insert_link Business / Economics India’s Modi’s Visit Sparks Talks on Oil, Trade and Parliament Speech India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi starts his state visit to Namibia today, aiming to seal new deals in trade, health, and education while addressing Namibia’s parliament. Officials say oil sector investment is high on the agenda, with economic analyst Salomo Hei weighing in on what the visit could mean. today9 July, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Economist Critiques China’s Influence in Africa Amid Minister’s Visit Reports indicate that Economist Salomo Hei criticized China's influence in Africa, calling it one-sided. Hei’s remarks came in response to the visit of China’s foreign affairs minister Wang Yi, who met with Vice President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at the Old State House in Windhoek. Wang, whose visit marks his first stop in Africa, will continue his tour with visits to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Chad, and Nigeria. Hei noted that […] today7 January, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics EU Delegation Hosts Trade and Investment Workshop The EU Delegation to Namibia held a workshop discussing EU-Namibia trade relations, presenting key findings from a study by economist Robin Sherbourne. The study showed the EU was Namibia's top foreign investor in 2023, contributing N$12.7 billion, with a diversified export mix including renewable energy projects. Ana Beatriz Martins is the EU Ambassador to Namibia: According to Salomo Hei, Managing Director of High Economic Intelligence, more funding should be directed […] today5 December, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Namibians Need N$36,000 Monthly to Qualify for N$1-Million Home Loan, Reveals Affordability Crisis Salomo Hei, Economist and Managing Director at High Economic Intelligence, has highlighted that Namibians need a monthly income of N$36,000 to secure a N$1-million home loan, exposing the worsening affordability crisis in the country reports The Brief. Hei attributes the steep cost of housing to the sharply rising price of land. He also noted that high interest rates and restricted access to financing have made homeownership increasingly unattainable for many. […] today29 August, 2024
insert_link Namibia King of Belgium to Visit Namibia, Focusing on Energy Sector Engagements From April 29th to May 3rd, the King of Belgium, Philippe, is scheduled to visit Namibia. His agenda includes discussions with President Nangolo Mbumba and engagements with stakeholders in the Energy sector in the Erongo Region. Salomei Hei, Managing Director at High Economic Intelligence, provided details on the visit. today25 April, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Market Watch – 5 March 2024 Michelle speaks to Salomo Hei about the recently tabled National Budget. https://iono.fm/e/1412538 today6 March, 2024
insert_link Interview Transcripts The Economic Ripple Effect: High Economic Intelligence Managing Director Salomo Hei on Geingob’s Passing In a somber turn of events on February 4, 2024, Namibia faced the unexpected passing of its sitting President, Hage Geingob. The nation, in shock and mourning, is grappling with uncertainty about the future, particularly the economic landscape. In an exclusive interview with Salomo Hei, the Managing Director of High Economic Intelligence (HEI), we gain insights into the potential economic impact of President Geingob's death. Condolences and Mourning Period: Salomo […] today6 February, 2024
insert_link Namibia Namibia’s Mixed System Post-Geingob, Insights from High Economic Intelligence’s Salomo Hei Namibia operates within a mixed economic system, characterized by a blend of private freedom, centralized economic planning, and government regulation. As a member of the Southern African Development Community, Namibia's economic landscape takes center stage following the recent passing of Dr. Geingob. Offering expertise on this matter is Salomo Hei from High Economic Intelligence. Daily evening devotions will be held at the residence of the late President Hage Geingob in […] today5 February, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Unlocking Namibia’s Potential: High Economic Intelligence’s Salomo Hei Discusses the Benefits of Uranium Jan 31, 2024,/ Leonard Witbeen In a recent interview, Salomo Hei, the Managing Director at High Economic Intelligence, shares insights into the significant benefits of uranium for Namibia's economic landscape. Hei expresses optimism about the global development of nuclear power as a diversified energy source. He highlights the positive impact on the energy sector, emphasizing the success stories of nuclear power in various parts of the world. Namibia, being one […] today31 January, 2024
