insert_link Business / Economics 28 March 2024 Morning Biz News: Economic Insights: Record Mining Production, Nigeria’s Economic Overhaul, and Global Market Trends In the dynamic landscape of global economics, recent developments highlight both achievements and strategic shifts aimed at fostering growth and stability. From record-breaking production figures in the mining sector to comprehensive economic reforms in Nigeria, coupled with fluctuations in oil prices and currency markets, these events offer insights into the current state of affairs and future trajectories. Andrada Mining's Milestone Performance Andrada Mining has made headlines with its remarkable […] todayMarch 28, 2024 20
insert_link Business / Economics Market Watch – 26 March 2024 Michelle speaks to Robert McGregor about growth opportunities. https://iono.fm/e/1419741 todayMarch 27, 2024 49
insert_link Business / Economics 27 March 2024 Morning Biz News: Financial Indicators Roundup: Updates and Analysis In the dynamic landscape of global finance, recent developments across various sectors have sparked considerable interest and analysis. Let's delve into the latest financial indicators to glean insights into key economic trends: Namibia's Green Hydrogen Project Gears Up for Operations: Obeth Kandjoze, Chairperson of the Namibia Green Hydrogen Council, has announced significant progress in the Daures Green Hydrogen Village project. Currently at 80% completion, the project is set to commence […] todayMarch 27, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia Expert Emphasizes Transparency as Key in State-Owned Enterprises Independent business researcher Josef Sheehama has underscored the paramount significance of transparency in state-owned enterprises, commonly referred to as parastatals. Addressing the matter, Sheehama pointed out the clear connection between the absence of transparency and the widespread occurrence of corruption within these organizations. todayMarch 26, 2024 14
insert_link Business / Economics EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Independent Business and Economics Researcher Josef Kefas Sheehama Advocates for Parastatal Transparency In a recent statement, Josef Sheehama emphasized the critical importance of transparency within state-owned enterprises, also known as parastatals. Speaking on the issue, Sheehama highlighted the direct correlation between the lack of transparency and the prevalence of corruption within these entities. Sheehama asserted that without adequate transparency and accountability measures in place, corruption becomes an enticing prospect for individuals seeking personal enrichment at the expense of public resources. He underscored […] todayMarch 26, 2024 15
insert_link Business / Economics 25 March 2024 Morning Biz News: Financial Insights: Updates from the Global Market 1. Fitch Ratings Affirms Development Bank of Namibia's Ratings Despite Losses Fitch Ratings recently announced its decision to maintain the Development Bank of Namibia Limited's Long-Term Issuer Default Ratings at 'BB-' and its National Long-Term Rating at 'AA+(zaf)', with a stable outlook. Despite facing a setback with a N$270 million loss in the 2023 financial year due to high loan impairment charges, Fitch remains optimistic about the bank's future. The […] todayMarch 25, 2024 11
insert_link Business / Economics Global Financial Landscape: Collaborative Initiatives and Market Dynamics Germany and Namibia Join Forces for Green Hydrogen Initiative In a significant stride towards sustainable energy development, Germany and Namibia have inked a pivotal agreement to bolster the Green Hydrogen Namibia Programme. This collaborative effort signifies a dedicated push towards constructing local H2 value chains aimed at fostering socio-economic growth while prioritizing environmental sustainability. The Green Hydrogen Namibia Programme, a newly established organization, emerges as a beacon of hope in […] todayMarch 22, 2024 4
insert_link Business / Economics Market Watch – 19 March 2024 Michelle speaks to First Rand economist Ruusa Nandago about the recently released preliminary National Census results. https://iono.fm/e/1417573 todayMarch 20, 2024 8
insert_link Business / Economics 20 March 2024 Morning Biz News: Latest Financial Highlights: Dividends, Solar Power Initiative, Oil Prices, and Market Trends FirstRand Namibia Announces Dividend Payment to Government Institutions Pension Fund: FirstRand Namibia has declared dividends amounting to over 321 million Namibian dollars to the Government Institutions Pension Fund. These dividends, stemming from the financial year ending June 2023, underscore the strong performance of FirstRand Namibia's diverse portfolio of financial services businesses. Noteworthy subsidiaries contributing to this success include FNB Namibia, RMB Namibia, WesBank Namibia, Ashburton Investments Namibia, and PointBreak […] todayMarch 20, 2024 14
