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Forged in the Mines: The Union that Helped Liberate Namibia
By: Poco-Key Mberiuan Union membership is not just a legacy of Namibia’s past—it is a living force for justice, dignity, and economic empowerment today. As Namibia continues to confront inequality, unemployment, and the pressures of a globalised…
Domestic Capital Mostly Invested in Listed Equities and Debt
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Most of the country’s N$289.9 billion capital that is deployed domestically through investment managers is invested in listed equities (shares) and debt instruments as of 31 March 2025, according to the Namfisa 2025 First Quarter…
Councilor Calls on Corporates to Uplift Local Communities
By: Annakleta Haikera Rundu Urban Constituency Councilor Vicky Kauma has called on corporate companies to support vulnerable communities, especially those affected by disasters, such as fire outbreaks that have become increasingly common in informal settlements. Kauma made…
To Unleash Namibia’s Potential, Prioritize Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise Growth (Opinion)
By: Josef Sheehama The Namibian government relies heavily on Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to drive competitiveness and inclusive growth. Closing the finance gap for MSMEs is crucial for improving productivity, fostering long-term growth, and creating better jobs. The…
Livestock & Rangeland Management
By: Erastus Ngaruka Livestock production in Namibia primarily includes cattle, sheep and goats. Essentially, the management practices implemented to ensure optimal performance and productivity focus on their health, nutrition and welfare among other aspects. Livestock health is one…
Namdia Pushes for Larger Share of Rough Diamonds
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The Namibia Desert Diamonds (Namdia) believes the country can earn significantly more from its diamond resources if the company is granted access to a larger share of rough diamonds. In its latest quarterly report, released…
48 Countries Submit AfCFTA Tariff Concessions
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Forty-eight out of the 54 African Union member states have submitted their tariff concession offers under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), according to updates verified by the AfCFTA Secretariat as of May 2025. …
Rising Debt Increases Fiscal Risk for Low-Income Nations
By: Nghilunanye Petrus The World Bank has warned that developing countries — including Namibia — face growing fiscal threats as government borrowing surges and international aid declines. In its latest report, Fiscal Vulnerabilities in Low-Income Countries, the…
Azzurri Outclass Namibia in Windhoek
By: Hee-Dee Walenga Namibia suffered a heavy 73–6 defeat to Italy in a test match at the Hage Geingob Stadium on Friday afternoon. The match marked Namibia’s final warm-up fixture ahead of the upcoming Rugby Africa Cup…
How Updating Retirement Annuity Beneficiaries Protects Your Legacy
By: Shali Ekandjo In the sphere of financial planning, few actions are as straightforward yet significant as routinely updating the beneficiaries of your retirement annuity (RA). This simple step ensures that your hard-earned assets are distributed in line…