insert_link Business / Economics Economist Embraces Tax Amnesty Announcement During the presentation of the mid-term budget, Finance minister,Iipumbu Shiimi, announced the extension of the tax amnesty programme until October 31, 2026. It was originally set to expire today. Economist Gabriel Erastus provided his insights on the announcement. todayOctober 31, 2024 21
insert_link Business / Economics Local economist provides his perspective on the U.S Fed’s move to cut interest rates The U.S. Federal Reserve has implemented a significant half-percentage-point interest rate cut, exceeding typical reductions. According to Reuters, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell stated the decision underscores policymakers' commitment to maintaining low unemployment as inflation continues to ease. Local economist Gabriel Erastus also provided his perspective on the move. todaySeptember 23, 2024 12
insert_link Oshiwambo O Monetary Policy Committee yo Bank of Namibia oya tokola oku kaleka ondjele yoku hehelitha ano o repo rate poo % 7.75. O repo rate oyo ondjele ndjoka oombanga dhopaipindi hadhi gwedhelwako uuna tadhi hehela oshimaliwa kombaanga onene ano ndjoka yili o Bank of Namibia. Nondjele ndjoka oombaanga dhopaipindi hayi gwedheleko aayakulwa uuna taya hehela oshimaliwa otayi thigala wo poo % 11.50. Metseyitho lyonena,ngoloneya gombaanga Johannes Qawaxab okwati shika otashi tsikile oku gamenenapo ekwatathano pokati kodollar ya Namibia no rand ya South Africa,noku yambidhidha iinyangadhalwa yeliko lyomoshilongo. Omunongoliko iithikamenapo Gabriel […] todayApril 17, 2024 39
insert_link Business / Economics Mines and Energy Minister denies oil license corruption allegations Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo has denied corruption allegations related to oil and gas licensing off Namibia's coast. The accusations were raised in a letter from Louis Beauvais, representing TotalEnergies shareholders, and addressed to company CEO Patrick Pouyanne. Economist Gabriel Erastus comments on the allegations. todayFebruary 1, 2024 135