Category: Opinion
I Wish I Listened to My Mom
By: Kandjengo kaMkwaanyoka Observing young Angolan children selling in the streets of Windhoek brings back memories of my upbringing in Oshakati and living with my mother. It reinforces my belief that my mother was a true entrepreneur. Growing up…
Opinion: On Owning Your Digital Footprint
By: Nahenda Matheus I started working in the digital space while I was still studying. I remember managing a couple of social media accounts and charging little to nothing because I was still a student and during that…
Opinion: The Oil and Gas Sector and Local Content Policy
Tom Alweendo Entrepreneurs have to play a key role in the development of this industry. In addition to that, it should be clear that the goal for these resources is to spread the wealth to all Namibians. In addition to…
Opinion: Fuel and Electricity Prices Hike Could Accelerate Inflation
By: Josef Kefas Sheehama The surging costs of fuel and electricity in Namibia will undoubtedly pose challenges for all citizens, with the unemployed and lower-income individuals bearing the brunt of the burden. The impending hike in fuel prices,…
Opinion: Namibian Entrepreneurs in the Oil and Gas Industry
Tom Alweendo Good policies and frameworks are necessary for the development of the oil and gas industry, but even more important is that: Namibian entrepreneurs play a role and get involved in developing this sector. I had the pleasure of…
Opinion: Why Do We Need Debt?
By: Ludorf Iyambo I find myself pondering the nature of debt and its necessity. It’s a subject that weighs heavily on many Namibians, ensnared as they are in a cycle of indebtedness. Much of this debt, unfortunately, is…
Opinion: The Cross-Border Payment System’s Anatomy and Operations
By: Josef Kefas Sheehama Even though it usually causes people to feel more nervous, it’s critical to keep in mind that compliance, security, and safety are important in a world of highly sophisticated financial crime. The Bank of…
Opinion: Navigating Risk in Sub-Saharan Africa: Challenges and Opportunities
Horst Simon Sub-Saharan Africa, home to diverse cultures, abundant resources, and dynamic economies, is a region of immense potential. However, amidst its promise lies a landscape fraught with risks that demand attention and initiative-taking strategies. From political instability and…
Opinion: Transforming Namibia’s Economy with Effective Trade and Industrial Policies
By: Josef Kefas Sheehama To enhance Namibia’s potential growth rate, reforms must be put in place for the country’s economy to continue on a sustainable path. One of the main obstacles to Namibia’s industrial development, especially for small…
Opinion: Just Energy Transition – a Buzz or a Reality?
Dr. Reem El Sherif and Ruusa Nandago The Just Energy Transition (JET), a concept that has been buzzing in the world’s corridors, is nothing new and was initially coined in the 1980s. With that, one must ask – why are…