insert_link Namibia NSA Surveys Financial Habits Across the Country The Statistics Agency has begun a nationwide Financial Inclusion Survey, set to continue until 4 November, covering all 14 regions. The survey will explore how citizens use banking, credit, insurance, and savings products. Tannan Groenewaldt from CIRRUS Capital: today8 October, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Interview: Prime Minister Ngurare’s National Youth Fund Launch Draws Mixed Reactions from Entrepreneurs In response to the recent launch of the National Youth Development Fund by Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare in Windhoek, Frans Koita, business consultant at DKL Africa Consultants CC, shared insights on the allocation of funds to pilot-phase entrepreneurs. Koita highlighted that most of the 42 selected beneficiaries are involved in agricultural projects. “This is largely because the fund draws from three institutions: the Development Bank of Namibia (DBN), Agribank, […] today2 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia Dordabis Community Benefits from Climate-Smart Food Initiative With N$150,000 support from Santam Namibia, Miss Namibia 2024, Prisca Anyolo, unveiled a climate-smart food project in Dordabis. The program is designed to combat hunger, promote self-reliance, and provide skills and economic empowerment. Anyolo noted the project’s goal is to help communities move beyond dependence on food aid toward sustainable food systems. Santam CEO is Franco Feris. For the full interview listen to the Business tonight on NOVA 103.5 today25 September, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Interview: Expert warns youth are missing out on N$257 million National Youth Fund Leonard Witbeen | August 27, 2025 Business and economics expert Josef Sheehama has raised concerns over the low participation of youth in the newly approved National Youth Fund, which has been allocated N$257 million for 2025-2026. The fund is designed to empower young entrepreneurs, reduce unemployment, and contribute to broader economic growth. He highlighted that only 187 youth have attempted to apply so far, with many struggling to prepare viable […] today27 August, 2025
insert_link Namibia Namibia Pushes Water Security at AU Summit The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, represented by Minister Inge Zaamwani, took part in the AU-AIP Water Investment Summit to tackle Africa’s $30 billion annual water investment gap. Ministry spokesperson Simon Nghipandulwa highlighted that water security remains a strategic priority, with N$4.8 billion allocated in the 2025/26 budget and support from partners such as the African Development Bank and KfW. today19 August, 2025
insert_link Dr. Sam Nujoma NEKA Coordinator Reflects on Sam Nujoma’s Economic Empowerment The Exile Kids Association Ongwediva district coordinator, Festus Kalongela, acknowledges the late Founding President Sam Nujoma’s role in economically empowering exile kids. This report is filed by NewsOnOne on One Africa TV’s Josia Shiweda. Catch last night's full bulletin on oneafrica.tv. Weeknights at 7 watch it on GoTv 84, DSTv 284 or stream for free on oneafrica.tv today21 February, 2025
insert_link Opinion Pieces World Bank Economic Initiatives Propel Namibia to Prosperity Josef Kefas Sheehama The implementation of key long-term strategies, such as the National Development Plans (NDPs) and Harambee Prosperity Plans (HPPs), to advance Vision 2030 as a vehicle to industrialise the nation, as well as the country's growing poverty, insecurity, and fragility developmental goals and the increasing risks associated with climate change, have made it imperative to accelerate Namibia's development. Namibia's New Country Partnership Framework (CPF) which is part of […] today20 January, 2025
insert_link Local Letshego Holdings Namibia Welcomes Herwin Tsowaseb as Head of Credit Letshego Holdings Namibia is delighted to announce the appointment of Herwin Tsowaseb as Head of Credit, effective 15 November 2024. Herwin brings a wealth of expertise in credit evaluation and financial management, with over a decade of experience in senior roles at some of Namibia’s leading financial institutions. Herwin’s academic credentials further underscore his capability. He holds a Master of Philosophy in Development Finance from the University of Stellenbosch […] today21 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia 30 New Peace Corps Volunteers Sworn In 30 new Peace Corps Trainees were sworn in at the town of Okahandja, starting their two-year commitment as Health and Economic Empowerment Volunteers. Since 1990, a total of 1,886 volunteers have worked on community projects across Namibia. With the addition of this group, 60 volunteers are now serving in regions from Lüderitz to Katima Mulilo. Peace Corp's Patrick Pollais: today15 November, 2024
