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Financial literacy for the next generation: Preparing our youth for economic success
By: Joachim van Schalkwyk In an era of unparalleled financial complexity, where managing money has become a critical life skill, it is critical to ensure that the next generation is well-equipped to navigate the economic landscape. For good reason, the…
Guarding Your Finances: Understanding and Combating Financial Fraud in the Digital Age
By: Maria Samahina In today’s digital age, where financial transactions and personal information are increasingly digitised, the risk of falling victim to financial fraud has grown exponentially. Letshego Bank Namibia encourages Namibian citizens to remain vigilant and stay informed about…
It’s Hot Out There For a Vendor
By: Kandjengo kaMkwaanyoka They say you cannot truly understand something until you experience it firsthand. However, one doesn’t need to be a street vendor to grasp the challenging and precarious situation they endure in this relentless heat. From the bustling…
Namibian Phosphate Mining Faces Uncertainty … Developers Seek Government Guidance
By: Justicia Shipena The developers of a phosphate mining project in Namibia are seeking clear guidance from the government regarding the project’s future. Specifically, they are looking for direction on whether to proceed with its development or not. In a…
SOEs Bailouts Impacting Social Investments, says Shiimi
By: Justicia Shipena Finance and Public Enterprise Minister Ipumbu Shiimi has expressed concern that the continuous financial bailouts provided to state-owned enterprises are diverting resources from essential social investments. Shiimi raised the concern as he presented the mid-term budget review…
Water Director Apologises for Inoperable Boreholes … Urges Community Involvement
By: Annakleta Haikera The director of rural Water Supply and Sanitation Coordination in the Kavango West region, Ricardo Sikongo, has expressed his regrets for the hardship faced by residents due to the non-functional boreholes in the area. In response…
Namibia Faces N$4 Billion Revenue Loss from Undeclared Trade
By: Staff Writer Namibia has incurred potential revenue losses of N$4 billion over a three-year period due to undeclared trade transactions. This revelation emerged in a joint statement by the Bank of Namibia and the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) during…
Gabon, Niger, CAR, and Uganda to Be Removed from AGOA … African Leaders Contemplate AfCFTA
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The President of the United States of America, Joe Biden, has announced his intention to terminate the participation of Gabon, Niger, Uganda, and the Central African Republic in the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) trade program….
The Impact Of Collective Contributions For Sustainable Development
By: Joachim Komeheke The concept of sustainable development has evolved over the past decades. These changes are rooted in the global community’s numerous environmental and social awareness achievements. Namibia is an excellent example of how far we have come…
Revisiting Namibia’s Values and Justice System
By: Michael Saddam Amushelelo Unity, Liberty, and Justice. These are the principles inscribed on the Coat of Arms of our beloved Namibia. As a “born-free” child, I was taught our National Anthem and the colors of our flag, but I…