More than a Crown Miss Namibia has always been a beacon of elegance and grace, but in recent years, the crown has evolved into a powerful symbol of opportunity, empowerment, and economic vitality, thanks in no small part to strategic sponsorships and national support. Since 2023, Debmarine Namibia has proudly sponsored the pageant through Namibia [...]
Forum to discuss why challenger-minded investors and advisers see a once-in-a-generation opportunity Namibia stands at a tantalising crossroads. It’s a rare moment, not shared by many countries. Offshore oil discoveries, a visionary greenhydrogen roadmap, and a post-pandemic tourism rebound have catapulted the country onto the global stage like never before. The question, however, echoing through [...]
MORE THAN A RIDE “Protecting Namibia’s critically endangered rhinos and supporting those who safeguard our wildlife isn’t just a noble cause; it’s a responsibility.”— Jason Shikalepo, Head of Investment, RMB Namibia Each year, the dry winds of Damaraland carry more than dust – they carry the stories, struggles and hopes of a nation deeply connected [...]
Produced for the Namibian Chamber of Environment (NCE) Namibia stands as a beacon of hope and success in a world facing a biodiversity crisis. Namibia’s Wildlife Economy, a powerful new documentary series directed by Andy Botelle of MaMoKoBo Video & Research, offers an in-depth look at how this southern African nation has achieved one of [...]
Macro Insight: Hospitality statistics Tourist inflows are gaining momentum ahead of Namibia’s peak tourism season (May to September). In April 2025, national hospitality occupancy stood at 54.94%—slightly below 58.19% recorded in April 2024 but marginally above the pre-pandemic level of 54.73% from April 2019. This marks the highest monthly occupancy rate recorded so far in [...]
The desert wind howled across the plains, sculpting the landscape and teasing our resolve, but over four extraordinary days in Namibia’s remote northwest, we were reminded again and again why we ride.
In today’s hyperconnected world, cybersecurity is no longer just an IT concern. It has become a business imperative, a governance priority, and increasingly a matter of national security. For Namibia, the ongoing digital transformation brings immense opportunities, but it also calls for serious attention to risk.
Catch up on Namibia's key developments this month — from rising fraud schemes and a major boost in fish exports to government livestock subsidies, desalination efforts, and inflation trends shaping the economy.
Navigating Indirect Taxes Recently, import tariffs have become quite a topical issue, with US president, Donald Trump, increasing tariffs quite substantially for many countries. These tariffs are, in the main, customs tariffs. It is now a good time, more than ever, to consider indirect tax implications for importing goods between the two Southern African neighbours.Indirect [...]
Building a balanced and inclusive energy future Namibia is no longer just a promising frontier in Africa’s energy narrative — it is fast becoming one of its defining chapters. With recent world-class oil discoveries in the Orange Basin and sustained investor attention, the country is on the cusp of unlocking a new era of economic [...]
