Price of chocolate expected to increase due to El Nino

U.S. chocolate makers are warning that record-high cocoa prices will push up the price of their products. It comes as the El Nino weather patterns are impacting cocoa yields in West Africa. Caroline Malone reports.

Written by: Tonata Kadhila

Chocolate Makers Cocoa Prices Cocoa Yields Economic Impact El Niño Food Industry U.S. Market West Africa

Tourism Board Calls for Informal Market Integration

4 February, 2026

Business / Economics

NIDA owes Keetmanshoop municipality nearly N$4.2 million

By: Hertha Ekandjo The Namibia Industrial Development Agency (NIDA) has confirmed that it owes the Keetmanshoop municipality approximately N$4.2 million in outstanding water and electricity charges as of end of January 2026. NIDA spokesperson, Wessel !Nanuseb, says the outstanding electricity bill currently amounts to N$2.8 million, while water stands at […]

3 February, 2026