insert_link Business / EconomicsGovt Engages Regions on Continental Trade The International Relations and Trade ministry, working with the Industries, Mines, and Energy ministry, has launched regional consultations with the business community to advance participation in the African Continental Free Trade Area. The first meetings took place in Lüderitz, Hardap, and Omaheke. Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi says the initiative is key to strengthening regional trade integration. today4 September, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsPresident Champions Intra-Africa Investment for Growth Head of State, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, says strengthening investment ties with fellow African nations is vital for harnessing local resource wealth. During a courtesy call by Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote at State House, the President noted that partnerships like these can drive sustainable development. Selma Taapopi filed this report for NewsOnOne. today20 June, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsSouth Africa is hosting G20 Employment Working Group meetings in Gqeberha South Africa is hosting G20 Employment Working Group meetings in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape, focusing on labour and employment issues. The four-day event will cover youth employment, gender equality, income inequality, and digitalisation’s impact. Guest countries from Africa have been invited to enhance regional cooperation. Employment and Labour minister Nomakhosazana Meth says the meetings align with South Africa’s G20 presidency theme of solidarity, equality and sustainability: today19 February, 2025
insert_link AfricaNamibia to Ratify SADC Prisoner Transfer Agreement The Namibian government is set to ratify the SADC Protocol on Inter-State Transfer of Sentenced Offenders, allowing Namibians convicted abroad to serve their sentences in Namibia. The proposal, introduced by the Deputy Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety, and Security, aims to strengthen regional cooperation on criminal justice. If passed, the agreement will facilitate prisoner exchanges between Namibia and other SADC member states, ensuring humanitarian considerations and access to […] today14 February, 2025
