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Tonata Kadhila

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Namibia

Inflation Drops to 3.2% in August

Simonis Storm office, Windhoek The annual inflation eased to 3.2% in August, compared to 4.4% in the same month last year and 3.5% in July. The August figure is the lowest recorded so far in 2025. The main contributor to inflation was food and non-alcoholic beverages. Simonis Storm economist Almandro Jansen said the slowdown reflects easing price pressures but cautioned that household budgets remain under strain.

today17 September, 2025

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Namibia

Kavango East unemployment reaches 52%

Statistics (Photo: Cirrus Capital) The unemployment rate in Kavango East has increased to 52% in 2023, up from 48% in 2011, according to data released by the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA). According to the Namibia Press Agency, youth unemployment in the region remains high at 60.4%. Ndiyona Constituency recorded the highest unemployment rates, with 65% overall and 73% among young people. The Namibia Press Agency reports that most employed residents […]

today17 September, 2025

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Namibia

RFA writes off N$371m in old vehicle licence debts

Road Fund Administration (Photo: RFA) Motorists who have fallen behind on vehicle licence payments now have a path to financial relief following the implementation of the Road Fund Administration Amendment Act, 2024. The new law, which came into force through regulations gazetted on 22 August 2025, introduces exemptions and waivers on licence fees, penalties, and interest. Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah said the reform is designed to balance citizen relief with […]

today17 September, 2025

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Business / Economics

Nasan Energies to acquire 53 service stations from Vivo Energy

Signing the deal are Jaco Van Rensburg and Miguel Hamutenya (Photo: Poiyah Media) Windhoek, Namibia, 17 September 2025 - Nasan Energies Namibia (Pty) Ltd has announced an agreement with Vivo Energy Namibia to acquire 53 Engen- and Shell-branded fuel service stations. The transaction, subject to approval by the Namibian Competition Commission, marks a historic step for the country’s energy sector and will establish Nasan Energies as one of Namibia’s first […]

today17 September, 2025

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Business / Economics

Tech leaders gather to discuss AI, cloud, and IoT innovations at BCX Summit

BCX Summit 2025 (Photo: Angie Scholtz FMN) The BCX Namibia Transform Summit 2025 is currently underway in Windhoek, bringing together Africa’s leading technology experts, business decision-makers, and digital innovators. Sponsored by BCX’s OEM partners, the summit is examining how cloud computing, cybersecurity, the Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence (AI) are reshaping industries and unlocking new business opportunities across the continent. BCX executives and industry experts will share strategic […]

today17 September, 2025

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World

Royal treatment? Donald Trump is in the UK for his second state visit

U.S. President Donald Trump arrives in the United Kingdom on a state visit. He's accompanied by his wife, Melania Trump. (Photo: REUTERS/Chris Radburn) U.S. President Donald Trump has started his second state visit to the United Kingdom, marked by royal ceremonies at Windsor Castle. King Charles, Queen Camilla, and the royal family welcomed Trump and First Lady Melania with a carriage procession, gun salutes, a military flypast, and a formal […]

today17 September, 2025

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World

Israel has committed genocide in Gaza, UN report

Photo: Reuters Residents of Gaza City reported heavy overnight strikes as Israeli ground forces entered the city, marking the first phase of the military’s takeover plan. The escalation comes as a United Nations inquiry has concluded that Israel’s actions in Gaza constitute genocide, a landmark finding after nearly two years of conflict. Navi Pillay, chair of the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, announced the […]

today16 September, 2025

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Business / Economics

Michelle McLean honoured as Global Business Woman of the Year in New York

Michelle McLean (Photo: Mclean Facebook) Michelle McLean has once again been featured on New York’s iconic Nasdaq Billboard. She was recognised as the Top Global Business Woman of the Year in Tourism and Investment by the International Association of Top Professionals. McLean, who serves as International Business Officer for Gondwana Collection in North America, is using the global platform to showcase Namibia as a premier travel destination. She also aims […]

today16 September, 2025

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Business / Economics

GIPF commits over N$2 billion to sustainable investments

Blueberries (Photo: Mashare Agri Group via Facebook) The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) has reaffirmed its commitment to driving inclusive growth through sustainable investments. Speaking at the AFI Global Policy Forum in Swakopmund, GIPF Chairperson Penda Ithindi highlighted the Fund’s support for projects including Mashare Berries, the Omburu Solar Plant, and green bonds. In addition, GIPF has committed more than N$2.1 billion to infrastructure projects that advance Namibia’s energy transition […]

today16 September, 2025