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"Namibias race to exit the FATF grey list: Progress pressure and the politics of global finance By Lot Ndamanomhata Namibia has made remarkable progress in cleaning up its financial compliance record having successfully addressed XX of the XX strategic deficiencies identified by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)a global watchdog on money laundering and terrorism financing. The country now faces a six-month window to resolve the remaining two issues before the FATFs May 2026 review according to the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) (Menas 2025). This marks a decisive step toward Namibias"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-30T06:33Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Jealous Chirove Employment Specialist at the International Labour Organisation (ILO) speaking at the Economic Association of Namibias dialogue on Jobless Growth said Namibias unemployment rate of XXXX% is now the highest in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) with youth unemployment at 44%. He noted that job creation must be a deliberate outcome of policy actions rather than something that happens by chance. Chirove added that Namibia needs to integrate employment creation into its macroeconomic and sectoral policies particularly in sectors such as agriculture tourism and"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-30T11:14Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Professor Denis Yuni of the University of Namibia speaking at the Economic Association of Namibias (EAN) dialogue on Jobless Growth recommended focusing on labour-intensive sectors such as agro-processing textile and apparel manufacturing and construction for sustainable job creation. He cited examples from Lesotho and Mauritius where these sectors have successfully driven employment growth and hold strong potential for Namibia. This comes as mining quarrying wholesale and retail trade and manufacturing each contribute over XX% to GDP growth but remain largely capital-intensive and do not"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-30T11:19Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"OES becomes first Namibian wood-chip biomass firm to meet EU standards Organic Energy Solutions (OES) a subsidiary of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group has become Namibias first and only wood-chip biomass company to achieve SURE (Sustainable Resources Verification Scheme) certification for energy production. According to the company the certification was granted after a three-day audit confirming that OESs operations comply with the European Unions Renewable Energy Directive (RED II) sustainability standards. OES said this recognition places it among a small group of Namibian energy producers"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-30T13:19Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Standard Bank invests in young talent through graduate initiative Six young professionals have joined Standard Bank Namibias Graduate Programme gaining hands-on experience and exposure to the workings of one of the countrys leading financial institutions. The initiative part of the banks broader Development Programmes was established to attract top-performing graduates in disciplines such as computer science software engineering applied statistics and data science. It offers structured rotations across business units mentorship from senior leaders and opportunities to participate in strategic"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-30T13:35Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Namibia to develop national guidelines for responsible AI adoption The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has announced plans to develop national guidelines to promote the responsible adoption and use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies in the country. According to Josephine Shigwedha CRANs Executive for Regulatory and Corporate Legal Services the initiative forms part of the regulators broader strategy to establish a framework that ensures emerging technologies are implemented ethically and effectively. The guidelines according to Shigwedha will"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-30T15:14Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"South Africa lifts suspension on Namibian horticultural imports South Africa has officially lifted its suspension on selected horticultural imports from Namibia allowing the resumption of trade in key produce such as tomatoes peppers cucumbers watermelons pumpkins and squash. Confirming the development Agriculture Fisheries Water and Land Reform Minister Inge Zaamwani said the suspension had caused significant financial losses to local farmers especially tomato producers as the affected commodities are highly perishable. She added that the temporary ban also disrupted grape exports dependent"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-30T15:24Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Namibia urged to adopt pro-employment reforms to tackle jobless growth Namibia has been urged to accelerate a new phase of economic and institutional reforms focused on inter-ministerial coordination skills mapping and pro-employment budgeting to tackle rising unemployment and strengthen policy delivery. The call was made during the Economic Association of Namibias (EAN) dialogue on Jobless Growth where experts from government academia and international organisations emphasised the need for coordinated and accountable action to address structural joblessness. International Labour Organisation"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-30T15:38Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Namibias debt outpaces growth borrowing rises by N$10 billion annually Namibia is borrowing more than twice as fast as it is growing adding between N$8 billion and N$10 billion in new debt each year while foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows continue to decline. Simonis Storm Economist Almandro Jansen said the country is now accumulating more debt per quarter than it receives in foreign investment signalling a growing structural imbalance in the economy. Namibias debt burden is expanding faster than its ability to attract productive investment Jansen said. The debt trajectory has become"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-30T16:17Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Nangula Kauluma appointed CEO of Retail FNB Broader Africa FirstRand Namibia executive Nangula Kauluma has been appointed Chief Executive Officer: Retail FNB Broader Africa within the FirstRand Group marking another milestone for Namibian talent on the continental stage. Kauluma previously served as CEO: Retail Banking at FNB Namibia where she earned recognition for her leadership strategic foresight and people-focused approach. Her move into a pan-African role reflects both her individual achievements and FirstRands commitment to developing local talent and driving innovation across its"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-08-21T10:23Z 10.2K followers, 3659 engagements

