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Economic Growth

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Expert Sheehama Praises Namibia’s Trade Hosting Role

Namibia is set to co-host the upcoming Commonwealth Trade Ministers Meeting, with business expert Josef Sheehama calling it “a very good opportunity for the country” to highlight its role in presenting the Commonwealth’s position on the Multilateral Trading System to the World Trade Organization. Cabinet also endorsed plans for a biennial Investment Conference to drive trade, empower MSMEs, and advance regional integration. 

today18 August, 2025

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Business / Economics

2025 Mining Expo Opens with Record Participation

The 2025 Mining Expo and Conference launches today, marking its largest edition yet. Exhibitors have increased from 168 to 196, and booth spaces have risen from 268 to 313. Visitor registrations hit a record 7,831, a 31.7% increase from 2023. The event focuses on promoting skills development and boosting interest in the mining sector, says Lauren Graham, Chief Economist at the Chamber of Mines.

today5 August, 2025

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Namibia

Interview: Blue Growth Series Attracts Over 340 Entrepreneurs, Spotlight on Informal Sector

Standard Bank’s latest entrepreneurship initiative — the Blue Growth Series — has received over 340 applications within two weeks, with close to half coming from the local informal economy. This was revealed by Arinze Okafor, the founder of the Namibia Investment and Finance Academy (NIFA), during an interview on Fresh FM earlier today. “The response has been overwhelming,” Okafor said, noting that approximately 170 applicants are informal traders such as […]

today28 July, 2025

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Business / Economics

Vehicle Sales Surge in June 

The local car market saw a sharp rebound in June 2025, posting 1,313 units sold — a 29.9% jump from May and 32.2% higher than June 2024. According to Simonis Storm economist Almandro Jansen, the strong performance signals rising consumer confidence and an improved economic environment, making it the second-best month for sales this year.

today23 July, 2025

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Business / Economics

Jobless Rate Surge Poses Tax Threat

A spike in unemployment could severely shrink the tax base and weaken government revenue, warns a leading business and economics expert. In a recent interview, Josef Kefas Sheehama explained that fewer taxpayers mean lower collections and greater pressure on welfare spending. He says this cycle could drag down economic growth if urgent solutions aren’t found. 

today14 July, 2025

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Business / Economics

Interview: High Unemployment Puts Pressure on Revenue, Says Sheehama

Business and economics expert Josef Kefas Sheehama says the country’s rising unemployment rate is putting mounting pressure on tax collection, public finances, and overall economic stability. In an exclusive interview, Sheehama explained that while the official unemployment rate climbed from 33.4% in 2018 to 36.9% in 2023, the real figure could be much higher. “If we use what we call the standard mean, unemployment could actually stand at 60%,” he […]

today14 July, 2025

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Business / Economics

August Oil and Gas Conference to Drive Alignment

The third Oil and Gas Conference, happening from 12 to 15 August , will unite industry players, government, and partners to focus on aligning the sector with national development plans during the shift from exploration to production. Jason Kasuto is the Chairperson of the Economic Association:

today11 July, 2025

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Namibia

Urban Mobility Summit Aims to Drive Growth in Windhoek

Windhoek’s Urban Mobility Conference 2025 is underway with the theme “Driving Economic Growth Through Urban Mobility.” City spokesperson Lydia Amutenya says the event brings together policymakers, private innovators, scholars and community voices to craft solutions for an upgraded, greener public transport system. The push is to make mobility more sustainable while spurring economic opportunities.

today10 July, 2025