Namibia Trade Network 2023/24

SUSTAINABLE GROWTH

Message from the Editor

As we navigate the dynamic landscape of trade and investment in Namibia, it is imperative that we place sustainable growth at the forefront of our discussions. The world is waking up to the urgent need for environmentally conscious practices and responsible economic development, and Namibia stands poised to follow in this regard. In this edition of Namibia Trade Network, we delve into the importance of sustainable growth and its potential to reshape the future of our nation as well as showcase what Namibia has to offer in terms of business and service offerings.

Namibia, with its abundant natural resources and diverse ecosystems, has a unique opportunity to leverage sustainable practices to drive economic growth. Our rich mineral deposits, breathtaking landscapes, and thriving wildlife provide the foundation for a robust tourism sector that can be nurtured while safeguarding our delicate environment. By embracing eco-tourism, we can showcase the beauty of our country while preserving it for future generations.

Furthermore, sustainable agriculture presents itself as a crucial pillar in Namibia's path towards sustainable growth. As climate change poses challenges to our agricultural practices, innovative solutions are needed to ensure food security while minimising the environmental impact. Implementing precision farming techniques, promoting organic and regenerative farming practices, and investing in sustainable irrigation systems are just a few steps that can be taken to achieve this balance.

To facilitate sustainable growth, it is essential to foster a business environment that encourages responsible investment and promotes renewable energy. Namibia's vast potential for solar and wind energy can be harnessed to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and create a greener, more sustainable energy sector. Incentivising the development of renewable energy projects, coupled with the adoption of energy-efficient

technologies, as we have seen, will not only contribute to environmental preservation but also attract foreign investors seeking socially responsible opportunities.

A crucial aspect of sustainable growth is empowering local communities and ensuring inclusive economic development. In Namibia, there are ample opportunities for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) to thrive, thus reducing unemployment and poverty. By providing support, training, and access to funding for aspiring entrepreneurs, Namibia as a country can cultivate a thriving business ecosystem that benefits all. Embracing sustainable business practices should not be limited to large corporations; it should be an integral part of the entrepreneurial culture at every level.

In addition to domestic efforts, Namibia can contribute to global sustainability through responsible trade practices. Encouraging fair trade, ethical sourcing, and environmentally conscious supply chains will not only enhance our international reputation but also create economic opportunities that align with our values. By working collaboratively with international partners, we have established mutually beneficial trade relationships that prioritise sustainable development and equitable growth, but many more opportunities for this awaits.

As we explore the various facets of sustainable growth, it is crucial to acknowledge the challenges and obstacles that lie ahead. Transitioning to a more sustainable economy requires commitment, innovation, and cooperation from all stakeholders. It demands forward-thinking policies, robust regulatory frameworks, and a shared vision for the future. It necessitates a shift in mindset, where long-term benefits take precedence over short-term gains.

Our aim with this theme is to provide insights, analysis, and success stories that inspire and inform. We will showcase individuals, companies, and organisations that have embraced

sustainability as a guiding principle, illustrating the tangible benefits it can bring to our economy and society. Through these, we hope to motivate to take the necessary steps towards a more sustainable future.

We must remember that sustainable growth is not an option; it is an imperative. It is the key to ensuring the prosperity of future generations and preserving the natural treasures that make Namibia so exceptional. As we embark on this journey together, let us embrace the principles of sustainability, prioritise responsible practices, and forge a path towards a brighter, greener, and more inclusive future.

Thank you for your continued support, and we hope this edition inspires you to join us in championing sustainable growth in Namibia.

Daleen Small

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Message from the Minister

of Industrialisation and Trade

Iam pleased to present the 32nd edition of the Namibia Trade Network (NTN) 2023/2024 under the befitting theme “Sustainable Growth” with a key focus on sustainable economic growth which can be achieved over time without causing irreparable damage to the environment and society. As headwinds from the recent economic events dwindle and global demand, trade and investment as well as supply chains recovers, governments and private sector are expected to collectively steer the world in a more sustainable economic growth trajectory.

It is however important to be cognisant of the pressing and growing challenge of climate change. While developing countries like Namibia are disproportionately affected by this phenomenon, it is crucial to leverage on innovations which can usher in a new growth path. Embedding a sustainable growth mindset can be a catalyst for increasing job opportunities, particularly in services, which are key to sustainable growth.

Future economic growth is entangled with climate change challenge. It is also critical to remain cognisant that the once apportioned goals of development and protecting the environment must be viewed in tandem. Slow economic growth has been observed during the transitional period from the pandemic with developing countries thus far having grown the least, being the most vulnerable to climate change.

Achieving economic growth must now be a priority and this daunting challenge is not insurmountable. The advent of innovations and technological advancement is unleashing new opportunities to grow while generating social equity and inclusiveness and ensuring that economic benefits are shared equitably across societies.

The need for stable energy supply is another important aspect to the industrialisation endeavors and investments in general. It is therefore vital to ensure that there is provision of affordable yet consistent energy to erode the global electrification divide while keeping the air free of pollutants.

Namibia offers a distinctive opportunity to position renewable energy at scale as the country seeks to optimize the production of affordable Green Hydrogen and Ammonia. This key developing sector has potential to lead Namibia’s energy independence, whilst also unlocking an opportunity for industrialisation especially in energy intensive sectors by generating affordable and clean energy.

This development harmonises engines of growth through the accumulation of new productive capacities in strategic sectors, is a vital component of our economic recovery plan which aspires to grow the complexity and diversity of Namibia’s economic structure.

Additionally, building other thriving critical industries in a sustainable manner has the potential to make a major contribution to solving the global climate crisis while also building broad-based prosperity for all Namibians.

Namibia being a forward - looking country is implementing policies on strategic investments to manage the risks and uncertainties from climate change, such as establishing safety nets and better informing their populations of impending dangers.

Sustainable growth is therefore not a mirage but an opportunity that can be firmly grasped by today’s developing countries. While these opportunities exist, the vast array of market failures that sap development also mean success is not guaranteed. Both a stable regulatory framework and functioning markets will be critical to realising the promise of sustainable growth.

It is therefore important to remain cognisant that by promoting economic development that is socially and environmentally responsible, Namibia can build a more equitable, resilient, and sustainable future for all.

Honourable Lucia Iipumbu (MP)

Lucia Iipumbu, Minister of Industrialisation and Trade

FAST FACTS ON NAMIBIA

SURFACE AREA: Windhoek CAPITAL:

824,268 km²

21 March 1990 INDEPENDENCE:

20%

NATURE RESERVES: of surface area

ROADS:

Total road network length of 48 537.7 km

HARBOURS:

Secular state

freedom of religion

90%

CURRENT PRESIDENT: Hage Geingob Multiparty parliament Democratic constitution Division of power between executive, legislature and judiciary Christian

MAIN PRIVATE SECTORS: Mining, Manufacturing, Fishing and Agriculture

BIGGEST EMPLOYER: Agriculture

MINING:

46%

FASTEST-GROWING SECTOR: Information Communication Industry

HIGHEST MOUNTAIN: Brandberg

Walvis Bay, Lüderitz

Spitzkoppe, Moltkeblick, Gamsberg

PERENNIAL RIVERS: Orange, Kunene, Okavango, Zambezi and Kwando/Linyanti/Chobe

EPHEMERAL RIVERS: Numerous, including Fish, Kuiseb, Swakop and Ugab

CURRENCY:

The

on par with the SA Rand. The South African Rand is also legal tender.

Foreign currency, international Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Diners Club credit cards are accepted.

TAX AND CUSTOMS

All goods and services are

14

OTHER PROMINENT MOUNTAINS: vegetation zones

400 680

ENDEMIC plant species

120+

species of trees

species of lichen

LIVING FOSSIL PLANT: Welwitschia mirabilis Diamonds, uranium, copper, lead, zinc, magnesium, cadmium, arsenic, pyrites, silver, gold, lithium minerals, dimension stones (granite, marble, blue sodalite) and many semiprecious stones

BIG GAME:

Elephant, lion, rhino, buffalo, cheetah, leopard, giraffe

20 antelope species

250 mammal species (14 endemic)

46 airstrips

MAIN AIRPORTS: Hosea

Kutako International Airport, Eros Airport

RAIL NETWORK:

2,382 km narrow gauge

TELECOMMUNICATIONS:

6.2 telephone lines per 100 inhabitants

MOBILE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM:

Direct-dialling facilities to 221 countries

GSM agreements with 150 countries / 80 networks

4

0.4182 medical doctor per 1,000 people privately run hospitals in Windhoek with intensive-care units

Medical practitioners (world standard)

24-hour medical emergency services

50

256 699

reptile species

frog species 15%

ENQUIRIES: Ministry of Finance

Tel (+264 61) 23 0773 in Windhoek

bird species

ENDEMIC BIRDS including Herero Chat, Rockrunner, Damara Tern, Monteiro’s Hornbill and Dune Lark

2.6 million DENSITY: 3 per km²

461 000 inhabitants in Windhoek (15% of total)

OFFICIAL LANGUAGE:

English

14 regions

13 ethnic cultures

16 languages and dialects

Most tap water is purified and safe to drink. Visitors should exercise caution in rural areas.

Public transport is NOT available to all tourist destinations in Namibia.

There are bus services from Windhoek to Swakopmund as well as Cape Town/Johannesburg/Vic Falls. Namibia’s main railway line runs from the South African border, connecting Windhoek to Swakopmund in the west and Tsumeb in the north.

There is an extensive network of international and regional flights from Windhoek and domestic charters to all destinations.

GMT + 2 hours

220 volts AC, 50hz, with outlets for round three-pin type plugs

www.thisisnamibia.com

ADULT LITERACY RATE: 1.8%

92%

POPULATION GROWTH RATE:

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS:

over 1,900 schools, various vocational and tertiary institutions

FOREIGN REPRESENTATION

More than 50 countries have Namibian consular or embassy representation in Windhoek.

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS 2024

New Year’s Day

09 APR Sun

01 JAN Sun Easter Sunday

Independence Day

21 MAR Tue Good Friday

01 JAN Mon New Year’s Day Observed

02 JAN Mon Independence Day

New Year’s Day

10 APR Mon Workers Day

07 APR Fri Easter Monday

25 MAY Thu Ascension Day

21 MAR Thur Good Friday

About Namibia National Coat of Arms National Seal Workers’ Day

29 MAR Fri Easter Sunday

01 MAY Mon Cassinga Day

18 MAY Thur Heroes’ Day

04 MAY Thu Africa Day

11 DEC Mon

10 DEC Sun

26 AUG Sat Human Rights Day/ Women's Day

26 DEC Tue Human Rights Day Observed

25 DEC Mon Family Day

Easter Monday

25 MAY Sat

01 APR Mon Family Day

01 MAY Wed Cassinga Day

10 DEC Tue Africa Day

09 MAY Thu Christmas Day

Ascension Day

31 MAR Sun Heroes Day

26 AUG Mon Human Rights Day/ Women's Day

26 DEC Thu

04 MAY Sat Christmas Day

25 DEC Wed

Invest in Namibia

Introducing Namibia

Namibia is ranked amongst the world’s most politically stable countries. The Namibian government is committed to stimulating economic growth and creating employment through the attraction and retention of investments.

Namibia is strategically located on the southwestern coast of Africa and serves as a quintessential trade conduit with the rest of the world for landlocked neighbouring countries such as Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe and the Democratic Republic of Congo through the port of Walvis Bay. Compared to other ports in the region, the congestion-free airport offers shipping lines time savings of up to five days to Europe and the Americas. It also serves as a springboard into the Southern African Development Community (SADC) trade block, with a market access of 330 million people.

Namibia is endowed with natural wind and sun resources and is considered to be amongst the most competitive destinations in the world with the potential to become a producer and exporter of green hydrogen, reckoned to catalyse the decarbonisation of the planet.

Namibia’s primary infrastructure is well-developed and modern, with a good transport system whose road infrastructure quality has been ranked as the best in Africa for the past five years. Additionally, Namibia offers a sophisticated financial sector, an efficient communication system with global cellular networks and globally competitive broadband. The economy is mostly export-driven, with mining, tourism, fishing and agriculture being Namibia’s key sectors.

South Africa

China

Eurozone

South Africa

China

Zambia

Precious metals including diamonds & gold

Uranium

Fish

TOP 3 IMPORTS

Mineral fuels and products

Machinery & mechanical appliances, nuclear reactors

Metals

(2022)

IMPORTS (2022)

TOP 3 IMPORT MARKETS

TOP 3 EXPORT MARKETS

TOP 3 EXPORTS

Rate

N$1=US$19.1324 (16 August 2023, Bank of Namibia)

Trade Agreements

• African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA)

• African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA)

• Namibia-Zimbabwe Preferential Trade Agreement

• Southern African Customs Union (SACU)

• Southern African Customs Union (SACU) - European Free Trade Association (EFTA)

• Southern African Customs Union (SACU)

• Common Market of the South (MERCOSUR)

• SACU - Mozambique - United Kingdom (UK) Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA)

• Southern African Development Community (SADC)

• Southern African Development Community (SADC) - European Union (EU) Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA)

• World Trade Organization (WTO)

Investment Climate

The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) serves as the first-point contact for potential investors and provides comprehensive services from the initial consulting stage to the operational stage. The NIPDB also provides general information and advice on investment opportunities, incentives and procedures.

The task of the NIPDB is to help investors reduce red tape by liaising with Government departments and regulatory agencies, including obtaining work visas for foreign investors. The Government of Namibia, therefore, welcomes and encourages foreign investment to help develop the national economy for the benefit of its people.

Why Namibia?

POLITICAL STABILITY

• 33 years of stable democracy and peace

ADVANCED INFRASTRUCTURE

• Stable electricity, water supply and sanitation

RULE OF LAW

• Established and functioning rules and regulations

Rankings

• 1st in Africa for Freedom of the Press, World Press Freedom Index –Reporters Without Borders (2023)

• 1st in Africa for the past five years for Quality and Connectivity of Road Infrastructure, Global Competitiveness Report – World Economic Forum (2019)

• 1st in Africa (8th globally), Global Gender Gap Report – World Economic Forum (2023)

• 4th in Africa for the least corrupt public sector, Corruption Perception Index – Transparency International (2022)

• 8th in Africa for Overall Good Governance – Ibrahim Index of African Governance (2022)

• Top 10 in Africa, Investment Attractiveness Index, Annual Survey of Mining Companies – Fraser Institute (2021) Fraser Institute Annual Survey of Mining Companies Ranking, 2021

Policy Environment

Namibia’s foreign investment policy is governed by the Foreign Investment Act, 1990 (Act no. 27 of 1990). The aim of the Act is to address and stimulate foreign investment in Namibia. The Namibia Investment Promotion Act (NIPA) is currently under review and will replace the FIA Act.

FINANCIAL SOPHISTICATION

• Well-developed financial and banking sectors

• 3rd largest pension fund industry in Africa

ACCESSIBLE WORKFORCE

• An educated, job-seeking, English-speaking population that can be upskilled using a national fund

QUALITY OF LIFE

• Comfortable weather, short commutes, quality schools, hospitals and entertainment

LOGISTICAL HUB

• High-quality logistical infrastructure and competence (including regional international land, air sea connections)

NATURAL RESOURCES

• Local and regional abundance of solar, wind, oil, gas, metal, mineral and agricultural resources

MARKET ACCESS

• Several preferential trade agreements, including AfCFTA, EPAs, AGOA and MERCOSUR

Diversification Strategy

Since 2016, Namibia has been hit by a series of negative events, including a commodity price downturn, an extended sub-continental drought and, like the rest of the world, the Covid-19 pandemic. The combination of these negative trends has amplified the cyclical nature of Namibia’s economy.

As part of a high-level intervention to reduce the impact of these events, the Government of Namibia engaged the Harvard Kennedy School’s Growth Lab in 2019 with the aim of creating a roadmap to a more sustainable economic development and growth trajectory. A joint team of representatives from the Bank of Namibia (the country’s central bank), the Ministry of Finance, the National Planning Commission, Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade and the Harvard Growth Lab has been shepherding the process alongside other Namibian stakeholders.

The work Namibia has been doing with the Harvard Growth Lab predominantly focuses on:

• Diagnosing structural deficiencies in the economy

• Assessing and understanding the country’s economic complexity shortcomings

• Identifying specific strategies which could address the lack of economic depth

One of the major objectives that emerged from this research and analysis was the development of the Country Economic Diversification Strategy to address core issues impacting Namibia’s economy. The strategy is expected to:

• Reduce exposure to commodity price fluctuations and cycles

• Develop new sectors and products in the economy

• Focus on services and the economic value they create

• Increase economic complexity by facilitating the conversion of primary products from the commodities sector into secondary products

• Create new sectors and industries that will support the country’s energy transition ambitions to make Namibia a continental leader in the green economy

• Create new sectors and industries that will support the country’s energy transition ambitions to make Namibia a continental leader in the green economy

Economic diversification efforts will be based on several sectors and prioritisation that leverages existing productive capabilities that may enable transitions towards more sophisticated economic activities. These sectors include:

RENEWABLE ENERGY

Areas of investment opportunity

• Mineral fuels

• Machinery & mechanical appliances, nuclear reactors

• Vehicles, parts & accessories

Why invest?

• Established industry

• Abundant resources (solar, wind & biomass)

• Nampower Modified Single Buyer (MSB) model

• Export to the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP)

• More affordable power for more industries

FOOD INDUSTRY

Areas of investment opportunity

• Bidding on public green schemes

• Partnering with local project owners/farmers (projects of various sizes are available)

Why invest?

• Well-established industry

• Existing & expanding market access (organic meat to Europe and US, grapes and fish to Europe)

• Secure, private land tenure

• National, regional & international need

TOURISM

Tourism and hospitality has become synonymous with Namibia. The contribution of tourism to the national GDP was about N$7 billion, the third largest contributor after mining and agriculture. Conservation is a cornerstone of the Namibian experience, Namibia was the first African country to incorporate protection of the environment into its constitution.

Why invest?

Natural resources, especially in the form of natural beauty are abundantly available

SERVICES (DIGITAL & GLOBAL BUSINESS)

Areas of investment opportunity

Call centres, training centres and business process outsourcing centres

Why invest?

• Advanced digital infrastructure

• Excellent national connectivity

• Linguistic prowess

• English as the only official language – many citizens also fluent in German, Portuguese, French, Spanish & Mandarin

MINING, CHEMICALS & ADJACENT INDUSTRY

Areas of investment opportunity

Diamonds | Uranium | Copper | Lead | Zinc | Manganese | Tin | Rare Metals (REE, Tantalum, Niobium) | Lithium | Gold | Silver | Salt | Marble | Granite

• Top 10 producer of diamonds

• Fourth largest exporter of non-fuel minerals in Africa fourth largest producer of uranium oxide

Why invest?

• Significant natural resources

• Very well established local & regional mining industries

• Established salt & plastic industries

• Green hydrogen developments

• Oil & gas finds

• Diversification & quality employment

TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS

Areas of investment opportunity

The transportation logistics industries have always been lucrative and are expected to grow exponentially as both the local and regional economies grow and become even more interconnected.

Why invest?

• Market access

• Logistical hub

• Available workforce

• Regional resources

• Diversification & quality employment

Namibia Investment Promotion & Development Board

Unlocking opportunities: enabling a better quality of life for all Namibians

TOWARDS A PRIVATE SECTOR LED INCLUSIVE ECONOMY

The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) serves as a one-stop shop for all companies aspiring to do business in Namibia.

The NIPDB is mandated to promote and facilitate investment by foreign and Namibian investors, and coordinate MSME activities across all levers of the economy, with the aim of contributing to economic development and job creation

INVESTMENT PROMOTION

As a public entity in the Office of the President, the NIPDB exists to facilitate investments into Namibia, and we pride ourselves in providing professional and personalised guidance tailored to each client’s unique needs and interests. Once you have made the decision to do business in Namibia, the NIPDB is your first point of call.

As part of our service offering, the NIPDB assists potential investors to set up their businesses in Namibia, and offers services such as visa and permits facilitation amongs others.

Our aim is to make Namibia the investment destination of choice by improving the ease of doing business, starting with eliminating red tape and driving policy reforms.

MSME DEVELOPMENT

In addition to investment promotion, the NIPDB also plays a vital role in supporting the growth and development of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Namibia. Our primary objective is to create an enabling environment for MSMEs by implementing policies and initiatives that foster their establishment and expansion. Additionally, the NIPDB focuses on facilitating access to finance, promoting innovation, and providing capacitybuilding programs to enhance the competitiveness of MSMEs.

Our MSME function is driven by a strategic focus on core growth areas. We cater to access to finance, market access, capacity building and ideation needs. Further to that, the NIPDB coordinates MSME activities across all levers of the economy to ensure their consistent support and development based on the National MSME Policy.

No-one left behind, Accountability, Making a difference, Integrity, Brilliance, Innovation, Agility (NAMIBIA)

If you would like to find out more the role of the NIPDB in developing the country’s economy, please get in touch with us.

CONTACT:

Catherine Shipushu

Senior Manager: Marketing, Branding and Communications

Tel: +264 83 333 8636 | Cell: +264 81 127 9069

Email: catherine.shipushu@nipdb.com | Web: www.nipdb.com

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EXECUTIVE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Nangula Uaandja Chairperson & Chief Executive Officer

Richwell Lukonga Chief Operating Officer

Dino Ballotti Executive Director: MSME Development, Innovation and Acceleration

Francois van Schalkwyk Executive Director: Investments and New Ventures

Jessica Hauuanga Head of Department: Investor Experience, Retention and Aftercare

Margareth Gustavo Executive Director: Strategy and Branding

Julia Muetudhana Executive Director: Talent Innovation and Productivity

ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS

Ms. Dagmar Honsbein |

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Mr. Hans Gerdes

Ms. Hilger Vendura

Mr. James Mnyupe | Ms. Kauna Ndilula Mr. Martin Shipanga | Ms. Nangula Uaandja | Mr. Stefan Hugo | Mr. Vetumbuavi Mungunda

Ministry of Industrialisation & Trade

Mandate:

The Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade is charged with the responsibility to develop and manage Namibia’s economic regulatory framework, promote economic growth and development through the formulation and implementation of appropriate policies to attract investment, increase trade, develop and expand the country’s industrial base and enable equitable participation in the domestic and international markets.

Mission:

To create an enabling environment for increased domestic and foreign direct investment (FDI), trade and industrial development, and to position and safeguard the interests of Namibia in the regional and global economy. The Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade is responsible for the development and management of Namibia’s economic regulatory regime, the basis on which the country’s domestic and external economic relations are conducted. It promotes growth and development of the economy through the formulation and implementation of appropriate policies to attract investment, trade, as well as develop and expand the country’s industrial base.

Vision:

To be the leading ministry in the drive towards industrialisation, the realisation of an export-driven economy and making Namibia a preferred FDI destination to achieve increased and sustainable economic benefits and employment for Namibians and to be able to compete internationally.

STARTEGIC OBJECTIVES

CORE VALUES

Integrity

Be consistent, honest, and trustworthy in our dealings with clientele and stakeholders.

Quality

Deliver quality and standard services in line with the public service charter.

Transparency

Perform our duties in a fair, open and honest manner.

Accountability

Be responsible and accountable in the performance of our duties

Efficiency

Deliver timely, efficient, and effective service to the public.

Professionalism

Provide and execute our duties in a competent and skilful manner.

Creativity and Innovation

Strive towards creativity and innovation to improve productivity in a cost-effective manner.

Foresight

Foresee problems and take proactive actions to respond swiftly and effectively to challenges.

Elijah Mukubonda, Chief Information

Brendan Simbwaye Square, Block B

Cnr. Dr. Kenneth Kaunda & Goether Streets

Tel: +264 61 283 7223

Email: Elijah.Mukubonda@mit.gov.na

www.mit.gov.na

Services offered by the Ministry

This segment seeks to advance inculcating service areas offered by the ministry to its stakeholders (internal and external). These include support services for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), such as liquor licencing, SME certification, business plan applications, feasibility studies, product development and testing, skills development, group training, mentorship, environmental impact assessments, market research, and the provision of information on trade and industrialisation statistics.

By extension, these services also embrace all programmes designed to assist MSMEs, including but not limited to:

(a)  Equipment Aid Scheme: Assist MSMEs that are involved in manufacturing and value addition business activities with production equipment and machineries.

(b)  SDG Impact Facility: Providing mentorship grants and debt financing to women and youths in business, social enterprises and MSMEs, as well as addressing one of the key challenges faced by MSMEs, which is access to affordable finance.

(c)  Empretec: The Government of the Republic of Namibia and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) identified the need to support entrepreneurs in the country with the establishment of EMPRETEC Namibia for the development of entrepreneurship skills for enterprise expansion. The overall objective for EMPRETEC Namibia is to support entrepreneurship and enterprise development in the country using the EMPRETEC model’s best practice.

d) IUMP: A grant scheme designed to enhance productivity and competitiveness of selected firms, focusing on firmlevel diagnosis

Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation

MANDATE

The Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation is tasked with managing Namibia’s policy on international relations and cooperation as stipulated in Article 96 of the Namibian Constitution, with an overarching objective of protecting the nation’s interest abroad. The ministry is also entrusted with the primary function of formulating, promoting and executing Namibia’s foreign policy and the conduct of Namibia’s international relations. The foundation and guide for the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation is the Namibian Constitution, which defines all aspects of state power in Namibia.

MISSION

A prosperous, economically competitive, and globally respectable Namibia.

VISION

To promote, protect and defend Namibia’s national interests and image globally.

THE FIVE GUIDELINES WHICH ARE CONTAINED IN ARTICLE 96 OF THE CONSTITUTION ARE:

• Adopt and maintain a policy of non-alignment

• Promote international cooperation, peace and security

• Create and maintain just and mutually beneficial relations among nations

• Foster respect for international law and treaty obligations

• Encourage the settlement of international disputes by peaceful means

The key strategic foreign policy goals are as follows:

• Promotion and enhancement of Namibia’s prosperity through economic growth and sustainable development

• Promotion of international peace and stability, regional cooperation, especially through active support, collective initiatives and effective multilateralism

• Promotion of Namibia in Africa’s standing and influence in world affairs

• Protection of the welfare of Namibian citizen abroad

• Provision of professional and appropriate service to the government and private institutions and individuals with interests abroad

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN NAMIBIA

At Namibia’s independence, the economy was small, and the majority of people were excluded from any meaningful economic activity and effective participation. Namibia has made significant progress on all fronts since gaining independence in 1990, and is today considered as one of the most stable democracies in the world. Supported by prudent monetary policies and fiscal discipline, Namibia is able to maintain macroeconomic stability.

However, Namibia’s economy has thus far not reached the degree of diversification and value additional necessary to provide sustained economic growth. While the Namibian economy is predominantly reliant on the primary sector, it offers abundant investment opportunities in sectors such as manufacturing, mining, energy, agriculture, infrastructure development, tourism, fishing and services.

Namibia’s trade policy and advantages are defined by its membership to the multilateral regional trade arrangements such as the Southern African Development Community (SADC), Southern African Customs Union (SACU), the World Trade Organisation (WTO), the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) between the Organisation of Africa, Carribbean and Pacific States (OACPS) and the African Continental Free Trade Area (ACfTA).

The Namibian Diplomatic Missions have a s special role to play in the promotion of Foreign Direct Investment through win-win partnerships. Our economic diplomacy strives to connect investment opportunities to investors to finance development.

Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation

Tel: +264 61 282 9111

Fax: +264 61 223 937

E-mail: headquaters@mirco.com.na

Private Bag 13347, Windhoek, Namibia

Website: www.mirco.gov.na

Minister Hon. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

Deputy Minister Hon. Jennelly Matundu

Executive Director Amb. Pendapala Naanda

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Other Key Investor Service Agencies

NFT – NAMIBIA TRADE FOURUM

The Namibia Trade Forum (NTF) is an agency of the Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade (MIT) whose main mandate is to institutionalise public-private dialogue and cooperation with emphasis on international and domestic trade and investment policies as stipulated by the National Development Plans.

The role of the NTF is to act as the main consultative body representing private sector views to the government. We drive smart dialogue between the public and private sector in order to influence trade policy, economic growth and a conducive business environment.

The NTF thus serves as the highest public-private dialogue institution on international and domestic trade and investment matters of government. It achieves this function through various means such as workshops, seminars, trade negotiations, meetings ,media releases etc.

Tel: +264 61 235 237

Email: info@ntf.org.na

www.ntf.org.na

DEVELOPMENT BANK OF NAMIBIA

A broad range of financial products, as well as financing for PPPs engaged in developing infrastructure, is provided by the Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) for priority development projects.

Tel: +264 61 290 800

Email: info@dbn.com.na

www.dbn.com.na

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NCCI – THE NAMIBIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY

The NCCI’s brand promise is to be “A premier voice for business in Namibia.” Its core functions include: Outgoing and incoming business missions Certificates of Origin

The Chamber provides trade and investment facility related advisory services to its members and non-member institutions. The service is rendered through consultancy to individual business leaders and covers, amongst others:

• Business support by providing accurate and up to date information regarding export- import regulations, investment requirements, licensing requirements and more.

• Business matchmaking like B2B or B2G meetings

• Support in trade missions and exhibitions

• Industry representation in international trade negotiations or facilitation meetings

Tel: +264 61 228 809

Email: info@ncci.org.na

www.ncci.org.na

WALVIS BAY CORRIDOR GROUP

The Walvis Bay Corridor Group is a facilitation centre and one-stop shop coordinating trade along the four Walvis Bay Corridors linking Namibia and the ports of Walvis Bay and Lüderitz to the rest of the SADC countries.

Tel: +264 61 251 669

Email: marketing@wbcg.com.na

www.wbcg.com.na

All intelligent investing is value investing. Aquiring more that you are paying for. You must value the business in order to value the stock.

- Charlie Munger

IJG Economic Update 2023

2022 Overview

The Namibia Statistics Agency’s (“NSA”) Preliminary National Accounts data shows that the Namibian economy recorded real GDP growth of 4.6% in 2022, the quickest since 2014. Negative growth in 2019, followed by the sharp downturn in 2020 of 8.1%, meant that the relatively quicker economic growth Namibia experienced in 2021 and 2022 was from a low base, and overall output remained below the peak of 2018.

Source: NSA, IJG Securities

As was the case in 2021, the growth in 2022 was primarily driven by growth in mining output, with the sector posting growth of 21.6%. Growth within the sector was in large part due to increased diamond production following the commissioning of Debmarine’s Benguela Gem mining vessel. The uranium mining sub-sector recorded a moderate contraction in 2022, following a strong increase in the value of uranium exported in 2021. Namibia was the world’s third-largest (3rd) uranium producer in 2022 and accounted for 11% of global production. The Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing sector recorded moderate growth of 2.6%.

Growth from the secondary industries was mixed, with Manufacturing output climbing by 5.0%, Electricity and Water growing by 10.3%, and construction contracting by 16.4%, making it the seventh (7th) consecutive year the sector has recorded negative growth. In real terms, the sector’s output in 2022 was 25% of that of 2015. The Manufacturing sector’s growth was mainly attributed to robust growth in the diamond processing sub-sector.

The tertiary industries again posted moderate growth in 2022 of 2.2%. Wholesale and Retail Trade, often seen as a proxy of consumer sentiment, encouragingly logged growth for a second (2nd) consecutive year of 6.0%. Output for the sub-sector was however still well below the highs of 2016. Nonetheless, the growth suggests broader economic drivers beyond just mining, and that consumer sentiment is improving on a somewhat sustained basis. The NSA reported further growth for the sub-sector in Q1 2023, which means that the sub-sector is on track to surpass the output levels of 2019. The Hotels and Restaurants sub-sector saw a similar recovery during 2022 on the back of an increase in tourist activity. Following a contraction in 2021, Financial and Insurance Services recorded moderate growth as banks benefited from margin expansion, although output remained below 2020 levels.

Information Communication’s output grew by 2.5%, materially slower than the growth recorded in 2021, as people returned to work, resulting in increased face-to-face engagement and fewer mobile minutes being used. Healthcare Services logged strong growth of 8.0% attributed to increased health personnel capacity. Public Administration and Defence, or government output ex-health and education, which was relatively flat in 2021, recorded a 0.9% contraction in 2022 as fiscal consolidation measures and the hiring freeze remained in place.

Despite the 4.6% growth in 2022, GDP remains below the high-water mark level of 2018. 2022 output levels were just below the pre-pandemic levels of 2019, meaning that the economy has now more or less recovered from the effects of the extreme lockdown measures implemented by the Government. Namibia has now encouragingly recorded eight (8) consecutive quarters of year-on-year growth, with five (5) of these quarters registering growth of 5.0% and higher.

Source: NSA, IJG Securities

Outlook 2023

Global Macro

The majority of the global macroeconomic outlook themes of 2022 have spilt over to 2023. Most economic debates are still focused on whether the US will be entering a recession this year, how many more rate hikes we will see from central banks around the world to tame inflation, and the continued impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on the world economy. The International Monetary Fund (“IMF”) raised its global GDP growth forecast for 2023 to 3.0% in July. While this is slower than the 3.5% growth recorded in 2022, it is faster than the 2.8% projection of April. The global growth forecast for 2024 was left unchanged at 3.0%.

