Business

Ekandjo Joins Continental Council

Windhoek: Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC)’s Brand, Marketing, Communications and Sustainability Officer, Tim Ekandjo, has been appointed to a newly established pan-African Creative Council tasked with strengthening how Africa tells its story t…

Basic Services Key to Okongo’s Growth: Lebeus

Okongo: Chairperson of the Ohangwena Regional Council, Efraim Lebeus, emphasized that access to basic services will be central to Okongo’s growth as the village sets its development priorities under the newly launched five-year strategic plan for 2025…

Namibia Unveils Strategy to Enhance National Payment System

Windhoek: Namibia on Thursday launched its National Payment System (NPS) Vision and Strategy 2030, aimed at strengthening digital financial infrastructure and expanding inclusive economic participation. The launch was hosted by the Bank of Namibia (Bo…

Small Scale Miners Embrace Gemstone Training to Boost Livelihoods

Karibib: A group of small-scale miners from the Neu-Schwaben area is set to undergo specialised training in gemstone cutting and polishing at the Karibib Gemstone Polishing Centre. Nine miners from the area are among 28 trainees selected nationwide to…

BoN Signs Gold Purchase Agreement with Navachab Mine

Windhoek: The Bank of Namibia (BoN) has signed a gold purchase agreement with QKR Namibia Navachab Gold Mine in efforts to strengthen the country’s foreign reserve position and enhance economic resilience. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the central…

Budget Safeguards Growth and Social Spending: Shafudah

Windhoek: Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah on Tuesday defended the 2026/27 national budget, saying it strikes a careful balance between fiscal consolidation and economic support while safeguarding social spending and promoting sustainable growth.

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