Namibia Approves Central Securities Depository for Market Efficiency

The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority has greenlit Central Securities Depository Limited to operate as a central securities depository. Jointly owned by the Bank of Namibia and the Namibia Stock Exchange, CSD will centrally manage securities like shares and bonds electronically, aiming to boost trading efficiency, market participation, and liquidity. NAMFISA spokesperson Victoria Muranda shared the update.