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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Cirrus Capital

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Namibia

Financial Struggles Worsen as State Support and Shack Dwellings Increase

About 25% of Namibians earning an income spend only N$521 monthly, while 90% cannot afford more than N$5,000, reflecting widespread financial struggles, according to Cirrus Capital. State support sustains nearly a quarter of households, with drought relief beneficiaries doubling to 364,927 in 2024. Shack dwellers now make up 28.7% of households, tripling since 2011 to 217,000, especially in the Khomas region. Rising inflation and declining self-sourced income have worsened inequality […]

todayDecember 19, 2024 7

Business / Economics

Cirrus Capital’s Groenewald Offers Insight on Central Bank’s Interest Rate Decision

The Bank of Namibia In October lowered its main interest rate, citing a faster-than-anticipated decline in inflation and the need for economic support. At that point in time, the Monetary Policy Committee unanimously agreed to reduce the repo rate by 25 basis points, bringing it to 7.25%. Cirrus Capital economist Tannan Groenewald shares his outlook on what the Bank might do next. ENG Tannan Groenewald repo  

todayDecember 4, 2024 14

Business / Economics

Bank of Namibia Set to Announce New Repo Rate

  With the Bank of Namibia’s repo rate decision set for later today, consumers are preparing for potential changes to borrowing costs and savings. The central bank maintained the repo rate at 7.25% during its last monetary policy update. Cirrus Capital economist Robert McGregor noted that while GDP growth is positive, private sector credit extension continues to lag.  

todayDecember 4, 2024 21

Business / Economics

Roland Brown weighs in on Hydrogen hype with Gary Stroebel

Cirrus Capital Co-Founder Roland Brown recently published an insightful article titled "Hydrogen Hype: Balancing the Equation," where he examines the growing excitement around hydrogen as a potential energy source. In an interview with Future Media CEO Gary Stroebel, Brown delves into the critical aspects of the hydrogen economy, offering a balanced perspective on its promises and challenges. Listen to the full interview: https://shorturl.at/tvjhR

todayOctober 7, 2024 32

Namibia

Finance Ministry calls for employee PAYE refunds after tax changes

The Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises has instructed employers to reimburse employees once the new statutory tax rates are gazetted, according to a media release issued on Saturday. The Ministry's spokesperson, Wilson Shikoto, explains.     Cirrus Capital economist Robert McGregor said that the amendment will provide consumers with additional relief over and above the 25 basis points repo rate reduction seen last month.      Meanwhile, business owner […]

todaySeptember 16, 2024 112

Business / Economics

Finance Minister tables Income Tax Amendment Bill

The Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Iipumbu Shiimi has introduced the Income Tax Amendment Act of 2024 in the National Assembly. The Act provides tax relief to individuals and non-mining companies by amending Schedule 4 of the Income Tax Act of 1981, which addresses tax rates. Shiimi had announced in the February 2024 national budget that all taxpayers would receive relief by adjusting the tax tables by N$50,000, exempting […]

todayAugust 7, 2024 339 4 2

Business / Economics

Relief for motorists as the Ministry of Mines and Energy announces fuel reduction

The Ministry of Mines and Energy has announced that petrol prices will decrease by 80 cents per litre,  diesel with 50ppm will decrease by 60 cents per litre and diesel 10ppm will decrease by 70 cents per litre. The changes come into effect on Wednesday 3 July 2024. Cirrus Capital economist Robert McGregor says despite the decreases we face for July, the fuel prices for both diesel and petrol are […]

todayJuly 1, 2024 49

Business / Economics

Paratus Namibia Holdings doubles market capital with N$ 600 million raise

Paratus Namibia Holdings Limited (PNH) has successfully raised over N$600 million through its recent Rights Issue and investment drive. The capital infusion has effectively doubled the company's market capital on the NSX.  The company says the raised capital was sourced from a diverse group of investors, including the Paratus Group (61,9%), Paratus employees (2,6%), institutional investors (34%), and retail investors (1,5%). Paratus Namibia Managing Director Andrew Hall adds that the […]

todayMay 16, 2024 99

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