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Economics

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07 February 2024 Morning Biz News: Current Economic Landscape: Key Updates

07 February 2024 Economics Update-   Namibian President's Cautious Optimism Amid Challenges: President Nangolo Mbumba, in the opening of the 9th session of the 7th Parliament, shares cautious optimism about Namibia's economic trajectory. While highlighting achievements in socio-economic development, he acknowledges significant challenges. President Mbumba urges Members of Parliament to focus on enacting laws that will support and bolster economic growth. De Beers and Okavango Diamond Company Appeal on Russian […]

todayFebruary 7, 2024 3

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BIZ NEWS 1 FEBRUARY 2024: Financial Insights Digest: Economic Surges, Strategic Moves, and Global Indicators – A Comprehensive Overview

1. Namibia's Economic Outlook Soars on Surging Uranium Prices The Chamber of Mines anticipates a robust economic boost for Namibia in 2024, driven by a remarkable surge in uranium prices, marking the highest in over 12 years. Veston Malango, CEO of the Chamber, highlights the expected upturn, fueled by increased production in existing mines and the anticipated commencement of production at the Langer Heinrich uranium mine in the first quarter […]

todayFebruary 1, 2024 5

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Environment

Can ‘degrowth’ solve our ecological, social & economic problems?

Two people biking in Amsterdam, a city well known for its cycling culture. Image by Sabina Fratila (@momhasapples) via Unsplash. By Mike DiGirolamo, Rachel Donald via Mongabay Research published in the journal Humanities and Social Sciences Communications finds that just in the United States, trillions of dollars are wasted on things that do not improve the quality of life for Americans. Podcast guest Timothée Parrique, an economist and researcher at the Lund University School of […]

todayJanuary 31, 2024 25

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BIZ NEWS: Economic Developments and Global Partnerships: A Roundup of Recent Updates

1. Trans-Kalahari Railway Tender Nears Conclusion for Crucial Botswana Connection The Namibian government is actively engaged in finalizing the awarding of the Trans-Kalahari railway tender, with the goal of establishing a vital connection with Botswana by the end of the current year. The tender, which concluded in November 2023, garnered significant interest from both international and local companies, reflecting a strategic move towards enhancing regional infrastructure. 2. Arcelormittal South Africa […]

todayJanuary 30, 2024 7

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Africa

26 January 2024 Business Highlights – The World’s Latest Economic Developments

By Leonard Witbeen Namibia Airports Company Engages Local Leaders for Airport ExpansionThe Namibia Airports Company (NAC) is in talks with traditional authorities and local leadership in the Zambezi and Kavango East regions to secure additional land for the development of modern airports. Bisey Uirab, NAC's CEO, highlighted that the current airports in the Zambezi and Kavango East regions are situated on land owned by the Ministry of Defence and Veterans […]

todayJanuary 26, 2024 6

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BIZ NEWS JANUARY 25, 2024: Namibian Government Rules Out Immediate National Airline, Hints at Regional Carrier Future

In the wake of Air Namibia's 2021 liquidation, the Namibian government has officially dismissed any immediate plans for a new national airline. Works and Transport Minister John Mutorwa conveyed this decision, while also offering a glimpse of hope for the emergence of a future Namibian-flag carrier. Mutorwa hinted at the possibility of a smaller, regional airline taking flight down the line. [Read more] South Africa's Inflation Sees Further Decline in […]

todayJanuary 25, 2024 7

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Namibia’s Annual Inflation Moderates to 5.3% in December 2023

In December 2023, Namibia experienced a moderation in its annual inflation rate, standing at 5.3% year-on-year. This represented a slowdown from the 5.7% year-on-year figure observed in November 2023 and a more substantial decline from the 6.9% recorded the previous year. FNB Namibia Economist, Ruusa Nandago, provides insights into what can be anticipated regarding inflation for the year 2024.  

todayJanuary 24, 2024 27

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Morning Biz News- Headline: “Namibia’s Trade Dynamics, Rand Strengthens, Nigeria Supports Shell, and Oil Prices Fluctuate in Global Markets”

1. Namibia's Trade Balance Shows Improvement in November 2023 Namibia's trade balance exhibited a deficit of N$4 billion in November 2023, reflecting an improvement compared to the N$4.5 billion deficit recorded in October 2023. The trade landscape underscores China as the largest market for exports, while South Africa maintains its position as Namibia's primary supplier. This update offers insights into the country's evolving economic relationships and trade dynamics. 2. South […]

todayJanuary 19, 2024 5

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