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Business / Economics

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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. 

today17 December, 2025

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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. 

today16 December, 2025

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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:   

today16 December, 2025

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Namibia-Botswana Rail Project on Track

Namibia and Botswana are advancing the Trans-Kalahari Railway connecting Botswana’s inland network to Walvis Bay port. Feasibility studies are being finalised, investors identified, and joint oversight ensures the project stays on schedule, with Transport ministers urging faster progress. Julius Ngweda, the Ministry of Works and Transport’s Public Relations Officer, confirmed the update.     

today16 December, 2025

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Namibia ranks fifth in Africa for low financial-crime risk

Namibia has strengthened its position in the global fight against money laundering, according to the 2025 Basel Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Index. The country’s score improved from 4.89 in 2024 to 4.78 in 2025, placing it fifth among African nations in terms of low exposure to financial crime risk. The Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) said the improvement reflects stronger national systems, enhanced enforcement, and closer coordination among regulators, law enforcement, and […]

today15 December, 2025

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Telecom Namibia Probes Mobile Banking Allegations

Telecom Namibia says it is aware of a statement circulating on social media alleging irregularities linked to a mobile banking transaction involving one of its mobile numbers. Acting Head of Corporate Communication and Public Relations, Ndapewa Neshila, says the company is treating the claims seriously and is working with internal teams and external partners, including banks, to fully investigate the matter.     

today15 December, 2025

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Small trader imports through international airport reach N$71 million 

By: Hertha Ekandjo Consignments of small traders, popularly known as "Order-With-Me" agents, that pass-through Hosea Kutako International Airport, reached N$71 million in import value from January 2025 to date, according to figures released by the Namibia Revenue Agency. NamRA Commissioner, Sam Shivute, said the imports, largely linked to the growing "Order-With-Me" trading model, were dominated by electronic goods valued at about N$63 million, while clothing imports stood at approximately N$6 […]

today9 December, 2025