NamibiaEAN Hosts talks on Jobless growth The Economic Association of Namibia, with the Hanns Seidel Foundation, held a public discussion in Windhoek on how to turn Namibia’s economic growth into jobs. Experts, including Dr. Michael Humavindu from the Ministry of Finance, said growth must be inclusive and linked to job creation, skills development, and support for small businesses. today30 October, 2025
NamibiaMTC open in Divundu Mobile Telecommunications Limited, is expanding its national footprint with the opening of three new mobile homes, one in Divundu, and additional branches in Rundu and Katima Mulilo. The outlets, set to open in early November, aim to improve access to MTC services and ease congestion at existing shops. Here is Erasmus Nekundi MTC's spokesperson. today30 October, 2025
NamibiaChinese government voices its support for African nations The Chinese government has voiced its support for African nations’ calls for reparations over historical injustices such as the transatlantic slave trade. Speaking in Windhoek, Chinese Ambassador to Namibia, Zhao Weiping, said the West must acknowledge and act upon the suffering inflicted on Africans, describing reparations as a long-overdue act of justice. He added that China is aligning its support with Namibia’s development priorities, pledging continued investment to help realise […] today30 October, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNamibia fully pays off 2015 Eurobond Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah has announced that Namibia has fully paid off its N$13-billion eurobond. She said the repayment comes amid challenging global capital flows and trade shifts. Shafudah noted that clearing the debt creates fiscal space for the government to invest more in critical sectors and improve the lives of Namibians. Here is local economist Chiinga Syabaswi. today30 October, 2025
insert_link NamibiaLeaked video reveals reasons behind Ithete’s dismissal from Cabinet By: Envaalde Matheus President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has confirmed that former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of industries, mines and energy, Natangue Ithete, was dismissed for violating a presidential moratorium on the renewal and awarding of new oil blocks. The President made the remarks in a leaked video on Monday during a closed-door meeting with more than 300 staff members at the ministry, shortly after assuming office as the new minister. […] today28 October, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNampost’s November social grants payments to begin Monday By: Selma Taapopi Nampost has announced that the payment programme for November 2025 will begin next week Monday, and will be carried out through the mobile payment programme and in-branch/post office payments. Nampost’s Corporate Communications Officer, Joseph Theofelus, in a statement released this week said the Mobile Payment Program will commence countrywide on 3 November 2025, and will be communicated daily. In-Branch/Post Office Payments for NamPost SmartCard Recipients will take […] today28 October, 2025
insert_link NamibiaPrime Minister commends Indongo Toyota’s commitment to NDP 6 By: Selma Taapopi At the inauguration of the new training centre at Indongo Toyota, which is part of the Frans Indongo Group’s automotive division, Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare commended the company’s dedication to supporting the objectives of the Sixth National Development Plan. The NDP6 emphasises the importance of human capital development and technical skills training, as key drivers of industrialisation, innovation, and sustainable economic growth. According to Indongo Toyota Windhoek […] today28 October, 2025
NamibiaRamaphosa Welcomes South Africa’s Exit from FATF Grey List President Cyril Ramaphosa says South Africa’s exit from the Financial Action Task Force grey list bodes well for the integrity and reputation of the country’s financial system. In 2023, South Africa was placed on the grey list for failing to meet certain international standards. In his weekly newsletter, Ramaphosa says the country's exit from the grey list demonstrates that the anti-money laundering system is beginning to act against corruption and […] today28 October, 2025
insert_link NamibiaNamibia Post Limited says it has successfully disbursed over 191,000 social grants Namibia Post Limited says it has successfully disbursed over 191,000 social grants, representing 64% of all eligible beneficiaries since the start of the National Social Cash Grant payment programme on 13 October. NamPost says teams across the country have been working extended hours to ensure payments continue smoothly, despite early challenges with the new payment model. The agency has apologised for any inconvenience caused and says all mobile pay teams […] today28 October, 2025