Source: IMF, IJG Securities

One of the most widely forecasted US recessions in history has yet to make its landfall. The US economy has shown remarkable resilience over the last two (2) years, in the face of elevated inflation, aggressive rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, the debt ceiling standoff and the banking sector turmoil. The IMF has revised its 2023 growth forecast for the US upwards by 0.2 percentage points to 1.8%, on account of robust consumption growth which reflects the strength of the labour market. This however does not mean that the US is completely out of the woods yet, as excess savings built up during the pandemic are declining, and monetary tightening could tip the economy into a recession. However, high frequency data that keeps surprising to the upside suggests that there might be a wider path to the elusive “soft landing” than initially predicted, in which inflation is tamed without a sharp rise in unemployment. Either way, if the US does enter a recession this year, or in 2024, it will likely not be as severe as some initially feared. It is thus improbable that we will see a US recession triggering a ‘risk-off’ sentiment as severe as we witnessed during the Covid-19 pandemic, which resulted in domestic bond yields spiking and sudden, material local currency depreciation.

At present, a more significant concern arises from the ongoing war in Ukraine, as the conflict appears to be far from over. The most immediate risk is that geopolitical tensions intensify and that the world economy separates into blocs, resulting in more trade restrictions, and a rebound in energy and food prices. Russia has been cosying up to African nations, and at a Russia-Africa summit in July promised free grain supplies to six African countries, following the country’s decision to pull out of the grain deal that was brokered by Turkey in 2022. The deal, which lasted about a year, allowed billions of US dollars worth of grain to safely transit out of Ukraine via the Black Sea. Wheat prices have been climbing globally since Russia withdrew, which places further upward pressure on food prices.

Domestic Growth Forecast

Current forecasts are for the Namibian economy to grow by around 3.0% in real terms in 2023 and 2.9% in 2024, according to the Bank of Namibia (“BoN”). This will result in output levels surpassing their 2018 peak levels for the first time. Primary industries are projected to grow by 5.2% in 2023, following the robust growth recorded in 2021 and 2022. The mining sector, and particularly the diamond mining sub-sector, is anticipated to continue supporting overall GDP growth in 2023, albeit at a slower pace than the last two years. The ongoing oil exploration and appraisal activities should also contribute to the mining sector’s growth in 2023.

Secondary industries are forecasted to grow by 3.2% in 2023, on the back of improved growth rates for the manufacturing, as well as the electricity and water sector. The construction sector is, however, projected to experience further contractions. The tertiary industries meanwhile are forecasted to grow by a relatively subdued 2.1% in 2023.

Domestic Inflation

Similar to the global trend, the Namibian Consumer Price Inflation (“NCPI”) rate peaked during the latter half of 2022, reaching 7.3% in August. The NCPI rate has been dropping steadily since April 2023, with June’s 5.3% print the lowest in a little over a year. Namibian inflation remains influenced by supply-side factors, evidenced by goods inflation, which is currently running at almost twice the rate (6.5% y/y in June 2023), in contrast to services inflation at 3.4% y/y. The ‘transport’ category (depicted in purple in the chart below), which has consistently been the largest driver of inflation in the country between September 2021 and December 2022, is now no longer contributing to the annual NCPI rate, as fuel prices are now 7.0% lower than they were a year ago. Food inflation, while slowing, remains elevated at 11.7% y/y. ‘Housing and Utilities’, which has the heaviest weighting in the inflation basket at 28.4%, is posting relatively moderate inflation of 2.8% y/y, primarily due to increases in rental prices being muted at 2.1%.

Going forward, we expect the disinflationary trend to continue over the short term, although at a moderating pace. IJG’s inflation model is currently forecasting that the NCPI rate will end 2023 between 4.1% and 5.1%, and slow to around 4.2% in 2024. Inflationary risks however remain to the upside, as a recovery in oil prices is possible, especially if OPEC+ continues to cut supply or if economic activity picks up more than expected. Other risks include the potential impact of El Niño on agricultural output, resulting in higher food prices (more on this later). Moreover, an escalation in geopolitical tensions could lead to increased commodity prices and supply constraints, ultimately resulting in higher overall prices.

Source: Namibia Statistics Agency, IJG Securities

Interest Rates

Central banks’ fight against inflation continued in 2023 as several have raised borrowing rates to the highest levels in at least two decades. Inflation is easing in most countries but remains relatively elevated, and well above target levels, prompting central banks to keep monetary conditions restrictive. The Federal Reserve Bank’s Chairman, Jerome Powell, noted at the July Federal Open Market Committee meeting that the central bank will be assessing “the totality of the incoming [economic] data” as well as the implications for economic activity and inflation. There is widespread consensus that the Fed is either done hiking rates or at least very close to done.

Closer to home, the South African Reserve Bank’s (“SARB”) Monetary Policy Committee (“MPC”) surprised the market in July by holding borrowing rates steady for the first time since November 2021, ending a rate hiking streak of a cumulative 475bps at 10 consecutive MPC meetings. The SARB however stopped short of claiming victory in its fight against inflation, holding the door open for further increases. Going forward, decisions will very much be data driven. The current pricing of the Forward Rate Agreement (“FRA”) curve suggests that the SARB has completed its rate-hiking cycle, at least for the time being, and that the central bank will start cutting rates sometime during Q2 2024.

*The columns indicate the number of 25bp hikes/cuts expected for a given month as at the date indicated in the legend (RHS) | Source: Bloomberg, IJG Securities

After deviating somewhat from the SARB in both November 2022 and April 2023, by announcing rate hikes that were 25bps smaller than the SARB’s, the BoN decided to act in kind at the June MPC meeting. The governor stated that the relatively wide spread between SA's rates and Namibia's were "creating challenges". He noted that the BoN had seen outflows of N$10.1 billion to South Africa during the first five (5) months of 2023, and added that "what we need to do now is to close the gap before it becomes a bigger problem."

The Governor’s comments showed that the central bank is somewhat caught between a rock and a hard place at present. The domestic inflation rate has been ticking down meaningfully since March, meaning that there is little reason to hike rates further at this point. However, should the SARB wish to continue protecting the value of the Rand by hiking rates further over the coming months to ‘stay ahead’ of more developed nations, the BoN will have little choice but to follow suit, despite it hurting indebted consumers and businesses at a time that it is not necessarily needed.

Fiscus and the Budget

In February, we saw the Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises deliver one of the most positive sounding budgets we have seen in the last decade. The Government’s fiscal position is expected to improve further in 2023/24, with the Ministry projecting to receive N$74.74bn and to spend N$84.58bn. The forecasted revenue figure was revised upwards by N$5.83bn or 8.5% after already being revised upwards by 11.5% in the mid-year budget in October. The projected expenditure for 2023/24 was revised upwards by N$6.56bn or 8.4% from the mid-year budget. The annualised growth rate in budget expenditure since 2019/20, or the last pre-Covid year, is a somewhat reasonable 5.9%, slightly lower than the 6.4% growth in revenue over the same period.

Source: Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises, IJG Securities

2023/24 will see the smallest absolute deficit in four (4) years. This will also be the first budget deficit of less than 5.0% in more than a decade. The funding requirement for 2023/24 amounts to N$10.08bn, significantly lower than the N$19.38bn requirement of 2022/23 and N$30.40bn for 2021/22. The borrowing requirement will be roughly in line with debt service costs of N$10.02bn in 2023/24, meaning that all debt issued will effectively cover interest costs only, whereas in prior years debt funded other expenditure as well. Thus 2023/24 will be the first primary budget (excluding interest and other statutory costs) surplus in quite some time. Total debt as a percentage of GDP is expected to peak at 70.5% in 2024/25, falling thereafter. Total Government debt is expected to reach N$150.87bn in 2023/24, N$160.02bn in 2024/25 and N$166.22bn in 2025/26.

We feel it would be prudent to remain somewhat sceptical regarding some of the specific revenue drivers for the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) period. SACU revenues have long been unpredictable, or at least inconsistent, and the projections are for very healthy SACU revenues, although decreasing modestly, in the outer MTEF years. Our view is that the future of SACU revenues is quite uncertain, and we would have preferred to see some additional caution applied to these projections. Similarly, the elevated rate of growth projected in company taxes suggests a resurgence in business confidence which is not yet broadly visible in our opinion.

Energy – Green Hydrogen and Oil

Much of the longer-term growth optimism continues to be placed on Namibia’s green hydrogen ambitions, particularly by the Government, and the recent oil finds. Two more deep-water oil discoveries were made by Shell in 2023 at its Jonker and La Rona exploration wells, following the two discoveries made by TotalEnergies and Shell in 2022. Initial estimates by Wood Mackenzie are that the country’s oil resources are around 11 billion barrels of oil equivalent along with 2.2 trillion cubic feet of natural gas reserves. It should be stressed at this stage that it is still very early days on both the oil and green hydrogen fronts and that any potential oil revenues will only start flowing at the earliest in 2028. Still, the fact that TotalEnergies is ploughing half of its 2023 global exploration budget into its exploration and appraisal drilling operations in Namibia is certainly sending out promising signals.

We noted last year, that in the near term, the discoveries are likely to impact Government budget ceilings and allocations as certainty regarding the viability of exploiting the resource improves. With the possibility of substantial future windfall revenues, the Government may experience reduced pressure to limit debt issuance. Consequently, as confidence grows regarding the feasibility of oil extraction, the Government might resume taking on an expansionary role in the economy.

On the green hydrogen front, the Government is continuing in its quest to position Namibia as a major producer towards the latter part of the decade. However, at present the process of generating hydrogen from low-carbon energy sources remains costly, making it less competitive in comparison to hydrogen produced from fossil fuels. To rival grey hydrogen and fossil fuels, green hydrogen heavily relies on foreign government incentives and strategic interventions. We, therefore, remain somewhat sceptical of Namibia’s green hydrogen ambitions for now, especially as it is still early days and global competition in this space seems high.

Potential Headwinds

While the longer-term economic outlook seems positive, short-term risks persist. There is a generally held view that Southern Africa will possibly transition into an El Niño state in the 2023/24 summer season. Such a system typically leads to increased summer temperatures and lower rainfall, which adversely affects dam levels and crop production. Namibia did not have a particularly great rainy season in 2023, and below-average rainfall in 2024 will see stricter water restrictions imposed by NamWater, which will hamper economic activity. The intensity and duration of an El Niño state however remains uncertain at present.

Another risk Namibia continues to face is its energy supply. The well-documented struggles by South Africa’s Eskom led to the power utility cutting its supply contract with Namibia by half to 100MW. NamPower has mostly been able to make up for this by importing more electricity from the Southern African Power Pool, however, Zambia has already threatened to curb exports from its hydropower plants in anticipation of electricity shortages stemming from the El Niño weather phenomenon. This will undoubtedly put further pressure on Namibia’s electricity supply.

Lastly, while the domestic fiscal outlook for the next few years is positive, it is very reliant on SACU revenues being higher over the MTEF period. As mentioned in the Fiscus section, these are typically unpredictable and inconsistent, and the fiscal situation could easily deteriorate if these revenues do not come through as predicted by the Government. This will lead to higher deficits and borrowing costs than forecasted.

Source: Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises, IJG Securities

IJG HOLDINGS

Group Chairman

Mathews Hamutenya

Tel: +264 61 256 699

Group Managing Director

Mark Späth

Tel: +264 61 383 510 mark@ijg.net

IJG SECURITIES

Managing Director Designate

Eric van Zyl

Tel: +264 61 383 530 eric@ijg.net

Group Financial Manager

Helena Shikongo

Tel: +264 61 383 528 helena@ijg.net

Group Compliance Officer

Zanna Beukes

Tel: +264 61 383 516 zanna@ijg.net

Equity & Fixed Income Dealing

Leon Maloney

Tel: +264 61 383 512 leon@ijg.net

IJG WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Managing Director

Andri Ntema

Tel: +264 81 958 3518 andri@ijg.net

Head Wealth Manager

Wim Boshoff

Tel: +264 81 958 3537 wim@ijg.net

IJG CAPITAL

Managing Director

Jakob de Klerk

Tel: +264 61 383 517 jakob@ijg.net

Business Analyst

Mirko Maier

Tel: +264 61 383 531 mirko@ijg.net

Wealth Manager

Aretha Burger

Tel: +264 81 958 3540 aretha@ijg.net

Wealth Manager

Katja Greef

Tel: +264 81 958 3538 katja@ijg.net

Group Financial Officer

Tashiya Josua

Tel: +264 81 958 3511 tashiya@ijg.net

Financial Accountant

Matheus Namwandi

Tel: +264 81 958 3536 matheus@ijg.net

Settlements & Administration

Maria Amutenya

Tel: +264 61 383 515 maria@ijg.net

Group PA

Madeline Olivier

Tel: +264 81 958 3500 madeline@ijg.net

Sales and Research

Hugo van den Heever

Tel: +264 81 958 3542 hugo@ijg.net

Potfolio Manager

Ross Rudd

Tel: +264 81 958 3523 ross@ijg.net

Wealth Operations Manager

Leonie de Klerk

Tel: +264 81 958 3533 leonie@ijg.net

Wealth Administration

Lorein Kazombaruru

Tel: +264 81 958 3521 lorein@ijg.net

Wealth Administration

Francoise van Wyk

Tel: +264 81 958 3513 francoise@ijg.net

Business Analyst

Letta Nell

Tel: +264 81 958 3532 letta@ijg.net

IJG INVESTMENT MANAGERS

Portfolio Director

Dylan Van Wyk

Tel: +264 81 958 3529 dylan@ijg.net

Business Analyst

Lucas Martin

Tel: +264 81 958 3541 lucas@ijg.net

Value Add Analyst

Fares Amunkete

Tel: +264 61 383 527 fares@ijg.net

IJG UNIT TRUST

Portfolio Administrator

Keshia !Hoa-Khaos

Tel: +264 81 958 3514 keshia@ijg.net

IJG ADVISORY ALDES NAMIBIA BUSINESS BROKERS

Managing Director

Herbert Maier

Tel: +264 81 958 3522 herbert@ijg.net

Director

Jolyon Irwin

Tel: +264 81 958 3500 jolyon@ijg.net

Broker

Ursula Gollwitzer

Tel: +264 61 383 535 ursula@aldesnamibia.com

Broker

Richard Hoff

Tel: +264 61 383 500 richard@aldesnamibia.com

Government of Namibia

Photography credit: Namibian Presidency, Parliament of Namibia

THE PRESIDENCY

The role of the Presidency is to provide support services to the President, Vice-President, Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister in the execution of their constitutional obligations and duties. The Presidency includes all of the roles that are in line with the constitutional provisions, as well as other positions such as Ministers and Special Advisors and staff members from the public service whose functions would be to serve the Presidency in the execution of their duties. The President and Prime Minister, together with their respective Deputies, represent the executive and administrative heartbeat of Government business. The Ministers and Special Advisors assigned to this office will be required to provide strategic leadership, management and administrative support services to the above-mentioned Constitutional Mandates. It is key for all of these roles to be institutionalised within the Presidency to ensure strategic leadership and communication to both the State and society.

President of the Republic of Namibia

H.E. President Dr. Hage Gottfried Geingob

OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

Address: State House, 1 Engelberg Street, Auasblick

The President is constitutionally defined as the Head of State and of the Government, as well as the Commander-in- Chief of the Armed Forces and the custodian of peace, security and stability of the country. The primary responsibilities of the President are to use his executive powers in the best interest of the country and to uphold, protect and defend the Constitution. The Presidency must operate in a manner in which it: Provides leadership to the Government to ensure the implementation of the Election Manifesto by ensuring an effective and professional civil service which is able to provide the Namibian nation with efficient service delivery; Effectively communicate government programmes and policies to the Namibian nation and ensure understanding of key issues at national level; This should translate into a country where the state and society work towards a common vision of holding public servants and citizens equally accountable to a shared vision of inclusivity and accountability; Ensure appropriate alignment and cooperation of government Ministries and State-owned Enterprises by ensuring strategic coordination of efforts and drive outcomes; Monitor and evaluate the individual and collective performance of Ministers, as well as their assigned Ministries. This is to ensure output which focuses on cost-sensitive and effective results as well as cost-efficiency; Supports the key roles in the Presidency to exercise their constitutional responsibilities while promoting social cohesion and national unity; and shape how Namibians relate to one another and to the world by adhering to constitutional imperatives of inclusivity and national reconciliation.

PRESIDENTIAL ADVISORS

PRIVATE SECTOR INTERFACE & CONSTITUTIONAL AFFAIRS

Mrs. Inge Zaamwani-Kamwi

Tel: +264 61 270 7783

Fax: +264 61 226 521

Email: Inge.Zaamwani@op.gov.na

YOUTH MATTERS & ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT

Ms. Daisry Mathias

Tel: +264 61 270 7811

Fax: +264 61 226 521

Email: Daisry.Mathias@op.gov.na

ECONOMIC ADVISOR

Mr. James Mnyupe

Tel: +264 61 270 7815

Fax: +264 61 226 521

Email: James.Mnyupe@op.gov.na

SENIOR PRIVATE SECRETARY: PRESIDENTIAL ADVISORS & PRESS SECRETARY

Ms. Klaudia W. Shityeni

Tel: +264 61 270 7658

Fax: +264 61 270 7439

Email: Klaudia.Shityeni@op.gov.na

FIRST LADY

Madam Monica Geingos

Tel: +264 61 270 7806

Fax: +264 61 270 7525

Email: flon.admin@op.gov.na

SENIOR PRIVATE

SECRETARY

Ms. Heidi Zimmer

Tel:+264 61 270 7806

Email: flon.admin@op.gov.na/ seniorsecretary.ofl@op.gov.na

PRESS SECRETARY

Dr. Alfredo Hengari

Tel: +264 61 270 7812

Fax: +264 61 270 7439

Cell: +264 81 128 1496

Email: Alfredo.Hengari@op.gov.na

OFFICE OF THE FIRST LADY OF NAMIBIA

The Office of the First Lady concerns itself with addressing the entrenched inequality in Namibia. As a complement to His Excellency the President’s commitment to eradicate poverty, our programmes aim to bring about equality of access and opportunity through our core focus areas which are: Enterprise Development and Entrepreneurship, Early Childhood Development and Talent Identification, Gender-Based Violence, Health and Institutional Strategic Support.

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Ms. Kaarina Iita

Tel: +264 61 270 7301

Fax: +264 61 270 7525

Email: Kaarina.Iita@op.gov.na / Technical.Director@op.gov.na

TECHNICAL ADVISOR

Ms. Veronica R. Theron

Tel: +264 61 270 7904

Fax: +264 61 270 7525

Email: Veronica.Theron@op.gov.na

DEPUTY DIRECTOR

Ms. Uajorokisa Akwenye

Tel: +264 61 270 7830

Fax: +264 61 270 7525

Email: Uajorokisa.Akwenye@op. gov.na

DEPUTY DIRECTOR

Mr. Saddam Biwa

Tel: +264 61 270 7918

Fax: +264 61 270 7525

Email: Saddam.Biwa@op.gov.na

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Ms. Rosalia Amupolo

Tel: +264 61 270 7806

Fax: +264 61 270 7525

Email: Executive.AssistantOFL@ op.gov.na

CONTROL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

Ms. Miina Shakela

Tel: +264 61 270 7110 / 7521

Fax: +264 61 270 7525

Email: Miina.Shakela@op.gov.na

COMMUNICATIONS

Mr. Ileni Hitula

Tel: +264 61 270 7110 / 7521

Fax: +264 61 270 7525

Email: Ileni.Hitula@op.gov.na / Comms.Ofl@op.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT

Ms. Martha Nahambo

Tel: +264 61 270 7301

Fax: +264 61 270 7525

Email: PersonalAssistant.OFL@ op.gov.na

Private Sector Interface

Mrs. Inge ZaamwaniKamwi

Economic Advisor

Mr. James Mnyupe

Youth Matters & Enterprise Developmentt

Ms. Daisry Mathias

Press Secretary Dr. Alfredo Hengari

First Lady Madam Monica Geingos

Executive Director

Mr. Moses Pakote

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mr. Moses Pakote

Tel: +264 61 270 7430

Email: Moses.Pakote@op.gov.na

DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mr. Gondi Diaz

Tel: +264 61 270 7794

Email: Gondi.Diaz@op.gov.na

Minister

Hon. Christine //Hoebes

Executive Director:

Office of the President

Ambassador. Claudia Grace Uushona

PRESIDENT’S PRIVATE OFFICE

PRESIDENTIAL SECURITY CHIEF

Comm. Johan Ndjaronguru

Tel: +264 61 270 7429

Email: Johan.Ndjaronguru@op. gov.na

SPECIAL ASSISTANT

Ms. Bertha U. Tjahikika

Tel: +264 61 270 7427

Email: Pres.Admin@op.gov.na

SPECIAL ASSISTANT

Ms. Cecilie Tjikenda

Tel: +264 61 270 7425

Fax: + 264 61 270 7439

Email: Cecilie.Tjikenda@op.gov.na

DEPUTY CHIEF OF PROTOCOL STATE HOUSE

Mr. Tuhafeni Modesto

Tel: +264 61 270 7419

Email: tmodesto@op.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Leonora Murangi

Tel: +264 61 270 7817

Fax: +264 61 256 413

Email: Leonora.Murangi@op.gov.na

CHIEF PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

Mr. Dennis Shikwambi

Tel: +264 61 279 7431

Cell: +264 81 256 3526

Fax: +264 61 226 479

Email: dshikwambi@op.gov.na

MINISTER IN THE PRESIDENCY

State House, 1 Engelberg Street, Auasblick

Private Bag 13338, Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 270 7878

The Minister in the Presidency advises the President on national socioeconomic and political issues pertaining to and emanating from Offices, Ministries, Agencies, State Institutions, Regional Authorities and Traditional Authorities. The minister is further expected to coordinate the provision of professional and technical advice to the President as well as to ensure a seamless administrative system for the Presidency and carry out any other functions as may be assigned by the President or Vice President.

MINISTER

Hon. Christine //Hoebes

Tel: +264 61 270 7828

Fax: +264 61 245 989

Email: Minister.Presidency@op.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Mr. Elvis Muraranganda

Tel: +264 61 270 7807

Fax: +264 61 245 989

Email: Elvis.Muraranganda@op.gov.na

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

Amb. Claudia Grace Uushona

Tel: +264 61 270 7787

Email: ED@op.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Laimi Nembia

Tel: +264 61 270 7789

Fax: +264 61 221 780

Email: Laimi.Nembia@op.gov.na

SENIOR PRIVATE SECRETARY

Ms. Magdalena Oais

Tel: +264 61 270 7828

Fax: +264 61 245 989

Email: Minister.Presidency@op.gov.na

SENIOR PRIVATE SECRETARY

Ms. Martha T. Martin

Tel: +264 61 270 7787

Fax: +264 61 221 780

Email: Martha.Martin@op.gov.na

Founding President

H.E. Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma

OFFICE OF THE FOUNDING PRESIDENT

No. 54 Robert Mugabe Avenue

Private Bag 13220 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 377 700

This Office ensures that the Office of the Founding President is properly maintained and that effective and efficient administrative support services are provided to the Founding President.

FOUNDING PRESIDENT

H.E. Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma

Tel: +264 61 377 700

Fax: +264 61 253 098

SENIOR SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE FOUNDING PRESIDENT

Mr. Paulus T. Shipale

Tel: +264 61 377 700

Fax: +264 61 253 098

Email: pshipale@gmail.com

Former President

H.E. Dr. Hifikepunye Lucas Pohamba

SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE FOUNDING PRESIDENT

Mr. Kashindi Ausiku

Tel: +264 61 377 710

Fax: +264 61 253 098

Email: kashindi@gmail.com

OFFICE OF THE FORMER PRESIDENT

No. 54 Robert Mugabe Avenue

Private Bag 13338 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 377 704

This Office ensures that the Office of the Former President is properly maintained and that efficient and trusted services are provided to the Former President.

FORMER PRESIDENT

H.E. Dr. Hifikepunye Lucas Pohamba

Tel: +264 61 270 7223

Fax: +264 61 221 267

SENIOR SPECIAL ASSISTANT

Mr. Mathew Andreas

Tel: +264 61 270 7225

Fax: +264 61 221 267

Email: Mathew.Andreas@op.gov.na

Vice President of the Republic of Namibia

H.E. Dr. Nangolo Mbumba

EXECUTIVE SECRETARY

Ms. Susanna Hamufungu

Tel: +264 61 270 7113

Fax: +264 61 221 267

Email: Susanna.Hamufungu@op.gov.na

EXECUTIVE SECRETARY

Ms. Lydia Shikongo

Tel: +264 61 270 7113

Fax: +264 61 221 267

Email: Lydia.Shikongo@op.gov.na

OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT

Old State House, C/O Robert Mugabe Avenue and Daniel Munamava Street

Private Bag 13339 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 270 7202

The Vice President will deputise, assist and advise the President in the performance of his duties, as required by the President, to whom he shall be accountable.

VICE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA

H.E. Dr. Nangolo Mbumba

SPECIAL ADVISOR TO THE VICE PRESIDENT

Mr. Mkwaita Shanyengana

Tel: +264 61 270 7264

Fax: +264 61 240 312

Email: Mukwaita.shanyengana@op.gov.na

DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mr. Mateus Kaholongo

Tel: +264 61 270 7209

Fax: +264 61 240 312

Email: Mateus.Kaholongo@op.gov.na

SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE VICE PRESIDENT

Ms. Elina Kamalanga

Tel: +264 61 270 7202

Fax: +264 61 240 312

Email: Elina.Kamalanga@op.gov.na

SPECIAL ASSISTANT TO THE VICE PRESIDENT

Mr. Iven Chilinda

Tel: +264 61 270 7205

Fax: +264 61 240 312

Email: Iven.Chilinda@op.gov.na

MINISTRY OF GENDER EQUALITY, POVERTY ERADICATION & SOCIAL WELFARE (Office of the Vice President)

Juvenis Building, Independence Avenue

Private Bag 13359 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 283 3111

MARGINALISED COMMUNITIES: is mandated to integrate marginalised communities into the mainstream of the national socio-economy.

DISABILITY AFFAIRS: is mandated to strengthen and coordinate the implementation of policies and legal framework in relation to disability issues as well as raise awareness and initiate programmes that enable young children and youth with disabilities to have access to education, healthcare and employment opportunities.

Minister: Gender Equality, Poverty Eradication & Social Welfare

Hon. Doreen Sioka

Deputy Minister

Hon. Bernadette Jagger

Deputy Minister: Disability Affairs

Hon. Alexia ManombeNcube

Deputy Minister: Marginalised Affairs

Hon. Royal /Ui/o/oo

MINISTER

Hon. Doreen Sioka

Tel: +264 61 283 3206 / 7

Fax: +264 61 223 545

Email: Doreen.Sioka@mgecw.gov.na / Emilie. Sivhute@mgecw.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Mr. Obystor Muleke

Tel: +264 61 283 3109

Fax: +264 61 223 545

Email: Obystor.Muleke@mgecw.gov.na

Executive Director

Ms. Martha Mbombo

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Bernadette Jagger

Tel: +264 61 283 3208

Fax: +264 61 220 528

Email: David.Kulunga@mgecw.gov.na

DEPUTY MINISTER: DISABILITY AFFAIRS

Hon. Alexia Manombe-Ncube

Tel: +264 61 296 3112 / 3056

Fax: +264 61 245 414

Email: Wilma.Bruwer@mova.gov.na

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Martha Mbombo

Tel: +264 61 283 3122

Fax: +264 61 238 941

Email: Miyaze.Walubita@mpesw.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Selestinus Rengura

Tel: +264 61 283 3122

Fax: +264 61 238 941

Email: Selestinus.Rengura@mgepesw.gov.na

DEPUTY MINISTER: MARGINALISED COMMUNITIES

Hon. Royal /Ui/o/oo

Tel: +264 61 283 3272 / 3

Fax: +264 61 252 909

Email: Royal@mova.gov.na

CHIEF PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

Mr. Lukas Haufiku

Tel: +264 61 283 3231

Fax: +264 61 245 374

Email: Lukas.Haufiku@mgecw.gov.na

SENIOR PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

Mr. Edson Haufiku

Tel: +264 61 296 3028

Fax: +264 61 239 606

Email: ehaufiku@mova.gov.na

OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER

Robert Mugabe Avenue

Private Bag 13338 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 287 9111

The Prime Minister is the leader of Government business in Parliament, he/she shall coordinate the work of the Cabinet as head of administration, and shall perfom other functions as may be assigned by the President or the Vice President or any other law. The Deputy Prime Minister’s office is established to perform such functions as may be assigned by the President, the Vice President or the Prime Minister or any other law.

Prime Minister

Rt. Hon. Dr. Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila

PRIME MINISTER

Rt. Hon. Dr. Saara

Kuugongelwa-Amadhila

Tel: +264 61 287 2002 / 2082

Fax: +264 61 249 546

Email: Eveline.Shoongo@opm.gov. na / Salome.DuPlessis@opm.gov.na

Deputy Prime Minister

Hon. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

DEPUTY PRIME MINISTER

Hon. Dr. Netumbo NandiNdaitwah

Tel: +264 61 282 2146

Fax: +264 61 238 528

Email: ppaulus@mirco.gov.na tamkongo@mirco.gov.na

SECRETARY TO THE CABINET

Robert Mugabe Avenue

Private Bag 13338 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 287 9111

Executive Director: Administration

Mr. I-Ben Natangwe Nashandi

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: ADMINISTRATION

Mr. I-Ben Natangwe Nashandi

Tel: +264 61 287 2004

Fax: +264 61 234 296

Email: ED@opm.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Victorina Ameya

Tel: +264 61 287 2004

Fax: +264 61 234 296

Email: Victorina.Ameya@opm.gov. na / Connie.Brendell@opm.gov.na

The Secretary to the Cabinet serves as a depository of the records, minutes and related documents of the Cabinet. He/she is the head of the Public Service and subjects to the control and directions of the Prime Minister, exercise the powers and performs the duties conferred or imposed upon him/her by the Public Service Act or any other law.

Secretary to Cabinet

Dr. George Simataa

Executive Director: Cabinet Secretariat

Mr. Mbeuta UaNdjarakana

SECRETARY TO THE CABINET

Dr. George Simataa

Tel: +264 61 287 2125

Fax: +264 61 226 189

Email: sc@opm.gov.na

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: CABINET SECRETARIAT

Mr. Mbeuta Ua-Ndkarakana

Tel: +264 61 287 3134

Email: Victorina.Ameya@opm.gov.na

CABINET SECRETARIAT, POLICY ANALYSIS AND COORDINATION

DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Vacant

OFFICE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

PERSONAL ASSISTANT

Ms. Victorina Ameya

Tel: +264 61 287 2038

Email: Victorina.Ameya@opm.gov.na

MINISTRY OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS & COOPERATION

Fourth Floor West Wing Dr. Theo-Ben Gurirab Building

Private Bag 13347 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 282 9111

Minister

Hon. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

The Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, is expected to coordinate the representation and protection of the interests of the Republic of Namibia, Namibian citizens and entities abroad.

MINISTER

Hon. Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

Tel: +264 61 282 2146

Fax: +264 61 238 528

Email: minister@mirco.gov.na

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Jennelly Matundu

Tel: +264 61 282 2140

Fax: +264 61 236 367

E-mail: jmatundu@mirco.gov.na

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Amb. Pendapala Naanda

Tel: +264 61 282 2152 / 2150

Fax: +264 61 223 937

Email: ed@mirco.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mr. Erastus Hailwa

Tel: +264 61 282 2152 / 2150

Email: ehailwa@mirco.gov.na

DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Rebecca Iyambo

Tel: +264 61 282 2348

Email: riyanmbo@mirco.gov.na

DEPARTMENT: BILATERAL RELATIONS AND COOPERATION

Amb. Sabine Böhlke-Möller

Tel: +264 61 282 2089 / 2169

Email: sbohlke@mirco.gov.na

DEPARTMENT: MULTILATERAL RELATIONS AND COOPERATION

Amb. Jerobeam Shaanika

Tel: +264 61 282 2391 / 2423

Email: jshaanika@mirco.gov.na

CHIEF OF PROTOCOL

Amb. Leonard IIpumbu

Tel: +264 61 282 2271 / 2273

Email: liipumbu@mirco.gov.na

DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION

Ms. Annel Endjala

Tel: +264 61 282 2237 / 2383

Email: aendjala@mirco.gov.na

DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION, RESEARCH & IT

Ms. Bertha Amakali

Tel: +264 61 282 2076 / 2071

Email: bamakali@mirco.gov.na

DEPUTY DIRECTOR INFORMATION, RESEARCH & IT

Ms. Marbeline Goagoses

Tel: +264 61 282 2129

Email: mgoagoses@mirco.gov.na

CHIEF FOREIGN RELATIONS OFFICER

Ms. Rosalia Uushona

Tel: +264 61 282 2191

Email: ruushona@mirco.gov.na

INFORMATION OFFICER

Mr. Romanus Konjore

Tel: +264 61 282 2021

Email: rkonjore@mirco.gov.na

SENIOR LIBRARIAN OFFICER

Ms. Martha Ntinda

Tel: +264 61 282 2205

Email: mntinda@mirco.gov.na

CHIEF SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR

Mr. Richard Kwenda

Tel: +264 61 282 2123

Email: rkwenda@mirco.gov.na

Executive Director Amb. Pendapala Naanda

Deputy Minister Hon. Jennelly Matundu

MINISTRY OF FISHERIES AND MARINE RESOURCES

Brendan Simbwaye Square, Cnr Uhland and Goethe Streets

Private Bag 13355 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 205 3084

Minister

Hon. Derek Klazen

Deputy Minister

Hon. Silvia Makgone

Executive Director

Ms. Annely Haiphene

The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources is established to provide principled leadership, oversight and ensure for the implementation and coordination of the development of the fisheries and marine resources sector. This ministry is further expected to ensure for the growth of both aquaculture and Mariculture industry; enhance value addition and accelerate the Namibianisation of the fishing sector.

