insert_link Business / Economics Primary industries drive Namibia’s Q1 GDP growth The Namibia Statistics Agency has released Q1 GDP numbers, showing a 4.7% expansion compared to 5.3% in Q1 of 2023. Year-on-year GDP in real terms rose to N$38.9 billion from N$37.2 billion, reflecting a N$1.7 billion increase. Statistician-General Alex Shimuafeni attributes the growth mainly to a 5.1% increase in real value added in the Primary industries sector. todayJune 20, 2024 55
insert_link Business / Economics EU agrees to new Russia sanctions The European Union has agreed its latest round of sanctions against Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. Alex Cadier reports from Brussels that the new measures will target the Russian energy sector and clamp down on sanctions circumvention. todayJune 20, 2024 39
insert_link Business / Economics NIPDB hosts annual TechNovation social The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board, in collaboration with FNB Namibia, hosted the third annual TechNovation Social-themed “Bringing creators and customers together.” This year's event featured an exhibition by 21 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises in the creative and culture industry. Here is Dino Ballotti, Executive Director for MSME Innovation and Acceleration at the NIPDB. todayJune 20, 2024 49
insert_link Business / Economics Rössing Uranium Reports Record Performance in 2023 Rössing Uranium's 2023 Sustainability and Performance Report reveals record achievements, with the mine producing 6.4 million pounds and selling 6.9 million pounds of uranium, resulting in N$6.48 billion in revenue, a significant increase from 2022's N$4.84 billion. Key markets included China, North America, and EMEA. Dividends of N$177 million were paid. The mining sector contributed 14.4% to GDP, with over N$21 billion spent on local procurement and N$6.4 billion in […] todayJune 20, 2024 20
insert_link Business / Economics 13-20 June 2024 Weekly Economics Wrap: Pupkewitz Tops Affordability, Namibia Holds Rates, and Global Markets Shift Pupkewitz Megabuild Leads in Affordability According to The Brief's monthly survey for June 2024, Pupkewitz Megabuild has emerged as the most affordable hardware store in Windhoek. This survey, initiated in June 2023, benchmarks the prices of a standardized basket of hardware items across four major stores: Build It, BUCO, Pupkewitz Megabuild, and Ark Trading. Pupkewitz's consistent pricing strategy has positioned it favorably among consumers seeking value for money in their […] todayJune 20, 2024 12
insert_link Business / Economics Mining Industry Boosts GDP and Local Economy in 2023 Mines and Energy minister, Tom Alweendo, announced that Namibia's mining sector significantly increased its contribution to the GDP to 14.4% in 2023, up from 11.9% in 2022. The industry spent over N$21 billion on local procurement and contributed N$6.4 billion in royalties and taxes, compared to N$4.2 billion the previous year. Employment in the sector reached 18,189, with N$211 million spent on corporate social responsibility. Alweendo emphasized the mining industry's […] todayJune 20, 2024 35
insert_link Business / Economics US company Nvidia becomes most valuable public company Nvidia has overtaken Microsoft and Apple to become the world's most valuable public company.The computer chip maker — at the heart of the artificial intelligence boom — now has an overall market valuation of $3.34 trillion USD. Benji Hyer reports. todayJune 20, 2024 28
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia Hosts Aviation Development Africa Conference With Highlights Airport Real Estate Importance Namibia is currently hosting the Aviation Development Africa Conference in its capital, with the first day emphasizing the critical role of airport real estate and factors that appeal to investors in this sector, alongside other key topics.We spoke with Toska Sem, the Executive Director of the Namibia Civil Aviation Authority. todayJune 20, 2024 48
insert_link Business / Economics 20 June 2024 Morning Biz News: Global Economic Pulse: Trade Deficits Rise, Inflation Steady, and Strategic Investments in Energy Sector In the dynamic landscape of global finance, several key developments have emerged recently that underscore significant trends and economic indicators across various regions. Here's a roundup of the latest updates: 1. Namibia Faces Growing Trade Deficit The Bank of Namibia's recent report highlights a concerning trend for the country's economy. Governor Johannes !Gawaxab announced a notable increase in Namibia's merchandise trade deficit, which has surged to N$13.5 billion in […] todayJune 20, 2024 20