"Chairperson of the Namibia Institute of Corporate Governance (NICG) Desmond Nikanor speaking at the NICG Conference in Windhoek on Wednesday said social transformation and transitions are key areas of change describing them as issues very close to home and to the family. He explained that while many aspects could be discussed the most relevant to those present was the number of governance successes and perhaps failures that have become central to public discourse. #corporategovernance #developmentobjectives #namibia #governance"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-22T16:38Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"AJMs Director of Namibian Tax Johan Nel and Cirrus Capitals Oliver Diggle break down key takeaways from Finance Minister Ericah Shafudahs 2025/26 Midterm Budget Review. 👉 Watch learn and join the conversation on Namibias fiscal direction. @cirrus_capital"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-23T06:31Z 10.2K followers, 23.9K engagements

"Namibias green hydrogen ambitions meet a moment of reflection When RWE withdrew from Namibias US$10 billion Hyphen Hydrogen Energy project it did so quietly. Three weeks later the Ohlthaver & List Group sold its majority stake in Cleanergy Solutions Namibia to its Belgian partner. Two unrelated exits one foreign and one local nevertheless raise similar questions about the pace and resilience of Namibias green hydrogen ambitions. #namibia #greenhydrogen #investments #energy"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-26T18:15Z 10.2K followers, 1160 engagements

"Old Mutual Investment Group Namibia appoints Sara Mezui Engo as Chief Investment Officer Old Mutual Investment Group Namibia (OMIGNAM) has appointed Sara Mezui Engo as Chief Investment Officer for Unlisted Investments effective immediately. Before joining OMIGNAM she worked at the Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) where she led the global alternative investments programme investing in private equity private credit property and infrastructure. Mezui Engo has more than XX years of experience in investment management across listed and unlisted markets. #namibia #appointment"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-27T16:01Z 10.2K followers, 1104 engagements

"China eyes 20000 tonnes of Namibian beef monthly China has expressed interest in importing up to 20000 tonnes of beef from Namibia every month more than double the countrys current annual exports to the European Union which stand at about 8000 tonnes. Executive Director in the Ministry of International Relations and Trade Ndiitah Nghipondoka-Robiati revealed this during a recent discussion saying Namibias limited production capacity remains a major obstacle to meeting such demand. One of the constraints our businesses face is productive capacity and their ability to supply these markets. For"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-28T16:40Z 10.2K followers, 2914 engagements

"Namibias foreign reserves to decline to N$47bn after Eurobond repayment Namibias foreign reserves are projected to decline from N$63 billion at the end of 2024 to N$47 billion by the end of 2025 following the repayment of the US$750 million Eurobond issued in 2015 at a XXXX% coupon rate according to the Ministry of Finance. Finance Minister Ericah Shafudah said the temporary decline reflects the planned drawdown required to redeem the bond but remains within sustainable levels. While foreign reserves are projected to decline we anticipate a moderate recovery in 2026 supported by sound fiscal"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-29T15:35Z 10.2K followers, 1946 engagements