MINISTER

Hon. Derek Klazen

Tel: +264 61 205 3101

Fax: +264 61 233 286

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Silvia Makgone

Tel: +264 61 205 3104 / 3005

Fax: +264 61 240 547

Email: Silvia.Makgone@mfmr.gov.na

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Annely Haiphene

Tel: +264 61 205 3007 / 3106

Fax: +264 61 224 566

Email: ED@mfmr.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Mr. Leevy-Lee Abrahams

Tel: +264 61 205 3002

Fax: +264 61 233 286

SENIOR PRIVATE SECRETARY TO THE DEPUTY MINISTER

Ms. Charlotte McLeod

Tel: +264 61 205 3005

Fax: +264 61 240 547

Email: Charlotte.McLeod@mfmr.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Joyce Mbuende

Tel: +264 61 205 3011

Email: Joyce.Mbuende@mfmr.gov.na

PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

Ms. Uaripi Katjiukua

Tel: +264 61 205 3084

Cell: +264 81 1653675

Email: Uaripi.Katjiukua@mfmr.gov.na

MINISTRY OF WORKS AND TRANSPORT

6719 Bell Street, Snyman Circle, Ausspannplatz

Private Bag 13341 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 208 8822

Minister

Hon. John Mutorwa

Deputy Minister

Hon. Veikko Nekundi

Executive Director

Ms. Esther N. Kaapanda

The Ministry of Works and Transport is expected to ensure continuous focus on the development, maintenance and improvement of transport infrastructure. It is also expected to manage assets operations and contracts to ensure that all state properties are accounted for. The ministry is further expected to implement mechanisms to continuously improve and monitor maritime and aviation safety as well as strengthen and coordinate with neighbouring countries on transport infrastructure development.

MINISTER

Hon. John Mutorwa

Tel: +264 61 208 8812

Fax: +264 61 224 381

Email: Maureen.Meyer@mwt.gov.na

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Veikko Nekundi

Tel: +264 61 208 8810

Fax: +264 61 240 022

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Esther N. Kaapanda

Tel: +264 61 208 8822

Fax: +264 61 228 560

Email: ED@mwt.gov.na

OFFICE OF THE MINISTER

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Mr. Christoph Kamukwanyama

Tel: +264 61 208 8809

Email: kamukwa73@gmail.com

SENIOR PRIVATE SECRETARY TO THE DEPUTY MINISTER

Ms. Maureen Meyer

Tel: +264 61 208 8812

Fax: +264 61 224 381

Email: Maureen.Meyer@mwt.gov.na

DEPUTY MINISTER’S OFFICE

MINISTER

Ms. Meryam Nghidipo

Tel: +264 61 208 8825

Email: nghidipo88@gmail.com

SENIOR PRIVATE SECRETARY TO THE DEPUTY MINISTER

Mr. Ismael Hamutenya

Tel: +264 61 202 3607 / 208 8810

Email: Ismael.Hamutenya@mwt.gov.na / Uaripi.Katjiukua@mfmr.gov.na

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S OFFICE

PRIVATE SECRETARY

Ms. Charleen Benade

Tel: +264 61 208 8822

Fax: +264 61 224 419

Email: Charleen.Benade@mwt.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Monica Rehabeam

Tel: +264 61 208 8831

Email: Monica.Rehabeam@mwt.gov.na

PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICE

PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

Mr. Julius Ngweda

Tel: +264 61 208 8816

Email: Julius.Ngweda@mwt.gov.na

MINISTRY OF LABOUR, INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND EMPLOYMENT CREATION

32 Mercedes Street, Khomasdal Private Bag 19005 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 206 6111

The Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations and Employment Creation is established to ensure effective labour, employment and social protection services.

Minister

Hon. Utoni Nujoma

Deputy Minister

Hon. Hafeni Ndemula

MINISTER

Hon. Utoni Nujoma

Tel: +264 61 206 6321 / 05

Fax: +264 61 210 047

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Hafeni Ndemula

Tel: +264 61 206 6326

Fax: +264 61 210 047

ACTING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mr. Otniel Podewiltz

Tel: +264 61 206 6324

Fax: +264 61 252 463

Email: ED@mol.gov.na / Otniel.Podewiltz@mol.gov.na

SPECIAL ADVISOR TO THE MINISTER

Adv. Vicki Erenstein ya Toivo

Tel: +264 61 206 6233

Fax: +264 61 210 047

Email: Vicki.Erenstein.ya / Toivo@mol.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Ms. Annemarie Johannes

Tel: +264 61 206 6305

Fax: +264 61 210 047

Email: Annemarie.Johannes@mol.gov.na

SENIOR PRIVATE SECRETARY TO THE MINISTER

Ms. Asnath Vatilifa

Tel: +264 61 206 6321

Fax: +264 61 210 047

Email: Asnath.Vatilifa@mol.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE DEPUTY MINISTER

Mr. Alfred Angula

Tel: +264 61 206 6288

Fax: +264 61 210 047

Email: Alfred.Angula@mol.gov.na

SENIOR PRIVATE SECRETARY TO THE DEPUTY MINISTER

Ms. Bernathe Situde

Tel: +264 61 206 6111

Fax: +264 61 210 047

Email: Bernathe.Situde@mol.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Maria Shipunda

Tel: +264 61 206 6324

Fax: +264 61 252 463

Email: Maria.Shipunda@mol.gov.na / ED@mol.gov.na

SENIOR PRIVATE SECRETARY TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Kaarina Lamek

Tel: +264 61 206 6324

Fax: +264 61 252 463

Email: Kaarina.Lamek@mol.gov.na

CHIEF PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

Ms. Maria Hedimbi

Tel: +264 61 206 6255

Fax: +264 61 252 463

Cell: +264 81 268 4482

Email: Maria.Hedimbi@mol.gov.na

MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS, IMMIGRATION, SAFETY AND SECURITY

Corner oh Hosea Kutako Drive and Harvey Street

Private Bag 13200 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 292 2111

Minister

Hon. Dr Albert Kawana

Deputy Minister

Hon. Daniel Kashikola

Executive Director

Mr. Etienne Maritz

The Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security is expected to provide principled leadership, oversight and ensure the provision of consistent and speedy access to civic services. This ministry is expected to put in place focused interventions that are aimed at improving infrastructure, moulding staff competency, as well as upholding the highest standards of customer care services.

The ministry is further expected to ensure the implementation of the comprehensive national crime prevention and deterence, focusing on the prioritisation and full implementation of national policing programmes and the rehabilitation of offenders as provided for in the laws and regulations thereto.

MINISTER

Hon. Dr Albert Kawana

Tel: +264 81 951 0051 / 52

Fax: +264 61 225 834

Email: Minister.Pa@mha.gov.na

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Daniel Kashikola

Tel: +264 81 951 0054

Fax: +264 61 292 2063

Email: frieda.hamukoto@mha.gov.na

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mr. Etienne Maritz

Tel: +264 81 951 0055 / 57

Fax: +264 61 243 766

E-mail: ED@mha.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Ms. Frieda Hamukoto

Tel: +264 61 292 2016

Fax: +264 61 292 2442

Email: frieda.hamukoto@mha.gov.na / venessa.guibeb@mha.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Rebekka Imbondi

Tel: +264 81 951 0055

Fax: +264 61 243 766

Email: PA.Executive@mha.gov.na

PUBLIC RELATIONS

Ms. Margaret Kalo

Tel: +264 81 951 0064

Fax: +264 61 292 2366

Email: margaret.kalo@mha.gov.na

LEGAL SUPPORT SERVICES

DEPUTY DIRECTOR

Ms. Nekulilo Shikongo

Tel: 064 81 951 0756

Email: Nekulilo.Shikongo@mha.gov.na

SECURITY AND RISK MANAGEMENT

DEPUTY DIRECTOR

Victoria Shikukumwa

Tel: +264 81 951 0005

Fax: +264 61 292 2185

Email: Victoria.Shikukumwa@mhai.gov.na

ADMINISTRATION

DIRECTOR

Vacant

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DEPUTY DIRECTOR

Mr. Daniel Nelumbu (Acting)

Tel: +264 81 951 0007

Fax: +264 61 292 2185

Email: Daniel.Nelumbu@mha.gov.na

HUMAN RESOURCES

DEPUTY DIRECTOR

Ms. Jennifer Dunn

Tel: +264 81 951 0105

Fax: +264 61 292 2185

Email: Jennifer.Dunn@mha.gov.na

DEPUTY DIRECTOR

Ms. Ben Simwanza

Tel: +264 81 951 0106

Fax: +264 61 292 2185

Email: ben.simwanza@ncs.gov.na

Minister

Hon. Carl HG Schlettwein

Deputy Minister

Hon. Anna N. Shiweda

Executive Director

Ms. Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata

MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, WATER AND LAND REFORM

Government Office Park, Luther Street

Private Bag 13184, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 292 2111

The Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform is established to initiate and implement comprehensive policies that are aimed at enhancing agricultural production, food security, capacity building to farmers, both commercial and subsistence, develop and enhance the capacity of agro-industry, in order to accelerate economic growth, create employment and eradicate poverty.

This ministry is further expected to initiate programmes that modernise agricultural production, promote scientific research and technology in the Agricultural, Water and Land Reform sectors as well as ensuring that all Namibians have access to potable water.

MINISTER

Hon. Carl HG. Schlettwein

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Anna N. Shiweda

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata

Tel: +264 61 208 7648

Email: ED@mawlr.gov.na

Minister

Hon. Tom .K. Alweendo

MINISTER

Hon. Tom .K. Alweendo

Tel: +264 61 284 8318

Email: Tom.Alweendo@mme.gov.na

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Kornelia Shilunga

Tel: +264 61 284 8314

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Mr. Esau Mbako

Tel: +264 61 208 7640

Email: Esau.Mbako@mlr.gov.na

PA TO THE DEPUTY MINISTER

Mr. Kintinu Sageus

Tel: +264 61 208 7685 / 7644

Email: Kintinu.Sageus@mawlr.gov.na

Deputy Minister Hon. Kornelia Shilunga

ACTING PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Regina Valombola

Tel: +264 61 208 7651

Email: PA.ED@mawlr.gov.na

Email: Kornelia.Shilunga@mme.gov.na

MINISTRY OF MINES AND ENERGY

Mines & Energy Building, 6 Aviation Road Private Bag 13297, Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 284 8111

The Ministry of Mines and Energy is established to provide principled leadership, oversight and expand our country’s power generation capacity; ensure sustainable exploitation of Namibia’s mineral resources; and implement focused interventions that enhance value addition to our minerals as well as to broaden the participation of Namibians in these sectors in order to accelerate economic growth, employment creation and poverty eradication.

ACTING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mr. Bryan Eiseb

Tel: +264 61 284 8219

Email: ED@mme.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Ms. Nyeuvo Amukushu

Tel: +264 61 284 8308

Email: Nyeuvo.Amukushu@mme.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Mathilde A. Kooper

Tel: +264 61 284 8219

Email: Mathilde.Kooper@mme.gov.na

Minister

Hon. Pohamba Shifeta

Deputy Minister

Hon. Heather Sibungo

Executive Director

Mr. Teofilus Nghitila

MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, FORESTRY AND TOURISM

Philip Troskie Building, Dr. Kenneth Kaunda Street

Private Bag 13306 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 284 2111

The Ministry of Environment and Tourism is established to provide principled leadership, oversight and ensure for the growth of tourist industry to contribute to economic growth, employment creation and poverty alleviation.

This ministry is further expected to promote focused interventions to improve environmental management as stipulated in Article 95 (l) of the Namibian constitution.

MINISTER

Hon. Pohamba Shifeta

Tel: +264 61 284 2335

Email: privatesecretary.minister@meft.gov.na / meriam.tjaimi@meft.gov.na

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Heather Sibungo

Tel: +264 61 284 2332

Fax: +264 61 229 936

Email: dmsecretary@meft.gov.na

Minister

Hon. Dr. Itah KandjiiMurangi

MINISTER

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mr. Teofilus Nghitila

Tel: +264 61 284 2333

Fax: +264 61 229 936

Email: ED@meft.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Ms. Meriam Tjaimi

Tel: +264 61 284 2336

Email: meriam.tjaimi@meft.gov.na

Executive Director

Dr. Alfred Van Kent

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Lourencia Himumuine

Tel: +264 61 284 2287

Fax: +264 61 229 936

Email: pa.ed@meft.gov.na

Hon. Dr. Itah Kandjii-Murangi

Tel: +264 61 435 6333

Fax: +264 61 25 3672

Email: Secretary.Minister@mheti.gov.na

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Dr. Alfred Van Kent

Tel: +264 61 435 6007 / 8

Fax: +264 61 245 144

Email: Alfred.Vankent@mheti.gov.na / ED@mheti.gov.na

MINISTRY OF HIGHER EDUCATION, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Government Office Park, Luther Street Private Bag 13186 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 293 3111

The Ministry of Higher Education, Technology and Innovation is expected to develop and ensure the implementation of the comprehensive programmes that are aimed at broadening access to vocational and high education, enhance research, science and technology in order to contribute to socio-economic development.

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Mrs. Lungenesia Uaseuapuani

Tel: +264 61 435 6332

Fax: +264 61 253 672

Email: Lungenesia.Uaseuapuani@mheti.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Indira Masua

Tel: +264 61 435 6009

Fax: +264 61 245 144

Email: pa.ed@mheti.gov.na

MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES

Old State Hospital, Harvey Street, Windhoek West Private Bag 13198 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 203 9111

Minister

Deputy Minister

Hon.

Mr.

Executive Director

The Ministry of Health and Social Services is expected to provide principled leadership, oversight and ensure for the implementation of the comprehensive national programmes that enhance Namibian’s access to quality healthcare both in terms of prevention, cure and rehabilitation.

This ministry is further expected to put in place plans that develop and improve national health infrastructure and delivery systems.

MINISTER

Hon. Dr. Kalumbi Shangula

Tel: +264 61 203 2003 / 2404

Fax: +264 61 231 784

Email: minister.pa@mhss.gov.na

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Dr. Esther Utjiua Muinjangue

Tel: +264 61 203 2010

Fax: +264 61 222 503

Email: Esther.Muinjangue@mhss.gov.na / Dministersecretary@mhss.gov.na

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mr. Benetus Nangombe

Tel: +264 61 203 2019

Fax: +264 61 304 145

Email: ED@mhss.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Ms. Michelle Williams

Tel: +264 61 202 005 / 3

Fax: +264 61 231 784

Email: minister.pa@mhss.gov.na

PRIVATE SECRETARY TO THE DEPUTY MINISTER

Ms. Stephany Uapingene

Tel: +264 61 203 2010

Fax: +264 61 304 145

Email: Dminister.Secretary@mhss.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Lydia Haufiku

Tel: +264 61 203 2020

Fax: +264 61 304 145

Email: PA.ED@mhss.gov.na

Hon. Dr. Kalumbi Shangula

Dr. Esther Utjiua Muinjangue

Benetus Nangombe

MINISTRY OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

2 nd Floor, West Wing, Government Offices, Love Street

Private Bag 13344 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 283 9111

The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology is established to oversee the effective implementation of the communications legislation, address the accessibility and affordability of information communication technology by the majority of Namibians; and ensure that information dissemination of Government activities is prompt and effective.

This ministry is further expected to promote unfettered access by the media to public information in order to strengthen democracy and good governance; consolidate Government information systems to ensure cohesive and integrated media communications from all Offices, Ministries and Agencies.

MINISTER

Hon. Dr. Peya Mushelenga

Tel: +264 61 283 2388

Fax: +264 61 222 343

Email: Peya.Mushelenga@mict.gov.na

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Emma Theofelus

Tel: +264 61 283 2346

Fax: +264 61 258 398

Email: Emma.Theofelus@mict.gov.na

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Dr. Audrin Mathe

Tel: +264 61 283 2387

Fax: +264 61 251 297

Email: ED@mict.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Ms. Ndahafa Hapulile

Tel: +264 61 283 2091

Fax: +264 61 222 343

Email: Ndahafa.Hapulile@mict.gov.na / dhapulile@gmail.com

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE DEPUTY

MINISTER

Mr. Efraim Paulus

Tel: +264 61 283 2395

Email: DM-Office@mict.gov.na / Efraim.Paulus@mict.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Emerencia Nguarambuka

Tel: +264 61 283 2386

Fax: +264 61 251 297

Email: ED-Office@mict.gov.na / Emerencia.Nguarambuka@mict.gov.na

PRIVATE SECRETARY TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Belinda Nicanor

Tel: +264 61 283 2387

Fax: +264 61 251 297

Email: Belinda.Vries@mict.gov.na

SENIOR PRIVATE SECRETARY TO THE DEPUTY MINISTER

Ms. Aili Nevonga

Tel: +264 61 283 2346

Fax: +264 61 258 398

Email: Aili.Nevonga@mict.gov.na

SENIOR PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

Mr. Shoki Kandjimi

Tel: +264 61 283 2386

Cell: +264 81 140 7239

Email: Shoki.Kandjimi@mict.gov.na

Minister Hon. Dr. Peya Mushelenga

Deputy Minister Hon. Emma Theofelus

Executive Director Dr. Audrin Mathe

MINISTRY OF URBAN AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

Government Office Park, Block D, Luther Street

Private Bag 13289 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 297 5111

Minister

Hon. Erastus Uutoni

Deputy Minister

Hon. Natalia /Goagoses

Executive Director

Mr. Nghidinua Daniel

The mission of the Ministry is to provide requisite policy, legal regulatory and financial support for effective regional and local governance and development.

Vision: To be the leading institution in ensuring effective governance and sustainable urban and rural development.

MINISTER

Hon. Erastus Uutoni

Tel: +264 61 297 5215

Fax: +264 61 259 906

Email: pkayoko@murd.gov.na

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Natalia /Goagoses

Tel: +264 61 297 5245

Fax: +264 61 297 522

Email: ngoagoses@murd.gov.na

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mr. Nghidinua Daniel

Tel: +264 61 297 5180 / 81

Fax: +264 61 226 049

Email: ED@murd.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Mr. Asser //Haradoeb

Tel: +264 61 297 5215 / 13

Fax: +264 61 259 906

Email: aharadoeb@murd.gov.na

SENIOR PRIVATE SECRETARY TO THE DEPUTY MINISTER

Ms. Zhahida Tjizera

Tel: +264 61 297 5245

Fax: +264 61 258 131

Email: deputyminister.office@murd.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Bernice L. Van Wyk

Tel: +264 61 297 5181

Fax: +264 61 258 131

Email: bvanwyk@murd.gov.na

CHIEF PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

Ms. Mbatjavi Kahuure-Hardley

Tel: +264 61 297 5178

Fax: +264 61 258 131

Email: mkahuure@murd.gov.na

Hon. Anna Ester Nghipondoka

Deputy Minister

Hon. Faustina Caley

Executive Director

Ms. Sanet L. Steenkamp

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, ARTS AND CULTURE

Government Office Park, Luther Street

Private Bag 13391 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 293 3111

The Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture is expected to provide principled leadership, oversight and implement educational delivery system which ensures quality education through the improvement of learning standards, curricular development, institutional capacity and teacher development. This ministry is further expected to implement culture and arts development programmes, in line with NDP4.

MINISTER

Hon. Anna Ester Nghipondoka

Tel: +264 61 293 3369 / 3345

Fax: +264 61 224 277

Email: Sec.Minister@moe.gov.na

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Faustina Caley

Tel: +264 61 293 3307

Fax: +264 61 293 3934

Email: Sec.DepMinister@moe.gov.na

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Sanet L. Steenkamp

Tel: +264 61 293 3524

Fax: +264 61 253 671

Email: ED@moe.gov.na

Hon. Lucia Iipumbu

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Mr. Theophelus Nuuyoma

Tel: +264 61 293 3345

Email: PA.Minister@moe.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT OF DEPUTY MINISTER

Ms. Mutambo Timoteus

Tel: +264 61 293 3307

Email: PA-DepMinister@moe.gov.na

Mr. Sikongo Haihambo

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Doleen Platt

Tel: +264 61 293 3524

Email: Doleen.Platt@moe.gov.na

CHIEF PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

Mr. Sem Shino

Tel: +264 61 293 3358

Fax: +264 61 400 414

Email: Sem.Shino@moe.gov.na

MINISTRY OF INDUSTRIALISATION AND TRADE

Block B, Brendan Simbwaye Square, Goethe Street

Private Bag 13338 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 283 711

The Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade is established to provide principled leadership, oversight and promote programmes that enhance the industrialisation of the national economy and value addition initiatives and development of the SME sector.

MINISTER

Hon. Lucia Iipumbu

Tel: +264 61 283 7334

Email: Lucia.Iipumbu@mit.gov.na

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Verna Sinimbo

Tel: +264 61 283 7329

Email: Verna.Sinimbo@mit.gov.na

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mr. Sikongo Haihambo

Tel: +264 61 283 7332

Email: ED@mit.gov.na

ACTING PRIVATE SECRETARY TO THE MINISTER

Ms. Hilka Amadhila

Tel: +264 61 283 7325

Email: Hilka.Amadhila@mit.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Mr. Salom Katoole

Tel: +264 61 283 7201

Email: Salom.Katoole@mit.gov.na

PRIVATE SECRETARY TO THE DEPUTY

Ms. Naveuye Indongo

Tel: +264 61 283 7334

Email: Naveuye.Indongo@ mit.gov.na

ACTING PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE DEPUTY MINISTER

Mr. Festus Oscar

Tel: +264 61 283 7325

Email: Festus.Oscar@mit.gov.na

Minister

Deputy Minister

Hon. Verna Sinimbo

Executive Director

Minister

Minister

Hon. Agnes Tjongarero

Deputy Minister

Hon. Emma Kantema-Gaomas

Executive Director

Mr. Erastus Haitengela

MINISTRY OF SPORT, YOUTH AND NATIONAL SERVICE

NDC Building 4 Goethe Street

Private Bag 13391 | Windhoek |

Tel: +264 61 270 6000

The Ministry of Sport, Youth and National Service is established to put strategies in place that promote civic education, cultivation of good morals and citizenship that prepare the youth to become future leaders of our country.

This ministry is further expected to implement programmes aimed at youth development, sport infrastructure, skills development and the improvement of the National Youth Service programmes.

MINISTER

Hon. Agnes Tjongarero

Tel: +264 61 270 6001

Email: minister.Secretary@msyns.gov.na

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Emma Kantema-Gaomas

Tel: +264 61 270 6010

Email: dmin.secretary@msyns.gov.na

Minister

Hon. Ipumbu Shiimi

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mr. Erastus Haitengela

Tel: +264 61 270 6020

Fax: +264 61 245 764

Email: ED@msyns.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Mrs. Jessica Gaomuses

Tel: +264 61 270 6003

Fax: +264 61 222 479

Email: Jessica.Gaomuses@msyns.gov.na

Deputy Minister

Hon. Maureen Hinda-Mbuende

Executive Director

Mr. Titus Ndove

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE DEPUTY MINISTER

Ms. Marvellous Shilongo

Tel: +264 61 270 6012

Fax: +264 61 222 479

Email: Marvellous.Shikongo@msyns.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mr. Musweu Kolokwe

Tel: +264 61 270 6022

Email: Musweu.Kolokwe@msyns.gov.na

MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND PUBLIC ENTERPRISES

Fiscus Building, John Meinert Street

Private Bag 13295 | Windhoek |

Tel: +264 61 209 9111

The Ministry of Finance is established to maintain prudent macroeconomic stability and sustained economic growth, implement laws and policies to reform the financial sector to create employment and eradicate poverty.

This ministry is further expected to consolidate monetary and fiscal policies geared towards promoting investment, broaden Namibian participation in the national economy and the public procurement of goods and services.

MINISTER

Hon. Ipumbu Shiimi

Tel: +264 61 209 2930

Fax: +264 61 22 7702

Email: Zonia.singandu@mfpe.gov.

na

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Maureen Hinda

Mbuende

Tel: +264 61 209 2932

Fax: +264 61 238 283

Email: Fatima.apollus@mfpe.gov.na

SECRETARY TO THE DEPUTY MINISTER

Ms. Fatima Apollus

Tel: +264 61 209 2932

Email: Maureen.Hinda-Mbuende@ mfpe.gov.na

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mr. Titus Ndove

Tel: +264 61 209 2829 / 2929

Fax: +264 61 230 179

Email: ED@mfpe.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Ms. Zonia Singandu

Tel: +264 61 209 2930

Fax: +264 61 227 702

Email: Zonia.Singandu@mfpe.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Mr. Andreas Ileka

Tel: +264 61 209 2704

Email: andreas.ileka@mfpe.gov.na

CHIEF PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

Mr. Wilson Shikoto

Tel: +264 61 209 2462

Cell:+264 81 140 7828

Email: wilson.shikoto@mfpe.gov.na

Minister Hon. Yvonne Dausab

MINISTER

Hon. Yvonne Dausab

Tel: +264 61 280 5262

Fax: +264 61 228 090

Email: Minister@moj.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE MINISTER

Ms. Fazila Bock Kakombo

Tel: +264 61 280 5262

Fax: +264 61 228 090

Email: pa@moj.gov.na

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

Justicia Building, Independence Avenue

Private Bag 13248 | Windhoek | Tel: +264 61 280 5111

The Ministry of Justice is established to provide principled leadership, oversight and ensure for the effective coordination and sufficient functioning of the judicial system through the improvement of infrastructure, staffing, and strengthening capacity and enhance access of Namibians to judicial services.

The Minister is expected to ensure effective coordination between the Ministry of Justice, the Police, Correctional Services and the Judiciary to enhance judicial case management system.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Ms. Gladice Pickering

Tel: +264 61 280 5344

Fax: +264 61 250 868

Email: ED@moj.gov.na

PERSONAL ASSISTANT TO THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Vacant

Email: ed.pa@moj.gov.na

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE AND VETERANS AFFAIRS

Bastion 1, Sam Nujoma Drive

Private Bag 13307 | Windhoek |

Tel: +264 61 204 9111

The Ministry of Defence and Veterans Affairs is an efficient, effective and accountable Government institution responsible for formulating policies and programmes on defence for the Government and coordinate Government efforts on matters relating to the Veterans of the National Liberation Struggle. It also executes government decisions on defence issues in a timely and cost effective manner. Furthermore, it has the responsibility to procure equipment for the Namibian Defence Force (NDF).

MINISTER

Hon. Frans Kapofi

Tel: +264 61 204 2005

Fax: +264 61 232 518

Email: min@namdefence.org

DEPUTY MINISTER

Hon. Hilma Ndinelago

Nicanor

Tel: +264 61 204 2003

Fax: +264 61 232 518

Email: depmin@namdefence.org

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Dr. Wilhelmine Shivute

Tel: +264 61 204 2056

Fax: +264 61 220 523

Email: ED@namdefence.org

DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: DEFENCE

Mr. Lennox S. Likando

Tel: +264 61 204 2110

Fax: +264 61 226 854

Email: ded@namdefence.org

DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: STRATEGY

POLICY PLANS & COORDINATION

Major General Petrus Nathinge

Tel: +264 61 204 2041

Fax: +264 61 220 523

Email: petrus.nathinge@ namdefence.org

ACTING DEPUTY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Mr. Erago-Thaddeus Erago

Tel: +264 61 296 3000 / 2

Email: DED@mova.gov.na

Executive Director Ms. Gladice Pickering

Minister Hon. Frans Kapofi Deputy Minister Hon. Hilma Ndinelago Nicanor

Executive Director Dr. Wilhelmine Shivute

GOVERNMENT ORGANISATIONS

ANTI-CORRUPTION COMMISSION

Cnr Mont Blanc & Groot Tiras Street, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 435 4000

Toll Free Line: 0800 222 888

Director General

Mr. Paulus Kalomoh Noa

Tel: +264 61 435 4000

Fax: +264 61 300 952

Email: pnoa@accnamibia.org

Deputy Director-General

Advocate Erna Van Der Merwe

Tel: +264 61 435 4000

Fax: +264 61 300 952

Email: vdmerwe@accnamibia. org

Executive Director

Mr. Tylvas Shilongo

Tel: +264 61 435 4000

Fax: +264 61 300 952

Email: tshilongo@accnamibia. org

Personal Assistant: Director General

Tel: +264 61 435 4028

Fax: +264 61 300 952

Personal Assistant:

Executive Director

Tel: +264 61 435 4047

Fax: +264 61 300 952

Heads of Directorates

Windhoek - Headquarters

Directorate: Investigation

Tel: +264 61 435 4006

Fax: +264 61 300 952

Email: anticorruption@accnamibia. org

Directorate: Public Education & Corruption Prevention

Tel: +264 61 435 4098

Fax: +264 61 300 952

Division: Security & Risk Management

Tel: +264 61 435 4101

Fax: +264 61 300 952

Email: psem@accnamibia.org

HEADS OF REGIONAL OFFICES

Regional Office:

Swakopmund

Tel: +264 64 418 300

Fax: +264 64 463 221

Regional Office: Oshakati

Tel: +264 65 222 150

Fax: +264 65 222 154

Regional Office: Otjiwarongo

Tel: +264 67 302 731

Fax: +264 67 302 734

Public Relations Office

Tel: +264 61 435 4038

Fax: +264 61 300 952

Email: pr@accnamibia.org

ATTORNEY GENERAL

Attorney General

Mr. Festus Mbandeka

11th Floor Sanlam Building, Independence Avenue, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 281 2908

Fax: +264 61 247 886

Email: ag@ag.gov.na

Personal Assistant: Attorney General

Tel: +264 61 281 2241

Fax: +264 61 247 886

BENGUELA CURRENT CONVENTION SECRETARIAT (BCCS)

1 Strand Street, Swakopmund

Tel: +264 64 406 901

Fax: +264 64 406 902

Email: info@benguelacc.org

www.benguelacc.org

EASTERN AND SOUTHERN AFRICA MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE (ESAMI)

Hidas Center, 22 Sam Nujoma Drive, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 236 965 / 6

Fax: +264 61 249 822

Email: esamiwhk@mweb.com.na

ELECTORAL COMMISSION OF NAMIBIA

Chairperson

Ms. Elsie T. Nghikembua

67-71 Van Rhijn Street, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 376 247

Fax: +264 61 237 618

Email: enghikembua@ecn.na

Personal Assistant

Tel: +264 61 376 247

Fax: +264 61 237 618

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF ELECTORAL OFFICER (CEO)

Chief Electoral & Referenda Officer

Mr. Theo Mujoro

Tel: +264 61 376 296

Fax: +264 61 237 618

Email: tmujoro@ecn.na / info@ecn.na

Personal Assistant: CEO

Tel: +264 61 376 208

Fax: +264 61 237 618

Corporate Communications & Marketing Manager

Tel: +264 61 376 208

FOOD AND AGRICULTURAL ORGANISATION OF THE UNITED NATIONS (FAO)

UN House, 38-44 Stein Street, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 204 6111 / 224 094 /

+264 61 307 005 / 204 6296

Fax: +264 61 225 726

Email: fao-na@fao.org

INTERNATIONAL COMMITTEE OF THE RED CROSS (ICRC)

9 Downie Avenue, Belgravia Harare Zimbabwe

Tel: +263 4 702 440 / 791884

Fax: +263 4 702 378

Email: harare.har@icrc.org www.icrc.org

INTERNATIONAL LABOUR ORGANIZATION (ILO)

8 Arundel Office Park, Norfolk Road, Mt Pleasant, Harare, Zimbabwe

Tel: +263 4 369 805 12

Fax: +263 4 369 813 4

Email: harare@ilo.org www.ilo.org/harare

INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR MIGRATION (IOM)

33-44 Stein Street, UN House, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 231 639

Fax: +264 61 234 396

Email: iomnamibia@iom.int www.iom.int

MAGISTRACY

Chief Magistrate

Her Worship Philanda

Christiaan

Tel: +264 61 435 3408

Email: philanda.christiaan@ jud. gov.na

Personal Assistant: Chief Magistrate

Tel: +264 61 435 3475

Fax: +264 61 435 3444

Deputy Chief Magistrate: Human Resources & Public Relations

Tel: +264 61 435 3410

Fax: +264 61 435 3444

Deputy Chief Magistrate: Training

Tel: +264 61 435 3591

Fax: +264 61 435 3444

LOWER COURTS

Director

Tel: +264 61 435 3452

Fax: +264 61 435 3444

Executive Director

Tel: +264 61 435 3404

Email: ed@jud.gov.na

Personal Assistant:

Executive Director

Tel: +264 61 435 3405

Fax: +264 61 435 3444

Email: pa.ps@jud.gov.na

Director

Tel: +264 61 435 3443

Fax: +264 61 435 3444

Email: da@jud.gov.na

Deputy Director: Magistrates’Commission

Tel: +264 61 435 3481

Fax: +264 61 435 3440

Deputy Director: Public Relations

Tel: +264 61 435 3410

Fax: +264 61 435 3444

Email: ddpr@jud.gov.na

NAMIBIA CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE SERVICE

Director General

Mr. Benedict Likando

Tel: +264 61 207 1285

Fax: +264 61 228 242

Director

Mr. Jeff Kaupitwa

Tel: +264 61 207 1269 / 84

Fax: +264 61 228 242 / 240 531

NATIONAL PLANNING COMMISSION

Government Office Park, Luther Street, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 283 4111

Director General Of Planning

Mr. Obeth Mbuipaha Kandjoze

Tel: +264 61 283 4223

Fax: +264 61 250 751

Email: okandjoze@npc.gov.na / fmupurua@npc.gov.na

Executive Director

Ms. Wilhencia Uiras

Tel: +264 61 283 4225

Fax: +264 61 236 794

Email: ed@npc.gov.na / jisaacks@npc.gov.na

Personal Assistant:

Director General

Tel: +264 61 283 4225

Personal Assistant:

Executive Director

Tel: +264 61 283 4225

Fax: +264 61 236 794

Public Relations Office

Tel: +264 61 283 4204

Cell: +264 81 162 4244

OFFICE OF THE AUDITORGENERAL

Auditor-General

Mr. Junias Etuna Kandjeke

123 Robert Mugabe Avenue

Tel: +264 61 285 8201 / 3

Fax: +264 61 227 016

Email: junias.kandjeke@oag. gov.na

Deputy Auditor-General

Mr. Goms Menettè

Tel: +264 61 285 8205 / 4

Fax: +264 61 285 8333 / 227 016

Email: dag@oag.gov.na

Personal Assistant: AuditorGeneral

Tel: +264 61 285 8203

Fax: +264 61 285 8333

Chief Public Relations Officer

Tel: +264 61 285 8202

OFFICE OF THE JUDICIARY

Deputy Registrar: Supreme Court

Mr. Sebastian Kandunda

Tel: +264 61 279 934

Email: Sebastiaan.Kandunda@Jud. Gov.na

Special Assistant: Chief Justice

Tel: +264 61 279 901

Fax: +264 61 224 979

Executive Secretary: Chief Justice

Tel: +264 61 279 901

Fax: +264 61 224 979

Email: privatesecretary2@gmail. com

Registrar: Supreme & High Courts

Ms. Elsie Schickerling

Tel: +264 61 435 3006

Fax: +264 61 435 3106

Email: elsie.schickerling@jud.gov.na

/ registrar@ jud.gov.na

Deputy Registrar (Main Division)

Ms. Susan Kaapehi

Tel: +264 61 435 3026

Fax: +264 61 435 3106

Email: susan.kaapehi@jud.gov.na

Deputy Registrar (Northern Local Division)

Ms. Tulonga-Ria Shapumba

Tel: +264 65 223 6528

Fax: +264 65 223 6555

Email: tulonga-ria.shapumba@jud. gov.na

Personal Assistant: The Judge President

Tel: +264 61 435 3001 / 2

Fax: +264 61 435 3106

PAN AFRICAN WOMAN’S ORGANISATION (PAWO)

6 Voltaire Street, Academia, Windhoek

Tel: +264 81 127 5930

Fax: +264 61 231 671

Email: pawosaro.es@gmail.com

PROSECUTOR GENERAL

Corporate House, J.P Karuaihe Street, Windhoek

Prosecutor General:

Advocate Martha Imalwa

Tel: +264 61 374 201 / 200

Fax: +264 61 222 428

Email: martha.imalwa@opg.gov.na

Private Secretary: The Prosecutor General

Tel: +264 61 374 201 / 200

REGIONAL ELECTRICITY REGULATORS ASSOCIATION

OF SOUTHERN AFRICA (RERA)

ECB House, 35 Dr. Theoben Gurirab

Str. Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 221 720

Fax: +264 61 223 176

Email: ecshichone@rerasadc.com

SOUTHERN AFRICAN CUSTOMS UNION (SACU)

Cnr. Lazarette Street & Feld Street Ausspanplatz, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 295 8000

Fax: + 264 61 245 611

Email: sacusec@sacu.int www.sacu.int

SADC MALARIA ELIMINATION EIGHT (SADC–MEE)

10 Platinum Street, Prosperita, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 242 849

Fax: +264 61 242 849

Email: operations@elimination8.org

SADC PARLIAMENTARY FORUM (SADC–PF)

SADC Forum House Parliament Gardens, Erf. 578 W, Love Street, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 287 0000

Fax: +264 61 254 642 / 247 569

Email: info@sadcpf.org www.sadcpf.org

UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME (UNDP)

1st Floor, UN House 38, Stein Street, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 204 6111

Fax: +264 61 204 6203 / 07

Telex: 494 Wk

Email: registry.na@undp.org

UNITED NATIONS EDUCATIONAL, SCIENTIFIC AND CULTURAL ORGANISATION (UNESCO)

UN House, 38-44 Stein Street, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 291 7000

Fax: +264 61 291 7220

Telex: 722wk

Email: windhoek@unesco.org

UNITED NATIONS POPULATION FUND (UNFPA)

UN House, 38-44 Stein Street, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 204 6283 / 6387

Fax: +264 61 204 6204

Email: unfpa@un.na

UNITED NATIONS CHILDREN’S FUND (UNICEF)

UN House, 38-44 Stein Street, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 204 66251

Fax: +264 61 204 6206

Email: cchisenga@unicef.org

UNITED NATIONS PROGRAMME ON HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS)

UN House, 38-44 Stein Street, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 204 6219

Fax: +264 61 204 6203

Email: negongas@unaids.org / zwandora@unaids.org

UNITED NATIONS HIGH COMMISSION FOR REFUGEES (UNHCR)

UN House, 38-44 Stein Street, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 204 6111

Fax: +264 61 204 6203

Email: ciobanu@unhcr.org

WORLD FOOD PROGRAMME (WFP)

UN House

38-44 Stein Street, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 204 6359 / 6347

Fax: +264 61 247 065

Email: wfp.windhoek@wfp.org

WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION (WHO)

UN House, 38-44 Stein Street, 2nd Floor, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 255 121 / 171 / 191 / 609 / 788

Fax: +264 81 204 6202 / 229 825

Email: afwcona@who.int / naandai@who.int

FOCUS ARTICLES:

SUSTAINABLE GROWTH

Sustainable growth aims to create a balance between economic progress, social well-being, and environmental stewardship to meet the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

The missing 'S' in ESG investment decisions

Inequality and its related social challenges are persistent realities in Southern Africa, so much so that it has unfortunately characterised the region unfavourably. Socio-economic challenges such as unemployment, lack of access to quality healthcare, water, education and inadequate infrastructure can be found under a myriad of news headlines and country evaluations. With this being the case, it stands to reason that the ‘S’ in environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors needs more attention.

Applying an ESG lens to the deployment of capital by the government, a business strategy or an investment approach has become a critical feature of investment analysis. The ESG lens considers factors beyond financial performance, such as:

• a company’s or government’s impact on the environment

• treatment of employees or citizens and customers

• the governance practice it adopts

HOW ESG FEATURES IN NAMIBIA’S ECONOMY Environment

Namibia is home to one of the world’s largest conservation areas, the Namib-Naukluft National Park. The park is committed to protecting the environment and promoting sustainable tourism. The park’s management employs sustainable practices such as waste management, water conservation and energy efficiency. Tourism is a significant driver of GDP in Namibia.

Namibia is also investing in renewable energy sources, such as solar power, to reduce its carbon footprint. For example, the Omburu Solar Power Plant, which is located in Namibia’s Omaheke Region, generates clean electricity that is supplied to the national power grid.

Social

The Namibian government has made efforts to improve access to education and healthcare for all citizens. For instance, the government has implemented free primary education and has invested in building hospitals and clinics in rural areas to improve access to healthcare.

Governance

The Namibian Stock Exchange has implemented strict corporate governance standards for companies listed on its platform. These standards require companies to adhere to strict disclosure requirements, maintain independent board oversight, and have robust internal control systems.

The neglected ‘S’ factor and investment performance

Though many practitioners boast that they apply ESG, markets in general have not priced social risks into the investable securities. Head of ESG Research at Alexforbes, Premal Ranchod, suggests that market prices for data points, which it can measure using transparency and corporate disclosures. Improvements here will incrementally feature in listed securities. “With the Namibian Stock Exchange requirements, we have noticed that several companies in both Namibia and South Africa are beginning to issue ESG reports as part of their corporate reporting suite,” adds Ranchod.

We cannot argue with the climate change science, which justifies why environmental risks should be urgently dealt with. We also cannot deny the severe economic implications that poor governance measures have produced.

HOWEVER, HAS ADDRESSING THE ‘E’ AND THE ‘G’ MEANT NEGLECTING THE ‘S’ IN INVESTMENT DECISIONS?

Extreme weather conditions are highly concerning and a relevant social plight, because rising temperatures lead to a decline in food production, whether for consumption or export. In short, it has a socio-economic impact affecting the growth and stability of a country.

Another pertinent example is a country’s transition away from coal-fired power towards cleaner forms of electricity generation. Where governments mismanaged this process, it has led to a loss of jobs, impacting the livelihoods of communities.

Initiatives that help to limit or reverse these issues can contribute towards realistic and sustainable opportunities that improve productivity, stabilise political uncertainty, grow an economy and increase the number of attractive investment opportunities. Collectively, this means less volatile and more attractive investment returns.

Ambition to address ESG risks

Ranchod cites that investment in infrastructure specifically, and the generation of renewable power, is one avenue where a country can be more explicit in the quest to address the socioeconomic issues raised.

Renewable energy investments were first introduced in 2007 in Namibia, with regulation updates in 2015 becoming more progressive. Many renewable energy projects in Namibia are designed to not only reduce the country’s carbon footprint but also provide social benefits to local communities.

Ranchod mentions several examples: “The solar plants in Omburu, Osana and Rosh Pinah have measurable social benefits in addition to the ambition of clean energy. These benefits include providing rural communities with clean drinking

water, funding of community trusts, improving the safety of communities at night using solar street lights as well as the training of citizens linked to job creation.”

The Namibian government has set a target of generating 70% of the country’s electricity from renewable energy sources by 2030. To achieve this goal, the government has partnered with international organisations such as the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) to develop renewable energy projects. This sector is still in the development phase and hence pension funds have not yet participated given their risk profile.

The government of Namibia has also established the Renewable Energy Feed-In Tariff (REFIT) policy, which provides a guaranteed payment for renewable energy generated by independent power producers (IPPs). The REFIT policy aims to encourage private investment in renewable energy and create a sustainable market for renewable energy in Namibia.

Reporting standards – the runway for social work

Ranchod is keen to point out that whilst there has been progress, there remains a global rising social cost which needs solutions. One way in which the corporate sector can help reduce the cost is to measure and report in a meaningful way how their strategy responds to ESG issues that affect the business.

In January 2024, the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) will release the muchanticipated S1 and S2 reporting standards on sustainability and climate change. While it will not be an instant panacea for social ills, it is a bolder step towards consistent reporting on ESG issues, which all companies will be required to apply.

These reporting standards will elevate transparency and accountability. Asset managers and asset owners like pension funds can then allocate capital in a more informed manner, whether listed or unlisted, regionally or abroad. These facets cater for better investment decisions, management of risk and the identification of opportunities.

Addressing the 'E' and the 'G' in investment decisions should not mean neglecting the 'S' factor. Social challenges in Southern Africa require more attention in the realm of ESG factors.

Premal Ranchod, Head of ESG Research, Alexforbes

Sustainability is key to long-term success

The corrugated packaging industry is a significant contributor to global packaging waste, which has harmful effects on the environment. Sustainability in this industry refers to the use of environmentally friendly practices and materials to reduce the negative impact of packaging on the environment. It is important to address sustainability in this industry, because the demand for packaging is continuously increasing and unsustainable practices such as deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions are harming our planet.

By adopting sustainable practices, the corrugated packaging industry can reduce its environmental impact and improve its reputation with consumers, who are increasingly concerned about the environment. In addition, sustainable practices can also lead to cost savings for the industry by reducing waste and increasing efficiency. This can make corrugated packaging a more attractive option for businesses looking to balance environmental responsibility with their bottom line.

At Guan’s Packaging, we are taking proactive measures to reduce our environmental impact and set an example to others in the industry. Our entire approach to the manufacturing process reflects our commitment to a “green economy." Innovative thinking is key to reduce our environmental impact throughout the manufacturing process. By exploring new technologies, materials, and processes, we identified and implemented ways to minimize waste, reduce energy consumption, and promote sustainability.

Obtaining our Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Chain of Custody accreditation is among the most important sustainable practices we have implemented. As a corrugated packaging manufacturer, sourcing raw materials from ecomanaged pulp production mills that are fully FSC accredited, assures us that the paper we use in producing our products, are sourced from responsibly managed forests that adhere to high environmental, social, and economic standards. This is an important step towards promoting a green economy and protecting the environment. By choosing FSC-certified products, we contribute to the preservation of forests and biodiversity, as well as support the rights and well-being of workers and local communities that depend on them. By obtaining our FSC certification we can enhance our reputation and tap into new markets that place a high priority on sustainability.

In Namibia, Guan's Packaging was the first to install an Exhaust Scrubber System, which remove dangerous pollutants from the exhaust gases produced by our boiler. This system significantly reduces the negative environmental impact associated with boiler operations. We are contributing in reducing air pollution and climate change by stopping the release of harmful emissions into the atmosphere. The use of this system is crucial for ensuring a sustainable future and preserving the planet for future generations. It is a step towards achieving global environmental goals and promoting responsible industrial practices.

Guan's Packaging has been the recipient of several awards, including the prestigious S.N.I.E.D.A. award in 2013. Being the only manufacturer in Namibia to receive the Sam Nujoma Innovation Enterprise Development Award allows us to stand out in this field and demonstrates that we set the standard in the manufacturing sector.

We have also received several awards for Most Environmentally Friendly Manufacturer, and we have held the title of Overall Large Manufacturer of the Year at the NMA Awards since 2016. Having received a total of 18 awards, indicates that local and national Namibian ministries and associations have acknowledged our valuable contributions to the community. This recognition highlights our commitment to excellence and our dedication to delivering high-quality products and services.

With the continued commitment towards new machinery, along with a capable and driven workforce, hosting daily waste meetings and implementing innovative methods, we have created a recognizable "green culture" throughout the entire organization. Waste reduction is a top priority for the entire team. With this approach, we have decreased our waste percentages significantly and managed to constantly improve efficiencies. Not only does this tactic save on costs, it also has a great impact on our environmental footprint.

By providing customers with a water-based barrier coating for their cartons which extends the life of their product while maintaining its ability to be recycled, we can reduce waste and promote sustainability. It's encouraging to see that this product has gained popularity in the fishing industry, which is notorious for its impact on the environment. Overall, the use of environmentally friendly coatings is a positive development that can contribute to a more sustainable future.

One of our major social responsibility projects is to provide "Bin Boxes" to public events and venues in an effort to promote recycling, reduce waste, and foster a cleaner environment. These "bin boxes" are offered free of charge as an effective and practical way to get rid of waste in public areas. Additionally, these boxes can be recycled after use, making them a sustainable option that promotes the circular economy and is a great way to help create a cleaner, more sustainable community and nation.

Embracing a “green” economy approach to manufacturing and adopting innovative solutions are essential actions for promoting sustainability and minimizing waste. This approach not only benefits the environment but also has a positive impact on society and the economy. It demonstrates a commitment to responsible business practices and builds a reputation as a socially responsible organization that cares about the well-being of the planet and its inhabitants. We are fully committed to improving all aspects of our business and are continually looking for new and innovative ways to achieve sustained excellence. We truly believe in continuous improvement to ensure the future growth and development of our business, which is why we continue to invest in machinery, new technologies, our environment, and, most importantly, our people. We will continue to strive for excellence and contribute positively to the growth and development of Namibia's economy for many years to come. Hopefully, our efforts will inspire others in the industry to do the same.

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What does the future hold for MSMEs?

In 2017 the United Nations General Assembly designated 27 June as the day in the calendar year on which to recognise the vital role played by micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the economy.

While it did not come as a surprise, recognising the important wealth and job creation role of MSMEs globally was widely considered long overdue. The view held by many is that the informal sector and MSMEs have been ignored for too long and their important contribution somewhat overlooked. Surely the informal and MSME sector’s contributing role at grassroots level in local communities should be acknowledged throughout the year, some would feel, and not only on one day.

This bodes the question: does the sector get enough recognition here in Namibia and what does the future hold for the country’s MSME sector? To address this vexed question, let us take a closer look at the sector’s role and its importance to our country.

The entrepreneurial journey for most will start by identifying a need in their local community. They then garner their resources, often with the help of the three Fs – family, friends and fools – to fulfil or satisfy that need. The emerging entrepreneur takes the risk by venturing into business in the hope that there will be a reward, but soon most will discover that a business endeavour is a learning experience. Inevitably, novice entrepreneurs will learn the hard way that an unwillingness to work hard and smart will result in failure.

Namibia’s business environment – like most of the other countries on the African continent – can sometimes be rather business-unfriendly and not always conducive for enterprises in general, and more specifically the MSME sector, to thrive.

THE ROLE AND IMPORTANCE OF MSMES IN NAMIBIA’S ECONOMY

In this geographically vast country, the absence of MSME enterprises operating long hours every day of the week to service customers would be catastrophic. Operating across Namibia, owner-managed micro and small businesses provide much-needed goods, essential daily needs and services to households and other enterprises in townships near cities and to local communities in towns, villages and rural settlements countrywide.

Often the wealth created by a small home-based firm supplements the income of households, but for most Namibians owning a small business, it is their only source of income. As a result, early-stage entrepreneurs have little alternative but to work hard, diligently and in a focused manner from day one to make a success of their business venture.

Measured by job creation, this sector makes the biggest contribution. Empirical evidence shows that in Namibia seven out of every ten incomepaying jobs are created by MSMEs.

A compelling question emerges: What drives the emphasis on mobilising foreign direct investment, and how can we ensure a balanced allocation of resources to also empower and nurture grassroots entrepreneurship?

While foreign direct investment undoubtedly brings value, it's important to acknowledge that the long-term economic well-being of Namibia relies not only on the contribution of the MSME sector in terms of wealth and job creation but also on a combination of vital factors.

Most local conglomerates did not make an overnight or abrupt appearance on the country’s business landscape as a corporate firm with a network of branches and a multitude of business divisions. Their genesis was as small owner-managed enterprises. This is another compelling reason why Namibia must nurture its MSMEs, as it is from this sector that the large enterprises of tomorrow will emerge.

It is common knowledge that entrepreneurship is not an event, but a journey. Most entrepreneurs start their journey as a micro enterprise or as a home-based business operating in the informal sector. Over time these fledgling enterprises migrate to the formal sector and grow to become small and later medium enterprises.

There is no doubt that Namibia’s MSME sector has long served as the nation’s entrepreneurship and enterprise development incubator, and continues to do so. For most Namibians a job with a small local enterprise provides their first paid work experience. Working for a small business helps the newcomer to the job market to gain essential work skills, knowledge and expertise. Over time it positions that individual better to secure higher-paid employment with larger firms. Sadly, all too often this important developmental role of Namibia’s MSME sector goes unrecognised.

CREATING A BUSINESS-FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT FOR THE MSME SECTOR

As local entrepreneurs will attest, doing business in Namibia is not always a walk in the park. Challenges are rife, and it takes guts to persevere and not throw in the towel. Creating a conducive environment in which business can grow and thrive starts with business-friendly officialdom, the cutting of bureaucratic red tape and scrapping of the plethora of growth-inhibiting business rules and regulations.

But change must not only come from the public sector. It is high time that banks, lenders, insurers and other providers of business and financial services view small owner-managed and family-run enterprises as their big clients of tomorrow.

Furthermore, standard copy-and-paste financial and related business services should be replaced by creative and Namibia-specific business start-up and growth funding, banking and insurance service offerings.

THE FUTURE OF NAMIBIA’S MSME SECTOR FOR THE ECONOMY

MSMEs operate in a variety of sectors, but many business opportunities remain unexplored and ripe for the picking. These include manufacturing, agri-processing, hospitality and tourism, transportation and logistics, meat and food processing, renewable energy, waste recycling and an array of other services. Our entrepreneurs and MSMEs should be encouraged and enabled to rise to the challenge and tap into these opportunities.

Politicians and decision-makers in the public sector seem to have realised that it is entrepreneurs who create wealth and jobs, not the government. There is welcome acknowledgement that the government’s role is to create an enabling environment in which a business can be started or positioned to grow with administrative ease.

Namibia’s economy is set for accelerated growth once words are turned into actions.

Danny Meyer, Director, SMEs Compete

Regulatory Business Landscape in Namibia

Investment Friendly

In Namibia, potential investors have the option of choosing which business vehicle best suits their needs in the country. Domestic business vehicles are either a private company, a public company, or a close corporation (i.e., depending on the complexity of the company ownership structure and the sector the investor wishes to operate in). Investors may also choose to register their existing businesses as foreign or external companies in Namibia, this too should be done in terms of provisions of the Companies Act, 2004. All the prior mentioned companies are required, once incorporated as a legal entity, to comply with all statutory requirements and post-registration obligations as it relates to either a company or a close corporation.

In Namibia, the Business and Intellectual Property Authority (BIPA), established in terms of the BIPA Act, 2016, is the competent Authority in Namibia responsible for regulating and administering business and

intellectual property right registration and protection. The laws on business registration, albeit dated, continues to provide for a favourable investment and business environment, in that it allows for both local and foreign nationals to have business interest, without much hassle (Note: Laws on immigration may have specific requirements on work and business permits/visas)

A notable compliance requirement for business conduct in Namibia relates to businesses filing their annual returns with the Registrar of Business and Intellectual Property annually, regardless of the entity being in business or in operation. “I must stress that failure to comply with provisions of section 181 of the Companies Act, as it relates to annual return and lodgement and payment of the associated duty, may cause a business to become subject to deregistration and ends its legal status in Namibia” says Romancia Shoonga, Client Management Services Manager at BIPA.

In an effort to better streamline the incorporation process and ensure that potential business owners and/or investors are able to conduct business with ease, the Authority has recently embarked on a process of corporate law reform, in collaboration with its line ministry, the Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade (MIT). The latter process aims to ensure that Namibia becomes a viable and attractive investment destination, especially in sectors such as mining and oil and gas. How to incorporate your company?

The process of registering any of the above-mentioned business entities commences with the reservation of a name. The fees for incorporating a business remains reasonable compared to other countries in the sub-region and very affordable for the ordinary Namibian. The name reservation application fee is N$75.00 and the turnaround time for processing a name reservation is approximately 2/3 days. Once reserved (approved), the reservation is valid for 60 days. During this time an application for incorporation of the entity should be lodged with BIPA and will be subject to the statutory approval process.

The most popular business that is registered in Namibia is Close Corporations (CC) as the process of registration is the least complex. Both a CC and a company remain limited liability entities in terms of their establishing laws. Close Corporations make up approximately 85% of all registered entities in the legal business register at BIPA.

Namibia has embarked on the reform of all business laws to ensure that business legislation meets the contemporary and future needs of investors, both domestic and foreign. In addition to modernising, simplifying and making the law relevant, this law reform is crucial in ensuring that Namibia’s processes for incorporation of legal persons are compliant with the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), a global anti-money laundering and terrorist financing watch dog’s requirements on beneficial ownership and other anti-money laundering requirements.

is a member of the Common Monetary Area (i.e., Namibia, Lesotho, Swaziland, and South Africa) has foreign exchange control mechanisms for the CMA. The country also enjoys duty-free access to the Southern African Customs Union, the United States, and the European Union. Namibia is recognised as the country with the best road infrastructure quality and connectivity in Africa by the Global Competitiveness Report, making doing business in these areas much easier, especially considering the corridors to and from other countries and access to much bigger markets. From a regional perspective, Namibia plays a crucial role by availing its port to the SADC regional group by means of the Trans Kalahari Corridor Group. A tripartite agreement between the governments of Botswana, South Africa and Namibia that has afforded the SADC member states dry port opportunities to access international markets via the ports of Walvis Bay and Lüderitz and vice versa. What has further strengthened Namibia as an investment destination is the standardisation of weighbridge equipment, the expeditious clearing of goods and materials at the various ports and borders; as well as the harmonised boarder operating hours at the Trans Kalahari Border posts. Meaning that though investors register their business in Namibia, they have the potential to offer their goods to total estimated population of 285 million SADC residents.

With a well-developed road infrastructure and connectivity, Namibia facilitates business activities and provides access to larger markets, making it an attractive investment destination in Africa.

Beneficial ownership is a key term introduced by the FATF and it is aimed at determining who the beneficial owners of legal persons are. Beneficial owners therefore are defined as persons who ultimately have the right to some share of a legal entity's income or assets or the ability to control its activities. Beneficial ownership transparency would thus be the revealing of how companies and other legal entities or arrangements, such as trusts are owned and controlled by their beneficial owners (Open Ownership, 2023). This helps potential and existing investors understand and appreciate the entities they enter business with both in Namibia and the sub-continental area from a compliance and investor relations perspective. The execution and conclusion of the business law reform is thus pivotal to unlocking and realising the potential held in a vast number of sectors both in Namibia and the greater SADC region.

Apart from the regulated sectors where partnership with Namibian nationals is mandatory (i.e., mining, farming, fishing, clearing and forwarding; and virtual asset service providers), foreign investors are welcome to conduct business in all sectors in Namibia. Namibia

When considering the opportunities identified, energy stands out as a key opportunity for the entire sub-continent. As a new player in the sector, Namibia has much to offer to new investors and investors especially in the green energy space. Apart from energy, housing and the beneficiation of agricultural produce are key sectors that are yet to be truly capitalised upon. With regard to housing, if truly understood and harnessed, the lower mass housing market holds a lot of potential. Pharmaceuticals and mineral beneficiation are also key industries that are yet to tap into, for Namibia to grow fully mechanise its Growth at Home Strategy into fruition, engaging the product.

It all starts with creating an enabling business environment. By registering your business today, you have taken the first step towards creating shared ownership and being a local player in a global market for business entrepreneurs.

BIPA continues to advocate for business ownership with a touch of innovation. Entrepreneurial innovation allows businesses to create intellectual property (IP) and develop these IP assets into commercially viable products and services, thereby having a direct contribution towards economic development and growth.

ONE STOP CENTRE

Business and Intellectual Property Authority

Registering Defensive Names for Private/Public and Close Corporations

City of Windhoek

Issuance of business registration/certificate of fitness.

Ministry of Agriculture Water and Land Reform

Issuance of Import Permits for Plants, Animal Products, and Phytosanitary Certificates

Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism

Issuing Environmental Clearance Certificates, Wildlife and Plant Species Permits, and Gambling Licenses, among Others.

Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security

Granting and issuing of visas and permits to foreign nationals, among others

Ministry of Mines and Energy

Issuing of various licences and permits related to Mineral Rights, Diamond and Petroleum activities.

Namibia Competition Commission

Issuing clearance certificates, exemption certificates for restrictive practices, and intellectual property rights.

Namibia Industrial Development Agency

Availing of land and industrial property

Revolutionising Investor Experience

NIPDB Investor One-Stop Centre

In the realm of investment, convenience and efficiency reign supreme, and this is precisely the driving force behind the newly introduced One Stop Centre (OSC), a game-changing initiative by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB).

In a bold stride towards enhancing Namibia's business landscape, the OSC aims to revolutionise the investor experience, setting its sights on eliminating the age-old pain points that have hindered seamless investment ventures. Until now, investors seeking to establish a foothold in Namibia have navigated through a labyrinth of complexities, battling through a thicket of administrative obstacles and convoluted processes. The OSC emerges as a beacon of hope, promising to untangle the web of red tape and offering investors a consolidated hub for a myriad of servicestransforming the way business is done within the nation's borders.

Providing a holistic, user-friendly, and user-oriented service to investors is what the OSC hopes to achieve, while simultaneously improving Namibia’s competitiveness as well as the Ease of Doing Business.

One-stop shops deliver substantial savings in time and costs for users by providing seamless, integrated and easily accessible contact points, which reduces the administrative burden on potential investors. This service offering is aligned with the NIPDB’s goal of eliminating process bottlenecks faced by both local and foreign investors in establishing and running businesses in Namibia.

“The One Stop Centre is anchored in the NIPDB’s goal to enhance Namibia’s competitiveness and value proposition as an investment destination. Investors will now have direct access to a host of business related services in a single location.”

“What we set out to do, as representatives of the Namibian Government, is enable a coordinated public sector responsiveness to support the private sector,” states Chief Executive Officer and Chairperson of the NIPDB, Nangula Uaandja.

The One Stop Centre houses government services that are key to the investment process in a single location, resulting in transparent, quick and efficient services for investors. These services include facilitation of restricted area permits, visa and work permit applications, as well as various forms of business registration – business establishment, income tax and VAT registration and request for investment support, amongst others.

Now, an investor can register their business name, apply for importation permits, environmental clearance certificates, work visas and much more, all under one roof.

The One Stop Centre is anchored in the NIPDB’s goal to enhance Namibia’s competitiveness and value proposition as an investment destination. Investors will now have direct access to a host of business related services in a single location.

ADVERTISING AND MEDIA

Despite its small population, Namibia has a diverse media landscape served by public, commercial and community media houses that operate in an environment free of statutory control. Freedom of the press and other media is enshrined in Article 21 (1) (a) of the Namibian Constitution.

Namibia regained its top spot for press freedom in Africa with a ranking of 22 out of 180 countries on the 2023 Word Press Freedom Index, compiled by Reporters Without Borders. The index aims to compare the level of press freedom enjoyed by journalists and the media in 180 countries.

South Africa was placed second in Africa with a ranking of 25 and Cape Verde third with a ranking of 33. Seychelles, which took top spot in Africa in 2022 with a ranking of 13, dropped to fourth place in Africa with a ranking of 34 on the 2023 index.

Namibia’s global ranking dropped from 18 in 2022 (81.84) to 22 in 2023 (80.91) but it is still higher than that of the United Kingdom (26), France (24), Belgium (31) and the United States of America (45). Norway was ranked first for the seventh consecutive year with a global score of 95.18.

Annual media consumption in Namibia is measured by MediaMetrics. The graph to the right depicts the results of the survey conducted in 2022, indicating that the most preferred media consumption medium firmly remains radio (1,053,667 listeners).

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Radio listenership was followed by television (908,849) in second position. Social media (760,520) was ranked as the third most preferred medium for media consumption, with the internet coming in at fourth (687,562).

RADIO AND TELEVISION

The state-owned Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) dominates the broadcasting media in terms of its radio and television footprint and audience. Radio broadcasts are provided by National FM, which broadcasts in English and nine additional language services. The corporation was allocated N$310 million for the 2023/24 financial year for operational costs while a further N$82 million was made available for its development budget to upgrade remote rural broadcast networks and replace dilapidated studios and equipment.

Listeners, however, have a choice of over 30 commercial and community radio stations licensed by the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN). These stations cater for a wide range of audiences with content ranging from music, entertainment and news to current affairs, religious and community broadcasts. Four of the largest commercial stations, Radiowave, Omulunga Radio, Fresh FM and NOVA 103.5 are owned and operated by Future Media.

The state-owned media enterprises continue to enjoy government subsidies to sustain their operations. The subsidy to New Era Publication Corporation, the publisher of the English daily New Era, was increased from N$10 million to N$27 million, while the subsidy to NAMPA, the government-owned news agency, nearly doubled to N$27.5 million for the 2023/24 financial year.

ACCESS TO INFORMATION ACT

The Access to Information Act was gazetted on 28 December 2022, but is yet to become operational. The act provides for an enforceable right to information held by a public or a private entity if the information may assist in the exercise or protection of any fundamental human right or freedom. It also sets out instances in which public and private entities are permitted to refuse access to information requests under specific categories of justification.

Namibia reclaims Africa's press freedom lead in 2023, emphasizing its media resilience and commitment.

Future Media and TribeFire Studios announced in December 2022 that the two companies have agreed to merge, subject to regulatory approval. The merger, if approved by CRAN, will bring OneAfrica and 99FM under the same roof as Future Media’s brands, namely Radiowave, Fresh FM, NOVA 103.5 and Omulunga Radio.

NBC has an extensive reach with its three television channels, namely NBC 1 (news and current affairs), NBC 2 (international news) and NBC 3 (movies). Viewers also have a choice of three private television broadcasters. OneAfrica Television and Network Television (NTV) are broadcasted on DStv and GOtv. MultiChoice Namibia offers two pay TV services: DStv, a digital satellite service and GOtv, a digital terrestrial service providing affordable family entertainment.

PRINT MEDIA

The print media continues to be under severe pressure from price increases in printing paper which nearly doubled in a year, steep fuel price increases, a drop in advertising revenue and declining circulation. As a result, the country’s largest media house, Namibia Media Holdings, increased the cover prices of the three main newspapers in its stable by N$2.00 in August 2022. The Namibian, which last increased its cover price to N$5.00 in November 2019, has retained its cover price at N$5.00.

