insert_link Business / EconomicsRepo Rate Held at 6.50% to Support Stability The Bank of Namibia has kept the Repo rate unchanged at 6.50% following its final MPC meeting of the year earlier this week. The committee said the decision helps maintain the Namibia Dollar–Rand peg while supporting the domestic economy. Moderate economic growth, contained inflation, slower credit extension, a narrower trade deficit, and sufficient international reserves all shaped the decision. today4 December, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsPrivate Sector Credit Hits 2-Year High Amid Business Confidence Local Private Sector Credit Extension surged to 4.1% in January this year, its fastest pace since early 2023. The growth is driven by stronger corporate lending, signaling renewed confidence, while household credit demand remains subdued. Almandro Jansen is an economist at Simonis Storm: today5 March, 2025