Artificial Intelligence

IMF raises 2026 global growth forecast to 3.3%

The International Monetary Fund on Monday revised its global economic growth forecast for 2026 to 3.3 percent, reflecting continued resilience as the world adapts to shifting trade conditions and robust investment in artificial intelligence and technology sectors. The updated projection, released in the IMF’s World Economic Outlook update, marks a 0.2 percentage point increase from estimates published last October. The pace matches the 3.3 percent growth the IMF now expects […]

20 January, 2026

World

Cambridge Dictionary names ‘parasocial’ as 2025 Word of the Year

Photo credit: Cambridge University Press & Assessment Cambridge Dictionary has selected “parasocial” as its Word of the Year for 2025, highlighting growing global concern over one-sided emotional attachments formed with celebrities, influencers, and increasingly, artificial intelligence. The term describes a relationship in which a person feels a personal bond with someone they have never met, whether a public figure, fictional character, or AI system. Cambridge defines it as a connection […]

19 November, 2025

Oshiwambo

Dr Sadrag Panduleni Shihomeka okwa popya kombinga yefimano lo Artificial Interlligence

Omunambelewa omukulunhu moshikondo shoikundaneki mombelewa yomu Ombudsman Dr Sadrag Panduleni Shihomeka, okwa popya kombinga yefimbo taleende noku lunudulukila momakwatafano ounongo wopaungoba Artificial Intelligence. Dr Shihomeka edi okwe dipopya oshivike shadjako pefimbo leenghundafana ado aninga no ndjonghundana yetu yo Future media news. Okwati oikundaneki, no va toolinghundana ova taalela omashongo ahapu osho tati osha etififa oumbada mokati ko va toolinghundana kutya ota shidulika ounongo wopaungoba uka kufepo eemito davo doilonga. Nande […]

4 August, 2025

Business / Economics

AfroTech AI Conference Wraps Up with Calls for Collaboration.

The AfroTech AI Innovation and Inclusion Conference concluded at Ster Kinekor, Grove Mall, after uniting top artificial intelligence experts. The gathering addressed key industry challenges, promoted cross-sector cooperation, and pushed for the rapid adoption of AI technologies in both public and private sectors. Here's Lelanie Basson, the national Ambassador for Women in AI.

25 July, 2025

Business / Economics

Namibia Women in Finance & Insurance Summit 2025 champions gender diversity, inclusion, and equality

The 4th Namibia Women in Finance and Insurance Summit convened in Windhoek, drawing leading female professionals to discuss innovation, legacy-building, and the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in promoting inclusive growth. The summit, which focused on the impact of digital transformation in the finance and insurance sectors, emphasized the need to empower women by providing them with access to financial tools, leadership opportunities, and decision-making roles. CEO Sisedi Investment […]

16 May, 2025

World

Trump posts artificial intelligence Gaza video

US President Donald Trump has shared an AI video on his social media account, showcasing his vision for Gaza — golden statues, a Trump Tower and even bearded belly dancers. It also features Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu drinking on a sun-bed, and Elon Musk eating hummus: Benji Hyer reports.

27 February, 2025

Business / Economics

Apple announces big investment in US

Apple has announced a huge $500bn investment in the United States as it shifts more business to the US amid the Trump administration's new tariff regime. The tech giant announced it's hiring 20,000 Americans and building a manufacturing factory to produce servers for artificial intelligence. It comes as President Donald Trump imposes a 10% tariff on all products from China, where most iPhones are made. Benji Hyer reports.

25 February, 2025

Business / Economics

Morning Biz News 25 February 2025: Market Trends, Global Investments, and Banking Updates

Local Market Performance The Namibian stock market recorded a total of 1.57 million shares traded on Monday, amounting to a total value of N$41.77 million across 27 deals. According to the NSX report, the year-to-date traded volume has reached 9.67 million shares, with a cumulative value of N$579.69 million. The financial sector led the day's trading with transactions worth N$34.28 million, followed by the consumer staples sector, which saw activity […]

25 February, 2025

Business / Economics

Modi-Macron to chair AI summit

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron will co-chair the AI Action Summit today. Boosting trade and civil nuclear partnership could also be high on Modi's agenda, as Ishan Garg tells us from New Delhi.

11 February, 2025