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"EXPLAINER : Robert McGregor Head of Research at Cirrus Capital explains what the Bank of Namibia's decision to order all commercial banks to narrow the gap between the repo rate and lending rates by XX basis points in two stages before the end of the year means. @BankofNamibia"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-19 06:59:20 UTC 9998 followers, 1004 engagements

"The price of a swipe Every year Namibians are treated to staged announcements about banking fees. A card swipe here a bundle package there and pages of claims about financial inclusion. What no one explains is the system behind the feesthe layers of agreements and crosscharges that decide who pays what every time a card is used. Now thanks to an investigation by the Namibian Competition Commission a little of that machinery has been forced into the light. The Commissions probe into the Payments Association of Namibia (PAN) and the countrys commercial banks found that for years they didnt"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-20 14:17:33 UTC 9999 followers, XXX engagements

"Namibias financial system stable amid global uncertainty BoN The Bank of Namibia says the countrys financial system remains stable and resilient with banks and other financial institutions well capitalised and capable of absorbing potential shocks. Deputy Governor Ebson Uanguta said this following the first 2025 meeting of the Banks Macroprudential Oversight Committee (MOC) held on XX July which assessed current risks to financial stability. Uanguta noted that both the banking and non-banking financial sectors remained sound with sufficient capital and liquidity buffers adding that the"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-22 19:58:58 UTC 9999 followers, XXX engagements

"Our Tuesday edition is out now catch up on the latest business and finance news from Namibia. Read it here: Follow our WhatsApp channel to get The Brief straight to your phone: 📷 daily edition and stay updated with Namibias business and finance news every weekday. #namibia #business #finnews #namibiabusinessnews"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-22 18:39:28 UTC 10K followers, XXX engagements

"Namibiaa Visa-on-Arrival system nets N$171 million in three months Namibia has earned N$171 million in visa revenue between April and June this year following the introduction of the Visa on Arrival system aimed at boosting tourism. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah announced the figures during the launch of the 6th National Development Plan (NDP6) at the University of Namibia revealing that 115857 visas were issued during the three-month period. The Government implemented the Visa on Arrival system on X April 2025. I am proud to share that as of XX June 2025 visas totalling 115857 have been"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-22 09:36:54 UTC 10K followers, 2061 engagements

"DBN youth SME funding sees only N$1.25m disbursed amid low uptake The Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) has raised concern over the poor uptake of its youth-focused SME finance facilities which saw approvals totalling just N$1.25 million in the first quarter of the 2025/26 financial year. Of the two approvals recorded so far one was granted in the Zambezi Region marking the first time such funding has been allocated in that part of the country. Despite the milestone the Bank says the overall response to its youth-specific products remains disappointingly low. #namibia #youth #sme #funding"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-23 11:04:36 UTC 9998 followers, XXX engagements

"EIF gains direct access to N$370 million in global climate funding The Environmental Investment Fund (EIF) of Namibia has been officially accredited as a National Implementing Entity (NIE) to the Adaptation Fund enabling it to directly access up to N$370 million (US$20 million) in international climate finance. The accreditation was confirmed by the Adaptation Fund Boards Decision B.44-45/10. It positions EIF as a national body with the authority to design and implement projects responding to the countrys climate challenges particularly those affecting vulnerable communities. This"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-23 14:36:02 UTC 9999 followers, XXX engagements

"Namibia targets US$1 billion fund for green industrial investment Namibias Green Hydrogen Programme is developing a Sectoral Transformation Investment Plan that could raise up to US$1 billion for green industrial projects according to Head of the Green Hydrogen Programme James Mnyupe. The plan forms part of the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) Industry Decarbonisation Programme which supports early-stage high-risk technologies aimed at cutting emissions in heavy industry. Namibia is one of only seven countries globally invited to take part. We would hope to be able to put together a case to"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-23 16:00:39 UTC 9999 followers, XXX engagements

"Our Thursday edition is out now catch up on the latest business and finance news from Namibia. Read it here: Follow our WhatsApp channel to get The Brief straight to your phone: daily edition and stay updated with Namibias business and finance news every weekday. #namibia #business #finnews #namibiabusinessnews"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-24 17:25:44 UTC 9999 followers, XXX engagements

