CURRENT CHALLENGES FACED BY NEW SME’s
As the Namibian economy continues to navigate economic challenges; the knock-on effect on consumers is one of the main issues keeping new SMEs awake at night. Sam Ikela, Head of SMEs at FNB Business says, “despite the resilience of the SME sector; new franchisees are cautiously observing the economic headwinds and their anticipated impact on […]
BOUNCE BACK AFTER THE HOLIDAY SEASON!
The holiday season is over; and as we head back to work and start the new school year, we need to relook our budgets; given that pay day is still weeks away. The festive month-long holiday with family and friends was great but now consumers need to plan for the year ahead. January is a […]
INNOVATION AND THE INDUSTRIES OF TOMORROW
Namibia has significant potential to participate in the Fourth Industrial Revolution through local innovation in IoT, robotics, AI, and sustainable technologies. Rowland Brown explores global trends and how initiatives like FABLab Namibia can help shape the industries of tomorrow.
A CALL FOR NAMIBIAN BUSINESS TO SHIFT GEARS TO AN INNOVATION CULTURE
Namibian businesses must move beyond occasional change management and build a continuous innovation culture to remain competitive in a fast-changing world. Stefan Hugo explores the required mindset shift and highlights local institutions supporting this transformation.
DOING THINGS DIFFERENTLY
After nearly 30 years of independence, Namibia must do things differently to reverse declining competitiveness and unlock faster, more inclusive growth. Steve Galloway examines policy missteps, the investment freeze, and what needs to change under the Harambee Prosperity Plan and NDP 5.
GLOBAL AND REGIONAL GROWTH
Namibia’s economy contracted in 2017 after years of strong growth, with construction and retail trade hit hardest. Mining and agriculture provided some relief amid weak fixed investment and regional challenges from South Africa. An IJG Securities analysis.
CONNECTING SOUTHERN AFRICA WITH THE REST OF THE WORLD
The Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG) promotes Namibia’s corridors as the gateway to Southern Africa. Discover how this public-private partnership is turning transport routes into economic corridors and advancing Namibia’s vision of becoming the region’s leading logistics hub.
SUPPORTING THE GROWTH AND PERFORMANCE OF NAMIBIA’S ECONOMY
Namport is expanding Walvis Bay with a new container terminal and northern development to position Namibia as a leading regional logistics hub. Discover the infrastructure upgrades, automation plans and skills development shaping the future of Namibia’s ports.
NAMIBIA IN 2017 AND BEYOND
After years of strong growth driven by mining investment and fiscal expansion, Namibia enters 2017 facing significant fiscal contraction, slowing activity and external risks. An analysis of the outlook and critical policy choices ahead.
ONE GENERATION ON
After 25 years of independence, Namibia has achieved steady economic growth and reduced poverty, yet unemployment, inequality and weak public institutions remain major challenges. A critical IPPR analysis.