insert_link Namibia Government Engages Businesses on AfCFTA Opportunities The Ministries of International Relations and Trade, together with Mines and Energy, hosted a business engagement in Omuthiya to promote Namibia’s integration into the African Continental Free Trade Area. The meeting aimed to identify export opportunities, address business challenges, and align policies to boost Namibia’s participation in continental trade. Trade Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi urged local producers to seize untapped opportunities and meet the required standards to access wider markets. Oshikoto […] today4 November, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Trade and Industry Ministries drive AfCFTA integration efforts Minister: International Relations and Trade, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi The Ministry of International Relations and Trade and the Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade are working with businesses to strengthen Namibia’s integration into the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). International Relations Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi said the engagement is aimed at ensuring entrepreneurs benefit from the continent’s growing trade opportunities. She noted that the AfCFTA can complement industrialisation, regional value chains, and market […] today9 September, 2025
insert_link Oshiwambo Omutivali president Lucia Witbooi, apula oilongo ixulifepo oku tuma oilongomwa ina ipwa okulonga komanenedu akwao Omutivali president Lucia Witbooi, okwa denga omufindo nghene shafimana ku Africa aefepo omukalo woku tuma mo malandifilo komanenedu aputuka oilongomwa ina imanifwa oku longwa, ndee elifikamenepo kuye mwene okulonga oilongomwa yaye. Tapopi pefimbo lo shongalele sho Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) osho tashiningilwa ko Algieria Witbooi, okwati oshikondo sho malandifilo amanguluka oilyolongo ya Africa (AfCFTA) oshili osheendifo shakula mku findikila omayakulo eyokomesho mokati koilyolongo no kwa pula opo omauwa asho atulwe […] today5 September, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Ongwediva Trade Fair raises N$1.6 Million at gala fundraiser The 2025 Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair (OATF) kicked off its preparations with a resounding success at last Saturday's fundraising gala held at the Trade Fair Centre. According to Future Media’s Maria Namupala, the event raised over N$1.6 million, exceeding last year’s N$1.3 million haul. Headline sponsor Mobile Telecommunications Ltd (MTC) pledged N$350,000, reaffirming its support as a growth driver for entrepreneurship and SME market access. Standard Bank Namibia, Namibian […] today8 July, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia eyes intra-Africa trade growth through increased exports Following Namibia having launched its first export consignment under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) from Walvis Bay, the nation is now officially open for intra-African trade—granting access to a market of over 1.3 billion consumers. Minister Selma Ashipala‑Musavyi handed over the trading certificate during the ceremony, marking Namibia's readiness to engage in one of Africa’s largest trade pacts. Managing Director of High Economic Intelligence, Salomo Hei, welcomed the development […] today1 July, 2025
insert_link Namibia Namibia launches AfCFTA trade with 1st shipment from Walvis Bay Namibia has formally commenced trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) during a ceremony at the Walvis Bay Salt Warehouse. Hosted by the Ministry of International Relations and Trade, the event celebrated the shipment of Namibia’s first consignment—salt—as it joins the continental initiative designed to liberalize trade among 54 nations. Executive Director Penda Naanda underscored the importance of the appointment, stating, “This marks the beginning of Namibia’s active […] today30 June, 2025
insert_link Africa Namibia joins U.S.-Africa business summit in Angola Windhoek, 23 June 2025 – Namibia has officially joined the 17th U.S.–Africa Business Summit in Luanda, Angola, taking place from 22 to 25 June 2025. Held under the theme “Pathways to Prosperity: A Shared Vision for U.S.–Africa Partnership”, the summit brings together more than 1,500 delegates, including African heads of state, senior U.S. officials, and private-sector leaders. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is leading Namibia’s delegation, which includes ministerial figures and […] today23 June, 2025
insert_link Namibia Government eyes more exports to Africa under new trade roadmap The Ministry of International Relations and Trade has launched a strategic planning workshop to shape a five-year plan to advance trade and investment goals. The workshop brings together stakeholders to define the ministry’s broader mandate, which now includes both trade and investment. According to Executive Director Penda Naanda, the plan will pay attention to the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and explore ways to deepen trade relations with countries […] today20 May, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics International trade agreements could drive local growth The Economic and Social Justice Trust has published an article discussing the impact of global trade agreements, like the Africa Continental Free Trade Agreement and EU economic partnership agreements, on Namibia’s economic diversification and industrialisation. The article explores how trade agreements can help address challenges like market fluctuations, limited job creation, and insufficient value addition. Here’s Leonard Nakawa who is a Political Analyst at the Trust. today5 February, 2025