Print newspapers have, however, shown great resilience and readers have a choice of print editions of two privately owned English dailies (The Namibian and the Namibian Sun), one Afrikaans daily (Republikein) and one German daily (Allgemeine Zeitung). There are also two English weekly newspapers: the Namib Times, a community newspaper published for the central coastal region, and Confidante. In addition to print editions, these newspapers have also increasingly relied on social media platforms and online editions to disseminate news to their readers. Four newspapers, Informante, the Windhoek Observer, the Namibia Economist and The Villager are only available online or on social media platforms.

ADVERTISING

The act requires the president to appoint “an independent and impartial person as Information Commissioner to promote, monitor and protect the right of access to information in Namibia”. An amount of N$20 million has been allocated in the government’s 2023/24 budget for the establishment of the Information Commissioner’s Office to prepare for the full implementation of the act.

Namibia’s advertising industry is served by a small but competitive and creative industry. Services range from multi-platform campaigns, brand marketing and events to media planning covering traditional and online media. Advertising spending is split between electronic media (radio and television), print media, online and social media, as well as outdoor advertising. The industry has, however, been hit hard by the declining circulation of print newspapers and the downturn in the economy.

MEDIA AT A GLANCE

• Freedom on the press and other media is enshrined in Article 21 (1) (a) of the Namibian Constitution

• Namibia was ranked first in Africa for media freedom and 22nd in the world on the 2023 World Press Freedom Index

• Newspapers: three English, one Afrikaans and one German daily newspaper (Monday to Friday); two weekly newspapers; several online newspapers

• Radio: 20 commercial and 13 community broadcasters licensed by CRAN; NBC (nine radio stations)

• Television: NBC (three TV stations); MultiChoice Namibia (digital subscription TV); GOtv (terrestrial digital TV); OneAfrica Television (free-to-air TV); NTV

VITAL CONTACTS

Editors Forum of Namibia

P O Box 26463, Windhoek

Tel: +264 81 338 4610

Email: info@efnamibia.org www.efnamibia.org

Film Makers Association

P O Box 40731, Windhoek

Tel: +264 63 265 314

Email: filmmakersnamibia@gmail. com

NAMPA - Namibia Press Agency

P O Box 26815, Windhoek

Email: news@nampa.org www.nampa.org

NBC - Namibia Broadcasting Corporation

P O Box 321, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 291 3224

Email: NBCNewsMediaRelations@ nbcuni.com www@nbc.na

Namibia Film Commission

P O Box 41807, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 381 900

Email: info@nfc.na

Namibia Media Holding

P O Box 3436, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 297 2000

Email: republikein@republikein. com.na www.nmh.com.na

Media Institute of Southern Africa Regional Secretariat

Private Bag 13386, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 283 2665

Email: info@misa.org www.misa.org

NEWSPAPERS

Allgemeine Zeitung

P O Box 3436, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 297 2300

Email: azinfo@az.com.na www.az.com.na

Informanté

P O Box 3436, Eros

Tel: +264 61 275 4363

Email: news@informante.web.na www.informante.web.na

Namib Times

P O Box 706, Walvis Bay

Tel: Walvis Bay: +264 64 205 854

Swakopmund: +264 64 461 866

Email: admin@namibtimes.net www.namibtimes.net

Namibia Economist

P O Box 49, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 221 925

Email: reception@economist. com.na

New Era

Private Bag 13364, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 208 0800

Email: fnakatana@nepc.com.na www.neware.com.na

Republikein

P O Box 3436, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 297 2000

www.republikein.com.na

The Confidente

P O Box 5033, Ausspannplatz

Tel: +264 61 246 136

Email: loidemoses@ confidentenamibia.com www.confidentenamibia.com

The Namibian

P O Box 20783, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 279 600

Email: info@namibia.com.na wwwnamibia.com.na

The Namibian Sun

P O Box 86829, Eros

Email: azinfo@az.com.na www.namibiansun.co

The Villager

Tel: +264 83 288 8400

Email: news@thevillager.com.na www.thevillager.com.na

Windhoek Observer

P O Box 2255, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 411 800

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99FM

P O Box 21593, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 383 450

Email: connect@tribefirestudios. com

www.99fm.com.na

Base FM

P O Box 70448, Windhoek

Email: manager@basefm.com.na www.basefm.com

Caprivi News

Tel: +264 66 253 162

Email: editor@caprivivision.com www.caprivivision.com

Channel 7 / Kanaal 7

P O Box 20500, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 420 850 www.k7.com.na

Energy 100FM

P O Box 676, Windhoek

Email: info@energy100fm.com www.energy100.com

Fresh FM

Tel: +264 83 000 1029

Email: info@freshfm.com.na www.freshfm.com.na

Hitradio Namibia

P O Box 11025, Windhoek

Tel: +264 85 344 4111

Email: info@hitradio.com.na www.hitradio.com.na

Katutura Community Radio

P O Box 74088, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 263 729

Kosmos 94.1

P O Box 9639, Eros

Tel: +264 61 255 985

Email: info@kosmos.com.na www.kosmos.com.na

Namibia Community Radio Network

Tel: +264 61 236 069

NBC RADIO

P O Box 321, Windhoek

Email: pr@nbc.na www.nbc.na

Afrikaans

Tel: +264 61 291 2007 / 8

Email: pr@nbc.na

NBC German Radio

Tel: +264 61 291 2330

NBC National Radio and Rukavango Radio

Tel: +264 61 291 2003

NBC Oshiwambo Radio

Tel: +264 65 220 451

NBC Otjiherero Radio

Tel: +264 61 291 2457

NBC Tswana Radio and Lazi Radio

Tel: +264 81 669 1668

Omulunga Radio

P O Box 40789, Windhoek

Email: info@omulunga.com.na www.omulunga.com.na

Radio Antenna Namibia

P O Box 11849, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 225 182

Ecclesia

P O Box 11525, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 259 639

Email: marketingecclesia@sapo. org

www.radioecclesia.org

Radio Kudu

P O Box 5369, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 242 350

Email: ct@futuremedia.com.na

Radio Live (Community Radio Rehoboth)

P O Box 1426, Rehoboth

Tel: +264 62 525 421

Radio Wave

P O Box 9953, Windhoek

Tel: +264 83 000 1000

Email: info@radiowave.com.na

www.radiowave.com.na

UNAM Radio

Private Bag 13301, Windhoek

Email: info@unam.com.na

www.unam.edu.na

TELEVISION STATIONS

NBC Television - Namibia Broadcasting Corporation

P O Box 321, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 291 2100

Email: tvlicence@nbc.com.na

One Africa Television

P O Box 21593, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 383 450

Email: connect@tribefirestudios. com

www.oneafrica.tv

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Tel: +264 81 461 2969

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AGRICULTURE

Agriculture is one of Namibia’s mainstay industries and around 70% of the population depends directly or indirectly on agriculture. It is also one of the largest direct and indirect employers and its contribution to the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is projected at just under 7% for 2023/24. The commercial sector is complemented by a large informal sector which is characterised by subsistence farming.

The Bank of Namibia (BoN) says in its March Economic Outlook Update that growth in agriculture is expected to stabilise at low levels during 2023 and 2024, mainly due to inconsistent rainfall patterns. Livestock farming is projected to grow by 4.2% in 2023, while crop farming and forestry is projected to grow by 2.6%.

LIVESTOCK FARMING

Livestock farming contributes approximately two-thirds of the country’s agricultural production. A total of 183,000 cattle were marketed in 2022, representing a 4.3% increase from the number of cattle marketed in 2021.The growth has been attributed to relatively good prices at export abattoirs and increased marketing in the first half of 2022.

Namibia exported 10.2 million kg of beef in 2022, compared to 7.87 million kg in 2021. The European Union accounted for 46% of the exports, while South Africa, Norway and China were among the other important export markets.

MeatCo received a lifeline of N$66.7 million in the 2023/24 national budget. In his budget speech, Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi said the government recognised the ongoing difficulties at MeatCo and realised the important role it plays in the livestock subsector and the economy. The government had, consequently, undertaken an in-depth review and analysis of the enterprise’s business strategy and business plan, as well as its funding structure. The report’s recommendations would determine what steps should be taken to secure the sector’s long-term sustainability.

MeatCo is expected to face stiff competition from Savanna Beef

Processors, which was initiated by the Beef Value Chain Forum (BVCF) and established in November 2020 to address and meet producers’ beef production needs by focusing on exports and quotas. The project has received the support of over 659 producer shareholders who invested N$173.5. Savanna Beef announced in June 2023 that cattle producers would have another opportunity to buy shares to the value of N$26.5 million in the hope that they would own 100% of the N$200 million share capital. An agreement for the purchase of 25 ha of land north of Windhoek for the construction of a beef-processing facility has been reached, subject to certain conditions. The company aims to slaughter 22,000 to 24,000 cattle a month when it is fully operational.

SMALL-STOCK FARMING

The sheep sector recorded growth of 38% with 459,542 sheep marketed in 2022. Most of the sheep were exported to abattoirs in the Northern Cape, where substantially higher prices for A-grade lamb were paid than at Namibian abattoirs. The goat sector recorded 25% growth in 2022 as a result of the increased demand for live goats in South Africa.

The Mariental Abattoir, formerly known as the Farmers’ Meat Market, expects to market 50,000 sheep in 2023, 70,000 in 2024 and 280,000 by 2025. The company secured a quota to export 400 tonnes of deboned lamb to Norway between 1 January and 31 December 2023.

HORTICULTURE

The Namibian Agronomic Board (NAB) has maintained the Market Share Promotion (MSP) scheme at the 47% threshold. The scheme aims to stimulate horticultural production in the country and to promote the

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sales of locally-produced fresh fruit and vegetables. Namibia, however, continues to import 95% of fresh fruit and 97% of processed agricultural products from South Africa.

Table grapes heads the list of Namibia’s top horticulture exports in terms of value, followed by dates, onions, tomatoes and blueberries. The grapes sub-sector harvested 43,799 tonnes in 2022, an increase of 16% on the 2021 season’s harvest of 37,711 tonnes.

Mashare Berries Farming, east of Rundu in the Kavango East Region, plans to expand the 60-ha area of blueberries under full production with a further 30 ha in 2023. The company has expanded its international export market to the Middle and Far East, in addition to export markets in Europe.

GREEN SCHEMES

Investors have, so far, shown little interest in the government’s plans to lease its green schemes – which previously fell under the state agricultural entity, the Agricultural Business Development Agency (AGRIBUSDEV) – to private investors. The only successful bid was for the Uvhungu Vhungu Dairy Farm and Irrigation Project which has been leased to a Namibian-Indian joint-venture company for a 25-year period.

In early May 2023, the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Forestry readvertised the leasing of three brown schemes on a build, operate and transfer model, namely Zone (1,800 ha), Tandjieskoppe (960 ha) and Katima-Liselo (1,000 ha) irrigation projects. Prospective bidders were required to submit their pre-qualification documents by 31 July 2023.

to poor rainfall in the Maize Triangle, which produces more than 50% of the country’s maize.

Wheat production for 2023 is projected at 29,800 tonnes – an increase of 61% on the previous year – which is just over 20% of the local demand. The increase has been attributed to more producers entering wheat production and an increase in the area planted under maize.

POULTRY

The poultry sector, which comprises egg, day-old chicks and broiler production, generated N$1.2 billion in 2021. The increased cost of imported chicken feed, which accounts for two-thirds of production costs, and imports of cheap poultry meat continue to hamper the broiler production.

Namibia's livestock farming thrives with increasing exports and government support, while challenges persist in poultry and horticulture sectors.

An amount of N$10 million has been made available in the 2023/24 budget to start with the development of the Neckartal Dam Irrigation Scheme southwest of Keetmanshoop. The irrigable land is estimated to be approximately 4,250 ha or 85% of the required 5,000 ha.

AGRONOMY

Namibia’s average annual cereal production is much lower than the domestic demand and the country continues to be a net importer of white maize and wheat. A white maize harvest of 67,387 tonnes has been projected for the 2023 season, while the demand has been estimated at 115,243 tonnes. The decrease in the 2023 production has been attributed

VITAL CONTACTS

Agro Marketing and Trade Agency (AMTA)

P O Box 350, Windhoek

Erf 209, Industria Road, Lafrenz, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 202 3300

Email: info@amta.na

Namibia Agronomic Board

P O Box 5096, Windhoek

No. 30 David Meroro Str, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 379 500

Meat Corporation of Namibia Ltd

P O Box 3881, Windhoek

Northern Industrial Area, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 321 6400

Email: CAffairs@meatco.com.na

Namibia Agricultural Union AgriHouse, Cnr Robert Mugabe & Sinclair Streets, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 237 838

Email: nau@nau.com.na

The country’s only large-scale producer of chicken meat produces around twothirds of the annual local demand. Despite an import quota of 1,200 tonnes per month, which became effective from 1 April 2020, the company continues to face competition from cheaper imports and illegal dumping.

Egg production continues to suffer as a result of the influx of cheaper imported eggs, mainly from Zambia where chicken feed is cheaper. Most of the imported eggs are sold in informal markets, resulting in a reduction of sales in retail stores. Local producers have had to cut production by 50% in 2022 as a result of the egg surplus, putting small businesses and MSMEs out of business.

CHARCOAL

Namibia’s high-quality charcoal continues to be in demand and the country ranks among the top ten largest exporters of charcoal in the world. The industry has earned Namibia N$4.1 billion in foreign exchange between 2009 and 2020 and has created employment for an estimated 10,000 people. The European Union, United Kingdom, South Africa, Middle East, Australia, the United States of America and Asia are the main export markets.

The interests of the industry are represented by the Charcoal Association of Namibia, a non-profit voluntary membership association. Its membership has grown from 280 in 2016 to 1,466 members and nine associate members by August 2022.

Agricultural Business Development Agency (AGRIBUSDEV)

P O Box 41006, Windhoek

Erf 3507 Van der Bijl Street, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 424 800

Email: info@greenscheme.org.na

Agricultural Bank of Namibiia (Agribank)

Private Bag 13208, Windhoek

Tel: +264 81 207 4201

Email: info@afribank.com.na www. afribank.com.na

Namibia National Farmers Union

P O Box 3117, Windhoek

Tel: +264 81 271 117

Email: info@nnfu.org.na www.nnfu.org.na

AGRICULTURE AT A GLANCE

• The agriculture industry is one of the largest employers in the country

• Around 70% of the population depends directly or indirectly on agriculture

• Main agricultural sectors: livestock, horticulture, poultry and agronomy

• Main horticultural exports: grapes, dates, blueberries, onions, tomatoes, asparagus

• Livestock farming, crop farming and forestry contribute just under 7% to the GDP

NAMIBIAN MEAT, LEADER OF THE PACK

NAMIBIA’S RED MEAT - AFRICA’S CHOICE MEAT – NATURALLY PRODUCED, TASTY AND TENDER

Namibia’s natural environment tells the story of its red meat. About 70,000 square kilometers of the country’s total surface area of 824 300 square kilometers are suited for agriculture, of which 52 per cent is utilised by cattle farmers and 33 per cent by small-stock farmers. Namibia’s red meat (beef, mutton, goat and game) is produced by animals that feed on natural vegetation, without the use of growth stimulants, antibiotics or animal by-products.

The safety, health and high quality are veri ed by tracing the product all the way from the farm of origin through to the consumer. This is achieved through the implementation of Africa’s rst comprehensive farm assurance scheme, the Farm Assured Namibian Meat Scheme (FANMeat), which is managed by the Meat Board. The use of the FANMeat logo con rms that Namibian export meat is produced according to standards laid down by our trading partners in a single scheme.

Namibia’s excellent beef originates from top quality animals. The most popular breeds are the Brahman, Simmentaler and Bonsmara as well as the indigenous Sanga varieties. Crosses of these breeds are well adapted to Namibia’s environmental conditions. They are bred according to market requirements, that is taste and tenderness. The main breeds of sheep are the Dorper and the indigenous Damara, which are well adapted to Namibia’s sensitive grazing conditions.

Namibia has several abattoirs that are certi ed to export to South Africa. Three abattoirs are also certi ed to export to the European Union. Meatco is the largest meat processor in Namibia with abattoirs and meat processing facilities as its core business.

Ultimately, Namibia is proud to serve retailers and consumers natural meat of the highest quality, which is traceable, safe, tasty and tender.

The functions of the Meat Board of Namibia include:

The Meat Board of Namibia is a statutory body which came into existence in 1935 ad facilitates the export of livestock, meat and processed meat products to importing countries. The Meat Board regulates the meat industry through managing annual production of livestock and meat, as well as import and export control.It further implements projects on behalf of the industry, Meat Board and Government, with or without external nanciers to develop the industry.

STRATEGIC CHARTER

The Strategic Charter of the Meat Board was developed based on the following building blocks:

• A healthy, disease-free meat industry

• Quality Namibian meat

• Export growth and market diversi cation

• A respected, world-class regulatory organisation

• Pro table, advanced and cohesive meat industry

• Active stakeholder engagement

• An e ective, autonomous and self-sustainable.

VISION

The vision of the Meat Board of Namibia is to be an internationally recognised organisation that promotes a pro table, vibrant, quality-driven Namibian meat industry in local and international markets.

MISSION

The mission of the Meat Board of Namibia is to promote a conducive environment for sustainable livestock production, market growth and diversi cation for livestock, meat and meat products; and to maintain standards and quality assurance by way of appropriate regulatory intervention.

CORE VALUES

At the Meat Board we strive to uphold the core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Fairness, Independent Thinking, Pro-activity and Accountability.

KEY STRATEGIC ISSUES

• The need to have sound regulatory systems in place to control mandated standards and quality assurance around production, processing and marketing

• The need to promote export diversi cation by increasing market access to competitive markets

• The need to strengthen relations with government and key stakeholders leading towards improved collaboration and partnerships

• The need to ensure the Meat Board remains a self-sustainable organisation

• The need to advocate animal health and welfare as a rst step in being globally competitive.

ENSURE A SUSTAINABLE ORGANISATION

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

Sustainable nancial position

Sound reputation nationally and internationally

STRENGTHEN STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

Regular consultations with Meat Board and stakeholders and vice versa on industry matters

Meat Board respected as the authority on meat matters in industry

MEAT MARKET ACCESS MAINTENANCE & DIVERSIFICATION

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

Existing markets maintained

New markets developed

REGULATORY CONTROL OF STANDARDS, QUALITY ASSURANCE AND IMPORT/EXPORT CONTROL

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

Improved compliance with regulations

More detailed management information on the Namibian meat industry

PRODUCTION, PROCESSING AND MARKETING

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

Increased nancial viability of livestock production

More informed and educated producers, processors and consumers

Better collaboration with Directorate

Veterinary Services

Improved animal health status in NCA to attain international recognition

Maintenance of animal health status south of the Veterinary Cordon Fence

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Efficient supplementary feeding = profitability

As a truly Namibian manufacturer, Feedmaster has been providing Namibian farmers with high-quality livestock feed with a variety of over 50 different animal feed products since its establishment in 1983.

Feedmaster is invested in extensive research and is intensively involved in organised agricultural activities in Namibia through SME development, training and much more. It is our mission to create optimal and economical feeding strategies for everyone.

Feedmaster educates and strategises with farmers to revisit their management practices to ensure financial sustainability for the near future. The above practices will increase the carrying capacity of farms to increase financial returns and unlock agricultural efficiencies continuously.

Feedmaster provides farmers with a variety of products for cattle, sheep, goats, poultry, horses and even pet foods. These goods are available countrywide making Feedmaster a truly proud Namibian enterprise.

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BUSINESS AND PUBLIC SERVICES

The Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade (MIT) is responsible for the development and management of Namibia’s economic regulatory regime, while the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) is mandated to promote, attract and retain domestic and foreign investments. The NIPDB also oversees micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

The Namibian Constitution provides for an economic order “based on the principles of a mixed economy with the objective of ensuring economic growth, prosperity and a life of dignity for all Namibians”. The economy is based on public, private and joint public-private ownership.

Namibia’s dynamic private sector provides a range of services including professional, scientific and technical, finance and insurance, real estate, transport and logistics, administrative and support, communication, hospitality and restaurants, health care and the wholesale and retail trade.

Businesses are required to comply with the applicable legislation, such as the Labour Act and the Social Security Act, and to register with the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) with regard to tax payments and the payment of value-added tax (VAT).

Companies, businesses and institutions identified in certain acts are also required to comply with their obligations under the relevant acts. This includes registration with the Namibia Training Authority (NTA), designated employers defined in the regulations of the Employment Services Act, No. 8 of 2011 and the Affirmative Action (Employment) Act, No. 29 of 1998.

The interests of the private sector are represented by various voluntary members’ associations, including the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI), the Namibia Local Business Association (NALOBA) and the Namibian Employers’ Federation (NEF), the largest employers’ organisation. There are also several voluntary members’ associations representing various sectors of the economy.

Statutory councils and boards are responsible for the regulatory oversight of professions in a variety of fields to ensure a high level of professionalism.

NAMIBIA INVESTMENT PROMOTION AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD

The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) is mandated to promote, attract and retain domestic and foreign investments. The board also oversees MSMEs.

The One Stop Centre (OSC) for investors was launched at the board’s headquarters in Windhoek in late August 2022. This centre serves as a single point of information and services for investors by providing access to the following government ministries and business agencies:

• Business and Intellectual Property Authority (BIPA)

• City of Windhoek

• Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform

• Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism

• Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security

• Ministry of Mines and Energy

• Namibian Competition Commission

• Namibia Industrial Development Agency (NIDA)

The centre aims to provide efficient services which will simplify administrative procedures and speed up applications by reducing red tape. Services include consultations, facilitation of visas and work permit applications and information regarding the requirements for business registration.

Public services are provided at three levels. At central government level services are rendered by 19 ministries headed by a minister, and assisted in some ministries by a deputy minister, appointed by the president.

Services decentralised by the central government to the 14 regional councils are provided at the second level of government. These services include primary health care, pre-primary and primary education, rural electricity distribution, vehicle testing and licensing, business registration and the provision of housing.

Local authorities, which are responsible for the provision of services in urban areas, are divided into Part 1 and Part 2 municipalities, town councils and village councils, depending on their financial strength. Windhoek is the only local authority that enjoys the status of a city. All local authorities are responsible for providing basic services such as water supply, sanitation, refuse removal and the construction and maintenance of roads. Other powers and functions are exercised in accordance with the Local Authorities Act.

The Association for Local Authorities in Namibia (ALAN) represents local authority members in Namibia.

STATE-OWNED ENTERPRISES

Namibia’s close to 100 state-owned enterprises are divided into three categories. Commercial public and financial enterprises and extra-budgetary funds resort under the Ministry of Finance, while non-commercial enterprises resort under the relevant line ministries.

The Ministry of Public Enterprises has been dissolved in line with the recommendations of the High-Level Panel on the Namibian Economy and the integration of its functions into the Ministry of Finance was completed in December 2022. Finance and Public Enterprises Minister Iipumbu Shiimi said in his 2023/24 budget speech: “The consolidation of

the management of government assets and liabilities in one ministry will assist to bring about efficiency gains.”

In the Country Private Sector Diagnostic report released in July 2022, the World Bank Group pointed out that state-owned enterprises enjoy advantages that inhibit the entry and success of private participants: “These include preferential access to finance (subsidies, guarantees and bailouts) and land, legislated monopolies in specific sectors, preference through policies and oversight practices of shareholders, and multiple roles that create conflict between regulatory functions and operations. The artificial propping up of uncompetitive public enterprises – for example, through public subsidies and guarantees – leads to inefficiencies and imposes a fiscal burden on the government.”

Bailouts of non-performing and poorly managed commercial public enterprises, which have cost taxpayers billions of Namibian dollars during the past decade, have been drastically cut in the 2023/24 budget. In his budget speech, the finance minister said, “Transfers to commercial public enterprises have been reduced significantly over the MTEF (Medium Term Expenditure Framework), constituting only N$425.4 million in the 2023/24 financial year. These allocations have been reduced significantly from over N$2 billion per annum in past years.”

PENDING LEGISLATIVE REFORMS

The government is in the process of finalising a number of bills and amendments to certain provisions of acts to address shortcomings and to improve the country’s investment climate.

These are:

• The National Equitable Economic Empowerment Bill (NEEEB)

• The Public Procurement Act, No. 15 of 2015

• The Special Economic Zone Bill which will replace the Economic Processing Zone which has been phased out

• The Namibian Investment Promotion Bill

VITAL CONTACTS

ESAMI - Eastern and Southern Africa Management Institute

P O Box 1836, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 236 965 / 6

Email: esamiwhk@mweb.com.na www.esami-africa.org

NACC - Namibia Competition Commission

P O Box 2104, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 224 622

Email: dina.gowases@nacc.com.na www.nacc.com.na

NIBA - Namibia Insurance Brokers Association

P O Box 283, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 384 029

Email: antoinette.vanwyk@minet. co.na

NASRIA - National Special Risks

Insurance Association

P O Box 417, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 229 207

Email: anna@nasria.com.na www.nasria.com.na

PSC - Public Service Commission

Private Bag 1338, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 287 3046

Email: info@opm.gov.na

www.opm.gov.na

Security Enterprise & Security Officers Regulation Board

Private Bag 12024, Windhoek

Email: adminsan@iway.na

www.securityassociationnamibia. com

SSC - Social Security Commission

Private Bag 13223, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 280 7251

Email: corporate@ssc.org.na / woueia.kotze@ssc.org.na

www.ssc.org.na

Trust Fund For Regional Development & Equity Provisions

P O Box 23160, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 227 880

* The enterprise is in the process of being wound up.

** This is the first year that Meatco received a transfer.

*** TransNamib did not receive a transfer but the government and TransNamib are finalising a N$2.6 billion financing facility with the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) and the Development Bank of Namibia.

Email: amutero@murd.gov.na www.murd.gov.na

NSA - Namibia Statistics Agency

P O Box 2133, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 431 3200

Email: info@nsa.org.na www.nsa.org.na

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SMEs Compete

MEs Competitiveness Consultancy (Pty) Ltd, better known as SMEs Compete, is a social entrepreneurship entity that helps small and medium enterprises (SMEs) grow business and create jobs. Created by way of a public private partnership of First National Bank (FNB) and the German Development Service (DED, now part of GIZ), SMEs Compete’s objective is to improve the entrepreneurial, business management, information technology and other skills of SMEs.

For small firms to grow they must improve business performance and competitiveness. To help SMEs overcome challenges encountered while conducting business, SMEs Compete has developed an array of services that focus on capacity building, growth and skills honing. They are all structured to meet or service the specific needs and requirements of

In addition to direct business capacity building, SMEs Compete also facilitates business linkages in the domestic market, regionally and internationally through a wide array of ongoing services and events. Thousands of SMEs around Namibia have already benefited from SMEs Compete’s capacity-building activities and mentoring services and continue to do so. Most clients routinely return and consequently benefit from follow-up business skills development interventions.

Like any business, SMEs Compete has to generate income to fund operational expenses and to finance growth. It neither asks for nor receives public-sector funding. The firm mostly receives its funding support from Namibia’s private sector, as well as from local and international development organisations. A staunch supporter for the last decade has been leading local commercial bank, FNB, for which SMEs Compete in turn provides pre- and post-loan mentorship to its SME clients and the bank’s prospective clients.

SMEs Compete

Enterprise House

Tel: +264 61 247 129

BUSINESS SKILLS DEVELOPMENT

SMEs Compete’s wide array of programmes aim to enhance business skills and to position SMEs for growth. The programmes are all developed in-house, applying knowledge gained from over a decade of work with Namibia’s SME sector. This makes them more suitable for local needs. The approach applied is interactive and the iceberg model is followed – theory backed up by one-on-one sessions with programme participants to ensure that the knowledge gained is retained and applied. An array of more than 16 business skills programmes offered include:

• Bookkeeping and record-keeping

• Selling, customer care and shop display

• Females fired up for business

• Tendering including costing and pricing

• Business communication toolkit

• Marketing – methods and material design

• Business and funding plan compilation

• Human resources (HR) management

• Financial literacy and life skills

• You are never too young for business

• Training of Trainer (ToT) programmes

• Client eligibility criteria

SMEs Compete serves a specific category of entrepreneur and does not claim to have the resources to help everyone aspiring to be in business. As a result, client eligibility criteria are applied.

Additionally, SMEs Compete expects clients to be serious about growing their business and motivated to hone their skills. SMEs Compete works with clients from across the spectrum with few exclusions.

Email: reception@smecompete.com

123 Sam Nujoma Drive, Windhoek West PO Box 29112, Mail Centre, Windhoek

Facebook: www.facebook.com/smecompete

Claudine Mouton

Tel: +264 81 128 3982

Email: claudine@smecompete.com

Danny Meyer

Tel: +264 81 278 6245

Email: danny@smecompete.com

Empowering Namibia's Economy

The Role of Team Namibia in Promoting Local Products and Services

Founded in 2003, Team Namibia is a Section 21 company (association not-for-gain) that enables Namibians to advance their own economically sustainable future by promoting the use of local products and services. Team Namibia members support the country’s national objective of sustained economic growth, as set out in the National Development Plan.

WHAT IS TEAM NAMIBIA?

Team Namibia is a member-based non-profit movement aimed at mobilizing Namibian consumers to buy local, as well as driving the promotion of the production of quality local products and services.

THE BIG PICTURE

Team Namibia’s vision is to make Namibian products and services part of everyday life. Our mission is to facilitate the increased consumption of Namibian products and services locally and abroad by inspiring competitive standards, stimulating consumer confidence and impacting economic sustainability. Members’ behavior is underpinned by the UUKUMWE principle of working together to make a positive impact on the Namibian economy. There is more strength in a team!

OUR APPROACH

Team Namibia’s approach is to gain a sustainable competitive advantage for Namibian products and services to inspire consumers to support local, based on emotional and rational benefits at the point of purchase.

OUR HISTORY

Team Namibia’s formation was spearheaded by the Namibian Manufacturers Association (NMA) and the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) in 2003. The initial funding was provided by the founder sponsors, Bank Windhoek, FNB Namibia Holdings, Mobile Telecommunications (MTC), NAMDEB, Ohlthaver & List Group of Companies and Telecom Namibia.

FIVE REASONS WHY NAMIBIANS SHOULD SUPPORT TEAM NAMIBIA MEMBERS:

1. Growth at Home

Local businesses put a significant share of their revenue back into the local economy - a multiplier effect that directly benefits all Namibians. By supporting Namibian products and services, you simultaneously create jobs; fund more national services through sales tax and promote economic development in the country.

2. A Sustainable Future

Why leave it only to the politicians to save the economy when, in the long run, we can make a big difference ourselves? By simply buying Namibian products and services you are shaping a brighter future for your country, your family and yourself.

3. Standards

Businesses that enlist with Team Namibia must demonstrate that they are fit for purpose through the membership criteria. All products need to have a certificate of compliance to health, safety and quality standards, giving you all the assurance, you need.

4. Build Our National Identity

Local products and services play an integral part in our country’s competitive identity which stimulates foreign investment and national pride. Tourists desire a complete Namibian experience when visiting our country – whether it’s food or leisure or shopping. The Team Namibia logo clearly identifies Namibian products and services to locals and visitors – carrying our national identity with pride.

5. Entrepreneurship

By supporting local businesses, you can help to identify gaps in the market to encourage entrepreneurship in Namibia. Entrepreneurs are actively seeking new markets to develop new products and services. A marketplace of multiple small businesses is the best way to ensure innovation and low prices over the long-term.

