insert_link Business / EconomicsNamibia Tops Africa in Startup Market Perception Namibia has been ranked first in Africa in the Market Perception Pillar of the 2026 StartupBlink Innovators Business Environment Index, highlighting strong governance and international trust. Reforms such as the Investor One Stop Centre and ScaleUp Namibia have strengthened the country’s appeal as a stable and attractive destination for startups, a development welcomed by Namibia Investment Promotion and Development’s Catherine Shipushu. today28 January, 2026
Business / EconomicsYouth lag in tapping N$257 million fund, warns Sheehama Youth Participation, National Youth Fund, Youth Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Job Creation, Economic Growth, Business Skills, Mentorship, Youth Engagement, Startups, Financial Literacy, Business Planning, Young Entrepreneurs, Collateral-Free Loan, Youth Opportunities, Skill Development, Innovation, Youth Challenges, Civic Engagement, Future Leaders today27 August, 2025
Business / EconomicsInterview: Expert warns youth are missing out on N$257 million National Youth Fund Leonard Witbeen | August 27, 2025 Business and economics expert Josef Sheehama has raised concerns over the low participation of youth in the newly approved National Youth Fund, which has been allocated N$257 million for 2025-2026. The fund is designed to empower young entrepreneurs, reduce unemployment, and contribute to broader economic growth. He highlighted that only 187 youth have attempted to apply so far, with many struggling to prepare viable […] today27 August, 2025
Business / EconomicsFirst-Ever Nedbank Business Conference Set for Windhoek On August 21, Nedbank Namibia will host its inaugural Future of Business Conference at Droombos, Windhoek, aimed at supporting SMEs and startups. Topics will include leadership, HR, communication, and IT, with speakers such as Nedbank Group CEO Jason Quinn and Aurik Co-Founder Pavlo Phitidis, according to NedBank Chief Commercial Officer JG van Graan. For the Full interview, listen to the Business Report tonight on Nova 103.5 today19 August, 2025
