Category: Opinion
Let Namibia’s Oil Discoveries Be a Blessing
By: John Steytler Namibia is on the cusp of a historic transformation with recent offshore oil discoveries; the country has the potential to become one of Africa’s major energy producers. In previous articles, wearing my economist’s hat, I spoke of…
It Often Begins With a Single Click
By: Tanya Hopker A staff member at a small business in Windhoek receives what looks like an urgent email from their bank. Within minutes, sensitive data is compromised—and the business is left scrambling to recover. Stories like this are becoming…
IUM Changing Lives and Reshaping Namibia’s Future
By: Stephanus Pombili The International University of Management (IUM) stands as one of Namibia’s most transformative institutions, dedicated to changing lives and reshaping the country’s socio-economic landscape through education, innovation, and leadership development. Since its establishment, IUM has defied…
Key Strategies for SMEs Lasting Financial Stability
By: Eddie King As the backbone of Namibia’s economy, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) fuel job creation and innovation and bring vital diversity to our markets. Effective financial management within these businesses is beneficial and essential for sustaining…
Namibia’s Economic Defence Mode in 2025
By: David Shoombe The founding fathers of the Namibian Constitution had a dream in mind to bring an end to Namibians’ struggles and end exploitation of all kinds, building a nation that is united, prosperous, having equal rights…
Know Your IUM Alumni Civil Servants
By: Stephanus Pombili The International University of Management (IUM) continues to prove its critics wrong by producing graduates who are not only employable, but also thriving in Namibia’s civil service. One shining example is Fimanekeni Pombili Phillipus,…
Know Your IUM Alumni Civil Servants
By: Stephanus Pombili The International University of Management (IUM) continues to prove its critics wrong by producing graduates who are not only employable, but also thriving in Namibia’s civil service. One shining example is Fimanekeni Pombili Phillipus,…
Enroll at IUM Eenhana Campus – Your Gateway to Excellence in 2026
By: Stephanus Pombili The International University of Management (IUM) Eenhana Campus invites all ambitious students, professionals, and lifelong learners to join its vibrant academic community of more than 1500 students for the 2026 academic year. As Namibia’s…
In Uncertain Times Investing Outcomes Trump Headlines
By: Neville Ntema Against the backdrop of global markets in flux, imagine an investor nervously scrolling through their phone, eyes darting over headlines filled with policy changes, geopolitical tensions, and consumer behaviour shifts. Each alert brings a fresh…
Namibia Lost 36 International Conferences This Year
By: Gerhard Van Der Merwe Despite launching the Namibia Convention Bureau last year to position our country as a destination for MICE – Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions, the country is still struggling to attract international conferences. …