Team Namibia

Tel: +264 81 147 6669

Email: marketing@teamnamibia.com

4 Dr. Kwame Nkrumah Street, Klein Windhoek

Team Namibia Member Listing

Green Enterprise Solutions

P O Box 23719, Windhoek

Unit 1 Garthanri Park, cnr Thorpe & Voigts Street

Tel: +264 61 416 300

www.green.com.na

Shoprite Namibia

P O Box 11307, Windhoek

6 Diehl Street, Southern Industrial Area, Windhoek

Mr. Paul Malan

Tel: +264 61 372 400

Cell: +264 81 124 5464

Email: pmalan@shoprite.co.za

Ohlthaver & List Group (Pty) Ltd

P O Box 16, Windhoek

7th floor, Alexander Forbes House, 23-33 Fidel Castro Street, Windhoek

Ms. Roux-Che Lock

Tel: +264 61 207 5207

Email: roux-che.locke@ol.na www.ohlthaverlist.com

Choppies Supermarket

Namibia (Pty) Ltd

Erf 490PS, 10 Platinum Street, Prosperita, Windhoek

Mr. Aswin Premkumar

Tel: +264 61 246 301

Email: aswinp@choppies.co.na www.choppies.co.bw

Woermann & Brock Supermarkets

P O Box 86, Windhoek

Hugo Hahn 8, Klein Windhoek

Mr. Konrad Schwieger

Tel: +264 83 331 9000

Cell :+264 81 815 8349

Email: konradwb@gmail.com www.woermannbrock.com

Dynamic Mobile Solutions

P O Box 91202, Windhoek No. 3 c/o Feld Street & Thorer Street, Ausspannplatz

Ms. Kashifa de Beer

Tel: +264 61 250 576

Email: gm@dymoso.com www.dymoso.com

Pick n Pay Namibia

Wernhil Shopping Centre, C/o Mandume Ndemufayo and Fidel Castro Street, Central Business District

Ms. Rhodda Bessinger

Tel: +264 61 296 4548

Email: Rhodda.Bessinger@ol.na www.pnp.na

Practical Outsourcing Solutions

P O Box 4410, Windhoek

Bridgeview Offices, 4th Floor, No. 4,

Dr. Kwame Nkrumah Street

Mr. Sidney Hanstein

Tel: +264 61 227 983

Cell: +264 81 127 1619

Email: shanstein@outsol.com.na

www.outsol.com.na

Hospitality Association of Namibia

P O Box 86078, Windhoek

Unit 3, Philadelphia House, 6 Newton St

Ms. Gitta Paetzold

Tel: +264 61 222 904

Cell :+264 81 212 2576

Email: gittap@hannamibia.com

www.hannamibia.com

Amutanga Trading Enterprises cc

P O Box 70150, Windhoek

Bella Vista Mall, Erf 7008, HansDietrich Genscher Street, Khomasdal

Mr. Korbinian Shikongo

Tel: +264 61 210 242

Email: amutanga@iway.na

Dunamis Consulting Engineers and Project Managers (Pty) Ltd

P O Box 3757, Windhoek 8055 Schweitzer Street, Windhoek West

Ms. Carmen Swartz

Tel: +264 61 236 911

Email: info@dynamicnam.com

Etosha Fishing Corporation

P O Box 3, Walvis Bay

1 Rikumbi Kandanga Road

Ms. Nezette Beukes

Tel: +264 64 215 603

Email: nezette.beukes@etoshafish.

com.na

www.etoshafish.com.na

Na’aan Ku Se Wildlife Experience (Pty) Ltd / Neuras Wine & Wildlife Estate

P O Box 99292, Windhoek

D850 Road, Maltahöhe District

Tel: +264 63 293 417

Email: neuras@naankuse.com

www.neuraswines.com

Namib Mills Group

P O Box 20276, Windhoek

Dortmund Street, Northern  Industrial , Windhoek

Ms. Marne Bouwer

Tel: +264 61 290 1020

Cell: +264 81 291 4821

Email: mb@nm.na

Consumer News

Mr. Willem Gariseb

Email: consumernews@iway.

com.na

Tel: +264 81 249 8161

Tulande Online

P O Box 60214, Windhoek

39 Schlettwein Street, Pioneerspark

Ms. Kristofine Ekandjo

Tel: +264 81 349 9884

Lexna Insurance

P O Box 32026, Windhoek

27B General Murtalla Muhammed St Eros, Windhoek

Ms. Camillo Shalli

Tel: +264 61 448 800

Email: camillo@lexna.com.na

New Era Publication

Mr. Festus Goseb

Tel: +264 61 208 0800

Email: fgoseb@nepc.com.na

www.neweralive.na

Nature’s Track Health Foods CC

P O Box 1038, Swakopmund

11 Phillip Street, Industrial Area, Swakopmund

Cell: +264 81 381 3548

Email: info@naturestrack.co

JJ NAM CHEMICALS PTY LTD

P O Box 1389, Windhoek

Lafrenz, Magnolia Industrial Park

Unit 6 & 7, Rendsburger Street

Email: info@namchem.com.na

Namibia Tourism Board

Private Bag 13244, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 290 6000

Fax: +264 61 254 848

Email: info@namibiatourism.com.

na

Moonsnacks Investment (Pty) Ltd

P O Box 40413, Ausspanplatz

Erf 1085 Muuaa Street, Windhoek

Tel: +264 81 756 5534

Email: moonsnacksna.com

Brunolando52@gmail.com

Penduka Trust

P O Box 7635, Windhoek

Plot 36 Goreangab

Mr. Kauna Mudhengi

Cell: +264 81 232 3230

Tel: +264 81 207 9911

Email: Management@penduka.org

Namibia Dairies (Pty) Ltd

Private Bag 11321, Windhoek

15 Gold Street, Prosperita

Tel: +264 61 255 351

www.namibiadairies.com

Dinapama Manufacturing and Supplies

P O Box 21423, Windhoek

Erf 744, Simmentaler Street

Northern Industrial Area

Mr. David Namalenga

Tel: +264 61 402 364

www.dinapama.com

“This year’s theme of ‘sustainable growth’ fits well with the 2025 strategy by Oryx Properties as one of our key future focus areas is our ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) strategy. This was refined over the past year, including defining the Board’s role in enabling the execution of this strategy.” Ben Jooste, CEO, Oryx Properties.

For a responsible and sustainable future

At Oryx, we believe in sustainable growth and making a positive impact on the environment and society. That's why we have developed a comprehensive ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) strategy, which we will roll out in the new financial year.

a logistics facility, demonstrating our commitment to sustainable business practices.

We don't just talk the talk – we walk the walk. We have been improving our environmental management practices for several years, with a focus on energy efficiency, water conservation and real-time monitoring of our facilities. We have even partnered with an international tenant for a solar panel installation at

As a listed property company, we understand the importance of ESG compliance in today's world. That's why we have adopted the JSE Sustainability Disclosure Guidance to develop our ESG framework. We are committed to being a relevant and sustainable business in a changing environment and we invite you to join us on this journey.

Get in touch by:

P: +264 61 423201

E: admin@oryxprop.com.na

Integrated Waste Management Solutions Since 1989

INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT

Welcome to the leading waste management company in Namibia since 1989.

Rent-A-Drum was established in 1989 and has grown into the biggest private enterprise of its kind in Namibia. Rent-A-Drum is the leading organization in waste management and recycling in Namibia and offers the most comprehensive services to Namibian corporations, mines and smaller companies.

Medical

With

OUR DIRECTORS

Not just any law firm.

André Swanepoel

Frieda Kishi

Patrick Kauta

Abe Naudé

Christo Potgieter

Ralph Strauss

Sarel Maritz

Magano Erkana

Etienne Yssel

Poenie van den Berg

Paul Botha

Abe Malherbe

Values

TRUST - creating an environment that provides security and confidence by creating trust in proven character, communication and capability.

EFFICIENCY - rendering continuous top-quality service with a focus on the “Best in its class” principle.

JUSTICE - advocating for the right to be treated with fairness.

RESPECT - promoting integrity, objectivity and valuing people and their rights.

Purpose

WKH leads the way in providing excellent legal services with agility and a personal touch.

www.wkh-law.com

Windhoek +26461275550

Swakopmund +26464443100

WalvisBay +26464211880

Grootfontein +26467248700

Ongwediva +26465220637

Risa Dreyer

Mercy Kuzeeko

Veronica Hanongo-Haikali

Liza Martins

Tshuka Luvindao

Suranatha Wagner

Charmaine Tjihero

Beatrix Greyvenstein

Nadine van Schalkwyk

Francois Erasmus and Partners

Legal practitioners, notaries & conveyancers

"Practical advice and a sensitive personal approach. We pride ourselves on our unrivaled committment to our clients' needs."

ABOUT US

Francois Erasmus and Partners is a boutique legal practice centrally situated in the capital within 5 minutes walk from the High Court and Advocates’ chambers.

We cater for a wide range of clients. We pride ourselves to deliver an efficient, costeffective array of focused legal services matched by a personal touch and excellent service history. Use of the latest technology ensures a smooth and user-friendly accounting and communications experience.

For the last decade we have specialised in civil litigation in the Supreme and High Courts of Namibia and attending to the corporate and conveyancing needs of our diverse clientele. Our specific areas of expertise and success relate to constitutional, construction, banking and insurance law, company and labour matters.

We embrace the modern concepts of mediation and arbitration as alternative dispute resolution methods, saving clients money and time. Our primary focus is on service levels, achieving early results for our clients. At Francois Erasmus and Partners our staff represents the demographics of the Namibian society. Clients experience a warm, friendly, but professional environment when interacting with our skilled staff. We invest in the community and believe that we have a responsibility to uplift and empower disadvantaged fellow citizens. Our track record speaks for itself.

SPECIALISED AREAS OF PRACTICE :

• Commercial and civil litigation – Supreme Court, High Court and Lower Courts

• Conveyancing and Bond registration

• Advice and assistance on commercial, civil, labour, banking and regulatory matters

• Building industry and related matters

• Short term and Life Insurance Matter

• Registration of Companies, Close Corporations and Trusts

• Contract law

• Estate administration

• Debt collection

Francois Erasmus and Partners

Tel: +264 83 332 5300

Email: info@ferasmuslaw.com.na

www.ferasmuslaw.com

EDUCATION

Namibia is one of the highest spenders on education in the world and the allocation of 28.4% to the education sector in the 2023/24 financial year equates to 9.6% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Concern has, however, been expressed that the actual education outcomes and return on these investments over time are “not at all commensurate with expectations.”

The allocation for the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture has been increased from N$13.78 in the 2022/23 budget to N$16.8 billion in the 2023/24 financial year. Primary education accounts for 64.4% of the budget, secondary education for 24.7% and pre-primary education for 3.5%.

The number of learners at 1,726 public schools has increased from 819,750 in 2022 to 864,632 in 2023. Education Minister Anna Nghipondoka pointed out in her ministry’s 2023/24 budget motivation speech that the increase in learner enrolment necessitates the employment of more teachers and hence an increase in personnel expenditure. Nearly 80% of the ministry’s budget goes towards personnel expenditure for 35,800 teaching staff and 2,500 nonteaching staff, leaving only 20% for operational expenditure.

More than N$200 million has been earmarked in the 2023/24 financial year for the recruitment of 850 additional teachers to improve the teacherlearner ratios in classrooms.

Nearly 63,000 boarders are accommodated at 238 public school hostels countrywide. The ministry also provides financial assistance to 115 community-owned and church-based hostels.

Over N$570 million has been allocated to the ministry’s development budget for the construction and renovation of classrooms, as well as other education infrastructure such as hostels and offices. Minister Nghipondoka said the ministry intends to construct 510 classrooms and 70 ablution blocks

at schools countrywide as a matter of urgency through public-to-public procurement engagements. She also announced that the ministry would start with the procurement of works for the construction of three schools, two boarding schools and four hostel facilities. The ministry, however, needs about N$2.5 million to build about 4,479 permanent classrooms, while there is also a shortage of 1,176 hostel blocks and 15,000 beds at hostels.

In his February 2023/24 budget speech, Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi pointed out that the education sector continues to absorb a growing share of the national purse. “Of the total expenditure this year, 28.4% is earmarked for the education sector. This equates to 9.6% of the GDP, making Namibia one of the highest spenders on education the world over. And yet the actual education outcomes and return on these investments over time are not at all commensurate with our expectations. We need to get more value for every dollar spent on education. While there are gaps in terms of education infrastructures that need urgent attention, I also believe there is great scope for increased efficiencies in the utilisation of the current budget. The problem in education is not simply one of a lack of resources,” the minister said.

NAMIBIAN COLLEGE OF OPEN LEARNING

The Namibian College of Open Learning (NAMCOL) was allocated N$120 million for the 2023/24 financial year. NAMCOL has over 25,000 Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary (NSSCO) level and Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Advanced Subsidiary (NSSCAS)registered learners. The college offers secondary, tertiary, technical vocational education and

training, as well as short courses for adults and out-of-school learners who cannot attend school full-time or want to improve their examination results.

EXAMINATION RESULT SHOCK

The results of the 2022 NSSCO examinations drew widespread criticism. Only 5,812 out of a total of 38,019 full-time candidates who sat the NSSCO examination obtained the required 25 points or higher to register at tertiary institutions, while 8,133 (21.4%) of the candidates qualified for the NSSCAS level in 2023.

The dismal results prompted President Hage Geingob to ask the education minister to provide a detailed report on the poor results. In the report handed to the president, the results were partly attributed to the significant loss of face-to-face teaching and learning time at the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the poor state of education infrastructure, the shortage of classrooms and teaching and learning resources, as well as the absence of systematic support at the school level for teachers and learners.

HIGHER EDUCATION

vocational training centres and to equip the UNAM School of Medicine with the necessary equipment to facilitate training at the School of Dentistry.

TVET

About 38,000 students are registered at eight vocational training centres in the country, while construction of three new vocational training centres at Keetmanshoop, Khorixas and Nkurenkuru are targeted for completion during the 2023/24 financial year. The Kai//Ganaxab VTC in the Hardap Region, which previously resorted under the Ministry of Youth, is also expected to become operational this year.

NAMIBIA STUDENTS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FUND

Namibia prioritizes education with increased budget allocation, addressing infrastructure gaps, and focus on improving education outcomes.

The Higher Education Vote has been allocated N$3.7 billion for operational expenses in the 2023/24 financial year, an increase of 9.8% on the 2022/23 allocation of N$3.25 billion. The University of Namibia (UNAM) has been allocated N$892 million, while the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) will receive N$492 million. The ministry’s budget for development expenditure has been increased from N$77 million in 2022/23 to N$135 million in the 2023/24 financial year.

The increased allocation goes towards funding for the Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF), the completion and operationalisation of

VITAL CONTACTS

Center for Global Education

P O Box 21324, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 228 773

Email: info@ centerforglobaleducation.com www.centerforglobaleducation.com

Institute for Management and Leading Training

P O Box 22524, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 230 555

Email: imit@imit.org.za

Junior Achievement Namibia

P O Box 1596, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 221 140

Email: info@janamibia.com www.aflatoun.org

NAMCOL - Namibia College of Open Learning

Private Bag 15007, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 270 9100

National Examinations and Assessment

Private Bag 13186, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 293 4437 / 4435 www.dnea.gov.na

Namibia Association for Literacy and Adult Education (Rossing Foundation)

P O Box 20746, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 280 9111

Email: RUL.communication@ rossing.com.na

www.rossing.com

NIMT - Namibia Institute of Mining Technology

Private Bag 5025, Swakopmund

Tel: +264 64 511 800

Email: ho@nimt.edu.na www.nimtnam.com

NANSO - Namibia National Students Organisations

P O Box 22013, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 685 2424

Email: info@nanso.org

www.nanso.org

NSFAF - Namibia Student Financial Assistance Fund

P O Box 22013, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 434 6000

Email: studentsrelations@nsfaf.na www.nsfaf.na

The Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) received an appropriation of N$1.6 billion to fund new and current loans to undergraduate, post-graduate and TVET students for the 2023/24 financial year. The fund received 30,124 applications for 2023, an increase of 30% from 2022, and after verification a total of 22,178 students (74%) were found to be eligible for funding.

The fund, however, continues to struggle to recover a N$4.2 billion debt owed by 88,640 loan defaulters. A temporary amnesty on loan repayments and a waiver of N$2.6 billion interest on all loans during the amnesty period to encourage loan repayment between 1 July 2022 and 30 June 2023 have largely been ignored.

NSFAF, which was established as a state-owned enterprise in 2013, will be dissolved and integrated as a department into the Ministry of Higher Education, Technology and Innovation. A deadline of 31 December 2023 has been set for the integration.

NQA - Namibia Qualifications Authority

Private Bag 13247, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 384 100

Email: marketing@namqa.org www.namqa.org

NCHE - National Council for Higher Education

P O Box 90890, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 307 012

Email: info@nche.org.na www.nche.org.na

NIED - National Institute for Educational Development

Private Bag 2034, Okahandja

Tel: +264 62 509 000

Email: eshikongo@nied.edu.na www.nied.edu.na

TUCSIN - The University Center for Studies in Namibia

P O Box 11174, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 224 840

Email: info@tucsin.org www.tucsin.org

UNESCO - United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation

Private Bag 13406, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 435 6013

Email: windhoek@unesco.org www.nuesco.org

WVTC - Windhoek Vocational Training Center

Private Bag 13334, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 211 742 / 3

Email: reception@wvtc.edu.na www.wvtc.edu.na

Namibia Training Authority

P O Box 70407, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 207 8550

Email: info@nta.com.na

University of Science & Technology (NUST)

NUST is at the forefront of higher education in Namibia. The University offers various Certificates (under and postgraduate), Diplomas, Bachelor, Bachelor Honours, Master’s and Doctoral degrees in more than 60 programmes.

NUST is the first Namibian higher education institution to have established a dedicated Quality Assurance Unit; its programmes are accredited by, among others, the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA).

Students are equipped with a blend of contemporary knowledge, skills and competence acquired in classrooms, and simulation laboratories, through fieldwork and job attachments, to drive competitiveness in the knowledge economy.

Privaatskool Elnatan

Tel: +264 61 207 9111

Email: info@nust.na

13 Jackson Kaujeua Street, Windhoek, Namibia

‘Die toekoms van die wéreld is vandag in ons klaskamer’

Privaatskool Elnatan verskaf, in samewerking met die ouerhuis, ‘n bekostigbare Christelike opvoeding van uitnemende gehalte in hoofsaaklik Afrikaans aan die jeug deur die gebruikmaking van alle bekostigbare onderwyshulpbronne tot die volle ontwikkeling van sy/haar potensiaal tot eer van God en tot voordeel van sy naaste.

Die skool beywer hom in samewerking met ander skole, persone, instansies, kerke en die regering in sy strewe na die verkryging van wetenskaplike toerusting, kundigheid, sosialisering en fondse tot die algehele vorming van sy leerlinge.

Die skool streef daarna om hoëvlak mannekrag te lewer, toegerus met die nodige kennis, denke, vaardighede en houdings om in die eise van tyd en die land te voorsien.

Windhoek High School

‘Believe. Behave. Become’

Tel: +264 63 260 079

Email: kantoor@elnatan.com

www.privaatskool-elnatan.com

At Windhoek High School, we embrace the concept that it takes a collective effort to raise a child. To cultivate personal potential at every opportunity is a fundamental belief at Windhoek High School.

Academic excellence is a key focus at WHS. We provide a comprehensive curriculum designed to challenge and inspire our students.

Our vision extends beyond academic success. We offer a variety of sports programs for students to excel athletically, promoting fitness, teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.

Culture also plays a significant role at WHS. We encourage participation in cultural activities, such as music, dance, drama, and arts, as they foster creativity and self-expression. In Windhoek High School, our beliefs center around God.

Namibia Business School (NBS)

Tel: +264 61 235 195

Email: admin@whs-edu.com

www.whs-nam.org

The Namibia Business School (NBS) was founded in direct response to the specific demands and requirements of the Namibian market with a vision to be an internationally accredited business school noted for high performance in innovative research, learning and teaching, and entrepreneurship training, delivering leaders for the African context.

Since its commencement in the year 2000, the Executive MBA Programme has successfully nurtured and empowered over 175 ambitious individuals who have emerged as accomplished graduates, equipped with esteemed diplomas and Master’s Degrees in Business Administration (MBA).

NBS exists to promote personal and national transformation through quality business and management education.

Tel: +264 61 235 195

Email: admin@whs-edu.com

www.whs-nam.org

Discover Yourself!

Unlock a world of opportunities with the University of Namibia, your gateway to quality education and boundless horizons in Africa.

EMBRACE GLOBAL DIVERSITY

Encompasing the heartbeat of Africa, our university welcomes students from across the globe. Join a vibrant tapestry of cultures and embark on a transformative educational journey. Meet fellow students from all corners of Africa and beyond. Foster lifelong friendships and expand your global network.

AN IDEAL STUDY ABROAD DESTINATION

Embark on a global journey with us! Our vibrant and inclusive 12 campuses warmly embrace exchange students, offering you an enriching educational and cultural experience that goes beyond the classroom. Connect with our diverse communities and immerse yourself in the richness of Namibia’s traditions while pursuing your academic aspirations.

UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL

Dreaming of a rewarding international career? Look no further. The University of Namibia opens doors to a world of professional growth with international staff employment opportunities. As you nurture minds, you’ll find your own path to success in an encouraging and supportive environment.

EXCELLENCE WITH HONOURS

Elevate your education with our Honours programmes, tailored to shape future leaders and change-makers. Our commitment to excellence has led us to be coranked 16th among the top 100 universities in Africa. Join a league of trailblazers and set new standards in your chosen field.

BEYOND EDUCATION, INTO EXPERIENCE

Your journey with us extends beyond borders. Immerse yourself in a dynamic student life, enriched with a plethora of extracurricular activities that shape character, skills and memories. Unearth hidden talents, connect with like-minded individuals, and make your university experience truly unforgettable.

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To inspire and enable individuals to lead powerful transformation.

We equip and develop leaders to transform Africa Leaders with soft hearts, tough minds, skilful hands, and upright characters

For Namibia, to move from peace and stability towards prosperity, we need more people moving from passivity to productivity, from standing on rights to taking up responsibility. We need more leaders in all spheres of society!

The African Leadership Institute exists to train these leaders!

Training takes place at the Rock Lodge, Okahandja and is available for any individual who has a desire to make a difference – transforming yourself, your relationships, performance at the workplace and your community. The curriculum focuses on developing both human and social capital – including emotional intelligence.

ALI is registered as a Private Higher Education Institution with the Ministry of Higher Education, Training and Innovation (VET levy paying companies can claim ALI training fees back from NTA).

ALI offers the following NQA Accredited qualifications:

CERTIFICATE IN TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP (Level 5)

DIPLOMA IN TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP (Level 6)

CERTIFICATE IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP (Level 4)

Certificate in Transformational Leadership (CTL) has a cost of (N$ 24 000) and includes the following:

• Face-to-face training at the Rock Lodge offered in 3 block sessions of one week at a time.

• One weekend seminar (marriage/relationship/single)

• Shared accommodation and meals at the Rock Lodge

• Training notes + Five prescribed books

Weekend seminars presented by ALI:

• Marriage Enrichment, relationship, parenting Seminar.

• Finance seminar- How to master your money

• Executive seminar – for leaders in senior positions

• Effective management towards productivity.

Contact details: admissions@ali.com.na www.ali.com.na

Tel: +264 061 250 229/081 3866906

FINANCE

The Bank of Namibia (BoN) has projected that Namibia’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) will slow down to 3% in 2023 from 4.6% in 2022 as a result of slower growth in the primary and secondary industries. This is marginally more optimistic than the International Monetary Fund’s 2.8% forecast in its April 2023 World Economic Outlook.

Namibian consumers have been hit hard by inflation which averaged 6.1% in 2022, compared to 3.6% in 2021. The annual inflation rate rose to 7.2% in February 2023, the highest level since 2018, and remained at 7.2% in March 2023. It then decreased to 6.3% in May 2023, which is 1% higher than in May 2022. The BoN has projected an average inflation rate of 6.1% for 2023. The inflation rate surge was driven by increases in the prices of transport, food and non-alcoholic beverages.

REPO RATES

Namibian consumers were dealt a further blow when the BoN increased the repo rate several times from 3.75% in December 2021 to 6.75% in December 2022. At the first meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee in February 2023, the BoN increased the repo rate by a further 25 basis points, followed by another increase of 25 basis points in April and 50 basis points in June to push the repo rate up to 7.75% and the prime lending rate to 11.5%.

The bank said the decision was appropriate “to safeguard the oneon-one link between the Namibian dollar and the South African rand” and that it is “simultaneously aimed at further containing inflationary

pressure, stemming their associated second-round effects and anchoring inflation expectations.”

The higher repo rate of 8.25% in South Africa (as of May 2023) has partly led to a capital outflow of N$10.1 billion from Namibia to South Africa between January and May 2023 as asset managers seek higher returns in that country.

2023/24 FINANCIAL YEAR BUDGET

On 22 February 2023, Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi tabled the 2023/24 budget in the National Assembly under the theme “Economic Revival and Caring for the Poor”.

The budget makes provision for a total revenue of N$74.7 billion, an increase of 16.5% on the revised total of N$64.1 billion in the 2022/2023 budget. The increase is largely due to the rise in revenue from the Southern African Customs Union (SACU) from just over N$14 billion to well over N$24 billion.

The total expenditure was projected to increase by 13% to N$84.5 billion: N$65.9 billion for the operational budget, N$8.5 billion for the development

budget and N$10.2 billion for interest payments. Shiimi said the budget deficit of N$9.1 billion would be financed through a combination of domestic debt instruments and funding from multilateral organisations.

Personnel expenditure for the country’s 107,000 civil servants continues to account for nearly 50% of the operational budget despite repeated calls for the reduction of the size of the civil service. The appropriation to the Public Service Employees Medical Aid Scheme (PSEMAS), which has cost taxpayers billions of Namibian dollars as a result of fraudulent activities, has been reduced from N$3.2 billion for the 2022/23 financial year to N$2.7 billion during the 2023/24 financial year.

The education sector once again received the highest share of the budget with a total appropriation of N$20.6 billion which represents 28.4% of the budget. The health cluster was allocated N$9.7 billion. The Ministry of Health and Social Services received the second largest appropriation of N$9.39 billion or 14.2% of the operational budget.

GRANT INCREASES

Increases effective from 1 April 2023:

The old age grant and the disability grant will be increased from the current N$1,300 to N$1,400 per month.

TAX RELIEF MEASURES

The minister announced that the corporate income tax rate for nonmining companies would be reduced to 31% from the current 32% with effect from 1 April 2024 with a further reduction to 30% with effect from 1 April 2025.

The tax-exempt threshold for individual income taxpayers would be increased from the current N$50,000 to N$100,000 with effect from the 2024/25 financial year.

He also announced that the tax amnesty programme would be extended for the final time and that interest and penalties would be written off if outstanding capital is fully settled by 30 October 2024.

Namibian consumers struggle as inflation soars and repo rates increase, while budget focuses on economic revival and caring for the poor.

The orphan and vulnerable children grant will be increased from N$250 per month to N$350.

The disability grant for beneficiaries under the age of 18 will be increased from N$250 to N$1,400 per month.

An amount of N$69.8 million has been set aside to expand the coverage of the orphan and vulnerable children grant through accommodating approximately 30,000 eligible children on the waiting list.

VITAL CONTACTS

BAN - Bankers Association of Namibia

P O Box 195, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 299 2116

Email: Davel.Botha@capricon.com.na www.ban.na

EAN - Economic Association of Namibia

P O Box 21459, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 244 300

Email: info@ean.org.na www.ean.org.na

ICAN - Institute of Chartered Accountants

Namibia

P O Box 21459, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 220 218

Email: secretariat@ca-nam.com www.ican.com.na

Financial Intelligence Center

P O Box 2882, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 283 5287

Email: helpdesk@fic.na www.fic.na

Public debt is projected to increase by 7.2% from N$140.8 billion (68.9% of the GDP) during the 2022/23 financial year to N$150.9 billion (70.1% of the GDP) in 2023/24. The minister said, “In nominal terms, the debt stock is still growing marginally above the growth in nominal GDP, and we aim to gradually close this gap towards the end of the 2022/23 to 2024/25 Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF).”

SOVEREIGN WEALTH FUND

Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi announced in his February 2023/24 budget speech that a technical team is finalising inputs from stakeholders into a draft bill on the sovereign wealth fund, known as the Welwitschia Fund, and said the ministry aims to table the bill in parliament during the 2024/25 financial year. He said the fund remains with the initial seed capital of N$300 million as it was not possible to capitalise the fund from current revenue streams without increasing debt. The management and administration of the fund, which was launched in May 2022, will be delegated to the BoN.

NIPA - Namibia Institute of Professional Accountants

P O Box 90756, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 382 700

Email: reception@nipa.com.na www.office@nipa.com.na

NSE - Namibia Stock Exchange

P O Box 2401, Windhoek

Email: info@nsx.com.na

www.nsx.com.na

PAN - Payment Association of Namibia

P O Box 134, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 415 420

Email: info@pan.org.na

www.pan.org.na

Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA)

P O Box 5699, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 209 2259

www.namra.com.org

Customs and Excise

Tel: +264 61 289 4000

Domestic Tax

Tel: +264 61 209 2641 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6

NAMIBIA’S ECONOMY AT A GLANCE

• Real GDP growth: 4.6% (2022); 3.0% (2023); 2.2% (2024)

• GDP at market prices: N$215.238 billion (2023 projected)

• Average inflation: 6.1% (2023 projected)

• Public debt: N$150 billion (70.1% of GDP)

• Repo rate: 7.75 (June 2023)

BANK OF NAMIBIA CORPORATE CHARTER

BANK

MISSION

Support sustainable economic development through effective monetary policy and an inclusive and stable financial system for the benefit of all Namibians.

VISION

To be a leading central bank committed to a prosperous Namibia.

VALUES

Act with integrity

Open engagement

Lead through innovation We care

Performance excellence

Embrace diversity

CULTURE STATEMENT

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS ON THE VIRTUAL ASSETS ACT

VIRTUAL ASSETS ACT, 2023 (ACT NO. 10 OF 2023):

Namibia enacted the country’s first legislation to license and regulate Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) and Initial Token-Offering Service Providers (ITOSPs).

1. Definitions:

1.1 Virtual Assets – refer to a digital representation of value.

• That can be digitally transferred, stored or traded;

• That uses a distribution ledger technology or similar technology;

• That can be used for payment or investment purposes.

1.2 Virtual asset service providers - means a person that by way of business provides virtual asset services for or on behalf of another person.

1.3 Initial Token offering - means to offer to the public for sale a virtual token in exchange for fiat currency or another virtual asset.

2. Why was this law introduced?

• Before the landmark law was passed, Namibia recognised that virtual assets were being used for illegal activities, including money laundering, especially targeting the banking sector.

• The Act aims to reduce the risks of investing in virtual assets, which the Bank of Namibia (BoN) had already warned the public about.

• The reason for carefully regulating virtual assets, is to create more certainty in the rules, which will build trust in this type of asset. This will encourage hesitant investors and innovators to enter the market safely while also introducing strict compliance requirements.

3. How will his Act be regulated?

• The Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, according to section 5 of the Virtual Assets Act, has chosen the Bank of Namibia as the Regulating Authority.

• As the Regulating Authority, the Bank will prudentially grant licenses, control, and monitor virtual asset service providers and initial coin offering service providers.

• The Bank will give licenses to these providers

and issuers of tokens and will also use advanced systems to watch over their businesses effectively.

• The Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) will still be responsible for preventing money laundering and other financial abuses. Virtual asset providers and token issuers must still follow the rules related to AML/CFT/CPF in the Financial Intelligence Act, 2012 (Act No. 13 of 2012), as amended.

4. Does this mean virtual currencies are now legal tender in Namibia?

Virtual currencies, such as Ethereum, Bitcoin etc., will not enjoy legal tender status on par with the Namibia Dollar. Their acceptance of the payment of goods and services will be at the discretion of any merchant and buyer willing to participate in such an exchange or trade.

How will this Act affect Namibian citizens?

Namibian citizens are now able to engage the services of registered VASP’s and ITOSP’s.

5. What are the licensing requirements?

• It is necessary for Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP’s) to be registered and incorporated in the country where they are created, like in Namibia.

• If a VASP is an individual person, they must also be licensed or registered in the country where their business is located.

• If someone operates as a VASP without being properly registered, they commit a crime and can be fined up to N$10,000,000 or imprisoned for up to 10 years, or both.

• Since VASP’s are businesses, anyone who wants to be a virtual asset service provider or a company that wants to issue tokens must apply for a license following the procedure in the Act.

6. Where can the Act be found?

The full Act can be found on the Bank of Namibia’s website at: https://www.bon.com.na/Regulations.aspx

SOME SEE THE TRADE DEFICIT. WE SEE THE OPPORTUNITIES.

In every import there is an opportunity to substitute it for local goods or services. And with import substitution, we can build the industrial base to strengthen our exports. To SACU, to the African Continent Free Trade Area, and further afield.

The trade deficit is the sum of our opportunity. Development Bank of Namibia has the means to finance it.

Our particular fields of interest are large-scale manufacturing, food manufacturing, transport & logistics, the energy industry, mining and services. If you have a business plan to substitute imports, or to export, we want to examine the possibilities.

Call us. 061 290 8000. We’re waiting to hear from you.

Successful financing for development

The Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) was established in 2004, in terms of the Development Bank of Namibia Act. Its shareholder representative is the Minister of Finance.

The core of its mandate is to provide finance on a commercial basis to the private and public sectors for projects that have a high impact on Namibia’s socio-economic development. The commercial nature of its finances allows it to grow its assets by recovering capital and interest. The multiplying financial resources are used to finance more projects, provide returns to investors in DBN, and a portion is allocated to prudent financial reserves.

Additional facets of its mandate include local and international raising of capital, as well as the development of money and capital markets.

GOALS OF FINANCE

Creation of employment opportunities is one of the most important measures of DBN. It also targets the spread of economic activity across Namibia’s regions and sectoral stimulus, particularly manufacturing, tourism, and transport and logistics, as these sectors are identified in the Fifth National Development Plan (NDP5) as having an important role to play in Namibia’s economy.

DBN also has a transformational agenda to address economic imbalances. This agenda includes economic participation of previously disadvantaged Namibians, women entrepreneurs and youth entrepreneurs.

RISK APPETITE AND MANAGEMENT

DBN specialises in finance for projects with higher risk profiles that would not ordinarily be financed by commercial banks. Not only can DBN service those enterprises with perceived higher risk levels (such as SMEs), but it can also develop pioneering finance solutions. In the past, DBN has pioneered finance for independent power producers, as well as financing tenderbased contracts. By taking a lead through the exercise of risk appetite, DBN shows the way for commercial sources of finance.