"REBRANDED: Sanlam Namibia has rebranded to SanlamAllianz following the merger of its parent company Sanlam Group with global insurer Allianz through a pan-African joint venture. The move is aimed at strengthening the groups presence across international markets CEO Tertius Stears said on Tuesday. @SanlamNamibia"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-06-24 12:10:40 UTC 9999 followers, XXX engagements

"Six plans later Namibia still plans to plan Namibia has never been short of ambition. Since independence in 1990 the country has drafted five National Development Plans and wrapped them all in the grand banner of Vision 2030. The result is not inspiring reading. Unemployment has climbed to over a third of the workforce youth joblessness hovers around XX per cent and the structural weaknesses in the economy remain stubborn. Now arrives NDP X a six year plan with a price tag of N$505 billion and a promise to do what its predecessors did not: turn words into results. #namibia #NDP6"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-23 11:53:20 UTC 9999 followers, 1302 engagements

"UNAM to establish School of Nuclear Science The University of Namibia (UNAM) is finalising plans to establish a School of Nuclear Science Applications which will focus on nuclear energy medicine and uses in agriculture and water technologies. UNAM Pro-Vice Chancellor Ellen Namhila made the announcement during the launch of the Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6) stating that the move is part of efforts to provide scientific solutions that support national development. I am pleased to inform you that we are at an advanced stage of establishing a School of Nuclear Science Applications which"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-22 11:24:39 UTC 9998 followers, 8084 engagements

"Bridging business for a better Namibia: How service sector alignment can drive NDP6 By Christopher Swart Namibia stands at the brink of transformation. With the recent launch of the Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6) by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah the country has charted a bold new path towards industrialisation youth employment and inclusive growth. Yet the realisation of this vision will not lie in policy alone it will depend on how effectively the private sector especially the service industry aligns its inner workings to deliver results on the ground. One of the most overlooked"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-24 07:38:45 UTC 10K followers, XXX engagements

"Letshego appoints Akalemwa Sibanda to Head Marketing and Customer Experience Letshego Holdings Namibia has appointed Akalemwa Sibanda as Head of Marketing Communications and Customer Experience effective X July 2025. Sibanda brings more than XX years of experience in advertising brand strategy and marketing the financial services company said. Letshego is well-positioned to strengthen customer engagement build stakeholder trust and deliver meaningful impact across the communities it serves Letshego said. #namibia #appointment #letshego #banking #marketing #brand @LetshegoNamibia @EsterKali"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-24 11:53:42 UTC 9998 followers, XXX engagements

"Beyond the feed: What social media gets right and what it cant do alone By Angela Ndatipo A few years ago social media was considered the new frontier in marketing and communication. Social media platforms promised brands a direct line to their audiences due to its setup of being fast dynamic and disruptive in this respect it has delivered on this promise in more ways than one. The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) has embraced this new and emerging technology as it has become a vital tool to share news views updates and can respond to queries and speak to our members in an engaging"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-22 11:44:50 UTC 10K followers, XXX engagements

"US tariffs on South Africa an opportunity for Namibia to diversify trade Namibia should use the United States' new XX% tariff on South African exports as a chance to reduce reliance on its southern neighbour and expand its own trade footprint says Simonis Storm economist Almandro Jansen. He said the move while disruptive to regional trade offers Namibia an opportunity to improve domestic production grow its agricultural and mining value chains and make better use of trade agreements like the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA). This"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-24 14:00:38 UTC 9999 followers, XXX engagements

"Namibia targets 130000ha farms N$2.8bn in crop exports Namibia plans to expand large-scale farming land from 11200 hectares in 2024 to 130000 hectares by 2030 according to the Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6). The government also aims to increase the value of strategic crop exports from N$1.9 billion to N$2.8 billion over the same period. The targets form part of a broader strategy to improve food self-sufficiency reduce imports and grow the agricultural sectors contribution to the economy. #namibia #farming #cropexports #economy #GDP #NDP6 @NamPresidency @MAWLR_Nam @wianclub @agri4youth"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-22 12:07:54 UTC 9998 followers, XXX engagements

