insert_link NamibiaMillions Earmarked for Affordable Housing Push Plans to build more than 270 low-income houses in Windhoek’s informal settlements will cost around N$93 million, according to Governor Sam Nujoma. He shared the update during the State of the Region Address covered by NewsOnOne’s Envaalde Matheus. So far, 11 new homes worth N$2.7 million have already been completed under the upgrade scheme. today14 July, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsJobless Rate Surge Poses Tax Threat A spike in unemployment could severely shrink the tax base and weaken government revenue, warns a leading business and economics expert. In a recent interview, Josef Kefas Sheehama explained that fewer taxpayers mean lower collections and greater pressure on welfare spending. He says this cycle could drag down economic growth if urgent solutions aren’t found. today14 July, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsInterview: High Unemployment Puts Pressure on Revenue, Says Sheehama Business and economics expert Josef Kefas Sheehama says the country’s rising unemployment rate is putting mounting pressure on tax collection, public finances, and overall economic stability. In an exclusive interview, Sheehama explained that while the official unemployment rate climbed from 33.4% in 2018 to 36.9% in 2023, the real figure could be much higher. “If we use what we call the standard mean, unemployment could actually stand at 60%,” he […] today14 July, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsNo Bail for Namcor Corruption Suspects as companies join the list Entities connected to the N$480 million Namcor corruption case face fresh scrutiny as eight people implicated were denied bail in the Windhoek Magistrate’s Court on Thursday. Magistrate Olga Muharukua presided over arguments after the Anti-Corruption Commission made the arrests. The group will attempt another bail bid on Monday, 14 July. Willem Snyman for NewsOnOne: today11 July, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsInternational Air Transport Association Reports May Cargo and Flight Demand Growth The International Air Transport Association says total international air travel demand climbed by 2.2% in May this year compared to May 2024, while capacity was up 2.0% and global air cargo demand also rose by 2.2%. The figures were shared by the organization’s Public and Media Relations Advisor, Linden Birns. today11 July, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsAugust Oil and Gas Conference to Drive Alignment The third Oil and Gas Conference, happening from 12 to 15 August , will unite industry players, government, and partners to focus on aligning the sector with national development plans during the shift from exploration to production. Jason Kasuto is the Chairperson of the Economic Association: today11 July, 2025
insert_link NamibiaAnti-Corruption Day Marked with New Campaign The Anti-Corruption Commission is rolling out its Anti-Corruption Education Media Campaign today as part of African Anti-Corruption Day, themed “Promoting Human Dignity in the Fight Against Corruption.” The campaign highlights the AU Convention’s anti-corruption drive and aims to boost awareness and accountability. ACC spokesperson Josefina Nghituwamata confirmed the launch. today10 July, 2025
insert_link NamibiaUrban Mobility Summit Aims to Drive Growth in Windhoek Windhoek’s Urban Mobility Conference 2025 is underway with the theme “Driving Economic Growth Through Urban Mobility.” City spokesperson Lydia Amutenya says the event brings together policymakers, private innovators, scholars and community voices to craft solutions for an upgraded, greener public transport system. The push is to make mobility more sustainable while spurring economic opportunities. today10 July, 2025
insert_link NamibiaCity Billing Probe Report Moves to Council Deloitte’s long-anticipated forensic report into Windhoek’s faulty billing system has been finalised and delivered to city management for consideration. City spokesperson Lydia Amutenya told NewsOnOne’s Josia Shigwedha that the council must now finalise the report before any further action is taken. today10 July, 2025
