insert_link Business / Economics Swakopmund Hosts Global Policy Forum on Inclusive Finance Over 700 policymakers, regulators, and partners are set to convene in Swakopmund for the this year's Global Policy Forum, co-hosted by the Bank of Namibia. The four-day summit will focus on promoting inclusive finance across the region. Anielle Von Finckenstein, head of FNB Fiduciary at FirstRand Group Namibia: today29 August, 2025
insert_link Namibia The Namibian Marks 40 Years of Journalism The Namibian newspaper celebrates its 40th anniversary today. Since its founding in 1985, the paper has grown into the largest daily, known for independent and fearless reporting. Over four decades, it has documented the nation’s political, social, and economic developments while training generations of journalists. Our Angie Scholtz spoke with Editor-in-chief Tangeni Amupadhi: today29 August, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Finance Ministry Explores Innovative Approaches to Social Welfare The Ministry of Finance is exploring new ways to support vulnerable households beyond traditional cash grants, Finance Executive Director Dr. Michael Humavindu has revealed. The social welfare program currently supports pensioners, children, foster families, people with disabilities, and poorer households through grants, including a $690 per month conditional basic income grant. However, a recent reclassification by the World Bank showed that the poverty rate has risen from 18% to 22% […] today28 August, 2025
insert_link Namibia Abandoned border post housing project leaves materials exposed for three years Building materials meant for nine prefabricated houses at the Trans-Kalahari and Mamuno border post have remained exposed for three years after the contractor abandoned the project. According to NewsOnOne’s Josia Shigwedha, the National Council standing committee on home affairs, security, constitutional and legal affairs revealed this during follow-up visits to border posts. today28 August, 2025
insert_link Namibia NamPost clarifies rollout of National Social Welfare Cash Grant NamPost has moved to clear up uncertainties surrounding the National Social Welfare Cash Grant payments, set to begin in October. The payments will be distributed through NamPost post offices and mobile teams nationwide, according to spokesperson Gladwin Groenwaldt. today28 August, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Government to hold regional outreach on upstream local content policy Starting 1 September , the Petroleum Upstream Unit will engage stakeholders on the draft National Upstream Local Content Policy. Carlo McLeod, Presidential Special Advisor, says the program aims to guarantee that local citizens benefit from the oil and gas sector. today28 August, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Youth lag in tapping N$257 million fund, warns Sheehama Youth Participation, National Youth Fund, Youth Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Job Creation, Economic Growth, Business Skills, Mentorship, Youth Engagement, Startups, Financial Literacy, Business Planning, Young Entrepreneurs, Collateral-Free Loan, Youth Opportunities, Skill Development, Innovation, Youth Challenges, Civic Engagement, Future Leaders today27 August, 2025
insert_link Namibia Brakwater Struggle Kids Feel Forgotten on Heroes Day Residents of the Brakwater Camp Ndilimani, known as struggle kids, say Heroes Day no longer holds value for them. According to Josia Shigwedha, they contend that while independence came through immense sacrifice, they continue to face unemployment and poor living conditions, with little government support to change their situation. today27 August, 2025
insert_link Namibia Nandi-Ndaitwah Pushes Youth Fund, Slams Corruption President Nandi-Ndaitwah has announced that the Youth Development Fund will soon be launched to empower young citizens and create jobs. Speaking at Heroes Day in Katima Mulilo, she urged beneficiaries to pursue viable projects and warned against political favoritism. She reaffirmed her stance that corruption is “treason” and called for quality service delivery, while also paying tribute to the late Lt. Gen. Solomon Hawala, who will be laid to rest […] today27 August, 2025
