NIGERIA CENTRAL BANK

Morning Biz News – 21 February 2025

Namibia Poised for Historic Trade Milestone Namibia is set to make history with its first export under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), marking a significant milestone in the country’s trade expansion efforts. According to The Brief publication, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry has called on local businesses with consignments ready for shipment by next month to participate in this groundbreaking initiative. The move is expected to enhance […]

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Business / Economics

29 October 2024 Morning Business News Update

Beef Industry Growth: The Namibian beef industry has seen remarkable growth this year, with exports reaching 17.6 million kilograms by the third quarter, marking a 66.2% increase compared to the same period in 2023. This surge is largely driven by strong demand from the European Union and consistent contributions from other key markets, as reported by The Brief from the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia. Dis-Chem's Market Entry: […]

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Business / Economics

25 September Morning Biz News: Global Markets Surge Amid China’s Stimulus, While Namibia’s Economic Growth Slows to 3.5% in Q2

Namibia's Economic Growth: The economy expanded by 3.5% year-on-year in Q2 2024, a slowdown from the 4.3% recorded in Q1 and slightly lower than the 3.6% growth in Q2 2023. This marks 13 consecutive quarters of growth since the Q1 2021 contraction. For Q2, nominal GDP reached N$59.5 billion, with real GDP standing at N$39.1 billion. Safaricom Raises $116.73 Million: Kenya's largest telecom operator, Safaricom, raised $116.73 million through […]

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