insert_link Business / Economics 1 November 2024 Morning Biz News: Development Bank of Namibia Achieves Milestone with N$21 Billion Investment The Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) has reached a significant milestone, having invested over N$21 billion in local development over the past 20 years. This investment has not only bolstered the country's infrastructure but has also created over 76,000 jobs, highlighting the bank's vital role in Namibia's economic growth. For the fiscal year 2023/2024, the DBN reported a net operating profit of N$62 million, marking a robust recovery from a […] todayNovember 1, 2024 11
insert_link Business / Economics ActionSA criticizes 2024 mid-term budget promises ActionSA says the 2024 mid-term budget fails to meet the government of National Unity’s promises. Party representative Alan Beesley welcomed increased SARS funding but criticised the 1.1-percent economic growth projection, saying it falls short of the needed three-percent. Beesley argues that government neglects economic stability, keeping a bloated cabinet while essential services like policing, healthcare, and education suffer. He labels the budget’s priorities as misplaced, calling for urgent focus on […] todayOctober 31, 2024 13
Business / Economics INTERVIEW: Tora Conservancy Invests in Wildlife Conservation and Community Development in Kunene Region This interview highlights Reginald Roman, Secretary of Tora Conservancy, discussing the various initiatives and partnerships aimed at supporting wildlife conservation, community upliftment, and skill development within the Kunene region’s conservancies. Tora Conservancy, in collaboration with other conservancies and partners like Wilderness Safaris and Gondwana Collection, focuses on conserving natural resources, protecting endangered species, and fostering socio-economic development. Roman explained that Tora Conservancy has significantly invested in local youth through education […] todayOctober 31, 2024 23
insert_link Business / Economics DA leader and Agriculture minister John Steenhuisen endorsed the mid-term budget DA leader and Agriculture minister John Steenhuisen endorsed the mid-term budget, calling it the right step toward fiscal growth. Speaking outside Parliament, Steenhuisen commended the focus on debt reduction, infrastructure spending, halting bailouts for state-owned entities, and the end of e-tolls. He emphasises the DA’s role in driving reforms through the government of national unity, through economic growth and job creation: todayOctober 31, 2024 20
insert_link Business / Economics Economist Embraces Tax Amnesty Announcement During the presentation of the mid-term budget, Finance minister,Iipumbu Shiimi, announced the extension of the tax amnesty programme until October 31, 2026. It was originally set to expire today. Economist Gabriel Erastus provided his insights on the announcement. todayOctober 31, 2024 29
insert_link Business / Economics 31 October 2024: Navigating Economic Shifts: Key Financial Updates from Namibia and Beyond In recent developments, Finance Minister, Ipumbu Shiimi, has announced an extension of the country’s tax amnesty programme, now set to conclude on October 31, 2026. During his mid-term budget review presented in Parliament, Shiimi highlighted the overwhelming requests from various sectors to prolong this programme, which allows taxpayers to settle their full tax debts without incurring penalties or interest. This initiative is designed to enhance tax compliance and boost government […] todayOctober 31, 2024 18
insert_link Business / Economics South Africa nears compliance with the Financial Action Task Force’s financial crime requirements South Africa is close to meeting the Financial Action Task Force's requirements to combat financial crimes like money laundering and terrorism financing. In his first medium-term budget policy statement for the seventh administration, Finance minister Enoch Godongwana said only six items remain to be addressed by February next year, with 16 of the 22 requirements already fully or mostly completed: todayOctober 31, 2024 17
insert_link Africa Nigeria’s Dangote Oil Refinery Holds 500 Million Litres of Petrol Nigeria's Dangote oil refinery possesses a reserve of 500 million litres of petrol, according to its billionaire founder, refuting assertions from marketers that they require additional imports to address fuel shortages. CNBCAfrica indicates that, in response to the situation, Nigeria's President, Bola Tinubu, convened a meeting on Tuesday in Abuja with oil regulators, the head of the state-owned NNPC, the finance minister, and Aliko Dangote. todayOctober 31, 2024 8
insert_link Business / Economics Starbucks tells workers to get back in the office or risk being fired Starbucks is giving its employees a jolt - and it has nothing to do with caffeine. The coffee giant is reportedly telling corporate employees to return to the office - or risk getting fired. Toni Waterman has more. todayOctober 30, 2024 18