insert_link Business / Economics Letshego Holdings Namibia Appoints New Head of Credit Letshego Holdings Namibia has announced the appointment of Herwin Tsowaseb as its new Head of Credit, effective 15 November 2024. With over a decade of experience in credit evaluation and financial management, Herwin will contribute to advancing financial inclusion and sustainable growth. His appointment strengthens the company’s efforts to empower customers and enhance its market position. todayNovember 21, 2024 2
insert_link Local Letshego Holdings Namibia Welcomes Herwin Tsowaseb as Head of Credit Letshego Holdings Namibia is delighted to announce the appointment of Herwin Tsowaseb as Head of Credit, effective 15 November 2024. Herwin brings a wealth of expertise in credit evaluation and financial management, with over a decade of experience in senior roles at some of Namibia’s leading financial institutions. Herwin’s academic credentials further underscore his capability. He holds a Master of Philosophy in Development Finance from the University of Stellenbosch […] todayNovember 21, 2024 1
insert_link Business / Economics Development Bank of Namibia and One Economy Foundation sign deal The Development Bank of Namibia and the One Economy Foundation have signed a partnership to promote sustainable economic growth, youth empowerment, and community development. The collaboration focuses on mentorship, capacity building, and enterprise development, with a special emphasis on supporting youth, women, and rural entrepreneurs. Development Bank of Namibia CEO, John Steytler. todayOctober 23, 2024 20
insert_link Business / Economics State of the Namibian Economy 2024 reveals lack of public sector reform Economist Robin Sherbourne has stressed that good governance and well-crafted policies are more crucial for a country’s long-term economic success than natural resources or the size of its population. Speaking in his recent analysis, Sherbourne argued that the foundation of sustainable economic growth lies in the strength of a nation’s institutions and the effectiveness of its policies. In the same report titled "State of the Namibian Economy 2024," Sherbourne […] todaySeptember 2, 2024 43
insert_link Africa Launching a startup in Africa: OX Delivers Investing in Africa 2024 dialogue focuses on nurturing investment and collaboration across the investment value chain and driving sustainable growth in Africa. With a wide variety of industry sectors attending and many of the key financial sector participants present, investors attend AFSIC looking for new investment ideas or looking to raise capital for their own funds. To help facilitate this the AFSIC Investor Pitching room offers quickfire pitching […] todayMay 27, 2024 9
insert_link Local Namibia International Energy Conference triumphs with Global participation Last week, the 6th edition of the Namibia International Energy Conference convened more than 750 attendees from 46 nations, 22 nations more than previous years, at the serene Droombos, Windhoek. This gathering served as a pivotal platform for deliberating on exciting developments in its Namibia’s energy landscape allowing delegates to reimagine the possibilities for our nation and its people. Amidst the captivating discourse and insightful presentations by esteemed local […] todayMay 6, 2024 24
insert_link 2 Opinion Pieces Reflection on local content policies: A catalyst for Namibia’s economic development and growth Opinion piece By Josef Kefas Sheehama On April 16–18, 2024, in Lüderitz, the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) and Antila Consultancy organized a local content oil and gas conference with the theme, "Empowering Namibia's Energy Ambitions by Connecting Industry and Indigenous Talent." According to Article 100 of Namibia's Constitution that, " Land, water, and natural resources below and above the surface of the land […] todayApril 24, 2024 11 2