sustainable growth

President 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.

20 June, 2025 19

Business / Economics

Interview: Business Researcher Josef Sheehama on Beneficiation and External Loans: A Strategic Outlook for Namibia’s Economic Future

IntroductionIn a recent interview, business researcher Josef Sheehama offered a comprehensive view of Namibia’s economic strategy, emphasizing the dual importance of beneficiation and external loan management. His vision for Namibia's economic independence hinges on industrialization, foreign direct investment (FDI), and leveraging natural resources to reduce dependency on external debt. 1. Namibia’s Vision 2030: Charting a Path to Industrialization Sheehama emphasizes that Vision 2030 is more than a governmental slogan—it […]

12 May, 2025 25

Business / Economics

Interview: Gabriel Erastus on the African Development Bank and Namibia’s Economic Future

As the African Development Bank (AfDB) faces changing dynamics in its funding sources, economist Gabriel Erastus offers insightful perspectives on how this shift could affect Namibia and the broader African continent. With the United States reducing its contributions to the AfDB, Erastus believes it’s time for African nations to step up and take greater ownership of the funding process, which could empower the continent to direct capital toward its own […]

12 May, 2025 22

Namibia

Welwitchia University Forms Partnership with Mutare Polytechnic

In a major step toward enhancing regional collaboration in education, Welwitchia University has signed a Memorandum of Agreement with Mutare Polytechnic in Zimbabwe. The partnership aims to foster joint research, faculty exchanges, and the development of academic programs, promising to unlock new opportunities for students and educators across both nations. This collaboration is set to boost innovation and skills development, driving sustainable growth in higher education.

6 December, 2024 55

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.

21 November, 2024 17

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 […]

21 November, 2024 22

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.

23 October, 2024 59

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 […]

2 September, 2024 79

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 […]

27 May, 2024 15