insert_link Interview TranscriptsInterview: Josef Sheehama Calls for Namibia to Join BRICS to Boost Economic Growth and Industrialization Economic expert Josef Sheehama made a strong case for Namibia to join the BRICS bloc, describing it as a smart and strategic move for the country’s future. Speaking about the fragile global economic and political environment, Sheehama stressed that Namibia can no longer afford to remain neutral but must diversify its international alliances and rebalance traditional ties to reduce dependence on partners who may not fully support its interests. Sheehama […] today16 June, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsInterview: China’s Path, Africa’s Future: Sheehama Unpacks Key Takeaways from Kunming Forum Business and economics researcher Josef Sheehama has returned from the 14th China-African Think Tank Forum in Kunming, China, with key reflections on how China’s development model—particularly in poverty alleviation and modernization—could offer Africa, and Namibia specifically, a valuable roadmap for future industrialization. The forum, attended by over 150 scholars, policymakers, and experts from across the African continent and China, served as a platform to examine shared challenges and explore developmental […] today27 May, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsInterview: Business Researcher Josef Sheehama on Beneficiation and External Loans: A Strategic Outlook for Namibia’s Economic Future IntroductionIn a recent interview, business researcher Josef Sheehama offered a comprehensive view of Namibia’s economic strategy, emphasizing the dual importance of beneficiation and external loan management. His vision for Namibia's economic independence hinges on industrialization, foreign direct investment (FDI), and leveraging natural resources to reduce dependency on external debt. 1. Namibia’s Vision 2030: Charting a Path to Industrialization Sheehama emphasizes that Vision 2030 is more than a governmental slogan—it […] today12 May, 2025
