By Prof Marvin Awarab An innovative solution is a fresh or vastly enhanced concept, process, or item that successfully tackles a particular issue or obstacle, frequently by leveraging new technology or novel applications of preexisting ones. These solutions can be achieved by strategic execution, teamwork, and individual ingenuity to openContinue Reading
The Construction Industries Federation of Namibia (CIF), in partnership with the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS), the Lüderitz Waterfront Development Company, the Lüderitz Town Council, and FlyNamibia, has announced that registration is now open for the CIF Infrastructure Development Forum 2025. The event will take place from 14–16 October at the historic OldContinue Reading
By Hilma Niilonga Amukwiyu The Ministry of Finance announced the discontinuation of all discretionary payroll deductions for government employees with Payroll Deductions Management System (PDMS) scheduled to shut down on the 30 November 2025. The Ministry cited that some microlenders were relying to heavily on payroll safeguards rather than conductingContinue Reading
The emotional toll and financial losses caused by vishing scams are on the rise, leaving many Namibians feeling vulnerable and betrayed. In response, Standard Bank Namibia is taking decisive action to protect its clients and restore confidence in digital banking. Vishing, short for “voice phishing,” is a deceptive tactic whereContinue Reading
In a move that signals a new chapter for both his career and Namibia’s green energy ambitions, Mr. James Mnyupe, the founding head of the Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme, has announced his departure from the role and his subsequent appointment as Senior Vice President for Sub-Saharan Africa at the globalContinue Reading
By Bank Windhoek’s Chief Credit Officer, Eddie King As the backbone of Namibia’s economy, Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) fuel job creation and innovation and bring vital diversity to our markets. Effective financial management within these businesses is beneficial and essential for sustaining our economic health and resilience. Mastering theContinue Reading
… this is the third consecutive Namibian discovery Rhino Resources Ltd has announced a significant new hydrocarbon discovery at its Volans-1X exploration well in the prolific Orange Basin, marking its third consecutive find in the region and unveiling a promising new play type. The Volans-1X well, located in Petroleum ExplorationContinue Reading
Vice President Lucia Witbooi officially launched Model Auas Valley today, marking a transformative milestone for Namibian retail and heralding a new era of shopping excellence that will roll out nationwide over the next years. The launch event celebrates the unveiling of the country’s most advanced retail experience, representing O&L’s homecomingContinue Reading
The Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) has appointed Titus Ndove as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 November 2025. Ndove has over twenty years of experience in financial sector leadership, public sector management, and economic policy and brings a proven track record of advancing institutional excellence and national development. His academicContinue Reading
By Dr. John Steytler Namibia is on the cusp of a historic transformation with recent offshore oil discoveries; the country has the potential to become one of Africa’s major energy producers. In previous articles, wearing my economist’s hat, I spoke of the need to avoid the ‘resource curse’ and theContinue Reading
