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Month: December 2024

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Namibia

BIG Coalition Applauds Nandi-Ndaitwa and Advocates for Universal Basic Income Grant

The Basic Income Grant Coalition of Namibia has congratulated President-elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwa on her election as the country's first female president. The coalition continues to advocate for the implementation of a Universal Basic Income Grant for all Namibians, emphasizing its importance in addressing poverty, unemployment, and economic inequality. Here's the coalition's Breschnev Katjito:

today6 December, 2024

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Business / Economics

Bank Windhoek Offers Tips for Buying a Car

In a bid to help customers make informed vehicle purchases, Bank Windhoek has shared key tips for buying a car. From deciding between new and pre-owned options to budgeting for ongoing costs, the bank’s Vehicle Finance Branch Manager, Amanda Von Wielligh, encourages buyers to do thorough research and carefully assess their affordability. The bank also offers financing solutions to assist with vehicle purchases, ensuring a smooth and financially sound buying […]

today6 December, 2024

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Interview Transcripts

INTERVIEW: BIG Coalition Member: Breschneff Katjito Criticizes Government’s Conditional Basic Income Grant

  December 6, 2024 Breschneff Katjito, a prominent member of the Universal Basic Income Grant (BIG) Coalition, has voiced strong disappointment with the government's handling of the Conditional Basic Income Grant, highlighting concerns over its restrictive nature and limited reach. In a candid statement, Katjito emphasized that the conditional grant, which aims to alleviate poverty by providing a small cash amount, has been riddled with bureaucratic hurdles. He criticized the […]

today6 December, 2024

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South Africa

S.A Deputy President Urges Citizens to Own Spaza Shops

South Africa's Deputy president Paul Mashatile says while the government wants to see South Africans owning most spaza shops, he cautioned against the registration of these businesses for illegal immigrants. Government has directed that all spaza shops and food handling facilities be registered by next Sunday. This comes amid a foodborne outbreak that has killed over 20 children in the country. Answering questions in the National Council of Provinces yesterday, […]

today6 December, 2024

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Africa

Italy and African Development Bank Seal €400 Million Deal

Italian state lender CDP and the African Development Bank signed a €400 million roughly US$420 million co-financing agreement on Thursday to support climate finance, sustainable agriculture, education, and technical assistance. The deal, which was finalized during the AfDB's Africa Investment Forum in Rabat, is part of Italy’s €6 billion Mattei plan aimed at boosting African development.

today6 December, 2024

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Africa

Botswana’s Central Bank Holds Interest Rate Steady

  CNBCAfrica reports that Botswana’s central bank has decided to keep its main lending rate at 1.90% on Thursday, citing expectations that the economy will remain below capacity and not generate inflationary pressures due to a downturn in the global diamond market. This marks the second consecutive meeting where the rate has been left unchanged. The rate is applied through a seven-day instrument.

today6 December, 2024