insert_link Business / Economics 24 April Morning Biz News: Namibia’s Exchange Control Policies Pose Challenges to Oil and Gas Sector Expansion The Brief reports that Higino Mutemba, Head of Oilfield Services at RMB, has raised concerns about Namibia's stringent exchange control policies potentially hindering the country's ambitious plans for its burgeoning oil and gas sector. Despite Namibia's efforts to regulate foreign currency flows, Mutemba warns that these policies could deter international investors, drawing attention to the difficulties encountered in repatriating funds from other African nations. Namibia has been actively seeking to […] todayApril 24, 2024 37
insert_link Business / Economics 28 March 2024-A April 2024 Weekly Economics Wrap-Up Namibian Developments Namibian Local Content Conference: The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in collaboration with Antila Consultancy, is organizing the inaugural Namibian Local Content Conference from April 16 to 18. This conference aims to enhance local engagement in Namibia's burgeoning oil and gas sector by facilitating discussions among government officials, international oil companies, private sector stakeholders, and SMEs. Foreign Direct Investments in Oil and Gas Sector: The Bank of […] todayApril 4, 2024 4
insert_link Business / Economics Market Watch – 26 March 2024 Michelle speaks to Robert McGregor about growth opportunities. https://iono.fm/e/1419741 todayMarch 27, 2024 54
insert_link Business / Economics Economic Highlights and Financial Indicators: A Snapshot of Recent Developments Namibia's Tourism Sector Sees a Surge in Leisure Travel: In 2023, the Hospitality Association of Namibia reported a significant shift in travel patterns, with 90% of visits attributed to leisure trips. This marks a notable increase from the 84% recorded in 2019. The data suggests a growing preference for immersive and experiential travel within Namibia's tourism industry, reflecting a positive trend for the country's leisure sector. South Africa's Rand Weakened […] todayJanuary 22, 2024 4