insert_link Business / Economics Spotlight Feature – 29 February 2024 Laimi finds out more about the CEO of the Lithon Foundation, Marcia Reed. https://iono.fm/e/1411062 todayMarch 1, 2024 39
insert_link Business / Economics The Alexforbes Lead Story – 29 February 2024 Gary speaks to local economists Ruusa Nandago, Angelique Bock, and Robert McGregor to get their thoughts on this year's National Budget. https://iono.fm/e/1411070 todayMarch 1, 2024 37
insert_link Business / Economics 01 March 2024 Morning Biz News: Financial Highlights: Namibia Secures Grant, Truworths Faces Challenges, Global Market Trends Published on March 1, 2024 In the dynamic landscape of global finance, recent developments across various sectors have captured the attention of investors and experts alike. Here's a roundup of the latest financial indicators and noteworthy events shaping the economic landscape. 1. Namibia Hydrogen Fund Managers Secures Historic Grant Namibia Hydrogen Fund Managers (Pty) Limited has achieved a significant milestone by securing a substantial grant of nearly N$19.2 million from […] todayMarch 1, 2024 5
insert_link Business / Economics Economists break down revised tax reforms and national budget With Finance and Public Enterprises Minister Ipumbu Shiimi having announced in yesterday’s National budget that the government has revised tax reforms that will put N$646 million back in the pockets of taxpayers by exempting all individual taxpayers from paying tax on the first N$100,000 of their income, starting 1 March 2024, we asked Cirrus Capital Economist Robert McGregor for a breakdown of the numbers. Namibia's largest-ever annual budget on Wednesday […] todayFebruary 29, 2024 46
insert_link Business / Economics Capricorn Group releases interim financial results for the six months ended 31 December 2023 Capricorn Group, a proud Namibian financial services group listed on the Namibian Stock Exchange with diversified operations and business interests in Namibia and Botswana, released its interim financial results for the six months ended 31 December 2023 today. Capricorn Group achieved solid results with profit after tax for the six months ended 31 December 2023, increasing by 18.5% to N$827.6 million, compared to a profit after tax of N$698.2m that […] todayFebruary 29, 2024 35
insert_link Business / Economics Minister Shiimi Unveils N$100 Billion Budget with Focus on Development and Growth Finance and Public Enterprises Minister Iipumbu Shiimi presented a N$100 billion budget to the National Assembly for the fiscal year 2024/25, with over 20% earmarked for economic and infrastructural development. Emphasizing the theme ‘Continuing the Legacy of President Hage Geingob by Caring for the Namibian Child,’ Shiimi highlighted specific provisions for infrastructure development to address gaps and boost Namibia’s economic growth objectives. The budget allocates N$20.9 billion for FY2024/25 and […] todayFebruary 29, 2024 12
insert_link 2 Business / Economics Local Economics Analyst on Namibia’s Record-Breaking N$100.1 Billion Budget Unveiled by Finance Minister Shiimi Finance and Public Enterprises Minister Iipumbu Shiimi presented Namibia's largest-ever annual budget on Wednesday, outlining a projected government spending of N$100.1 billion for the 2024/2025 financial year. Cirrus Capital economist Robert McGregor provides insights. todayFebruary 29, 2024 41 2
insert_link Business / Economics 29 February Morning Biz News: Latest Financial Highlights: Government Revenue Projections, Harmony Gold’s Record Dividend, Binance Executives Detained, and Oil Price Decline In the ever-evolving landscape of global finances, several key developments have recently taken place, shaping the economic outlook for the near future. This article delves into the latest financial indicators, exploring government revenue projections, Harmony Gold's historic dividend announcement, the crackdown on cryptocurrency exchanges in Nigeria, and the recent decline in oil prices. Government's Fiscal Initiatives: The Namibian government has unveiled its fiscal year 2024/25 revenue projections, with a […] todayFebruary 29, 2024 2
insert_link Business / Economics High Economic Intelligence and Bank Windhoek lead survey on SIM Card Rules Economic and financial research entity, High Economic Intelligence and Bank Windhoek are conducting a comprehensive survey titled "The Implications of SIM Card Registrations on the Namibian Economy" to get the public’s understanding of the ongoing mandatory SIM card registration process. Managing Director at High Economic Intelligence, Salomei Hei. todayFebruary 28, 2024 60