"Manufacturing sector to create 80000 jobs by 2030 Namibias manufacturing sector is expected to create over 80000 jobs by 2030 up from 53491 in 2024 according to the newly launched Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6). The plan outlines governments strategy to make manufacturing a major source of employment economic growth and exports over the next six years. The policy launched by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah aims to raise the sectors share of GDP from XXXX% to XX% while boosting its contribution to exports from XX% to 60%. #namibia #jobs #manufacturing #NDP6 #economy #GDP #employment"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-22 15:55:20 UTC 10K followers, XXX engagements

"President demands action on high bank fees and financial exclusion President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called for swift and decisive action to tackle persistent shortcomings in Namibias financial sector including unequal access to banking services high costs and limited support for youth-led businesses. Speaking during the Bank of Namibias 35th anniversary and the launch of the countrys upgraded banknotes and coins the President said the current system continues to marginalise large segments of the population. Access to financial services remains uneven with rural communities and those"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-24 14:54:28 UTC 9999 followers, XXX engagements

"Green Schemes harvest 10000t of maize with three new sites in pipeline Namibias nine state-run Green Schemes have produced nearly 10000 tonnes of maize by mid-June this year with harvesting still ongoing according to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Presenting her 100-day progress report alongside the launch of the 6th National Development Plan (NDP6) on XX July Nandi-Ndaitwah said the schemes had yielded 9947 tonnes of maize XXX tonnes of potatoes and XX tonnes of sunflower so far this season. All nine Green Schemes under the Ministry of Agriculture Fisheries Water and Land Reform covering"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-22 10:02:49 UTC 9998 followers, XXX engagements

"Our Monday edition is out now catch up on the latest business and finance news from Namibia. Read it here: Follow our WhatsApp channel to get The Brief straight to your phone: 📷 daily edition and stay updated with Namibias business and finance news every weekday. #namibia #business #finnews #namibiabusinessnews"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-22 05:37:21 UTC 9999 followers, XXX engagements

"LAUNCHED: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah officiates at the launch of Namibias upgraded banknotes and coins by the Bank of Namibia. #namibia #banknotes @NamPresidency"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-23 19:17:59 UTC 9998 followers, XXX engagements

"Our Wednesday edition is out now catch up on the latest business and finance news from Namibia. Read it here: Follow our WhatsApp channel to get The Brief straight to your phone: daily edition and stay updated with Namibias business and finance news every weekday. #namibia #business #finnews #namibiabusinessnews"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-23 18:32:02 UTC 9998 followers, XXX engagements

"Namibian car buyers turning to Chinese brands Chinese automotive brands are making steady inroads into Namibias vehicle market challenging the dominance of long-established Japanese and German manufacturers. According to the latest figures Chinese brands such as Haval Omoda Jetour and Jaecoo accounted for XXX vehicle sales in May 2025 representing XXXX% of the total market. This marks a sharp rise from just XXX% in May 2024. Chinese automakers have emerged as serious contenders. This reflects growing consumer willingness to consider alternatives that combine affordable pricing modern design"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-06-27 15:28:59 UTC 9999 followers, 1402 engagements

"Telecom to roll out high-speed fibre in Usakos under smart city agreement Telecom Namibia and the Usakos Town Council have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to roll out new fibre infrastructure in the town as part of efforts to transform Usakos into a smart city. According to a joint statement by the two parties the partnership aims to improve digital connectivity stimulate economic development and enhance access to public services. The agreement outlines a joint commitment to build modern ICT infrastructure that will support the town councils current and future development"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-21 14:23:13 UTC 9999 followers, 2393 engagements

"Namibia targets to formalise XXX informal businesses by 2030 The Namibian government has announced plans to formalise XXX informal enterprises by 2030 up from a baseline of XXX in 2024 as part of its drive to transform the countrys informal economy under the newly launched Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6). The initiative is aimed at strengthening the micro small and medium enterprise (MSME) sector and forms part of broader efforts to achieve inclusive economic growth increased competitiveness and resilience. According to the NDP6 document the government aims to transition informal"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-22 15:22:38 UTC 10K followers, XXX engagements

