Category: Opinion
Opinion: Navigating the Challenges in Namibian Aviation
By: Captain Nelson Tuhafeni Kalangula Aviation has dominated headlines in 2023, sparking debates, particularly on issues of racial discrimination. Disparities in opportunities, salary gaps, mentoring, and training have been notable points of contention. However, as we step into…
Being a Conservationist and Environmentally-Conscious Economist
By: Kandjengo kaMkwaanyoka Every evening, I wrestle with the urge to grab a broom and swat away the spider dangling from my room’s ceiling. It’s a struggle born of fear; fear of spiders and other bugs that have…
Opinion: Bank of Namibia expected to cut repo rate by 25bps as inflation cools
By: Josef Kefas Sheehama The Bank of Namibia is expected to cut its Repo Rate by 0.25 basis points today, which would bring its key lending rate to 7.50% and the prime rate to 11.25%. This means, Namibia…
Opinion: Political Reverence Will Be the End of Us
Concerned Citizen I am not particularly fond of soccer; at least my enthusiasm for the sport pales in comparison to that of most of my friends. What I find intriguing is how, during a football match, my friends…
Opinion: We Urgently Need Financially Literate Youth
By: Joseph Jeremia While Namibia boasts a decent number of literate youths proficient in reading and writing, there is a glaring gap when it comes to financial literacy among our young population. But what does it mean to…
Unconventional Thoughts: Ombike, the Neglected Village Commodity
By: Kandjengo kaMkwaanyoka There have been two occasions when I have gotten drunk. Surprisingly, it wasn’t from beer, whiskey, or wine, but from ombike. Specifically, ombike yeendunga, the traditional gin made predominantly from palm fruit among others. My…
Opinion: From Policy To Practice: Amplifying the Role of Art in National Progress
By: Sarah Anghuwo “In Africa, art is not just a reflection of life; it’s a catalyst for change, a catalyst for progress, and a catalyst for hope.” – Wangari Maathai As we reflect on the vibrant tapestry of Namibia’s…
Budget 2024-25 Expectations: Empowering Youth, Essential Services, Agriculture, and Tax Reform
By: Josef Kefas Sheehama Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi is set to table the 2024-25 budget this month. The upcoming budget is not merely an annual financial statement but a crucial opportunity for the government to outline a roadmap…
Opinion: African Leaders Must Find Ways to Encourage Ongoing Oil and Gas Investments
By: Tom Alweendo As the 2023 U.N. Climate Change Conference, the 28th Conference of Parties (COP28) in Dubai drew to a close, the air was thick with determination among the 200 delegates. Acknowledging that the era of fossil…
Opinion: Trends for African telcos in 2024
By: Louis Avenant Africa’s vibrant telco sector is set for a bumper year in 2024 as it expands operations and broadens service offerings to meet the needs of an increasingly digital-savvy customer base. Industry projections estimate the African…