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From Diamonds to Beef: How U.S. Tariffs Could Push Namibia into Recession
By: Alina Mbango Namibia’s economic model is being tested like never before. The United States’ decision to impose 21% tariffs on Namibian exports has clogged the trading pipeline between the two countries, threatening to undo years of progress under the…
What Uranium One (Headspring Investments Rosatom) Means for Leonardville
Anton Geinub The Uranium One Group, a Russian company, is currently in the exploration phase for uranium mining in Leonardville, situated in the Omaheke Region. As the Chairperson of the Leonardville Youth Group and a young breadwinner for my family,…
Protect Yourself This Easter – Cybersecurity Tips from Meinert Cybersecurity
By: Meinert Cybersecurity While Easter in Namibia is a time for rest, reflection, and quality time with loved ones, it’s also a peak opportunity for cybercriminals. As people unplug from their routines and let their guards down, malicious…
The Role of Consulting Engineers in Namibia’s Economic and Infrastructure Development
Consulting engineers are pivotal to Namibia’s economic growth and infrastructure development. Their expertise drives the planning, design, and implementation of projects that improve the nation’s transportation networks and urban development. Infrastructure Development A primary contribution of consulting engineers in…
The Pothole Economy: Filling People’s Pockets
By: John Steytler With the blessed rains we have had since the beginning of the year, we have been lucky as Namibians. The whole country has been generously soaked, and not a moment too soon. Our roads are the only…
Avoiding financial default for SMEs
By: Eddie King Preventing default is vital for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that aim to maintain a healthy financial status and sustain long-term growth. The following are a few strategic approaches businesses can adopt to avoid financial distress: Business…
Primary Sector Slowed Namibia’s Economic Growth in 2024
By: Dwight Links Namibia’s economy slumped in comparison to its 2023 overall as a result of the negative growth that was witnessed by the Bank of Namibia (BoN) and its subsidiary, the Namibia Deposit Guarantee Authority (NDGA). The NDGA’s Florette…
Eligible Consumers to Import Power Directly by 2026 – ECB
By: Justicia Shipena Namibia’s energy sector is preparing to enter the next phase of market reform, which will allow eligible electricity consumers to import power directly by 2026. This announcement was made by Tjama Tjivikua, Deputy Board Chairperson of the…
Urgent Call to Upgrade Charlie Cutline Road
By: Annakleta Haikera Mpungu Constituency Councillor Titus Shiudifonya has called on the government to urgently upgrade the Charlie Cutline Road (D3446). The road is a key transport route serving more than 100 farming units. Shiudifonya made this call during…
Rundu Woman Thrive in Woodcraft Business
By: Annakleta Haikera In the heart of Rundu’s Sauyemwa settlement, a young woman is challenging gender stereotypes—one chisel at a time. At just 31 years old, Rozitha Kayowo Shilunda has carved out a name for herself in the traditionally male-dominated…