Leonard Witbeen

Q3 Economic Growth Slows to 1.9%

Economic growth for the third quarter slowed to 1.9 percent from 2.1 percent last year, driven by the services sector—including financial services, trade, education, and health—and supported by strong electricity and water output, as per the Statistics Agency. Agriculture and mining fell, investment declined, but household and government spending increased, while faster export growth narrowed the trade deficit, the NSA’s Mirjam Shihepo:

19 December, 2025

Namibia

One-Off Amnesty Announced for Undocumented Foreign Nationals

The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security has announced a once-off amnesty for foreign nationals living in the country illegally or who have overstayed their visas. Announced by Home Affairs Minister Lucia Iipumbu, as per PRO Margaret Kalo, the amnesty runs from 15 December 2025 to 16 January 2026 and allows affected individuals to leave voluntarily without arrest or prosecution, provided they report to immigration offices or border posts with valid or […]

18 December, 2025

Business / Economics

NSX Honoured for Innovation in Southern Africa

The Namibia Securities Exchange received the Most Innovative Securities Exchange in Southern Africa award for 2025, showcasing its commitment to market development. CEO Tiaan Bazuin said the accolade reflects the NSX’s recent upgrades, including a bond trading system and Central Securities Depository, aimed at boosting efficiency, transparency, and sustainable growth in the country’s financial markets.

18 December, 2025

Business / Economics

Lion Oilfield Services Invests in Local Skills

Lion Oilfield Services is placing a strong emphasis on developing local talent as the country moves closer to commercialising its offshore oil and gas sector. The company prioritizes skills development, advanced technology, and community reinvestment, while Petroleum Commissioner Maggy Shino stresses the need to build local capacity. Paulo Coelho, Business and Communications Executive for Lion Oilfield Services Namibia:

18 December, 2025

Namibia

Families Still Seek Justice in Okahandja Killings

There have been no arrests eight months after the murders of Ingrid Maasdorp, Roslin Fabian, and Beyoncé !Kharuxas in Okahandja earlier this year. The triple killing, carried out over a short period, continues to trouble the community and the country, with families calling for answers. Willem Snyman from NewsOnOne reports:

17 December, 2025

Business / Economics

Namibia Launches Convention Bureau

The Convention Bureau was launched in Windhoek to promote our country as a hub for meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions. Coordinated by Environment and Tourism Minister Indileni Daniel and hosted under the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board, the bureau aims to attract investment, create jobs, and boost high-value tourism, according to NIPDB Senior Manager Catherine Shipushu.

17 December, 2025

Business / Economics

Standard Bank Warns of Rilide Malware Threat

Standard Bank Namibia has alerted customers to a rise in Rilide malware attacks targeting online banking, which can steal login credentials and intercept one-time passwords. Colanè Esterhuizen-Andreas, the bank’s forensic services manager, urged clients to stay vigilant, avoid suspicious links and unverified browser extensions, and report any unusual activity immediately.

17 December, 2025

Business / Economics

Labour Unrest Eases in 2025, Wage Concerns Linger

Labour analyst Sydwill Scholtz says 2025 recorded a noticeable decline in strikes and labour unrest, signalling improved worker stability. Speaking to NewsOnOne’s Envaalde Matheus, he noted that challenges around fair pay and adherence to the new minimum wage persist, with the magistrates’ strike exposing ongoing grievances among government employees.

16 December, 2025

Business / Economics

Telecom and ICT Sectors Grow According to CRAN

Telecom and ICT sectors grew July–September, with SIM cards up 3%, mobile broadband 6%, and dongle/router subscriptions surging 30%. Mobile data use increased, fixed-line subscriptions fell 2%, and pay-TV rose 3.5%. Postal services stayed stable. Mufaro Nesongano, CRAN’s Executive for Communication and Consumer Relations:

16 December, 2025