DBN is able to manage and mitigate a higher degree of risk through its enterprise-wide risk management framework, which responds to external and internal risks. It also actively manages the environmental and social impacts of lending through its Environmental and Social Management System (ESMS).

FINANCE FOR PRIVATE-SECTOR ENTERPRISES

In terms of the goals of its finance, private-sector enterprises deliver sustainable results with an impact. By fostering the entrepreneurial ambitions of enterprises and individuals through financing, DBN is able to further the interests of enterprises, their stakeholders and beneficiaries with employment and developmental impacts, while providing for its own sustainability and growth.

Risk mitigation is rooted in a robust due-diligence process which appraises the business plan, cash-flow projection, skills and experience of management, as well as collateral availability and the owner’s contribution.

DBN requires a clear indication of the viability of projects that it finances, in addition to the developmental impact.

Decisions are taken by several committees which examine the viability of the application, the credit risk and compliance with the regulatory environment. Depending on the amount requested, the application may be escalated to an overall management committee and/or a board committee.

In cases where DBN determines that a project has high developmental potential, but is not yet bankable, it may deploy its Project Preparation Fund (PPF), which assists with developing further aspects that contribute to viability, including funding for various studies. The PPF is deployed at DBN’s discretion.

SME FINANCE

As SMEs have a higher risk profile and since DBN receives finances from external investors, SME financing is ring-fenced and managed by a separate function within DBN.

Because SMEs are an important source of economic activity, DBN provides dedicated services and assistance to SMEs through its SME Centre in Windhoek and its branches in Ongwediva, Rundu and Walvis Bay. It also provides mentorship, general business training and technical training through its client support function.

Larger enterprises are financed from the Enterprise Portfolio, which is a repository for interest-bearing finance raised locally and internationally.

FINANCE FOR INFRASTRUCTURE AND LOCAL AUTHORITIES

DBN routinely provides finance for large-scale infrastructure projects. These projects are often initiated by state-owned enterprises. It also finances local authorities and public private partnerships (PPPs).

IMPACT ON PRESSING ECONOMIC ISSUES

When a pressing economic issue emerges that can be addressed by an enterprise and/or infrastructure, DBN strives to make an impact through the provision of finance. DBN has been able to make impacts on the shortage of affordable land and housing through the provision of finance to local authorities, PPPs and private enterprises that construct affordable housing. It has also made an impact on the national electricity deficit by providing finance for the generation of privately owned renewable energy. In addition, it has financed numerous private education and health facilities. It has also made finances available for Covid-19 relief as well as business recovery loans.

SOURCES OF CAPITAL

DBN has adopted a path of using its profits to provide additional finance for more or larger projects. This has led to steady growth of its balance sheet. As a result of its excellent record of governance and risk management, DBN attracts tranches of finance locally and internationally, lines of credit from various commercial banks, and investment under its NSX-listed bond programme.

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What does it mean to thrive?

RAISING CAPITAL

AND RAISING COMMUNITIES

Talent is how we do both for our clients.

A better world requires thriving communities and growing corporations. We see a world where one can’t exist without the other. Our diverse thinkers deliver both.

Consistency is key to successful investing with M&G Investments

M&G Investments is a global investment manager with over N$7 trillion in assets under management and administration (as of 31 December 2022), more than five million retail clients, operations in 26 markets around the world and a footprint in Southern Africa. We have a special focus on the Namibian and South African markets, having been the very first international asset management company to establish an office in Windhoek in 1996.

As one of Southern Africa’s top 10 largest investment managers with over N$320 billion in assets under management (as of February 2023), we cater for both retail and institutional investors.

GLOBAL PRESENCE

Listed in London, the wider M&G plc group is one of the UK’s largest and longest-established investment houses, with a heritage dating back more than 170 years. We have large specialist teams of investment professionals who collaborate closely around the world to deliver the best possible results for our clients. In Namibia we combine our extensive global expertise and deep resources with our nearly three decades of local experience in successfully managing Namibian and South African assets. Our strong long-term track record for top fund performance is testimony to the benefits our clients have enjoyed over the years.

INVESTMENT PHILOSOPHY

Since our founding, we have consistently used our rigorous, prudent, and valuation-based approach in managing all our portfolios. We focus on company valuations (“bottom-up”) instead of broad investment themes (“top-down”) and only buy an asset if it is priced below its long-term fair value. We are risk-conscious, aiming to both grow and protect our clients’ savings over time. We believe that our philosophy and unemotional application of this process will lead to consistent investment outperformance over time. Consistency is key to successful investing – this is our investment edge.

BLACK ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT AND TRANSFORMATION

We are committed to transformation in our business, recognising the imperative of achieving greater socio-economic equality in all aspects of our society. We are proud to have achieved a Level-1 B-BBEE rating in South Africa in 2021 but recognise that there is still much to be done within our business, the financial sector, and our wider communities to achieve greater diversity and inclusion. Transformation remains one of our highest business priorities over the near term.

Our Namibian business is 75% owned by M&G Investments Southern Africa, 15% by Horizon Investments (our Namibian black empowerment partner), and 10% by staff via the M&G Staff (Namibia) Trust. Excluding the strategic holding by M&G plc, 63% of our shareholder base within M&G Investments Southern Africa is black owned.

RESPONSIBLE INVESTING

We have long been a champion of active shareholder involvement on many levels, from directly engaging company management to challenging takeover bids. We integrate environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors into our fundamental investment analysis, since we recognise that these issues often carry risks that could affect our environment and the broader economy, as well as diminish potential investment returns for our client portfolios. M&G plc is committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions in its developed market investments by 2030, and in emerging markets by 2040, and believes in a Just Transition approach for Namibia and South Africa. We are a

M&G Investments

Tel: +264 61 256 166

Email: info@mandg.com.na mandg.com.na

signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment and subscribe to the principles of the Code for Responsible Investing in South Africa (CRISA). In fact, we actively participated in drafting CRISA.

PRODUCT RANGE

Our product range takes advantage of our core skills and is designed to meet the specific requirements of our clients. Across the globe, we have proven, dedicated and skilled teams managing funds across a diverse range of assets.

NAMIBIAN FUNDS

We offer four Namibian dollar unit trusts invested across a variety of Namibian and South African assets. Each of these funds offers specific risk and return characteristics suitable for different types of investors, including the Namibia Balanced, Namibia Inflation Plus, Namibia Enhanced Income and Namibia Money Market funds.

EQUITY

Our equity offerings are managed according to a specific investment objective or the bespoke investment requirements of our clients. We currently have three broad equity mandates for institutional investors: Houseview Equity, Select Equity (client-specific mandates) and Other Equity (niche mandates). For retail investors, we have the M&G Equity and M&G Dividend Maximiser funds.

OFFSHORE

Our global funds were launched with the aim of bringing Namibian and South African clients an optimised offshore investing solution. These are managed by our large and experienced investment team based in London and include our US dollar and rand-denominated global equity, property and fixed-income building blocks, as well as our multi-asset global solution funds.

MULTI-ASSET

Our multi-asset offerings take full advantage of our expertise in both strategic and tactical asset allocation. Our two institutional categories are Balanced and Real Return, while retail investors have access to a selection of South African and Namibian multi-asset funds.

FIXED INCOME

We offer a range of fixed-income offerings to suit client-specific requirements, including our bond, money market, income, and inflationlinked bond mandates.

PROPERTY

Our property offerings provide investors with exposure to the South African property sector through our fundamental active or enhanced indexation approaches to stock selection within the sector.

TACTICAL ASSET ALLOCATION (TAA)

We were one of the first investment companies to offer tactical asset allocation (TAA) as a standalone service in the UK, South Africa, and Namibia, and as a result we have one of the most experienced asset allocation teams worldwide.

IN IT FOR THE LONG TERM

We are serious about the responsible stewardship of our clients’ assets and providing excellent client service over the long term. We believe responsible corporate behaviour is essential in maintaining successful relationships with our clients, our staff, and our communities. Understanding our stakeholders’ needs today can help us innovate in ways that create both commercial and social value in the future.

MANAGED RISK AND HIGH YIELD

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Safeguarding and Growing the Fund

for the benefit of our members and their beneficiaries

As a member focused and globally leading pension fund, the GIPF is Namibia’s largest corporate citizen and entity. Our liability driven investment approach, ensures returns that enable the Fund to fulfill its mandate whilst increasingly contributing to the national agenda in stimulating and growing the domestic economy.

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Government Institutions Pension Fund

Namibia's shadow economic backbone

Mr. David Nuyoma, CEO

The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) prides itself as the shadow backbone of the local economy’s continued growth, being a critical role player in the renewable energy, infrastructure, real estate, financial and telecommunications sectors, as well as pension, death and annuitant benefits.

According to the Fund’s principal officer, David Nuyoma, GIPF provides N$350 million in monthly payments in addition to approximately N$75 billion invested in various sectors of the local economy, which is half of its total asset value of N$152 billion.

Nuyoma says GIPF is among the very few funds in the world that provide inflation-linked pension payout adjustments so as to not affect the beneficiaries’ purchasing power. “This practice is not common in the world, where many look at how to decrease benefits, but we are doing the opposite as we forge on how to maximise returns on investment to be cascaded to members. Although we have an anomaly this year where inflation is running at a faster pace, it is my hope that it will temper down soon,” Nuyoma adds.

“The socio-economic impact of the Fund may not be visible to the naked eye, but we are a major role player. For instance, just in Windhoek, if we were to have a blackout period you would be surprised to hear that half of our N$152 billion asset value is invested in Namibia, which is a substantial amount. Therefore, as a pension fund we can confidently say we have been keeping the nation liquid. We have become a critical corporate citizen

in Namibia, and therefore we need to behave responsibly and have the required sensitivity to ensure we make the right impact on our economy and society,” Nuyoma said.

Among the critical socio-economic benefits he mentioned, is the provision of 7,000 housing units across the country from 2016/17 to date. “We are performing slightly better than those with dedicated departments. This has a significant impact on the economy,” he adds.

GIPF was established just before independence in 1989 to cater for the retirement of civil servants, state-owned enterprises and mission hospitals in Namibia. At inception, GIPF was administered by Sanlam South Africa until around 1996 when operations were sourced back to Namibia.

“The Fund itself started off with N$600 million. However, after robust investment policy strategies, the value grew to the point where we are at N$152 billion as of the end of February 2023. It was very important to set up an investment policy, create a massive pool of funds in the country, then lead the development of capital markets and the formation of the Namibia Stock Exchange, because suddenly there was capacity for a stock exchange and more viable opportunities,” according to Nuyoma.

He adds that GIPF is a defined-benefits fund, in other words benefits are guaranteed, as opposed to defined contributions where benefits are market-dependent. Investment has become more attractive than receiving member contributions and growing such funds, which is its core business.

Nuyoma reminisces that the Fund took shape when his predecessor moved the administrative operations from South Africa to Namibia. “Though not all functions were deployed at once, this move saw a significant evolution taking place. From that period things started moving,” he says, adding that brokers emerged on the scene, as well as several asset management companies. Initially most of them were from South Africa because there was an existing active market.

“This resulted in the allocation of mandates to these asset management companies, which were initially multi-managers where one manager could do bonds, equity, properties and so forth. But from around 2010 to 2012, after some consideration, GIPF shifted and adopted a single specialised mandate where we looked for the best in class in a specific area. This became a game changer,” continues Nuyoma. “From that point onwards, the Fund was ballooning.

The incubation programme, which had started with seven asset managers (which later became six), yielded good results for GIPF. Today, these managers are administering about N$3.5 billion, as revealed in a review conducted in 2022, and an additional allocation is pending approval. They operate as a single mandate with built-up processes and capacity, including skills levels gained over the years.

“We adopted what we believed was the best thing to do, also after due diligence by actuaries. What we call a liability-driven investment model was born.” Nuyoma explains that such a model helps the Fund to look at liabilities and to extrapolate how it can sustainably pick assets that can grow looking 80 years ahead.

“This is done through mathematical modelling, where we take a member when they join, for instance at age 20, and calculate for a scenario where this member will be in the Fund until the age of 80 or 90 years, including when they retire. There is no room for miscalculation,” he reveals. “So you have to create the model in such a manner as to be able to take care of such a member for their entire life, while considering that a dependant or spouse will likely also need to benefit after the main member’s death and until their own demise.”

Nuyoma further warns that one must be careful of which funds to use and which ones to leave. “You may look at the funds as being enough, but it takes only one mistake, and all can be gone. This is what we have seen in other developed markets, like the United States, where the average funding position is in the 70s, meaning they operate on a deficit.”

Nuyoma attributes the Fund’s overall performance to a diversified portfolio, with the focus on investment returns equalling or beating inflation. This is pegged at a factor of 5% above inflation. “The basis for us meeting our liabilities is only if our reserves beat inflation, otherwise we might find ourselves on our knees. Secondly, the benefit is in the form of services we provide such as infrastructure, which eventually leads to easy access to goods, services and employment.”

Stringent regulations to minimise risks is another measure which the Fund put in place, which means when the Fund detects that things are going down, it deliberately buys assets, for example the MTC and Capricorn investments. “These shares were helpful as they gave us a boost,” says Nuyoma.

GIPF also embarked on an investment adventure of unlisted assets. “When the Fund started, it was solely listed in assets, where you invest on the stock exchange locally and beyond. We then purposely started to look for unlisted entities needing to expand, but providing potential for growth, hence we selected certain assets to invest such as private equity and properties, among others. We have expanded over time and now also participate in the infrastructure and energy sector, including water, transport and logistics.”

Although they provide an opportunity, they also pose a risk. “If you pick the right asset, you can get good returns, for instance in the housing sector, which offers solid benefits and good performance. But they are also the toughest to manage. It is a new industry, which everyone is still learning to master. Also, the market is narrow, with little room for choices,” concludes Nuyoma.

Government Institutions Pension Fund

Tel: +264 61 205 1000

Tel: +264 61 205 1232

Email: info@gipf.com.na

The GIPF has regional offices in Windhoek (Head Office), Otjiwarongo, Grootfontein, Nkurenkuru, Opuwo, Oshakati, Ondangwa, Outapi, Eenhana, Rundu, Katima Mulilo, Swakopmund, Gobabis, Keetmanshoop and Mariental that were established to bring services nearer to our members.

The regional offices are connected to our administration system (GIMIS) that facilitates the coordination and exchange of member information.

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Foreign exchange markets

Facilitate international trade and payments

Treasurer, Claire Hobbs

Bank Windhoek's Chief Treasurer, Claire Hobbs, said that foreign exchange markets facilitate international trade, payments, financial transactions, and investments. She made this statement on Tuesday, 15 August 2023, in Windhoek, when she reminded clients about the Bank's Onshore Foreign Currency (OFC) and Customer Foreign Currency (CFC) Accounts.

Hobbs explained that these multi-currency borderless accounts allow the account holder to send and receive payments in various currencies. "The account can either be maintained by a bank in the home country, onshore, or by a bank in another country, offshore," she said.

The OFC is aimed at individuals for investment purposes, while the CFC will be used by businesses to mitigate the exchange rate risk when making or receiving payments in foreign currency for business purposes. "The two products benefit frequent travellers and businesses who often transact or save in multiple countries. In addition, these accounts attract no account management or monthly fees with no hidden charges while paying interest

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on credit balances, depending on the amount and currency," said Hobbs. To promote the two types of accounts and inform customers interested in diversifying their currency holdings or having specific foreign currency needs, Hobbs shared that the Bank would execute an online awareness campaign highlighting the benefits of these accounts and customers can apply if they fulfil the requirements.

Hobbs concluded by saying that the campaign's creative approach communicates the ease of transacting internationally, transcending language, culture, and geographic boundaries as the Bank continues journeying together, enabling individuals to become global citizens unhindered by continuous market fluctuations as they trade and transact with various foreign counterparts. “OFC and CFC can propel them into a world of opportunity and improved lifestyle with numerous currencies within reach,” she said.

The Bank’s Onshore Foreign Currency and Customer Foreign Currency Accounts awareness campaign will conclude on Thursday, 30 November 2023.

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ESG principles are vital for unlocking Namibia’s economic prosperity.

Namibia is on the cusp of significant economic growth and opportunities. According to the Bank of Namibia’s monetary policy statement in early 2023, Namibia’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth is expected to reach 2.7% in the current year, which is good news for Namibian individuals and businesses. This growth will be driven by several factors, including the recovery of the tourism industry and increased investment in various sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, and mining.

‘To fully unlock the potential of these sectors, the various industries must prioritise the integration of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations into their growth strategies. This means adopting a more sustainable and responsible approach to economic development that prioritises social equity, environmental protection, and good governance,’ says Tjivingurura Mbuende, Nedbank Executive of Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB).

Industries must work closely with stakeholders across different sectors to identify ESG priorities, establish clear ESG goals and targets, and put in place the necessary tools and resources to monitor and report on progress. By doing so, Namibia, particularly the private sector, can ensure that its economic growth is sustainable, inclusive, and resilient and that it creates lasting value for all its citizens.

A recent Forbes article highlighted that the banking industry is also increasingly focused on ESG considerations. ‘Banks can play a crucial role in supporting sustainable business practices by providing financial solutions that promote environmental and social sustainability,’ he says. Nedbank is committed to ‘green’ funding, responsible lending and supporting sustainability initiatives. ‘Nedbank Namibia prefers to offer finance for projects in energy efficiency and renewable energy such as landfill gas, solar, hydro and wind projects,’ says Mbuende. see money differently

On 22 April 2021, Nedbank released its energy policy and updated its climate change position statement. According to media reports, this energy policy is by far the most ambitious fossil fuel financing policy in Southern Africa and appears to set a global leadership standard among large commercial banks. The energy policy clearly articulates the urgent need to decarbonise Nedbank’s financing and it includes short-, medium- and long-term deadlines for doing so. The policy also expands on Nedbank’s fossil fuels financing exclusions.

‘At Nedbank Namibia CIB, seeing money differently is about more than finding solutions for current problems. It’s about taking a step back to look at the bigger picture and positioning solutions for future growth. Nedbank Namibia CIB is a strategic financial partner

For more information, please contact Nedbank CIB at cib@nedbank.com.na.

with a focused objective to help our clients achieve their business ambitions and opportunities. We provide tailored solutions, characterised by fresh thinking, innovation, and a highly integrated partnership approach,’ explains Mbuende.

Sustainable business practices ensure that the environmental impact of industries is minimised, and the economic benefits are shared equitably. With an eye on the future, industries must adhere to strict environmental standards, which include reducing their carbon footprint, minimising water usage, and managing waste responsibly. These practices ensure that various sectors do not harm the environment and that future generations can benefit from the earth’s limited and sometimes fragile resources.

Tjivingurura Mbuende

Executive: Corporate and Investment Banking

FNB Namibia

Doing what matters locally drives our global ambition for Namibia

For over 116 years, FNB Namibia has been a part of Namibia’s evolving growth story.

Redefining ‘help’ continuously, according to local needs and global aspirations for Namibia means providing intuitive help beyond the widest range of financial products from a local commercial bank. Intuitive help prompts meaningful and relevant financial services experiences for customers, stakeholders, and our employees. Beyond answering customers with ‘How can we help you’, intuitive help goes bravely into the space of offering “The help you need - before you know you need it”.

FNB Namibia delivers on this promise through its various focused segments: FNB Namibia Retail Banking provides a full range of banking services to individuals, while FNB Commercial and RMB Namibia offer services and solutions that meet the financial partnership needs of enterprises - both large and small - throughout the country. Our extensive countrywide branch and automated teller machine (ATM) networks, as well as self-service channels such as FNB Namibia Online Banking, Cellphone Banking & our internationally awarded FNB App, ensure that our customers have access to their accounts anytime and anywhere.

We are focused on being advice-led, rather than product-led in the delivery of our solutions. And in our journey to transition beyond banking, we are striving to become an integrated advice partner, connecting the dots between our customers’ day to day activities as well as their aspirations and goals.

As a leader in digital innovation and product and service excellence, FNB Namibia has made a significant investment into the enhancement of digital banking opportunities for our customers. What our customers need, and what is helpful, safe, and easy, is the driver of our innovation and attention to detail in our digital offerings.

The FNB App, an awarded world-class digital solution, has been redesigned to offer even more intuitive help through its ease of use and a safer digital experience, offering enhanced user experience, underpinned by personalisation.

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Tel: +264 61 299 2222

Email: info@.fnbnamibia.com.na www.fnbnamibia.com.na

Similar enhancements have been made to the company’s internet banking channel. Showcasing a versatile refreshed brand look and feel, the user’s online experience aligns with our accelerating transition to helping customers beyond banking into lifestyle and business solutions categories.

Building competitive investment, insurance, lifestyle, and business solutions to best deliver to customers’ goals is reliably underpinned by the ease and safety of our platform and extensive network of advisors and points of presence, virtually and physically available to customers according to their needs.

As a leader in the Financial Services industry with close to 680,000 customers choosing us as their financial partner, we take our role in the economy seriously. To ensure we remain relevant and offer products and solutions for all our customers needs, the bank values regular feedback from customers. This annual feedback improves our value propositions in useful ways, helping us to continuously aim for the perfect blend between digital and face to face services, as well as personalised advice to basic banking and financial inclusion expansion, nationally.

Contextual relevance means products and services are provided through suitable channels to all Namibians ,wherever they are - underpinned by an entrenched organisational culture of helpfulness and responsible business leadership.

24/7/365 Services that include Cash@Till/eWallet@Till and CashPlus, allows all users, all day access to their money at till registers in stores across the country. Safe and convenient banking countrywide also enables savings on standard bank charges annually, with real positive effects on SMEs countrywide to grow more easily, through easier management of their cash holdings daily.

‘Doing what matters’ is the embodiment of strong ESG commitment and framework for engagement, enabling and driving our customer understanding, our delivery of relevant products and services, and our meaningful contribution and investment in systems and people, to deliver financial inclusion and sustainable investment ethically into the national community within which we operate. From transactional banking to securities lending, ESG reporting and systemic lending, to the issuance of green bonds and digital accounts, FNB Namibia has set the competitive bar high.

World-class technology and leading digital innovations ensure first to market advantage with enhanced commitment to customers and other stakeholders as a systemic bank in a small economy.

FNB Namibia is annually recognised for providing customers with an innovative, contextual, and agile banking experience. Leading the local investment of time and resources into understanding customer needs, and offering them the full range of assisted and unassisted financial services, from transact, lend, and insure, to enhanced investment opportunities, consistently and excellently, is what matters.

FISHING

Namibia’s fishing industry plays an important role in the country’s economy – providing employment, as a foreign exchange earner and contributing to government revenue. The Bank of Namibia (BoN) has projected growth of 2.6% in 2022 – down from 3.2% in 2021 and a contraction of 9.5% in 2020.

The mandate of the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) is to manage the living aquatic resources sustainably and to promote the aquaculture sector. Total allowable catches (TACs) for eight species are determined annually by the MFMR based on scientific evidence and on the advice of the Marine Resources Advisory Council. Commercial harvesting rights for commercial purposes are granted to rights holders on the basis of various criteria and quotas are allocated to the rights holders.

Fishing companies have made major investments in onshore production facilities at Walvis Bay and Lüderitz over the past decade to increase employment opportunities in the industry, create value addition before products are exported and encourage product diversification.

There has been no quota for pilchards since 2018 pending the findings of research to determine the health of the pilchard stocks. The moratorium on orange roughy, a high-value deep sea fish, remains in place.

The commercial marine fisheries are dominated by hake and horse mackerel, which account for over 90% of the total catches. The rich fishing waters of the Benguela marine ecosystem also support some 20 high value and other commercial species.

HAKE

Hake is the most important fisheries resource in terms of value, export earnings and job creation. About 90% of this mid-water and demersal species is caught by trawlers, while 10% is caught by longline. Frozen or wet hake is landed at Walvis Bay and Lüderitz.

Products include chilled fresh hake airlifted to markets in Europe and a variety of locally processed products such as prime cuts, high value loins, fillets and baby hake. Spain, the main export destination, accounts for close to 50% of total exports. Other European countries and South Africa are also major destinations, while a variety of coated and crumbed products are sold in Namibia.

The management and sustainability of the hake industry was assessed and certified by the Marine Stewardship Council in November 2020. The certificate expires in November 2025.

HORSE MACKEREL

Horse mackerel, the most important species by volume and the secondmost valuable fisheries export earner, accounts for about two-thirds of total annual marine catches. It is an affordable high-protein fish which is

also rich in Omega 3. Zambia, Mozambique and the Democratic Republic of Congo are the main destinations for whole frozen horse mackerel.

Etosha Fishing introduced Namibia’s first canned horse mackerel range, EFUTA Maasbanker in 2013. The range includes horse mackerel in tomato sauce, chilli sauce and brine.

CRUSTACEANS

Rock lobster is caught in the shallow onshore waters of the continental shelf at the southern coastal town of Lüderitz. Japan and the People’s Republic of China are the main destinations of live and whole cooked and raw rock lobster.

The deep-sea crab fishery, which operates from Walvis Bay, is small in terms of the annual catches landed, but crab is a high-value product. Catches are processed on board or at the crab processing plant at the harbour town. Depending on the size of the crabs, products include whole round crabs, fresh or frozen sections, claw products, legs with or without shells and crab flakes and meat. Japan, the People’s Republic of China, South Korea and Spain are the most important export markets.

MONK AND DEEP-WATER FISHERIES

Monkfish, a high-value species, is caught as a target species or as a bycatch of the hake fisheries. Fillets and tails are exported to Spain, Italy, the United Kingdom and France.

The commercial line fishing sub-sector operates mainly along the central coast from Walvis Bay, Swakopmund and Henties Bay. Snoek, silver cob (also known as kabeljou), West Coast steenbras are the main species caught from skiboats and larger vessels.

INLAND FISHERIES

Namibia’s northern perennial rivers, the Okavango, Kwando, Chobe and Zambezi, have provided a source of protein for the people living along these rivers for centuries. But the increasing human population and overexploitation of the rivers’ fishing resources have resulted in a decrease in the fish populations. The MFMR has, however, set aside several fisheries reserves in the Zambezi River, while there are also regulations to control fishing in the Okavango River.

Eight inland freshwater aquaculture projects established, amongst others to improve food security, resort under the MFMR. The projects are located in West Kavango, East Kavango, Omusati, Oshana, Hardap, Karas and Omaheke regions. Annual production stood at 1,700 tonnes in 2019 which is well below the projected capacity of 5,000 tonnes a year.

Hake is the most important fisheries resource in terms of value, export earnings and job creation.

Quotas for tuna and tuna-like species, caught in the southeast Atlantic, are determined by the International Commission for the Conservation of Atlantic Tunas (ICCAT). Albacore, the main target species, is exported frozen to Japan where it is used for sashimi. Other target species include big-eye tuna and swordfish, while blue shark and shortfin mako are caught as by-catches.

OTHER COMMERCIAL SPECIES

Sole and kingklip, two high-value species, are caught as bycatches of the trawl fisheries. Other important by-catches such as angelfish, ribbon fish, John Dory, jacopever and snoek are frozen at sea and processed on-land for export and local consumption.

VITAL CONTACTS

Benguela Current Commission

Private Bag 5031, Swakopmund

Tel: +264 64 406 901

Email: thandiwe@benguelacc.org www.benguelacc.org

Directorate of Inland Fisheries And Aquaculture Namibia

Private Bag 13355, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 205 3021

Email: Rudi.Cloete@mfmr.gov.na www.mfmr.gov.na

Fisheries Observer Agency

P O Box 2903, Walvis Bay

Tel: +264 64 219 500

Email: info@foa.com.na

www.foa.com.na

NAMFI - Namibia Maritime & Fisheries Institute

P O Box 3228, Walvis Bay

Tel: +264 64 270 900

Email: pa@namfi.net

MARICULTURE

Washed by the nutrient-rich and pollution free water of the Benguela system, the sheltered lagoons at Walvis Bay and Lüderitz enjoy ideal conditions for the cultivation of various shellfish species. Mariculture (marine aquaculture) is a relatively small industry operating from Lüderitz in the south of the country and the central coastal towns of Walvis Bay and Swakopmund.

The industry is dominated by the cultivation of mainly Pacific oysters in the lagoons at Lüderitz and Walvis Bay. Namibia’s highly acclaimed oysters are sold locally and exported to South Africa and Asia. Abalone from Namibia’s only abalone farm at Lüderitz is exported to Hong Kong, the People’s Republic of China and Japan. At full capacity, the farm will produce 300 metric tonnes a year. Mussels are cultivated at the Walvis Bay lagoon, while scallops and seaweed are among the emerging mariculture sectors. A multi-million project by Kelp Blue Namibia to cultivate and harvest giant kelp in waters between 3 km and 10 km off the Lüderitz coast was inaugurated in May 2022. Alternative agri-food, bio-stimulants, textile products and dye are some of the products that can be derived from kelp.

FISHING AT A GLANCE

• Namibia’s Exclusive Economic Zone extends for 200 nautical miles offshore

• There are 20 commercially important marine species

• Hake is the most important species in terms of value and export earnings

• Horse mackerel is the most important species in terms of volume

• The Namibian Islands’ Marine Protected Area (NIMPA) stretches for 400 km along the southern coastline and incorporates ten small islands and eight rocks

Since its establishment in 2001, the Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust (NFCPT) became a leading agency in building awareness about the health and nutritional value as well as economic benefits resulting from fish consumption and sales. Evidently, the NFCPT contributed substantially towards poverty alleviation and addressing extreme hunger, which is within the purview of the Trust’s mandate and influenced by organisational outputs.

This is done through the 18 established retail fish shops across the country as well as initiatives such as the monthly regional fish promotions that are conducted in areas where the Trust does not own or operate fish shops. In addition, we build awareness and educate the public on how to prepare and cook fish through educational seminars and campaigns most importantly through the annual National Fish Consumption Day (NFCD), primarily laying emphasis on encouraging the public to consume fish regularly for known health benefits.

Over the past years, the Trust maintained a positive and steady growth. By the end of December 2022, we have achieved an income growth of N$149 million which was a far better performance than the set target of N$132 million. This result was due to consistent sales of fish products as indicated above, as well as a better horse mackerel size mix landed during the fishing season.

Subsequently, we were able to change our financial year from April – March to January – December, which means we had a transitional period of nine months (April – December). This was necessitated by the need to align the financial year to the horse mackerel fishing season – seeing that horse mackerel is our main trading product – thereby making it easier for us to report and for our stakeholders to interpret the financial statements.

This means 2022 was one of the shortest and busiest financial years with exceptionally positive achievements. We witnessed substantial growth in the demand for fish and fish products across Namibia.

The Trust received a total delivery of 7756mt during the transitional period (April to December 2022). We managed to distribute 7,907 tonnes of frozen Horse Mackerel, which was above the target of 75,070 tonnes. The retail segment also surpassed its target for the first time in three years, achieving a distribution of 5,643 tonnes in comparison to the 5,320 tonnes set as a target.

The Trust is working hard to ensure that it invests in acquiring properties and constructing spacious retail fish shops to enhance operational efficiency. Another milestone achieved in 2022 was completing the construction of the state-of-the-art Ondangwa fish shop to the value of N$7,3million.

The Katima Mulilo fish shop was also relocated to a spacious retail shop to the customer shopping experience.

THE NATIONAL FISH CONSUMPTION DAY

As we continuously educate the nation on the nutritional value of fish and the various ways of preparing it, we also strive to improve the accessibility of fish to all regions of the country. To this end, the 10th annual NFCD was successfully hosted in the Khomas Region in October 2022. This event saw the NFCPT raising an astounding amount of N$846,880, set to be ploughed back into the region’s educational needs. We also concluded the draw for the next host, which will be the Zambezi Region.

RENEWABLE ENERGY

In line with our sustainability drive, we have completed the installation of photovoltaic (PV) rooftop solar power systems at Head Office, Outapi, Eenhana, Omuthiya, Wanaheda and Rundu fish shops to arrest the ever-increasing costs of electricity as well as contributing to green energy. Our aim is to replicate the solar energy system at all our owned fish shops at a cost of N$1.75 million with a capacity of 148.8 kWp.

The Trust plans to replicate solar energy installation at all its properties, with the newly constructed Ondangwa and Lüderitz fish shops to be followed next by Ongwediva fish shop and Regional Office.

Currently, the Trust owns eighteen fish shops across the country. Of these, eleven are owned properties of the Trust and seven are rented properties.

OPERATIONAL COST

With the ever-increasing cost of fuel and its major impact on global inflation, the Trust experienced tremendous pressure on its cashflow and the overall cost of doing business.

The cost of doing business will remain under severe pressure due to stagflation, which will result in the increase in business costs while the depressed economic status means that disposable income is being eroded. However, we will manage the business of the Trust in such a way that only the costs that cannot be absorbed will be passed on to the consumers. Management will continuously explore innovative ways to reduce wasteful expenditure, and where possible find alternative ways to reduce costs in order to keep the price of fish as affordable as practically possible without compromising the Trust’s ability to remain sustainable.

The NFCPT operates with 18 fish shops covering all 14 regions of the country.

The NFCPT exceeded its income target of N$132 million in December 2022, achieving a phenomenal growth of N$149 million.

GENDEV FISHING GROUP

Our purpose: Delivering high-quality fish products while protecting the environment

Gendev Fishing Group (Pty) Ltd was founded in the 1950s and is a full-service, land-based fishing and processing enterprise which operates an EU- and HACCP-certified processing factory situated on the seafront in Walvis Bay, Namibia.

