insert_link Business / Economics Tech Support – 12 March 2024 Gerald updates us on the latest in news in hyper-automation. https://iono.fm/e/1415417 todayMarch 13, 2024 7
insert_link Business / Economics Market Watch – 12 March 2024 Michelle speaks to Catalyst Investment Managers' Head of Research, Cheryl Emvula, about government's debt burden. https://iono.fm/e/1415416 todayMarch 13, 2024 26
insert_link Business / Economics 13 March 2024 Morning Biz News: Lüderitz Poised to Lead in Oil and Gas Sector with Inaugural Local Content Conference Lüderitz, a coastal town in Namibia, is gearing up to take center stage in the burgeoning oil and gas industry. Set to host the first-ever local content conference and exhibition next month, Lüderitz aims to position itself as a pivotal player in this rapidly evolving sector. The conference, with its primary objective of identifying industry gaps and fostering opportunities for local participation across the oil and gas value chain, marks […] todayMarch 13, 2024 299
insert_link Business / Economics EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Unpacking the National Budget: Insights from Independent Business and Economic Researcher Josef Sheehama As we delve into the recent national budget with the insights of independent business and economic researcher, Josef Sheehama. In a recent interview, Sheehama shared his perspective on the budget allocation, emphasizing both positives and concerns regarding the distribution of funds. Youth Allocation Highlights Positives, but Agriculture Faces Shortcomings The budget, as described by Sheehama, has some commendable aspects, particularly the allocation of 45% to youth initiatives. This is […] todayMarch 12, 2024 13
insert_link Business / Economics 12 March 2024 Morning Biz News: Pupkewitz Group Expands Beyond Namibia, Financial Indicators, and Global Market Highlights Pupkewitz Group's International Endeavors The Pupkewitz Group, a prominent Namibian conglomerate, has taken a significant step toward international expansion with the inauguration of its first retail store outside Namibia. The Megatech branch, located in Upington, South Africa, marks the Group's foray into new markets. Andrea Barry, Chair of the Megatech Board and a Director at Pupkewitz Holdings, emphasized the strategic advantage of Namibia's geographical positioning, allowing the Group to […] todayMarch 12, 2024 21
insert_link Business / Economics 11 March 2024 Morning Biz News: Economic Highlights: Entrepreneurship Training, Rand Strengthens, Nigeria’s Forex Inflows, and Saudi Aramco’s Plans in China Empowering Namibian Entrepreneurs The Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade in Namibia has celebrated a significant milestone in its efforts to foster entrepreneurship. The EMPRETEC Namibia program, initiated in 2019, has successfully provided entrepreneurship training to approximately 2000 Macro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). In a recent expansion of this impactful initiative, an additional 188 MSMEs commenced their training on Friday. This initiative contributes substantially to the growth and development of […] todayMarch 11, 2024 10
insert_link Business / Economics 08 March 2024 Morning Biz News: Economic Insights: NPTH Dividends, Sanlam’s Profit Surge, Currency and Oil Market Updates In the ever-evolving landscape of global finance, recent developments have provided a comprehensive snapshot of economic trends and indicators. From Namibia's Post and Telecommunications Holdings (NPTH) disbursing significant dividends to South African insurer Sanlam's impressive profit surge, let's delve into the latest financial highlights and explore the current market dynamics. NPTH's Financial Contribution to Namibia Since its establishment in 1992, Namibia Post and Telecommunications Holdings (NPTH) has been a pivotal […] todayMarch 8, 2024 14
insert_link Business / Economics 29 February Morning Biz News: Latest Financial Highlights: Government Revenue Projections, Harmony Gold’s Record Dividend, Binance Executives Detained, and Oil Price Decline In the ever-evolving landscape of global finances, several key developments have recently taken place, shaping the economic outlook for the near future. This article delves into the latest financial indicators, exploring government revenue projections, Harmony Gold's historic dividend announcement, the crackdown on cryptocurrency exchanges in Nigeria, and the recent decline in oil prices. Government's Fiscal Initiatives: The Namibian government has unveiled its fiscal year 2024/25 revenue projections, with a […] todayFebruary 29, 2024 2
insert_link Business / Economics 27 February 2024 Morning Biz News: Summary of Financial News: Namibia's Tax Policies and Concerns: Analysts and industry experts are closely scrutinizing Namibia's tax policies, expressing concerns about the efficiency of revenue collection processes, specifically in tax refund processing. Cameron Kotze, the risk and compliance manager at Namib Mills, is urging the government to consider introducing capital gains tax incentives as part of broader reforms to streamline the system and stimulate economic growth. South Africa's Rand Depreciation: South Africa's rand […] todayFebruary 27, 2024 7