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Opinion: Economic Growth vs. Economic Development – Namibia’s Uneven Journey
By: Mike Oshoveli Namibia has immense resources and potential, but its progress tells a story of uneven benefits. While the economy has experienced growth, with industries like mining contributing significantly to the country’s GDP, this growth has not always…
Opinion: Namibia Needs Stronger Fiscal Discipline to Achieve Economic Prosperity by 2030
By: Josef Kefas Sheehama The new administration must lead the mandatory fiscal adjustment process by significantly and publicly reducing the cost of governance while Namibians wait for the inauguration of a new President. This could involve eliminating redundant roles,…
Distinguishing SMEs from Informal and Microenterprises
By: Pierre Mare The terms small and medium enterprises (SMEs), informal and microenterprises (IMEs) are often used interchangeably, but they are distinct categories of businesses with varying characteristics, particularly in areas such as finance, products, services, and training. Understanding…
The Power of Credibility
By: Jackson Kapilya Three years ago, in January, I received an unexpected email from a Human Resources professional in Botswana. They had an opening for a Health and Safety Advisor role and wanted to know if I would be…
Accelerating Virtual Licensing: Securing Namibia’s Digital Future (Part 2)
The Role of CRAN in Accelerating Virtual Licensing By: Gideon Kapuka The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) plays a critical role in shaping the country’s digital landscape, particularly in the realm of provisional virtual licensing. As the regulatory…
Nam Urged to Extend Visa-Exemption To Entrepreneurs
By: Dolly Menas, David Shoombe Local business analysts have urged the recently announced agreement for mutual visa exemption between Namibia and China to expand beyond diplomats. Currently, the agreement is only for diplomatic passport holders and service officials between…
Early Harvest of Watermelon, Butternut, and Maize at Okongo Farm
By: Loise Shiimi Many farming communities have struggled with pests and diseases, fearing they might lose their hard-earned harvest. However, this is not the case for Ohangwena farmer Shikonda Shivute. Shivute, the chairperson of the Okongo Horticulture and Agro-processing Association…
Farmers Lose 443 Cattle to Lumpy Skin Disease … 1,564 clinical cases reported as the disease spread to eight regions
By: Annakleta Haikera and Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Namibian Farmers have lost 443 cattle due to Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) to date, the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) has revealed. The disease, which was first reported in Otjozondjupa in June last…
Business Leaders Pay Tribute to Sam Nujoma
By: Dolly Menas Members of the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) have expressed their gratitude for the late President Sam Nujoma’s commitment to entrepreneurship, economic growth, and unity within the private sector. Director of SME Compete,…
Entrepreneurs Call for Female Financial Inclusivity
By: Uaueza Kanguatjivi Female entrepreneurs are calling for systemic transformation to ensure that women and marginalised groups gain greater access to economic opportunities. Despite 79.8% of eligible women now being financially included, surpassing the 76.1% of men, investment opportunities…