insert_link AfricaNamibia joins U.S.-Africa business summit in Angola Windhoek, 23 June 2025 – Namibia has officially joined the 17th U.S.–Africa Business Summit in Luanda, Angola, taking place from 22 to 25 June 2025. Held under the theme “Pathways to Prosperity: A Shared Vision for U.S.–Africa Partnership”, the summit brings together more than 1,500 delegates, including African heads of state, senior U.S. officials, and private-sector leaders. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is leading Namibia’s delegation, which includes ministerial figures and […] today23 June, 2025 11
insert_link Science & TechnologySA’s Ramaphosa opens Africa’s first green hydrogen summit in Cape Town South African President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered the keynote address at the inaugural Africa Green Hydrogen Summit held at the Century City Conference Centre on Thursday, urging African countries to shape a continent-led green hydrogen agenda and secure their place in the global energy transition. Ramaphosa emphasized the importance of leveraging Africa’s abundant renewable resources, such as solar and wind, to produce green hydrogen, create jobs, and drive industrial growth. He […] today12 June, 2025 16
insert_link Business / EconomicsSouth Africa’s Cabinet approves mineral resources development bill for public comment South Africa’s Cabinet has approved the Mineral Resources Development Bill of 2025 for public comment. Minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo Ntshavheni announced the bill during a post-Cabinet briefing, saying it will streamline regulatory processes, improve investor confidence, and ensure fair distribution of mining benefits. The bill proposes a “one-stop shop” to simplify licensing, clear guidelines to secure mining rights, requirements for local processing of minerals, and measures to support local […] today16 May, 2025 31
insert_link South AfricaSA to Prioritize Development Financing in G20 Presidency South Africa's National Treasury Director-General, Duncan Pieterse, says South Africa will use its G20 Presidency to address financing for development and tackle barriers to growth in developing countries. The Finance and Central Bank Deputies' meeting is taking place in Cape Town this week. The G20 members represent about 85-percent of the world’s gross domestic product and 75-percent of international trade. Pieterse says South Africa has signalled a strong intent to […] today25 February, 2025 68
insert_link Business / EconomicsIndia-UK continue free trade negotiations in New Delhi India and the UK are continuing their free trade agreement negotiations in New Delhi. British Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds kickstarted talks this week after an eight week hiatus. Though the two countries say they have much to gain from an agreement - they're in no rush to finalise a deal. Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi. today25 February, 2025 57
insert_link Business / EconomicsNIDA Reports N$3 Billion in Assets in First-Ever Annual Report The Industrial Development Agency released its first annual report since its establishment in 2018, revealing asset management worth N$3 billion. NIDA Board Chairperson Sebulon Kankondi shared the figures, while Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi urged the agency to adopt a high-performance culture. NIDA CEO Richwell Lukonga : today25 February, 2025 133
insert_link South AfricaS.A’s Ramaphosa at the G20 summit advocates for green industrialisation S.A's Cyril Ramaphosa at the G20 summit advocated for green industrialisation and investment in critical minerals to drive sustainable development. In his keynote address, he urged G20 leaders to support efforts that ensure the benefits of these minerals are shared globally, benefiting both the Global South and North. Ramaphosa said investing in green industries and minerals is key to addressing climate change and driving inclusive economic growth: today21 February, 2025 41
insert_link Business / EconomicsNujoma’s Vision for Kunene’s Economic Growth Recognized Mining professional Stanley Kambonde has praised the late President Sam Nujoma’s commitment to unlocking the Kunene region’s economic potential. Speaking to NewsOnOne's Envaalde Matheus, Kambonde revealed that Nujoma personally funded his studies in oil, gas, and mining law in the UK with N$400,000. today20 February, 2025 44
insert_link Business / EconomicsTesla starts hiring in India after Prime Minister Modi met Elon Musk in US Tesla is hiring in India as the US electric carmaker moves ahead with plans to enter the South Asian market. This comes after Indian prime minister Narendra Modi met Tesla CEO Elon Musk during his visit to Washington last week. Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai. today18 February, 2025 113