"We sat down with the team at Pupkewitz Megabuild to explore their impactful Graduates Intern Programme - now heading to its 8th year. Watch the full interview on YouTube and discover how you can be part of the journey. 📲 Apply now visit the Careers page at"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-30T15:17Z 10.2K followers, 23.5K engagements

"20 XXX tonnes of truth: The devil is in the details By Dr Penny Tuna Magdalena Uukunde When the headlines announced that China wants XX XXX tonnes of Namibian beef every month it sounded like a national breakthrough. For many it felt like the long-awaited sign that Namibias agricultural sector was finally being recognised on a global scale. But as exciting as that number sounded it also revealed something deeper the gap between what markets say they want and what our systems can actually deliver. #namibia #agriculture #beef #imports #exports"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-31T07:43Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Namibia urged to tap agriculture and forestry for rural jobs Hanns Seidel Foundation Resident Representative Clemens von Doderer has called on Namibia to unlock the potential of its agricultural and forestry sectors to create rural employment and diversify the economy away from dependence on extractive industries. Speaking at the Economic Association of Namibias (EAN) dialogue on Jobless Growth von Doderer said Namibias next phase of economic expansion must be driven by rural-based value chains rather than urban-centred industries. Namibia has over XXX million hectares of forest. With"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-31T13:06Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Beef exports drop XX% as cattle shortage hits supply Namibias beef exports dropped by XXXX% year-to-date to XXX million kilograms at the end of September 2025 compared to XXXX million kilograms exported over the same period in 2024 according to the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia (LLPB). The Board said the sharp decline reflects low cattle throughput at abattoirs due to a nationwide shortage of market-ready animals. Despite firm prices lower abattoir supply continues to cap exportable volumes. On a year-to-date basis exports stood at XXX million kilograms by the end of"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-31T15:11Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"NaCC to rule on Pep Big Daddy OK Furniture House & Home merger in May The Namibia Competition Commission (NaCC) is expected to make a decision in May on whether to approve Pepkors proposed acquisition of Shoprite Holdings furniture and credit business. The transaction would see a merger between Pep Stores Big Daddy and JD Financial with Shoprites OK Furniture outlets in Namibia. The Commission is currently reviewing submissions related to the deal with particular focus on its impact on market share employment and competition within the country. #namibia #merger #pepstores #competition"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-04-09T17:45Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Beyond products: Why financial institutions need to invest in financial literacy By Shali Nanghala Drawing from the Namibia Financial Sector Transformation Strategy financial access literacy and protection is one of the strategic pillars. As such more Financial Institutions ( Banks Insurance providers Investment Firms Micro-lenders etc.) need to embrace investing in financial literacy focused initiatives i.e sponsored campaigns to help retail investors become more knowledgeable on financial matters and help them make sound financial decisions. I acknowledge the need for product based and"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-28T08:39Z 10.2K followers, 9300 engagements

"MTC expands regional footprint with three new mobile homes Mobile Telecommunications Ltd (MTC) has expanded its retail footprint by opening three new Mobile Homes one in Divundu the first for the town and additional outlets in Rundu and Katima Mulilo bringing the total number of Mobile Homes launched in 2025 to five. The new shops are expected to open to the public in the first week of November. MTC Chief Commercial Officer Octavius Kahiya said the expansion is part of the companys strategy to improve accessibility and bring essential services closer to customers in the regions. #namibia"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-28T15:33Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Taking the next step in financial planning By Bianca Schmidt In my previous article I explored some of the most common misconceptions that hold Namibians back from achieving long-term financial security. From delaying savings to over-relying on debt or assuming that simply belonging to a retirement fund is enough these beliefs can create significant challenges later in life. But financial planning is not about avoiding mistakes alone it is about taking the right steps at the right time. #namibia #finance #planning"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-30T06:43Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Upskilling in the era of Namibias emerging industries By Mwaka Christinah Shivula Namibias economy is rapidly evolving with new industries such as green hydrogen oil and gas artificial intelligence (AI) and renewable energy taking shape. These sectors present immense opportunities for growth employment and innovation especially for the youth. However as these industries expand a key question arises: Are we as Namibians ready to take up the opportunities that come with them Many young people have already completed their qualifications in areas like accounting economics education or business"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-31T07:25Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Sam Shivute reappointed as NamRA Commissioner Finance and Public Enterprises Minister Ericah Shafudah has reappointed Sam Shivute as Commissioner of the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) for a second five-year term. The reappointment confirmed by the NamRA Board is in line with Section XX of the Namibia Revenue Agency Act 2017 (Act No. XX of 2017). Shivutes new term will run from X March 2026 to XX February 2031. #namibia #reappointed #NamRA #samshivute @NamRA_org_na @FinanceNamibia"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-31T13:25Z 10.2K followers, 2577 engagements

