insert_link 2 Namibia Youth unemployment crisis draws national attention as MP calls for action Swapo MP Emma Muteko has raised alarm over the escalating youth unemployment crisis, particularly in the Kavango East and Omusati regions, calling for an urgent investigation into the root causes affecting young people aged 15 to 24. Speaking during a session of the National Council, Muteko expressed concern about the persistent lack of opportunities for the country’s youth and urged the government to clarify what is driving the regional disparities […] today21 May, 2025 20 2
insert_link Business / Economics Statistics Agency Reports Major Drop in Trade Deficit The Statistics Agency reports that Namibia’s trade deficit declined drastically from N$5.5 billion in December 2024 to N$119 million in January 2025. These figures are outlined in the latest International Merchandise Trade Statistics Bulletin. Our correspondent is One Africa TV NewsOnOne's Ellen Shihepo: Watch NewsOnOne weeknights on One Africa TV on GoTv channel 84, DSTv 284 or stream on oneafrica.tv today5 February, 2025 30
insert_link Namibia Unemployment Rate Takes Namibia To The Top In SADC Namibia has the highest unemployment rate in southern Africa at 36.9%, affecting 320,450 citizens, according to the Namibia Statistics Agency. In an International Labor Organization report, it tops the SADC region, ahead of Eswatini (34.2%) and South Africa (32.6%), while other countries remain below 30%. Some economists argue the real rate exceeds 50% when discouraged jobseekers are included. Meanwhile, the Namibia Economic Freedom Fighters in a social media post, says […] today3 February, 2025 87
Business / Economics Namibia reports trade deficit of N$5.5 billion The Namibia Statistics Agency has released the Namibia International Merchandise Trade Statistics Bulletin for the month of November 2024 which indicates that the country’s exports stood at 12.2 billion and imports at 17.7 billion resulting in the country's trade deficit of 5.5 billion. NSA spokesperson, Mirjam Shihepo. today16 January, 2025 56
insert_link Namibia NSA Launches National Population Proximity Atlas The Namibia Statistics Agency has launched its first National Population Proximity Atlas, focusing on the proximity of the country's population to health facilities and telecommunications coverage. The atlas, based on the 2023 Population and Housing Census, reveals that 87% of citizens live within 10 kilometers of a health facility, with urban areas having near-total access. This initiative aims to improve evidence-based planning and resource allocation for better service delivery across […] today5 December, 2024 44
insert_link Business / Economics Production sector experiences slight price decrease The Namibia Statistics Agency has released the Producer Price Index for the third quarter of 2024, showing a slight decrease in production prices both quarter on quarter and year on year. This suggests a small contraction in the overall production sector. NSA spokesperson Mirjam Shihepo has the details. today21 November, 2024 46
insert_link Namibia NSA Denies Government Interference in Delayed Unemployment Data Release Namibia Statistics Agency's statistician general Alex Shimuafeni has refuted claims of government interference in the delay of unemployment statistics reports indicate. This after releasing the 2023 census data without employment figures, the NSA received a letter of demand from the Economic Policy Research Association calling for the data within 10 days. Shimuafeni emphasized the NSA’s commitment to impartiality, stating that data is released simultaneously to all stakeholders without prior consultation. today11 November, 2024 24
insert_link Business / Economics Khomas region sees highest inflation at 4.2% The Namibia Statistics Agency has reported that the headline inflation for October was 3%. Among the zonal inflation rates, Zone 2 (Khomas region) recorded the highest at 4.2%. Spokesperson Mirjam Shihepo has more. today7 November, 2024 40
insert_link Local Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) and Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) Announce Journalist Training at Hardap Dam Resort For Immediate Release Windhoek, November 5, 2024 – The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) and Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) hereby announce a collaborative journalism training program to be held at Hardap Dam Resort from November 7 to 9, 2024. This initiative, led by the NSA’s Census team, aims to proactively equip journalists with skills in understanding, accessing, and accurately reporting data, specifically focusing on census data. Over 14 journalists […] today5 November, 2024 17