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By: Hertha Ekandjo Agribank has started its Arrears Relief Programme, offering clients a 100 percent write off on penalty interest, subject to specific conditions. The programme started in September 2025, designed to help clients who have fallen behind on loan repayment while supporting the bank’s recovery efforts. Agribank chief executive officer Raphael Karuaihe said on Friday that the application process will run for six months, from 2 February to 31 […]

By: Hertha Ekandjo Bank of Namibia Governor, Ebson Uanguta, has warned that climate change impacts and emerging financial risks pose a growing threat to Namibia’s economic stability. Uanguta made the remarks during an environmental stewardship and gender mainstreaming for state resilience meeting, convened by the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism. Uanguta also called for coordinated national action to strengthen resilience against these risks. He noted the impact of environmental […]

By: Hertha Ekandjo The Employment Equity Commission (EEC) has issued final orders against seven employers following Review Panel hearings held on 21 January 2026. Approved employers The following employers had their Affirmative Action (AA) Reports approved after corrective measures and successful mediation: Namibia Rotomould (Pty) Ltd (Okahandja) – approved after the employer acknowledged reporting deficiencies and submitted corrective documentation. Beefcor Meat Suppliers (Pty) Ltd – approved after missing documentation was […]

By: Hertha Ekandjo The Employment Equity Commission (EEC) has summoned 15 relevant employers to appear before a review panel for failing to comply with the provisions of the Affirmative Action (Employment) Act, Act No. 29 of 1998. The affected employers, defined as companies employing ten or more employees, were cited for deficiencies in their submitted Affirmative Action reports. According to the Commission, the review panel hearings will take place from […]