insert_link Business / Economics America’s Trump threatens France with 200% wine tariffs Bottles of French wine are displayed for sale in a liquor store. (Photo by: Mario Tama/Getty Images) U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs of up to 200% on French wine and champagne after French President Emmanuel Macron declined to join a U.S.-backed initiative described by Trump as a Gaza “Board of Peace.” The warning marks a sharp escalation in rhetoric between Washington and Paris, linking trade pressure […] today20 January, 2026
insert_link Business / Economics IMF raises 2026 global growth forecast to 3.3% The International Monetary Fund on Monday revised its global economic growth forecast for 2026 to 3.3 percent, reflecting continued resilience as the world adapts to shifting trade conditions and robust investment in artificial intelligence and technology sectors. The updated projection, released in the IMF’s World Economic Outlook update, marks a 0.2 percentage point increase from estimates published last October. The pace matches the 3.3 percent growth the IMF now expects […] today20 January, 2026
insert_link Business / Economics Employment Equity Commission summons 15 employers for contravening affirmative action act Photo by: William Stegmann via Google The Employment Equity Commission has summoned fifteen employers to appear before a Review Panel for failing to comply with the Affirmative Action (Employment) Act. The hearings will take place from the 21st to the 22nd of January 2026 at the National Council in Windhoek and will be open to the public and the media. According to the Commission, the Review Panels will assess deficiencies […] today20 January, 2026
insert_link Business / Economics NAMFISA Warns Against Unregistered Microlenders The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority has cautioned consumers to only obtain short-term credit from registered microlenders to avoid exploitation. NAMFISA Manager for Corporate Communications and Consumer Education Victoria Raimond urges the public to verify lenders on the authority’s website and report suspected illegal microlending activities. today15 January, 2026
insert_link Business / Economics Standard Bank Cuts Fees to Boost Financial Inclusion Standard Bank Namibia has rolled out revised banking fees offering free card swipes, limited free ATM withdrawals, and lower digital transaction costs. Public Relations and Communication Senior Manager Elzita Beukes says the move is designed to encourage cashless transactions and put more money back into customers’ pockets. today15 January, 2026
insert_link Business / Economics Mines Ministry Consults Emerging Miners on Value Addition The Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy held a consultative meeting with emerging mining operators on 7 January to discuss ways to enhance local participation and value addition in the mining sector. Minister Modestus Amutse stressed the need for collaboration with industry stakeholders, while the mining association highlighted challenges such as limited access to modern equipment and processing facilities and urged support for sustainable, safe mining practices. The meeting also explored opportunities […] today12 January, 2026
insert_link Business / Economics Echo Namibia to Launch LEO Satellite Internet Echo Namibia will become the first internet service provider to offer Low Earth Orbit Very Small Aperture Terminal services by later this month. Selma Taapopi reports that this follows preliminary approval from the Communications Regulatory Authority: today8 January, 2026
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia’s GDP growth slows in third quarter – FNB By: Hertha Ekandjo FNB Namibia has reported that the country's nominal gross domestic product growth slowed to 6.0% year-on-year in the third quarter of 2025, down from 9.9% in the second quarter, in line with weaker real economic momentum. Real GDP growth improved slightly to 1.9% in the third quarter of 2025, compared to 1.3% in the second quarter, but remained below the 2.1% recorded in third quarter of 2024. […] today7 January, 2026
Business / Economics Lüderitz community welcomes planned port expansion By: Hertha Ekandjo The Lüderitz community has expressed strong support for the planned expansion of the Lüderitz port, which is expected to bring significant economic and development benefits to the coastal town. Lüderitz Town Council public relations officer, Elwin !Gaoseb, said the expansion would strengthen the town’s fiscal position through increased rates and taxes generated by port-related activities. !Gaoseb added that the project fits into Lüderitz’s long-term vision as a […] today5 January, 2026
