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Interview Transcripts

Interview: Activist Questions ReconAfrica’s Oil Claims and Namcor Share Deal Silence

Social justice advocate Roob Parker is demanding answers over what he calls a troubling lack of transparency surrounding ReconAfrica’s operations in Namibia. In an interview, Parker questioned why a 2022 letter of intent — which proposed the sale of 5% of Namcor’s shares in ReconAfrica — never materialized into a completed transaction. “The shares were supposed to be sold at roughly $4 to $4.50 each, but here we are, years […]

today23 July, 2025

Business / Economics

Interview: Erastus Cautions Against Rushed Nationalisation, Urges Strategic Preparation

  Economist Gabriel Erastus has urged lawmakers to proceed with caution on proposals to nationalise Namibia’s strategic sectors, warning that such decisions must be guided by strategy, skills, and solid research. Speaking in response to a recent proposal by National Assembly member Mr. Kaaronda on the nationalisation of key sectors and resources, Erastus acknowledged that the call “comes from a good place” — especially in light of limited national benefits […]

today23 June, 2025