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

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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 19

South Africa

OUTA Opposes Eskom’s Proposed 66% Electricity Price Hike

  The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse opposes Eskom's proposed 66-percent electricity price hike over three years, calling it unaffordable and harmful to the economy. They urge the power utility to focus on cutting costs and improving efficiency and focus on clean energy. OUTA’s Estienne Ruthnam urges the National Energy Regulator of South Africa to reject the increases to prevent further economic hardship for consumers and businesses alike:  

todayNovember 6, 2024 27

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