insert_link Business / EconomicsReport Targets Growth in Informal Economy A new report launched in Windhoek aims to enhance understanding of the informal economy and support inclusive growth. The Diagnostic Report on Informality, developed by the Bank of Namibia with government ministries and the UN, highlights key challenges and policy solutions for a sector that sustains most citizens, particularly women and youth. Dr Michael Humavindu is the Chairperson of the National Working Group on Informality and Executive Director in the […] today12 November, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsInterview: China’s Path, Africa’s Future: Sheehama Unpacks Key Takeaways from Kunming Forum Business and economics researcher Josef Sheehama has returned from the 14th China-African Think Tank Forum in Kunming, China, with key reflections on how China’s development model—particularly in poverty alleviation and modernization—could offer Africa, and Namibia specifically, a valuable roadmap for future industrialization. The forum, attended by over 150 scholars, policymakers, and experts from across the African continent and China, served as a platform to examine shared challenges and explore developmental […] today27 May, 2025
insert_link NamibiaLabour Analyst Weighs In on Grade 11 Exit Concerns Popular Democratic Movement MP Reggie Diergaardt has voiced concerns over the new curriculum, which designates Grade 11 as the exit point for many students. He argues that this system could exacerbate unemployment and social challenges. In response, we spoke to labour analyst Sydwill Scholtz, who shared this insights on the potential impact of this policy. today20 February, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsSouth Africa is hosting G20 Employment Working Group meetings in Gqeberha South Africa is hosting G20 Employment Working Group meetings in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape, focusing on labour and employment issues. The four-day event will cover youth employment, gender equality, income inequality, and digitalisation’s impact. Guest countries from Africa have been invited to enhance regional cooperation. Employment and Labour minister Nomakhosazana Meth says the meetings align with South Africa’s G20 presidency theme of solidarity, equality and sustainability: today19 February, 2025
