insert_link Business / Economics EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Navigating Namibia’s Gray Listing: Insights from Independent Business and Economics Researcher Josef Kefas Sheehama In a recent conversation with independent business and economics researcher Josef Kefas Sheehama, the focus turned to Namibia's gray listing by the Financial Action Task Force on the 23rd of February. Despite the challenges posed by this development, Sheehama emphasizes that being on the gray list is not a death sentence for Namibia's economy. In this article, we delve into Sheehama's insights on the impact of the gray listing […] todayFebruary 27, 2024 19
insert_link Business / Economics Driving Economic Transformation: Namibia’s Strategic Moves, South Africa’s Inflation Trends, and Global Financial Indicators In the dynamic landscape of global economics, strategic initiatives play a pivotal role in shaping the future prosperity of nations. In this article, we delve into three key developments that are currently influencing economic dynamics: Namibia's focus on dry ports and railway upgrades, South Africa's inflation trends, and the latest global financial indicators. Namibia's Economic Transformation: Analysts are highlighting the transformative potential of prompt execution of dry ports and […] todayFebruary 22, 2024 13
insert_link Business / Economics 20 February 2024 Morning Biz News: “Namibia Seeks Higher Diamond Stake in De Beers Negotiations, Rand Faces Decline Amidst Economic Anticipation, and Naira Hits Record Lows: A Snapshot of Current Financial Dynamics” Namibia is actively engaging in negotiations with De Beers to secure a higher percentage of diamonds extracted within its borders. Currently, Namibia retains 15% of diamonds mined by Debmarine and Namdeb for value addition under the existing agreement. With this arrangement set to conclude in 2026, Mines Minister Tom Alweendo has revealed ongoing discussions to potentially increase the country's share of diamonds. The South African rand faced a decline against […] todayFebruary 20, 2024 20
insert_link Business / Economics Morning Biz News 19 February 2024 :Economic Highlights: Developments and Challenges Across Africa In the ever-evolving landscape of African economies, recent developments and challenges have shaped the financial outlook for various nations. This article explores key updates from Puma Energy Namibia, South Africa's currency resilience, the African Development Bank's economic report, and the impact of U.S. economic indicators. Puma Energy Namibia's Pause on EV Charging Stations: Puma Energy Namibia recently announced the temporary suspension of its initiative to install electric vehicle (EV) […] todayFebruary 19, 2024 4
insert_link Business / Economics IJG Ghost Biz – 15 February 2024 Gary and The Ghost speak about Santam, Transaction Capital's proposed unbundling of WeBuyCars, Cashbuild, Anglo American, and Naspers. https://iono.fm/e/1406017 todayFebruary 16, 2024 12
insert_link Business / Economics The Alexforbes Lead Story – 15 February 2024 David finds out more about the African Leadership Institute from co-founder Dr. Chrisna von Gericke-Fourie. https://iono.fm/e/1405983 todayFebruary 16, 2024 13
insert_link Business / Economics WEEKLY ECONOMICS WRAP: Global Economic Developments Impacting Various Sectors In a week marked by significant economic events, here's a roundup of key developments across different regions: Namibia: Plastic Bag Pricing Probe and TotalEnergies' Investment Focus The Environment, Forestry, and Tourism ministry in Namibia are investigating potential overpricing of plastic bags by retailers. Preliminary findings indicate that some businesses are charging between N$1 and N$5 per plastic carry bag, prompting concerns about adherence to government-mandated rates. On a positive note, […] todayFebruary 15, 2024 7
insert_link Business / Economics 15 February 2024 Morning Biz News: Economic Developments and Financial Indicators: A Snapshot of Recent News In the dynamic landscape of global economies, recent developments highlight the challenges and opportunities faced by various countries. From ambitious power projects in Namibia to currency fluctuations in South Africa, outstanding debts settlement in Nigeria, and unexpected economic downturns in Japan, this article provides insights into the latest economic trends. Additionally, we'll explore the current financial indicators that play a crucial role in shaping the economic landscape. NamPower's Bold […] todayFebruary 15, 2024 1
insert_link Business / Economics Market Watch – 13 February 2024 Michelle speaks to Oxford Economics economist Theo Klein about how inflation in our neighbouring countries affects us too. https://iono.fm/e/1405946 todayFebruary 14, 2024 21