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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Namibia

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Absence Of Lawmakers Criticized as Midterm Budget Review Postponed Again

Disappointment was expressed by Parliamentarians over lawmakers' repeated failure to attend the midterm budget review, which has now been postponed for the second time. Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi stated that while budget allocations will remain the same, resources will be redirected to ministries facing urgent needs. Manuel Ngaringombe from the Popular Democratic Movement: From the Landless People's Movement, Lifalaza Robert-Prince Simataa:  

todayOctober 30, 2024 28

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Agriculture Minister supports Bank of Namibia’s drought relief policy

The Bank of Namibia has introduced a financial relief policy for farmers affected by ongoing drought, which includes loan restructuring, debt moratoriums, and emergency funding at preferential terms. Agriculture Minister Calle Schlettwein expressed support for the policy in an interview with Future Media, emphasising the need for financial products tailored to the agricultural sector's unique challenges.     Minister Schlettwein, discussing Namibia's response to climate change, further highlighted the importance […]

todayOctober 29, 2024 19

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Business Confidence Climbs Amid Improved Credit Access

The latest Standard Bank Afrotrade barometer indicates a rise in local business confidence, with the index score increasing from 58 to 59 out of 100 since May 2023. As per The Brief, this boost is largely due to improved access to credit, as only 39% of surveyed businesses reported challenges in securing credit, a slight improvement from 42% reported in May 2023.

todayOctober 29, 2024 14

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Bank of Namibia Orders Financial Relief for Drought-Stricken Farmers

The Bank of Namibia has directed local financial institutions to establish relief measures designed to support farmers and agricultural businesses facing severe financial difficulties caused by the ongoing drought. BoN’s Director of Strategic Communications and International Relations, Kazembire Zemburuka, explained that this move follows a state of emergency declaration in response to what is described as the worst drought Namibia has experienced in a century, according to The Brief.

todayOctober 29, 2024 15

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Opposition Urges Swapo’s Nandi-Ndaitwah to Prioritize Health Amid Campaign Demands

Opposition parties have urged Swapo presidential candidate Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah to prioritize her health, citing the demanding nature of campaigning. Nandi-Ndaitwah, who turns 72 today, fainted during a recent rally in Otjiwarongo but has denied any serious health issues. In a statement, she reassured the public that she is fine and committed to serving if elected. Nandi-Ndaitwah noted that the country cannot afford an unhealthy workforce due to productivity concerns. Popular […]

todayOctober 29, 2024 24

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