"Balancing tertiary education and vocational training in Namibias industrialisation strategy By Tilman Friedrich I read the following news clipping with great interest. Namibias manufacturing sector is expected to create over 80000 jobs by 2030 up from 53491 in 2024 according to the newly launched Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6). The plan outlines the governments strategy to make manufacturing a major source of employment economic growth and exports over the next six years. The policy launched by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah aims to raise the sectors share of GDP from XXXX% to 18%"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-23 10:51:10 UTC 9998 followers, XXX engagements

"Toyota Tsusho to sign agreement to secure Namibias green iron Toyota Tsusho Corporation is poised to join Namibias emerging green industrial space through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Namibian government and HyIron Green Technologies (Pty) Ltd focusing on clean iron production using green hydrogen. The agreement is expected to be signed at the Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) next month marking a major step in embedding Toyota in Namibias growing green value chain. Speaking at the Taking Stock Namibia 2025 conference in Windhoek James Mnyupe Head"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-23 16:28:52 UTC 9999 followers, XXX engagements

"NamRA nets N$19.9bn in Q1 hits XX% of annual revenue target The Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) collected N$19.9 billion in net revenue during the first quarter of the 2025/26 financial year reaching XXXX% of its annual target of N$88.999 billion. According to NamRAs latest figures gross revenue by XX June 2025 stood at N$22.5 billion. After processing tax refunds worth N$2.6 billion the net amount stood at N$19.9 billion. #namibia #taxes #taxcollection #paye #namra #revenue @NamRA_org_na @FinanceNamibia @SamSHIVUTE"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-13 12:55:40 UTC 10K followers, XXX engagements

"Tax uncertainty undermining investor confidence in Namibia Namibias limited network of tax treaties and lack of clear transfer pricing rules are undermining efforts to attract long-term international investment experts have warned. Speaking at the Taking Stock Namibia 2025 forum hosted in Windhoek by Moore Infinity and Ellis & Partners international tax expert Sven Helm said the countrys fiscal system urgently needs reform to align with international standards and support sustainable economic growth. Namibias current network of double taxation agreements remains narrow with only a few modern"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-25 15:30:40 UTC 9999 followers, XXX engagements

"Passenger traffic at Namibian airports falls in May Passenger movements through Namibias airports dropped in May 2025 with a total of 94729 arrivals and departures recorded according to data released by the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA). This figure is down from 102449 in April 2025 but slightly higher than the 93041 recorded in May 2024. In absolute terms a total of 94729 passenger arrivals and departures were recorded at airport terminals across the country in May 2025 the NSA said. #namibia #flights #windhoek #passengers #internationalarrivals #hoseakutako #walvisbay #tourism #travel"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-24 12:04:26 UTC 9999 followers, XXX engagements

"2025 HAVAL H6 facelift sharper smarter and still great value By Max Lodewyk The facelifted Haval H6 has officially arrived in Namibia and we visited Pupkewitz GWM to get a firsthand look at whats new. The H6 has long been a favourite for its spacious cabin premium feel and strong value proposition. Now Haval has taken a winning formula and refined it into a sharper more tech-savvy contender in the midsize SUV segment. #namibia #haval #motoring #carreview @PupkewitzMD"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-13 13:23:28 UTC 9999 followers, 1506 engagements

"Why investing in everyday businesses and money knowledge is the key to national transformation By Maria Namhindo Namibia is a country endowed with abundant natural resources untapped human capital and a growing entrepreneurial spirit. Yet despite these strengths we remain confronted by rising youth unemployment an expanding informal sector and widening income inequality. While macroeconomic indicators provide high-level insights it is the pulse of our micro and small businesses and the communities they serve that will determine our true economic future. #namibia #entrepreneurship"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-24 07:30:48 UTC 9999 followers, XXX engagements

"Police seize N$18.2 million in criminal assets under POCA The Namibian Police Force has recovered N$18.2 million through the enforcement of the Prevention of Organised Crime Act (POCA) between 2021/22 and 2024/25 the Ministry of Home Affairs Immigration Safety and Security has revealed. The figures are contained in the Ministrys newly launched Strategic Plan for 2025/26 to 2029/30 which outlines major achievements in policing immigration and corrections over the past four years. According to the report drug enforcement efforts during the period led to the confiscation of illicit substances"
@TheBriefLive Avatar @TheBriefLive on X 2025-07-23 15:03:26 UTC 9999 followers, XXX engagements