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Opinion: Start the year on the right financial foot
By: Laurencia Prinzonsky The new year is a great opportunity to take control of your finances and set yourself up for long-term stability. Here are 10 actionable tips to get your budgeting and financial planning on track: Review your…
Starting Life with Debt is Taxing, Says NANSO
Dolly Menas The Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund’s (NSFAF) recent recovery of N$17 million in student loans, hailed by the organisation as a significant achievement, has reignited debates about the need for fundamental reforms in Namibia’s higher education…
Opinion: The Year of Expectations: Reflecting 2024 Economic State, Building Future Growth
By: Josef Kefas Sheehama As 2024 draws to a close, Namibia’s economic outlook demonstrates tenacity in the face of adversity. This year brought to light the challenges of restoring stability in a world that is changing quickly, from the…
Opinion: Collective Bargaining and National Politics, the Namibian Context
By: Filleppuss George Ampweya Collective bargaining and national politics are two fundamental forces that, when intertwined effectively, hold the potential to address social ills and socioeconomic problems in Namibia. By examining these democratic phenomena closely, we can uncover a…
Over 2,500 Athletes and Volunteers to Partake in AUSC Region 5 Youth Games
By: Hee-Dee Walenga For the past fortnight, delegates from all member nations of the African Union Sports Council (AUSC) have gathered in Namibia to finalise plans for the Region 5 Youth Games, which will be hosted in Namibia…
Next NAMITVEST Dividend Payout in Q1 of 2025
By: Kavee Vezemburuka NAMITVEST, which holds a 25% stake in the Namibia Mineworkers Investment Holdings Company (NAM-MIC), has announced that the next dividend payouts will occur in the first quarter of 2025. Eligible subscribers include those who have…
Construction Sector Shows Resilience Amid Fluctuations
By: Justicia Shipena The construction sector continues to demonstrate resilience, with steady growth in the value of building plans approved in November, reflecting increasing demand despite fluctuations. According to IJG Securities’ latest report, “Namibia’s building sector continues to…
Namibia Appeals to ICJ to Safeguard Human Rights Amid Climate Crisis
By: Dwight Links Namibia has appealed to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, emphasising the urgent need to address environmental degradation and its impact on human rights. The country’s oral statement was delivered by its…
Lack of Data Sharing Legislation Hindering Economic Growth
By: Dwight Links The absence of comprehensive legislation to facilitate data sharing between public and private stakeholders is posing significant economic challenges in Namibia and globally. This was highlighted by Hennock Immanuel from the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA)…
Opinion: Embrace the Festive Season with Financial Mindfulness
By: Wendy Naruses The festive season often comes with a double-edged sword of joy and financial strain. As we approach this special time, it’s worth reflecting on how we can embrace the season’s spirit of celebration without falling into…