"Our Friday edition is out now catch up on the latest business and finance news from Namibia. Read it here click link: to join our WhatsApp channel to get The Brief straight to your phone on to get our daily edition and stay updated with Namibias business and finance news every weekday. #namibia #business #finnews #namibiabusinessnews"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-31T21:01Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Namibia: Stuck in neutral promise without propulsion Namibia is not in decline. It is stuck. Ranked 22nd in Rand Merchant Banks Where to Invest in Africa 2025/26 the country falls squarely into the category the report calls Stuck in Neutraleconomies that invest too little export too little and depend too heavily on imports to finance their consumption. It shares this quadrant with Malawi Madagascar Uganda Senegal Zambia Benin Tanzania and Zimbabwestates that in RMBs words need exports to build productivity and productivity to generate exports. None has yet managed both. The irony is that"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-11-02T10:46Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"FNB Standard Bank and Bank Windhoek fund N$6bn for Namibias Eurobond repayment Namibia has successfully redeemed its US$750 million (approximately N$14.3 billion) Eurobond issued in 2015 at a XXXX% coupon rate marking the largest single debt maturity in the nations history. According to the Ministry of Finance a sinking fund accumulated US$444 million (around N$8.4 billion) towards the repayment. To close the remaining US$306 million (approximately N$5.9 billion) funding gap government invited proposals from local commercial banks resulting in Standard Bank Namibia providing N$3 billion FNB"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-29T13:31Z 10.2K followers, 4097 engagements

"NamRA targets rich Namibians to pay their fair share of tax Namibia plans to establish a specialised unit by March 2026 to ensure wealthy individuals and untaxed sectors contribute their fair share in taxes as part of broader efforts to strengthen domestic resource mobilisation and close existing revenue gaps. The initiative forms part of new measures announced by the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) to ensure high-income earners and previously untaxed sectors are effectively brought into the tax net. NamRA Commissioner Sam Shivute said the imbalance between salaried workers and high-net-worth"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-10-31T15:42Z 10.2K followers, 12.3K engagements

""Insights vision and the future of travel in Namibia we talk to the man steering the ship Namibia Tourism Board CEO Sebulon Chicalu. Coming soon @Tourism_Board"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-11-03T07:58Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Namibian beef competes on quality not quantity By Rosa Thobias Over the past five years Namibias beef export industry has shown a mixed yet instructive performance. On one hand the country has strengthened its premium market positioning exports rose to over 22700 metric tons in 2024 with more than 13200 metric tons destined for the European Union (EU). This reflects Namibias ability to meet strict international standards and maintain access to duty-free routes such as the Norway quota. #namibia #beef #imports #exports"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-11-03T10:09Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements

"Namibia moves closer to secure digital identity and online verification system The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) says the countrys data infrastructure is ready to support the implementation of the Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) framework a system designed to strengthen digital security and trust in online transactions. Speaking at a stakeholder engagement on the PKI Elton Witbooi CRANs Executive for ICT said that although Namibia currently has only one Tier X data centre the infrastructure is sufficient to support the secure rollout of the framework. In the context of"
X Link @TheBriefLive 2025-11-03T10:22Z 10.2K followers, XXX engagements