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Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Nigeria and Zimbabwe Advance Mineral Beneficiation

Mining Ministries from Zimbabwe, Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) showcased measures driving beneficiation of mineral resources during the Ministerial Forum held today at African Mining Week 2025 in Cape Town. Louis Watum Kabamba, Minister of Mines, DRC said the country is prioritizing the development of special economic zones as part of its value addition strategy. “We have a one stop shop removing complications of fiscals and […]

2 October, 2025

APO International

Forum Invest in Senegal 2025 (Fii Senegal 2025), Positioning Senegal as Africa’s Next Digital Hub

As global attention shifts toward Africa’s digital potential, Senegal is emerging as a hub for next-generation technology and investment. With the recent launch of its new digital strategy, the ‘New Deal Technologique’, and a landmark US$10 million partnership formalised with the Gates Foundation just days ago to advance digital transformation efforts, the country is signalling that digital technology is firmly at the heart of national development and technological sovereignty. […]

2 October, 2025

Namibia

Windhoek hosts 10th African Competition and Economic Regulation week

(Photo by Webber Wentzel via X) Windhoek is currently hosting the 10th African Competition and Economic Regulation Week at the Hilton Hotel, bringing together some of the continent’s leading regulators, academics, and practitioners. The two-day conference, held from 2 to 3 October, provides a platform for experts to present research, exchange ideas, and debate critical issues affecting competition and economic regulation across Africa. The event features high-level panels and keynote […]

2 October, 2025

Entertainment

Christian Polloni, renowned guitarist and producer, dies at 67

The music industry is mourning the loss of one of its most influential figures following the death of acclaimed guitarist and producer Christian Polloni, who passed away on Tuesday, 30 September 2025, at the age of 67. Born in Marseille, France, in 1958, Polloni made Namibia his home for more than 20 years. During this time, he became a cornerstone of the country’s music scene, producing celebrated works for artists […]

2 October, 2025

Namibia

Brand Namibia initiative gains momentum as government unveils progress update

Margareth Gustavo, the Executive: Competitiveness and Branding at Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT), in collaboration with the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB), has provided an update on the progress of the Brand Namibia initiative, a national effort aimed at positioning the country as one of the best destinations to live, visit, invest, and develop. According to Brand Namibia […]

2 October, 2025

Business / Economics

Interview: Prime Minister Ngurare’s National Youth Fund Launch Draws Mixed Reactions from Entrepreneurs

In response to the recent launch of the National Youth Development Fund by Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare in Windhoek, Frans Koita, business consultant at DKL Africa Consultants CC, shared insights on the allocation of funds to pilot-phase entrepreneurs. Koita highlighted that most of the 42 selected beneficiaries are involved in agricultural projects. “This is largely because the fund draws from three institutions: the Development Bank of Namibia (DBN), Agribank, […]

2 October, 2025

Business / Economics

Business Consultant Reacts to Launch of Youth Development Fund

Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare unveiled the National Youth Development Fund in Windhoek, providing concessional loans to support youth entrepreneurship. Frans Koita, business consultant at DKL Africa Consultants CC, observed that most of the 42 pilot-phase beneficiaries are engaged in agricultural projects supported by DBN, Agribank, and the Environmental Investment Fund, which emphasize sustainable and general agriculture.

2 October, 2025

Business / Economics

Volans-1X Well Yields New Hydrocarbon Find

The Volans-1X well in the Orange Basin produced the National Petroleum Corporation’s third hydrocarbon discovery, uncovering 26 metres of rich gas-condensate reservoirs. The find, made alongside partners Rhino Resources, Azule Energy, and Korres Investments, follows earlier discoveries at Sagittarius-1X and Capricornus-1X, says Paulo Coelho, Manager of Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations at NamCOR.

2 October, 2025

Business / Economics

Financial Sector Unites for Sustainable Finance

The Namibia Sustainable Finance Alliance was launched by the Bank of Namibia and key financial stakeholders to strengthen sustainability, climate resilience, and knowledge exchange within the financial system, says Naufiku Hamunime, Acting Deputy Director: Corporate Communications and Sustainability.

2 October, 2025