Journalists on State Protocol Affairs
By: David Shoombe The clashes between journalists, state protocols, and executive protection have been a challenge in the African media space, making it difficult for both sides to carry out their work effectively. In order to bridge this gap…
Oil and Gas Alone Won’t End Poverty, Work and Skills Needed
By: David Shoombe International companies have gathered in Namibia to explore strategic partnerships and position themselves to benefit from the country’s newly discovered offshore wealth. However, Namibians are busy contemplating how they will benefit. The fourth National Oil and…
SADC Tired of Exporting Raw Minerals
By: David Shoombe The Southern African Development Community (SADC) heads of state have collectively consented that the continued dependence on external developers and partners and the export of raw materials slow down regional economic integration and rob SADC…
Constitutional Lawyers Launch Law and AfCFTA Book
By: David Shoombe The African Network of Constitutional Lawyers, the University of Namibia, in partnership with Konrad Adenauer Stiftung has launched a 24-chapter book titled “Constitutionalism, Sustainable Economic Development and the African Continental Free Trade Area: Prospects…
SA Anti-immigrant Protests Test Namibia-SA Economic Linkages
By: David Shoombe The relationship between Namibia and South Africa, shaped by a shared history and deep economic interdependence, continues to strengthen and influence the economic affairs of both states and the livelihoods of their citizens, particularly in…
Economics Professor: Value Addition Possible with Oil, Other Minerals Remain a Challenge
By: David Shoombe Namibia’s domestic economic pressures have highlighted the need to accelerate value addition and ensure that the benefits of mineral resources reach the people through value extraction. Commenting on the recently concluded 13th Mining Expo…
Transforming Namibia’s Financial System Key to Oil and Gas Success
By: David Shoombe The former Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo, has cautioned Namibia’s financial system to adapt to the economic landscape to accommodate Namibian businesses in the oil and gas sector. Speaking at the Bank of Namibia’s Oil…