CAPRICORN GROUP AND RENT-A-DRUM CHAMPION SUSTAINABILITY WITH THE 4R CAMPAIGN
CAPRICORN GROUP AND RENT-A-DRUM CHAMPION SUSTAINABILITY WITH THE 4R CAMPAIGN In partnership with Rent-a-Drum, Capricorn Group promotes sustainability by launching its 4R Sustainability Campaign. Initiated at the beginning of the year, the campaign emphasises the principles of Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. It encourages people to choose wisely when handling their office and household waste. […]
IN MEMORY OF HIS EXCELLENCY DR. SAM SHAFIISHUNA NUJOMA
IN MEMORY OF HIS EXCELLENCY DR. SAM SHAFIISHUNA NUJOMA Founding President of the Republic of Namibia(12 May 1929 – 8 February 2025) At the time of printing this edition of Namibia Trade Network, the passing of His Excellency Dr. Sam Nujoma, Namibia’s Founding President and Father of the Nation, had not yet occurred. It is […]
FINANCIAL INDICATORS
FINANCIAL INDICATORS The December 2024 Inflation Report analyses Namibia’s inflation dynamics, highlighting an environment of relative stability alongside emerging price pressures. Annual inflation increased to 3.4% in December from 3.0% in November, reflecting a marked deceleration from the 5.3% recorded in December 2023. The average inflation rate for 2024 was 4.2%, down from 5.9% in […]
TIMELY SUPPORT ENHANCES EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE AT USAKOS SECONDARY SCHOOL
TIMELY SUPPORT ENHANCES EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE AT USAKOS SECONDARY SCHOOL Usakos Secondary School, situated in the Omaruru Circuit of the Erongo Region, started 2025 on a high note thanks to a sponsorship from Debmarine Namibia. The marine mining company generously donated 82 much-needed chairs to the school, addressing a critical shortage of seating. The school’s principal, […]
SO THAT EVERY CHILD CAN THRIVE
SO THAT EVERY CHILD CAN THRIVE How Side by Side is rewriting the story of children with disabilities in Namibia In Namibia, a country rich in cultural diversity, the fight for inclusion and the rights of children with disabilities has been long, challenging and filled with moments of profound transformation. Side by Side, a non-profit […]
SEEDS OF STRENGTH
SEEDS OF STRENGTH Cultivating Resilience with NILALEG’s Bush2Feed Initiative Under the unrelenting Namibian sun, a flourishing garden emerges as a testament to resilience and hope. In Katima Mulilo Rural, where nature’s rhythms blend seamlessly with the pulse of daily life, Manga Lubanda leads the Bush2Feed pilot project. Supported by the Namibian Integrated Landscape Approach for […]
GOOD RAINS BOOST WATER LEVELS
GOOD RAINS BOOST WATER LEVELS AS AUTHORITIES URGE SUSTAINABLE USE As Namibia experiences the current rainy season, the country’s water supply systems are undergoing critical assessments. Namibia Water Corporation Ltd (NamWater), the entity responsible for ensuring the sustainable distribution of water resources across the nation, has provided valuable insights into the state of water levels, […]
TUXEDOED TREASURES
TUXEDOED TREASURES A spotlight on African Penguins There is a crisis unfolding in Namibian waters. The quintessentially cute African Penguin is facing imminent threat of extinction. This matters, not only because these adorable black and white waddling creatures are an emblem of African waters, but also because they fulfil a role in the ecosystem. Like […]
FINLAND EYES DEEPER PARTNERSHIP WITH NAMIBIA IN TECH, ENERGY, AND MINING
FINLAND EYES DEEPER PARTNERSHIP WITH NAMIBIA IN TECH, ENERGY, AND MINING Finland says it wants to strengthen its economic ties with Namibia built on closer cooperation in the technology, renewable energy and mining sectors. Finnish Ambassador to Namibia, Leena Viljanen, says Finland’s expertise and technology align well with Namibia’s development priorities, creating significant opportunities for […]
BANK OF NAMIBIA EXPECTED TO CUT REPO RATE BY 25BPS
BANK OF NAMIBIA EXPECTED TO CUT REPO RATE BY 25BPS The Bank of Namibia (BoN) is expected to reduce the repo rate by 25 basis points (bps) next week at its first Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting of the year, lowering it to 6.75%. The anticipated rate cut aligns with South Africa’s monetary policy easing […]