insert_link Business / Economics Namibia to Host Oil and Gas Conference in August Namibia will hold the Oil and Gas Conference in Windhoek from 20-22 August 2024. The event will gather key players in Namibia's oil and gas sector, along with civil society and the public, to discuss the potential, opportunities, and risks of developing the country's oil and gas industry. Chairperson of the Economic Association of Namibia, Jason Kasuto. today31 July, 2024
insert_link Namibia Institute for Public Policy Research ‘s Integrity Namibia Project Hosts Regional Anti-Corruption Conference in Luderitz The Institute for Public Policy Research is launching the third regional anti-corruption conference today in Luderitz as part of its Integrity Namibia project. This initiative aims to establish a nationwide network of non-state actors dedicated to combating corruption in Namibia. The project plans to organize four regional conferences and one national conference by 2025. Here's director-Graham Hopwood. today7 May, 2024
insert_link World U.S reimposes sanctions on Venezuelan oil industry The U.S government is reimposing sanctions against Venezuela's oil industry that it eased 6 months ago. It comes after Caracas put restrictions on opposition candidates trying to run in this year's presidential election. Nick Harper reports from Washington. today18 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia Lüderitz Mayor Highlights Diverse Opportunities in Energy Sectors Lüderitz Mayor Phillippus Balhao emphasized that the oil, gas, and renewable energy industries offer extensive opportunities extending beyond government revenues. Addressing the Namibia Local Content Conference, Balhao underscored the potential for new economic sectors if these industries are managed wisely. He stressed the ongoing efforts to refine Namibia's local content policy framework, aiming for broad stakeholder engagement to empower Namibians in these sectors through training, job creation, and enterprise development. today17 April, 2024
insert_link Namibia Institute for Public Policy ResearchHosts Webinar on Extractive Industry Transparency Against the backdrop of Namibia's burgeoning oil and gas discoveries, expanding mining operations, and forthcoming green hydrogen production, the Institute for Public Policy Research organized a webinar focusing on transparency in the extractive sector. Collaborating with the Namibia Media Trust and Deutsche Welle, the webinar aimed to address the critical need for transparency in light of these developments. Graham Hopwood, Executive Director of IPPR, provided insights during the event. today4 April, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics 04 April 2024 Morning Biz News: Financial Highlights and Global Market Trends Here's a roundup of the latest financial news and global market trends shaping economic landscapes worldwide: Namibia's Oil and Gas Sector Attracts Significant Investments: The Bank of Namibia has reported that the oil and gas sector in Namibia has received N$33.4 billion in foreign direct investments between 2021 and 2023. Governor Johannes !Gawaxab highlighted the transformative potential of these investments, which have been catalyzed by a substantial oil discovery in […] today4 April, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics 13 February 2024 Biz News: Economic Landscape Update: Fuel Levy Increase, Currency Movements, and Global Market Dynamics A Comprehensive Overview of Key Developments Shaping Economic Trends 1. Road Fund Administration Seeks Additional N$1 Fuel Levy Increase The Road Fund Administration (RFA) in Namibia is actively pursuing a further N$1 increase in the fuel levy, building on the 20-cent hike implemented in December. While the initial adjustment aimed to address the funding gap for road maintenance and rehabilitation, RFA Chief Executive Officer Ali Ipinge acknowledges that it falls […] today13 February, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics 07 February 2024 Morning Biz News: Current Economic Landscape: Key Updates 07 February 2024 Economics Update- Namibian President's Cautious Optimism Amid Challenges: President Nangolo Mbumba, in the opening of the 9th session of the 7th Parliament, shares cautious optimism about Namibia's economic trajectory. While highlighting achievements in socio-economic development, he acknowledges significant challenges. President Mbumba urges Members of Parliament to focus on enacting laws that will support and bolster economic growth. De Beers and Okavango Diamond Company Appeal on Russian […] today7 February, 2024
insert_link Namibia New school required at Lüderitz: Ndjaleka !Nami#Nus Constituency Councillor, Susan Ndjaleka has called on government to prioritise building a new school at Lüderitz ahead of the much-anticipated developments earmarked for the town. Ndjeleka made the call in a recent interview with Nampa, saying people have started migrating to Lüderitz because of the developments around the town such as the green hydrogen and oil. The current schools, she said might therefore, not be able to accommodate […] today22 January, 2024
