insert_link Business / Economics Independent Researcher Offers Key Insights on Bank of Namibia’s Repo Rate Decision In an interview with our news team, Independent business and economic researcher Josef Kefas Sheehama provided valuable insights into the factors influencing the Bank of Namibia's decision regarding the repo rate. The Bank of Namibia will announce repo rate today. The previous interest rate decision was to keep the repo rate unchanged at 7.75 percent. todayApril 17, 2024 55
insert_link Namibia BON PSD-9 Directive: The cross-border payment system’s anatomy and operations Opinion Piece By Josef Kefas Sheehama Even though it usually causes people to feel more nervous, it's critical to keep in mind that compliance, security, and safety are important in a world of highly sophisticated financial crime. The Bank of Namibia released PSD-9 in 2022, and the new regulation may have taken effect on April 15, 2024. The Bank of Namibia's most recent directive has extended […] todayApril 16, 2024 62
insert_link Business / Economics Bank of Namibia Extends Timeline for Implementation of Electronic Fund Transfer Regulations The Bank of Namibia has announced a postponement in the implementation of the new regulations governing electronic fund transfers within the national Payment System Determination. Sandra Garises, the bank's principal communication officer, disclosed that PSD-9, initially set to take effect by the end of April, will now be enforced on September 30, 2024. She explains what it entails. todayApril 15, 2024 76
insert_link Business / Economics Bank of Namibia joins Cirrus Investor Conference for global connectivity The Bank of Namibia has participated in the 5th Cirrus Investor Conference held in Swakopmund from 9 to 10 April. The conference was held to facilitate connections between Namibian securities issuers and international investors, bringing together various stakeholders. Governor Johannes !Gawaxab delivered the opening address, discussing Namibia's economic trajectory and financial outlook in light of global forces. Naufiku Hamunime BoN's Principal: International Relations and Sustainability, has more. todayApril 10, 2024 27
insert_link Local Governor! Gawaxab champions economic resilience and financial innovation at 2024 Cirrus investor conference The Bank of Namibia, participated in the 5th edition of the Cirrus Investor Conference. Taking place in Swakopmund between 9-10 April 2024, the conference drew development finance institutions, institutional asset managers, listed companies, state-owned enterprises, and Government Ministries, offices and agencies together to connect Namibian securities issuers and potential issuers, with investors from around the world. Speaking at the event, the Governor of the Bank, Mr. Johannes !Gawaxab provided […] todayApril 10, 2024 7
insert_link Oshiwambo Oshimaliwa oshipe shefo shoodola 100 sha ningilwa omaluunduluko sha pitithwa ko Bank of Namibia Ngoloneya go Bank of Namibia Johannes !Qawaxab okwa tamekitha oshimaliwa shefo shoodola 100 sha ningilwa omalunduluko ,tashi ulike eitulemo lyombaanga oku kalekapo oongushu dhalyo, noku tsa omukumo ekwatelemo lyopaliko. Ta popi petamekitho ohela ko Lindili ,ngoloneya okwati okugandja oshimaliwa shika shefo oshili epondolo enene kolweendo lwawo lwonakuyiwa tayi kwatelemo noyamba. Onga o Bank of Namibia,ngoloneya okwati otaya uvanekele aa Namibia oku kwashilipaleka egameno lyiimaliwa yawo yomafo,ongushu yomilandu dhokufuta,nengungumano lyodola ya […] todayApril 5, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia Bank of Namibia engages stakeholders on oil and gas projects in the //Karas region Bank of Namibia Governor, Johannes !Gawaxab, has engaged stakeholders in Lüderitz about the potential from recent oil and gas discoveries and green hydrogen projects. The event, spanning from April 3 to April 4, 2024, included a public lecture titled "Positioning Namibia’s Oil & Gas Endowments: Avoiding the Dutch Disease". Kazembire Zemburuka, Director of Strategic Communications and International Relations, at the Bank of Namibia. todayApril 4, 2024 65
insert_link Business / Economics 04 April 2024 Morning Biz News: Financial Highlights and Global Market Trends Here's a roundup of the latest financial news and global market trends shaping economic landscapes worldwide: Namibia's Oil and Gas Sector Attracts Significant Investments: The Bank of Namibia has reported that the oil and gas sector in Namibia has received N$33.4 billion in foreign direct investments between 2021 and 2023. Governor Johannes !Gawaxab highlighted the transformative potential of these investments, which have been catalyzed by a substantial oil discovery in […] todayApril 4, 2024 7
insert_link Namibia Bank of Namibia Honored for Transparency at Central Banking Awards The Bank of Namibia has received the prestigious transparency award at the annual Central Banking Awards, organized by Central Banking Publications. This recognition celebrates outstanding performance within the central banking community. Naufiku Hamunime, the Acting Director of Strategic Communications and International Relations at the Bank, shares insights on this achievement. todayMarch 19, 2024 39