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Yango Leads Digital Transportation Shift in Namibia

In Namibia's lively streets, a digital revolution is reshaping how people navigate from point A to B, with Yango emerging as the nation's top transportation app. In an exclusive interview, CJ Dumeni, Yango's Country Manager, emphasized a pivotal aspect of Yango's approach.

2 April, 2024

Business / Economics

Mines and Energy ministry announces Delays with Online Portal Launch and License Applications

In a recent announcement, the Mines and Energy ministry has postponed the long-awaited unveiling of its online portal, including the rollout of online license applications. This strategic decision aims to guarantee the smooth operation of the system, but it brings forth numerous implications for stakeholders within the mining sector.

2 April, 2024

Business / Economics

Mines Ministry Delays Online Portal Launch: What You Need to Know

In a recent announcement, the Ministry of Mines and Energy revealed a delay in the launch of its highly anticipated online portal, along with the introduction of online license applications. This decision, made in the interest of ensuring a smooth implementation process, carries significant implications for stakeholders within the mining sector. Here's a detailed breakdown of the situation: Reasons Behind the Delay: Initially scheduled for April 4th and 5th, 2024, […]

2 April, 2024

Business / Economics

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Namibia Careers Expo 2024: Empowering the Future Workforce

Emily Kandanga-Erastus, Head of Digital Media at the Namibia Careers Expo, shares insights into this year's highly anticipated event, shedding light on its purpose, sponsors, and offerings. The Namibia Careers Expo, established in 2009 as Namibia's premier career development platform, is set to host its 13th edition from April 3rd to April 4th, 2024, at the Winter Country Club. After a hiatus of two years due to the pandemic, the […]

2 April, 2024

Business / Economics

02 April 2024 Morning Biz News: Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry Partners with Antila Consultancy to Host Inaugural Local Content Conference

The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI), in collaboration with Antila Consultancy, is proud to announce the inaugural Namibian Local Content Conference (NLCC), scheduled to take place from April 16th to April 18th. This groundbreaking conference aims to bolster local participation in Namibia's burgeoning oil and gas sector. With Namibia's oil and gas industry rapidly expanding, the NLCC serves as a vital platform for fostering dialogue and collaboration among […]

2 April, 2024

Business / Economics

Financial Planning for Namibia’s Millennials

By Ashante Manetti, Group Marketing Manager, Old Mutual Namibia Financial freedom. It's a term that conjures up images of early retirement, dream vacations, and unshakeable security. But for Namibia's millennial generation, this dream can often feel shrouded in uncertainty. With student loan burdens, a competitive job market, and a rising cost of living, achieving financial stability can seem like an uphill battle. Financial planning for millennials isn't […]

28 March, 2024

Business / Economics

South Africa’s electricity crisis: what political parties say in their election manifestos about solving it

By Hartmut Winkler, University of Johannesburg South Africa is in the middle of a deep electricity crisis. In 2023 the public, many of whom are voters, experienced the worst loadshedding to date, losing power for an average of five hours a day. The power shortages were largely due to excessive breakdowns in the country’s coal power plant fleet, which generates over 80% of South Africa’s electricity, combined […]

28 March, 2024

Africa

Kenya has tightened its laws to stop money laundering: why banks are the focus

By Constance Gikonyo, University of Nairobi Kenya’s banking industry has in recent years been in the crosshairs of national, regional and international watchdogs, given the country’s role as a financial hub in eastern Africa. In 2023 Kenya enacted laws to curb money laundering and combat terrorism financing. While the laws have led to tougher sanctions on some banks, the risk of money laundering remains, and the country was […]

28 March, 2024