insert_link Namibia Construction Industries Federation to host forum at Lüderitz The Construction Industries Federation of Namibia (CIF), in partnership with various stakeholders, has announced that it will host the Infrastructure Development Forum in Lüderitz from 14 to 16 October 2025. The three-day event, which will be held at the Old Power Station Conference Centre, aims to bring together industry leaders, policymakers, investors, and community representatives to discuss Namibia’s infrastructure challenges and opportunities. CIF Chief Executive Officer, Bärbel Kirchner, said the […] today1 October, 2025
insert_link Africa Cape Town hosts summit to bridge Africa’s water funding gap Delegates photographed for Water Summit 2025 (Photo: aipwater.org) South Africa is hosting the African Union-AIP Water Investment Summit in Cape Town this week to tackle Africa’s R531-billion annual water investment gap. Leaders, investors, and global partners have gathered to mobilise funding for climate-resilient water infrastructure across the continent. South African Minister in the Presidency, Khumbudzo Ntshavheni, says the summit aims to deliver a decisive declaration on water investments. The summit […] today11 August, 2025
insert_link Namibia Youth Sandbox spotlights sports as economic driver Front Row: David Norman – U.S. Embassy Namibia Representative, Mr. Simataa Mwiya – Chief Administrator, Namibia Sports Commission, Mr. Matheus Haitota – Head of Sports UNAM, Hon. Dino Ballotti – Deputy Minister MEIYSAC, Hon. Utaara Mootu – LPM Member of Parliament. Back Row: Penouua Kaoti – U.S. Embassy Alumni, Petersen Nghiyoonanye – Moderator, Dr Nangula Mbako – MC The U.S. Embassy in Namibia hosted a high-impact event on 19 May […] today21 May, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Interview: Business Researcher Josef Sheehama on Beneficiation and External Loans: A Strategic Outlook for Namibia’s Economic Future IntroductionIn a recent interview, business researcher Josef Sheehama offered a comprehensive view of Namibia’s economic strategy, emphasizing the dual importance of beneficiation and external loan management. His vision for Namibia's economic independence hinges on industrialization, foreign direct investment (FDI), and leveraging natural resources to reduce dependency on external debt. 1. Namibia’s Vision 2030: Charting a Path to Industrialization Sheehama emphasizes that Vision 2030 is more than a governmental slogan—it […] today12 May, 2025
insert_link South Africa SA Govt Explores New Funding for Water Infrastructure Water and Sanitation minister in S.A Pemmy Majodina says her department is developing innovative ways of funding both national water resource infrastructure and water services infrastructure. The government is engaging local and international financial institutions and investors to unlock 100-billion-rand in infrastructure financing. Majodina says to date, the Infrastructure Fund has secured 23-billion-rand for seven large water infrastructure projects: today3 March, 2025
insert_link Opinion Pieces World Bank Economic Initiatives Propel Namibia to Prosperity Josef Kefas Sheehama The implementation of key long-term strategies, such as the National Development Plans (NDPs) and Harambee Prosperity Plans (HPPs), to advance Vision 2030 as a vehicle to industrialise the nation, as well as the country's growing poverty, insecurity, and fragility developmental goals and the increasing risks associated with climate change, have made it imperative to accelerate Namibia's development. Namibia's New Country Partnership Framework (CPF) which is part of […] today20 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Auditor-General’s Report Flags Major Financial Issues at the Municipality of Windhoek The Auditor-General’s report on Windhoek Municipality’s 2022 and 2023 finances, highlights major concerns, resulting in a disclaimer of opinion. Key issues include missing accounting policies for public-private partnerships, unapproved salary increases, incomplete land records, and possible data manipulation. With liabilities exceeding assets by over 723 million dollars, the Municipality faces serious solvency risks. The report warns these issues could impact service delivery, urging stricter controls and a financial recovery plan. today31 October, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics AU Member States join MSME forum in Windhoek The 3rd Annual Micro Small and Medium Enterprises Forum is currently underway in Windhoek. The forum has attracted delegates from 55 African Union member states and presents opportunities for SMEs from different African countries to showcase their products. We caught up with some exhibitors. SME Compete director, Danny Meyer. Thursday is the day last day for exhibitions at the AU MSME Forum. H.E. Amb. Albert Muchanga, the African Union […] today12 September, 2024
insert_link Africa 7th SADC Industrialisation week to be held in Harare The 7th SADC Industrialisation Week, aimed at driving regional economic growth, is scheduled for 28 July to 2 August 2024 in Harare, Zimbabwe. This public-private engagement platform aims to foster new opportunities for intra-African trade, develop cross-border value chains, and identify investment prospects across Southern Africa. Elijah Mukubonda, spokesperson for the Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade. today18 July, 2024
