insert_link Business / Economics Repo Rate Held at 6.50% to Support Stability The Bank of Namibia has kept the Repo rate unchanged at 6.50% following its final MPC meeting of the year earlier this week. The committee said the decision helps maintain the Namibia Dollar–Rand peg while supporting the domestic economy. Moderate economic growth, contained inflation, slower credit extension, a narrower trade deficit, and sufficient international reserves all shaped the decision. today4 December, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics All Eyes on Bank of Namibia’s Interest Rate Announcement The Bank of Namibia’s Monetary Policy Committee is expected to announce its latest interest rate decision today. With the repo rate at 6.75% and South Africa’s at 7.25%, economists say the move could influence inflation and currency stability. Cirrus Capital’s Robert McGregor provided his outlook before the announcement. today15 October, 2025
insert_link Africa Economists say dealing with inflation and cost-of-living are key to unlocking Africa’s economic stability (Photo credit: Nela Shikemeni) Economists say Africa’s path to economic stability depends on addressing inflation, disinflation, and the escalating cost of living. Theo Klein, an analyst at Oxford Economics in Cape Town, noted that government subsidies, surging food prices, and political factors are among the strongest forces driving household spending pressures across the continent. Klein explained that sustainable growth will require policies that not only curb inflation but also strengthen […] today14 October, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Inflation Rises to 3.5% in September The annual inflation rate increased to 3.5% in September from 3.2% in August, mainly driven by higher transport and housing costs. Simonis Storm economist Almandro Jansen noted that transport inflation rebounded to 1.3% after months of decline, largely due to rising vehicle prices, while food prices grew at a slower pace. today14 October, 2025
insert_link Oshiwambo Eliko loshilongo lelitumbapo nee 1.6 per cent moshikakofimbo sha xuuninwa shomudo woneudo Eliko loshilongo okwa teelelika li litumbepo nee 1.6 per cent moshikakofimbo sha xuuninwa shomudo woneudo. Olopota oyati ee per cent dayandjwa ota duulike eshuno pedu okudja pee 2.8 per cent odo dali da didilikwa moshikako fimbo shotete shomudo, omanga ee 3.3 per cent dali dadilikwa mefimbo lafaafana mo 2024. Shelikwatelela kolopota yapitifilwa oikundaneki okudja kombaanga yotete yopashiwana (FNB) oyati enghundipalo la didilikwa , ola etififwa eshi oshikondo shoikwamina osho ashike […] today1 October, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics GDP growth slows to 1.6% in second quarter Photo: Adobe stock Namibia’s economy grew by 1.6 percent year-on-year in the second quarter of 2025, down from 2.8 percent in the first quarter and 3.3 percent in the same period of 2024, according to a new report by the First National Bank of Namibia (FNB). FNB economist Helena Mboti said the data indicates the strain on consumers.“Private consumption collapsed to negative 7.2 percent year-on-year in the second quarter of […] today1 October, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Headline inflation eases to 3.2% in August Headline inflation in Namibia slowed to 3.2% year-on-year in August 2025, down from 3.5% in July and below market expectations of 3.5%. The slowdown was largely driven by softer food price pressures after improved regional rainfall boosted crop production. Food inflation fell from 6.1% in July to 5.2% in August, providing some relief for households. FNB economist Helena Mboti noted that this trend reflects a combination of improved harvests and […] today22 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Inflation Drops to 3.2% in August Simonis Storm office, Windhoek The annual inflation eased to 3.2% in August, compared to 4.4% in the same month last year and 3.5% in July. The August figure is the lowest recorded so far in 2025. The main contributor to inflation was food and non-alcoholic beverages. Simonis Storm economist Almandro Jansen said the slowdown reflects easing price pressures but cautioned that household budgets remain under strain. today17 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Annual inflation falls to 3.2% in August 2025 Inflation food basket (Photo: International Finance Business Desk) Headline annual inflation rate slowed to 3.2% in August 2025, down from 4.4% recorded in the same month last year, according to the Namibia Statistics Agency. Monthly inflation remained stable at 0.0%, compared to 0.1% in July. Analysis of average retail prices for selected products revealed regional variations. Consumers in Zone 2 paid the highest price for apples at N$41.42 per kilogram, […] today11 September, 2025
