insert_link Business / Economics Market Watch – 12 March 2024 Michelle speaks to Catalyst Investment Managers' Head of Research, Cheryl Emvula, about government's debt burden. https://iono.fm/e/1415416 todayMarch 13, 2024 26
insert_link Business / Economics The Alexforbes Lead Story – 12 March 2024 David speaks to Oryx Properties CEO, and inaugural President of the Namibian Property Association, Ben Jooste, about what the body is and what they plan on doing. https://iono.fm/e/1415415 todayMarch 13, 2024 75
insert_link Business / Economics 13 March 2024 Morning Biz News: Lüderitz Poised to Lead in Oil and Gas Sector with Inaugural Local Content Conference Lüderitz, a coastal town in Namibia, is gearing up to take center stage in the burgeoning oil and gas industry. Set to host the first-ever local content conference and exhibition next month, Lüderitz aims to position itself as a pivotal player in this rapidly evolving sector. The conference, with its primary objective of identifying industry gaps and fostering opportunities for local participation across the oil and gas value chain, marks […] todayMarch 13, 2024 301
insert_link Business / Economics Economist warns of impact as SIM card registration survey begins Following the announcement of a comprehensive survey titled "The Implications of SIM Card Registrations on the Namibian Economy" by High Economic Intelligence in partnership with Bank Windhoek, we spoke to Salomei Hei, the Managing Director at High Economic Intelligence, for an update. todayMarch 12, 2024 61
insert_link Africa Africa’s horticultural exports surge on By Bonface Orucho, bird story agency An upsurge in demand for horticultural products across global markets, particularly in Europe, spurred a significant increase in agricultural export revenues for several African countries last year. Wandile Sihlobo, chief economist at the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz), reported via his blog that South Africa's agricultural exports surged to a record US$13.2 billion in 2023, a 3% increase from […] todayMarch 12, 2024 18
insert_link Africa Locally assembled handsets begin to drive Africa’s low-end smartphone shipments By Conrad Onyango, bird story agency As Africa’s major currencies weaken against the US dollar, consumers are opting for more affordable smartphones with ‘premium features’ that are either locally assembled or made in China. According to two mobile phone tracking reports, local assembly initiatives for low-end smartphones have contributed to strong growth, particularly in Kenya. The International Data Corporation (IDC) has also listed the East African economy […] todayMarch 12, 2024 28
insert_link Africa Fintech is sold as the answer to Africa’s problems, but digital money services have downsides which media often overlook The research assessed newspaper coverage of fintech in Kenya, Uganda and South Africa. Tony Karumba/AFP via Getty Images By Cathleen LeGrand, University of Leeds; Chris Paterson, University of Leeds, and Jörg Wiegratz, University of Leeds The online financial products and services known as “fintech” have become deeply embedded in the economic and social life of many African countries over the past decade. Headlines across the continent often extol […] todayMarch 12, 2024 22
insert_link Business / Economics EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Unpacking the National Budget: Insights from Independent Business and Economic Researcher Josef Sheehama As we delve into the recent national budget with the insights of independent business and economic researcher, Josef Sheehama. In a recent interview, Sheehama shared his perspective on the budget allocation, emphasizing both positives and concerns regarding the distribution of funds. Youth Allocation Highlights Positives, but Agriculture Faces Shortcomings The budget, as described by Sheehama, has some commendable aspects, particularly the allocation of 45% to youth initiatives. This is […] todayMarch 12, 2024 13
insert_link Business / Economics 12 March 2024 Morning Biz News: Pupkewitz Group Expands Beyond Namibia, Financial Indicators, and Global Market Highlights Pupkewitz Group's International Endeavors The Pupkewitz Group, a prominent Namibian conglomerate, has taken a significant step toward international expansion with the inauguration of its first retail store outside Namibia. The Megatech branch, located in Upington, South Africa, marks the Group's foray into new markets. Andrea Barry, Chair of the Megatech Board and a Director at Pupkewitz Holdings, emphasized the strategic advantage of Namibia's geographical positioning, allowing the Group to […] todayMarch 12, 2024 22