The facility is dedicated to the land processing of horse mackerel (Trachurus capensis) and hake, with a fish outlet that provides a one-stop shop offering a wide range of products to the community. As part of the company’s commitment to supplying quality products, all our fish-processing procedures are subjected to quality assurance checks to ensure compliance with the requirements of local and international standards.

Shore processing allows the company to innovate with new products and continually increase the value of the resources, as adding value is key to the production.

Gendev Fishing Group remains the market leader in IQF horse mackerel 1 kg packs and currently has two brands, namely the Gendev brand (exclusively for Shoprite and Metro) and the Namibia Fish brand which is supplied to various other retailers.

A Namibian-owned company with 94.6% shareholding, Gendev Fishing Group is fully committed to broaden the participation of Namibians in the Namibian fishing industry, and an experienced and dynamic team employs 616 people in its operations at sea and on shore.

““We continue to provide high-quality sustainable fish products while protecting the environment. By creating employment, adding value to our products, and ensuring Namibian fish is consumed locally and internationally, we strive to grow the Namibian economy.”

Distribution

Gendev Fishing Group currently supplies customers in Namibia, South Africa, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Angola and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The company anticipates opening new markets globally, as part of the vision to take Namibian fish across the globe. The main product traded is horse mackerel and hake, which is what the company specialises in.

Gendev Fishing Group has also undertaken several development initiatives, with a focus on the underprivileged members of the community, while maintaining an equal balance between economic growth and the welfare of society and the environment, as per the company’s values and morals: We care, We serve, We grow people, We walk the talk.

+264 64 274307 / +264 64 274300 / +264 64 274321

gendev@gendev.com.na

www.gendevfishinggroup.com

Ben Amathila Ave 98, Walvis Bay, Namibia

HEALTH CARE

Public healthcare in Namibia is provided by the private sector and the Ministry of Health and Social Services, which is also responsible for the regulation of healthcare services and professions.

Namibia’s private healthcare sector provides the full spectrum of medical services of world-class standards for those with medical insurance and higher income groups. Services range from dentistry, optometry and radiology to specialised medical care in various fields.

Several private hospitals, day theatres and clinics in Windhoek are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and provide a wide range of services, including general and specialised surgery. There are also well-equipped private hospitals in most large towns throughout the country, including in Swakopmund, Walvis Bay, Otjiwarongo, Otavi, Grootfontein, Tsumeb, Ongwediva, Ondangwa, Rundu and Katima Mulilo.

Registered medical practitioners provide a comprehensive range of general and specialised services. Private clinics, health centres and well-stocked pharmacies are located in various towns countrywide.

The Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia (NamBTS), an autonomous body, is responsible for the collection, testing and supply of blood products in the country. The NamBTS headquarters, laboratory and main testing facility is in Windhoek. It also has two donation sites in Windhoek and one each in Swakopmund, Ondangwa, Walvis Bay and Oshakati. Blood donation clinics are held on a regular basis at various locations throughout the country.

The Cancer Association of Namibia (CAN) is a non-governmental organisation and a registered welfare organisation with its headquarters in Windhoek. The association aims to create awareness of and educate

people on cancer, provide support services to effectively screen for cancer and support cancer patients. CAN relies on fundraisers, donations, projects for fundraising and a medical business model that allows access to quality screening and accommodation services for cancer, while generating funds to sustain operations.

STATUTORY CONTROLS

The health sector is governed by a number of statutory bodies to ensure compliance with the highest international standards and the professional conduct of health professionals.

The Health Professions Councils of Namibia (HPCNA) consists of five statutory bodies whose functions include, amongst others, the registration of medical practitioners. These are:

• Medical and Dental Council

• Pharmacy Council

• Nursing Council

• Social Work and Psychology Council

• Allied Health Professions Council

The HPCNA’s objectives include determining and upholding education and training standards, setting, maintaining and promoting a good standard of professional practice and conduct, and keeping the registers of each health profession for which provision is made in terms of the relevant acts. The council also advises the Minister of Health and Social Services on matters in the relevant acts.

The Namibia Medicines Regulatory Council (NMRC) is a statutory body which is responsible for the registration and authorisation of the distribution, sales and use of medicines for humans and animals in Namibia. The council’s mission is “to ensure safe, efficacious, quality medicines, related substances and medical devices for human and animal use in accordance with recognised international standards and facilitate their availability, accessibility and affordability”.

The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (NAMFISA) is responsible for the financial soundness of ten medical aid funds registered with the authority. It also undertakes the registration of medical aid fund rules and monitors compliance with prudential investment guidelines.

PUBLIC HEALTHCARE

There are more than 430 public health facilities, including 27 hospitals, providing services to patients that do not have health insurance. Windhoek Central Hospital is the national referral hospital, while Katutura Hospital (also in the capital), Rundu in the Kavango East Region, and Onandjokwe and Oshakati in north-central Namibia are intermediate hospitals. People living in remote rural areas have access to health services at over 280 clinics and mobile clinics countrywide.

The Ministry of Health and Social Services received the second highest appropriation in the 2023/24 financial year. An amount of N$9.4 billion was provided for operational expenses and N$298 million for capital projects –an increase of 49% on the 2022/23 capital projects appropriation.

Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi said in his 2023/24 budget motivation speech that N$700 million has been set aside for investments in and the renovations of health facilities, the recruitment of medical personnel and to purchase pharmaceuticals and ambulances.

UNAIDS AWARD

Namibia received an award in March 2023 in recognition of the remarkable progress towards reaching the targets of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) and its efforts towards ending AIDS as

VITAL CONTACTS

Catholic AIDS Action

P O Box 159, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 276 350

Email: info@caaa.org.na www.caa.org.na

Drug Action Group

P O Box 20490, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 226 706 www.localdrugaction.com

Epilepsy Namibia

P O Box 11822, Klein Windhoek

Email: nameb@epilepsynamibia.org www.epilepsynamibia.org

ICRC - International Committee of Red Cross

P O Box 3970

Tel: +264 61 470 2440 www.icrc.org

MAN - Medical Association of Namibia

P O Box 3369, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 224 455

Email: man.office@iway.na www.man.com.na

*For medical associations, contact MAN

a public health threat by 2030. The award was conferred by the US Global AIDS Coordinator and Special Representative for Global Health Diplomacy, John Nkengasong.

In his reaction to the award, Health Minister Kalumbi Shangula said Namibia had achieved 92-99-94 of the UNAIDS 95-95-95 target. The 95s refer to the percentage of people who (1) are familiar with their HIV status and, of those who know it, (2) are receiving antiretroviral therapy and (3) have a depressed viral load. He expressed confidence that Namibia is close to achieving the first and third 95 targets soon.

Minister Shangula said that, according to a January 2023 report, a total of 215,348 Namibians are living with HIV and an estimated 7,193 children under the age of 15 live with HIV. He went on to say, “The number of HIV infections is disproportionately high among females compared to their male counterparts. The prevalence is high among women at 15.1% compared to 8.4% in men.”

The minister also announced that the ministry has completed the review of the National Strategic Framework (NSF) for HIV/AIDS and that a new NSF for 2023/2024 to 2027/2028 has been finalised and would be launched soon.

PEPFAR COMMITMENT

The US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) has committed an amount of N$1.6 billion towards Namibia’s HIV prevention, care and treatment for 2023.

The announcement was made at the 20th anniversary celebrations of PEPFAR in Windhoek in June 2023. Speaking at the occasion, the US Global Aids Coordinator, Ambassador John Nkengasong, said PEPFAR has invested over N$27 billion in Namibia since its inception in 2003.

PEPFAR was announced during American President George W. Bush’s State of the Union address and authorised by Congress in the same year through the Leadership Act. It focusses on support for HIV/AIDS prevention, as well as care and treatment programmes in developing countries.

Health Industry Forum Namibia

Tel: +264 61 375 090

*For medical associations, contact HIFN

NAMAF - Namibia Association of Medical Aid Funds

P O Box 11974, Klein Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 257 211

Email: reception@namaf.org.na www.namaf.org.na

Namibia Network of Aids Services Organisations

P O Box 23281, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 261 122 nanaso@nanaso.com

Namibia Institute of Pathology (NIP)

P O Box 277, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 295 4000

Email: info@nip.com.na www.nip.com.na

Namibia Red Cross Society

P O Box 346, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 413 7501

www.redcross.org.na

WHO - World Health Organisation

P O Box 3444, Windhoek

Email: afwcona@who.int

www.afro.who.int

Namibia Association of Private Health Facilities (NAPH)

Tel: +264 61 375 090

Email: naphboard@gmail.com

www.naph-namibia.com

HEALTH CARE AT A GLANCE

• Close to 12% of Namibia’s annual budget is appropriated to the Ministry of Health and Social Services

• 430 public health facilities countrywide

• 27 public hospitals countrywide

• 37 public health centres countrywide

• Private hospitals, health centres and clinics in all major towns

OPTIMAL

WELL BEING THE PATH TO

At RMA, we take pride in being recognised as an innovation leader within the Namibian medical aid industry. Our top priority remains the health and well-being of our members, and we are dedicated to upholding this commitment above all else. Since its inception, RMA through its range of innovative benefit options and exceptional service has cemented itself in being the smart health choice for all Namibians who seek quality medical aid cover.

Our approach remains the same: member-centricity with a strong focus on accessibility, affordability and awareness. RMA has established a robust and enduring relationship with healthcare service providers, members and non-members to promote wellness and healthcare that is inclusive of all Namibians.

OUR PURPOSE

At RMA, our purpose is to enhance the well-being of our members by protecting their health through providing comprehensive and affordable medical aid cover. We are committed to becoming the preferred medical aid fund in Namibia, with a brand image that is relevant and resonates with all Namibians. Our slogan, “Your Health Comes First”, reflects our commitment to always prioritise the health of our members.

OUR VALUES

Our values are at the core of our business and drive our actions and decisions. We strive to be an open, honest and compassionate fund, placing the needs of our members at the forefront of everything we do. We are dedicated to providing high-quality services and continuously improving our offerings to meet the evolving needs of our members.

OUR VISION

Our vision is to become the preferred medical aid fund in Namibia, providing unparalleled services and support to our members. We aim to achieve this by constantly innovating and improving our products and services to ensure that our members receive the best possible medical aid cover.

SMART HEALTH CHOICES FOR YOUR COMPANY WITH RMA

At RMA, we continually emphasise the significance of making Smart Health Choices. We recognise the value of adopting a healthy lifestyle, proactively safeguarding one’s well-being, and providing our members with comprehensive healthcare choices that are cost-effective. To achieve this, we encourage our members to follow the most effective ways, which are:

Prioritizing preventive care and preventative tests Regular preventive care and preventative tests serve as a catalyst in detecting health issues at an early stage, which can significantly reduce the need for costly treatments. Preventative tests also allow healthcare providers to monitor members’ general health, provide customised recommendations and assist members in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. RMA provides access to wellness benefits that cover yearly preventative tests.

Partaking in wellness programmes RMA is dedicated to promoting healthy living and empowering its members to make informed health choices. By partaking in wellness programmes, our members have access to preventative benefits which focus on various aspects of a healthy lifestyle, such as blood sugar and cholesterol tests, nutritional counselling and vaccination. Members can maintain their overall health, decrease the risk of chronic illnesses and ultimately decrease the need for expensive medical treatments.

Opting for generic medications At RMA, we continuously strive to help our members manage their healthcare costs without compromising on quality. As an RMA member, you can avoid shortfalls when opting for generic medications. Generic medications contain the same active ingredients, safety profile and effectiveness as brand-name counterparts. We strongly encourage members to discuss generic medication options with healthcare providers.

CHOOSELIFE

EMED RESCUE’S LEGACY OF QUALITY CARE

Emed Rescue is a proudly Namibian Emergency Management Services company that has made a significant impact in the health and mining sectors. Since its inception in 2004, Emed Rescue has offered exceptional medical services that are safe, timely and efficient.

Through innovation, networking and technology, Emed Rescue provides a comprehensive range of services that include emergency medical evacuation by road and air, on-site mining support, event medical standbys, as well as customised first-aid and general safety training. With a diversified team of highly qualified medical professionals, Emed Rescue has over the years maintained its position as a preferred service provider, offering the best emergency medical services to all.

CONTRIBUTING TO NAMIBIA’S HEALTH SECTOR

Known for being an essential player within the health sector, Emed Rescue continues to collaborate with various healthcare professionals to provide coordinated care to patients across Namibia. Emed Rescue’s presence in various towns of Namibia, along with a 24-hour emergency response centre, ensures that residents of multiple towns and surrounding areas have access to immediate life support, guaranteeing maximum coverage to Emed’s clientele and the public at large.

CONTRIBUTING TO NAMIBIA’S MINING SECTOR

Emed Rescue offers all-inclusive medical support to Namibia’s mining industry by managing mobile medical response centres that provide pre-hospital care during emergencies. Our expertise is offered in a compliance aspect to ensure that we maintain international health and safety standards. We specialise in mining operations by providing qualified remote-site medics, on-site medical clinics, emergency

evacuation services, world-class first-aid training, as well as disaster management and incident command systems to meet the safety and health regulations set by the Ministry of Mines and Energy.

With mining sites becoming more remote and challenging, Emed Rescue can provide preventative and emergency medical services to employees anywhere on the job site. Our experienced staff and processes are tailored to extreme work conditions, and we have demonstrated success in providing excellent patient care.

EMBARKING ON A NEW ERA: WELCOME TO EMED MEDICAL CENTRE

Emed is honoured to introduce Emed Medical Centre, which provides an elevated standard of healthcare services. The medical centre is a convenient and comprehensive facility which caters to the needs of individuals and businesses seeking a full range of medical solutions, including emergency medical evacuations, occupational health and safety services, and after-care medical services, among others.

Emed Medical Centre commenced its operations earlier this year, and boasts a team of highly qualified and experienced healthcare professionals who are committed to delivering the highest standards of care to patients. The team comprises of multiple healthcare experts, in differing fields, all of whom are dedicated to ensuring that patients receive the best possible care.

Apart from after-care services, Emed Medical Centre offers health screenings, vaccinations and workplace assessments, among other things, to the general public and its clients. With a focus on preventative healthcare, Emed Medical Centre aims to help individuals and businesses take proactive measures towards maintaining good health and wellbeing.

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INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) is the policymaker of the Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) sector, while telecommunication services and networks, broadcasting services, postal services and the allocation of radio spectrum in Namibia are regulated and supervised by the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN).

In March 2023, CRAN launched its Integrated Business Strategic Plan (IBSP) for the period 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2026. The plan aims to improve service provision to customers and address the affordability of ICT services in the sector. The authority said in a news release, “The enhancement of legislative services also features prominently in areas of electronic transactions, postal, data protection, cyber security laws, implementation of Part 6 of the Communications Act (No. 8 of 2009), as well as the establishment of the Cyber Incidence Response Team in the country with provision for resources to operationalise it.”

MARKET SATURATION REPORT

A draft Market Saturation Report was published by CRAN in June 2023 for written comment by telecommunication and broadcasting service licensees. Licensees have until 24 July to provide written comments and the authority will then host two public hearings. The draft report is the outcome of a survey conducted by CRAN among ICT sector licensees in late 2022 to understand how to stimulate private-sector investment.

MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Mobile telephone services are provided by four operators: Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC), TN Mobile, Mobile Telecommunications Network (MTN) Namibia and Paratus Telecommunications.

MTC dominates the mobile market share in the country’s telecommunications market with 2,356,226 pre-paid, 161,560 post-paid and 6,693 enterprise customers. Its network covers 98% of the population. TN Mobile, a subsidiary of Telecom Namibia, is the second largest mobile operator with about 285,000 subscribers.

MTC commissioned its 1000th network tower in January 2021 as part of its 081Every1 project which was launched in 2017 to connect 100% of the country to a reliable network. Since the project’s launch, 268 sites have been commissioned while a further 24 sites are under construction.

FIXED-LINE TELEPHONE SERVICES

Telecom Namibia, the only company offering fixed-line telephone services, is 100% owned by the government through Namibia Post and Telecom Holdings Limited (NPTH). Fixed-line subscriptions continued to decline as more clients are changing to mobile services and decreased from 102,796 subscribers in the third quarter of 2021 to 85,805 subscribers in the first quarter of 2023.

SIM CARD REGISTRATION

Mandatory registration of SIM cards commenced on 1 January 2023 following the publication of regulations in the Government Gazette in May 2022. All existing mobile phone subscribers must register their SIM

cards by 31 December 2023, failing which unregistered SIM cards will be deactivated. Newly purchased SIM cards must be registered before they can be activated. The SIM card registration applies to Namibian nationals and foreigners for the duration of their stay in Namibia.

According to CRAN the mandatory registration is in line with international best practice and Namibia now joins 157 other countries from across the world that have already implemented mandatory SIM card registration.

PRIVATE TELECOMMUNICATIONS SECTOR

Several private companies provide internet services, network solutions and telecommunication infrastructure, among them MTN Namibia, Paratus Namibia and Africa Online.

According to CRAN’s draft Market Saturation Report, the private sector only controls 10.6% of the ICT sector assets, while the state controls 89.4%. The report states that although the private-sector asset market share has increased in the past six years it is partly due to the decline in asset values of Telecom Namibia from 51% of ICT sector assets in 2016 to 37% in 2021. The asset market share of Paratus, the only notable private-sector player in Namibia, increased from 4.1% in 2016 to 8.6% in 2021.

approximately 20 times more capacity than existing cables connecting Europe to South Africa and provides the shortest connection between Johannesburg and Europe.

Paratus Chief Executive Officer Schalk Erasmus said in a news release, “The sizeable jump in available capacity allows us to export this capacity to the rest of the region, benefiting not only Namibia but also fostering connectivity and progress across the SADC region. Equiano opens up new opportunities for competition, fair pricing, and expanded choices, unlocking the potential for economic growth and digital transformation. It strengthens Namibia’s international connectivity demands and, importantly, integrates seamlessly with the extensive terrestrial fibre network owned and operated by Paratus.”

Paratus Namibia, a subsidiary of the Paratus group, a pan-African telecommunications operator, signed a national roaming agreement with MTN Namibia in November 2021

The report also points out that the privatisation of state-owned enterprises that operate in the ICT sector could increase competition, promote market efficiency, encourage innovation, and ultimately benefit consumers.

EQUIANO ACTIVATED

The Equiano subsea fibre optic internet cable, which was landed at Swakopmund in June 2022, was activated by Paratus, the landing partner of the cable in Namibia, in June 2023. The cable provides

The Namibian branching unit of the project is a public-private partnership between Paratus Namibia and Telecom Namibia. Namibia’s investment in the project is about N$260 million. The first phase of the project, which connects South Africa to Portugal, was announced by Google in 2019.

BROADCASTING SERVICES

The number of broadcasting licences approved by CRAN stood at 37 at the end of 2022. In addition to one signal broadcaster (Satelio Television Namibia) and one public broadcaster (NBC) there are also 17 commercial radio broadcasters and 14 community radio broadcasters.

Research conducted by Mediametrics TM found that 40.7% of Namibians used radio as their main source of news, followed by the internet (23.6%), television (21.2%) and newspapers (12%). NBC’s Kati FM (Oshiwambo service) is the most popular radio station for 27.6% of radio listeners, followed by Kaisames FM (Nama/Damara service with 12.5%. Shipi FM, an Oshiwambo-language station, is the most popular commercial radio station.

ICT AT A GLANCE

• Mobile subscribers (Q1 2023): 2,766,000

• Fixed-line subscribers (Q1 2023): 85,805

• Percentage of individuals using internet (2021): 52.97%

• 4G population coverage (2021): 85%

• 3G population coverage (2021): 89%

SIM CARD REGISTRATION

ENABLES ENHANCEMENT OF DIGITAL SERVICES

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) is an independent regulator established under Section 4 of the Communications Act (No. 8 of 2009) to regulate, supervise and promote the provision of telecommunications services and networks, broadcasting, postal services sectors, and the use and allocation of radio spectrum in Namibia.

Our vision

“Access, quality and affordability for all”

To be a dynamic regulator of the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector that is transforming Namibia and its peoples into an active knowledge-based society that derives the full socio-economic benefits of ICTs.

Our mission

“Regulating the ICT and Postal sectors for the socio-economic benefit of all Namibians”

To purposefully regulate electronic communications services and networks, postal services and the spectrum, so that all Namibians have access to the full socioeconomic benefits of ICTs.

Our values

• Accountability – Accounting for our actions and decisions, taking ownership in a transparent and integrated manner in all our dealings.

• Passion – Being passionate about our purpose, brand, people and stakeholders.

• Teamwork – Harnessing the power of working together to meet our strategic objectives in a cohesive and collaborative manner.

• Respect – Maintaining cordial relations with our diverse internal and external stakeholders.

• Innovation – Being innovative in an evolving and diverse ICT and Postal sector.

The government of the Republic of Namibia issued a policy directive in 2021 that all SIM cards in Namibia must be registered in line with the provisions of Section 77 of the Communications Act (No. 8 of 2009).

As of 1 January 2023, Namibia joined approximately 185 countries in the world who require mandatory SIM registration. In anticipation of this, CRAN launched the National SIM Registration Awareness Campaign in 2022 to educate consumers on the importance of SIM card registration. During the campaign, CRAN discovered that consumers, through the utilisation of their mobile devices, face enormous challenges due to unregistered SIM cards.

Mobile money fraud

Consumers are frequently exposed to irrelevant or unsolicited messages, sent either online or directly from unknown mobile numbers for the purpose of fraudulently soliciting money from consumers or phishing. Consequently, many consumers have become victims of money theft from electronic money transfer services, using their mobile phones. This happens when fraudsters call consumers, either impersonating electronic transaction officials or pretending to be family members, with the intention to deceive them to send money or other personal details. In the absence of SIM card registration, the identity of these perpetrators is unknown and law enforcement is often constrained in bringing them to task. The introduction of SIM card registration will, therefore, lead to more effective and efficient identity verification processes, which enhance personal security and law enforcement.

Mobile and digital identity theft

The occurrence of cyber crimes is on the rise, some of which are attributed to the lack of SIM registration. One specific occurrence is identity theft. This normally occurs when individuals steal the information of consumers, using personal information such as transactional information. The information is used to make unlawful transactions, which result in consumers being defrauded and losing money or other valuable goods. Therefore, the mandatory registration of SIM cards will boost consumer confidence in the utilisation of electronic transactions, because authorities will have an additional legal tool against online fraudsters who use unregistered mobile numbers to commit identity theft.

CRAN EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT

Consumer benefits

SIM card registration is a timely development for Namibia, primarily designed to protect consumers, especially in the wake of the unprecedented rise in the utilisation of e-commerce, fintech and other technology-based services and products. One of CRAN’s objectives is to promote technological innovation and the deployment of advanced facilities and services in order to respond to the diverse needs of commerce and industry. CRAN believes that this objective cannot be fulfilled in the absence of SIM card registration, which is one of the basic tenets of ensuring digital consumer identity and verification.

SIM card registration is thus the gateway for consumers to enjoy the fruit of innovation and other advanced facilities presented in the market. Consumer identity makes the customer more appealing to service providers, enabling them to offer better services and products. It also eliminates the presence of unknown numbers, thereby lowering the probability of cyber criminals.

CRAN urges all consumers to register their SIM cards before 31 December 2023 to enjoy the availability of a wide range of high-quality, reliable and efficient telecommunications services as provided by our licensees.

Contact us:

Tel: +264 61 222 666 | Email: communications@cran.na | www.cran.na

Communications House, 56 Robert Mugabe Avenue, Windhoek, Namibia

Ronel le Grange, Executive: Engineering and Technical Services

Katrina Sikeni, Executive: Communication and Consumer Relations

Emilia Nghikembua, Chief Executive Officer

Elton Witbooi, Executive: Cyber Security and ICT

Lucrezia Henckert-Louw, Executive: Human Capital

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Telecom Namibia enabling Namibia’s digital transformation

DEDICATED TO NATION BUILDING

Telecom Namibia’s commitment to nation building and the socio-economic development of the country has propelled the transformation of the telecommunication landscape and the broader ICT ecosystem of Namibia. As we transition towards the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), Telecom Namibia remains committed to being at the forefront of the technology frontier by enabling Namibia to reach its digital economy growth needs. The Company has adopted network modernisation and digital infrastructure investment programmes as a key strategic objective in its Integrated Strategic Business and Funding Plan (ISBP 2027) and Beyond, as it plans to invest N$2.3 billion in the next five plus years to achieve just that. Under its ISBP 2027 & Beyond plan, the Company is embarking on a digital transformation journey that will help enable Namibia’s Vision 2030, 4IR, NDP 5, Broadband Policy and HPPII national goals.

TELECOM NAMIBIA’S INVESTMENT PLAN

In the 2023 financial year alone, Telecom Namibia has invested and plans to continue investing an estimated N$765 million to modernise its network, replace aged IT Infrastructure, replace legacy billing systems and accelerate fibre-to-the-home (FTTH) and mobile network rollouts. The Company will continue to further invest in infrastructure projects and strengthen its network capacity and quality to better serve its customers and the nation at large. These strategic plans will enable the Company to provide quality, reliable and cost-effective high-speed services to its customers.

“Investing in tomorrow’s technology today is more critical than ever...”— Bill Gates. In line with Bill Gates’ philosophy, Telecom Namibia remains steadfast in embracing Namibia’s future towards digital transformation and is committed to a brighter future through provision of cutting-edge ICT solutions, giving impetus to socio-economic growth and the development of the country. Telecom Namibia’s investment focus areas are as follows:

• The first investment of about US$5 million which the Company realised is the co-landing of Google’s Equiano subsea cable, in partnership with the private company Paratus, also allowing for the sharing of infrastructure as envisaged under HPPII. The Equiano cable landed in Swakopmund on the 1st of July 2022 and will provide us with the projected capacity of 4Tbps (4,000Gbps). This cable addresses Namibia’s international connectivity needs and gears Namibia towards 4IR, a revolution that will be propelled by intense data-driven needs. Telecom is positioning Namibia as a regional ICT hub for landlocked African countries such as Botswana (via Buitepos), Zambia (via Ngoma and Sesheke), Malawi and the DRC. This is in line with the company’s projected capacity demands to enable digital transformation in sectors such as logistics and trade.

• As part of its Integrated Strategic Business and Funding Plan, announced last year with the aim of modernising its telecommunications network and replacing outdated infrastructure and technologies, Telecom Namibia has partnered with OMDis to roll out new fibre routes in the town of Oranjemund. This is a strategic project under its operational

plan, announced under its N$2.3 billion Capex programme to roll out digital infrastructure which is funded from its own cash flows. Part of Telecom Namibia’s Capex plan is to accelerate the rollout of fibre to pass 1,978 erven, thereby improving the coverage of its existing 10,676 km (65.2% of the national coverage) national fibre backbone. This project will add an additional 67.6 km of fibre to its existing national fibre backbone. To date, the Company has invested over N$148 million in deploying fibre. These efforts continue to accelerate the uptake of fibre broadband solutions and help to improve digital adoption rates.

• Over the past year, Telecom Namibia has invested in IP infrastructure development as part of its network modernisation drive, focusing on two key areas: the expansion and the enhancement of its networks. With regard to network enhancement, the Company is reviewing the network architecture to optimise its performance and mitigate against network strain, as more and more customers continue to use the services. These network optimisation efforts will result in Telecom Namibia consistently delivering a quality mobile service and experience. Under its TN Mobile brand, Telecom Namibia has extended its 3G and 4G connectivity to both urban and rural areas across the country, with the upgrade of 25 mobile sites in various parts of the country. This strategic network expansion and densification are aimed at enhancing speeds, capacity, quality, reliability, reach and, ultimately, customer experience. Under PowerCom as the neutral operator, Telecom Namibia continues to share passive infrastructure fairly, equally and without favour to all our competitors, as per CRAN’s (Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia) infrastructure sharing regulations and HPPII.

• Under Telecom Namibia’s mobile Capex plan, the Company plans to rapidly increase its current population coverage and quality of service, from rural areas to national roads, which will benefit the logistics and trade sector. Under the national 5G strategy that was recently announced by CRAN, TN Mobile sites will be 5G-ready, using the latest standards to enable realtime cargo monitoring with ubiquitous IoT connectivity. This connectivity and the Company’s digitalisation investments will enable the Namibia

• Telecom Namibia has standby generators at all major network sites or stations as well as at all DWDM sites that are connected to the Nampower fibre through 158 generators countrywide. These standby generators start automatically when the AC power from power utilities fails. Added to this, the equipment requires DC power to operate, and back-up batteries enable all services to continue working between three and 24 hours, depending on the distance from the nearest support technicians.

• Telecom Namibia has 10 mobile generators placed at various towns in the country that are ready to be moved to any of our sites should prolonged power failures occur. The Company is in the process of replacing 1,500 batteries countrywide at TN Mobile stations to guarantee better uptime for its network. The Company will also replace the two ageing (650 kVA) generators at its Head Office with four new (560 kVA) generators within the 2023 book year.

• The increasing prevalence of cyber security threats has become a global concern, and organisations in Namibia are not exempt, as they are being targeted with thousands of attacks each week. The threat landscape is continuously evolving and becoming more intricate due to the widespread adoption and integration of digital services and platforms by both government and private entities for better customer experience, convenience and competitiveness. Given the prevalence of major security breaches and advanced persistent threats targeting Namibian organisations, which could adversely affect our economy, Telecom Namibia assessed its cyber security posture and developed a cyber security programme to invest in robust solutions that will address these issues.

• To deliver superior services and remain abreast of global trends, Telecom Namibia has also secured sound and reliable business relations with global strategic partners and customers. This enables the Company to deliver international connectivity, regional connectivity, upstream capacity, international Points of Presence (iPoPs), IP transit, voice traffic, interconnection and cloud services, among others. Telecom Namibia has well-established connectivity to the rest of the world through its Point of Presence in Cape Town, Johannesburg, London, Frankfurt and Lusaka, while the Company has connectivity on multiple subsea cables which include WACS, SAT-3 and the latest Equiano.

Telecom Namibia provides service level agreements (SLAs) as an optional value-added service to corporate customers to ensure that their provisioned services perform within the agreed parameters and events and incidents are responded to as stipulated in the service management KPIs (e.g., mean time to repair) of the contracts.

This is a control measure to ensure that SLA customers’ services are maintained at the highest levels of capacity and availability performances and customers are satisfied. Telecom Namibia has 18 signed SLA customers who are grouped into four different SLA types, namely:

- SLA Platinum

- SLA Gold

- SLA Silver

- SLA Bronze

The different SLA types describe different KPI targets, which are concerned with service capacity, availability, delay in service delivery (latency) and loss of service data packets (packet loss) during the lifetime of the contract. These customer services are monitored on a 24/7 basis to ensure service availability, capacity and real-time delivery.

Telecom Namibia’s focus areas indicate that the Company is committed to improving Namibia’s digital communication infrastructures which will bring the benefit of good connectivity to all corners of Namibia.

Nomvula Kambinda

Head: Corporate Communications and Public Relations

Tell: +264 201 2448

Email: CommPR@telecom.na www.telecom.na

MTC A BEACON OF HOPE FOR NAMIBIA

Namibia’s leading Information Communications and Technology Company, MTC has undoubtedly been a catalyst for Namibia’s growth. Started in 1995 by its forefathers, the Namibian government, the company has played a phenomenal role in shaping Namibia’s Telecommunications industry. Namibia has always been on par with the rest of the world when it comes to world class technologies, thanks to the visionary leadership of the MTC team with the support of the stakeholders in the industry.

In 2006 with only 500,000 subscribers, MTC upgraded its network from 26 to 36 to give customers better speed at the most affordable rates with the introduction of its popular Netman. In 2010, MTC invested US$5 million (N$277 million Namibian Dollars) in the West African Sea Cable to ensure that the country has enough internet bandwidth for the next 30 years. In 2012, MTC became the first operator in Africa to introduce 4G and later 4.5G in 2016. MTC has throughout the years demonstrated its innovative attitude becoming the Most Admired Namibian brand for 3 consecutive years now.

Today the company has its own secure Cloud and Fibre network, and recently celebrated its 1000th network tower, a crystal-clear demonstration of its desire to continue investing in Namibia for the benefit of all Namibians. Customers can enjoy Voice over LTE, Taamba and the introduction of Mobile Financial Services are imminent.

MTC has led the way in being one of the most corporate socially responsible entities, believing in the power of giving back to make Namibia a better

place for all. From building low-cost houses, to introducing internship opportunities for students, uplifting entrepreneurs, fighting poverty, and assisting those in the sports and arts fraternity to achieve their dreams, MTC has done it all with an investment of over N$357 million in sponsorships, and N$22 million in CSI to date.

MTC has done exceptionally well in terms of empowering Namibian companies to stimulate the country’s economic growth. The company has invested over NS1.2 billion in 2022 alone that went directly to local Namibian suppliers in the Namibian economy with 95% of all its suppliers being Namibian. An amount of N$158 million has been spent on BEE accredited local suppliers which is a phenomenal achievement in support of Namibia’s Growth at Home strategy.

MTC’s Super Aweh offering has no competition on the continent, allowing Namibians to enjoy the most affordable data rates up to N$68 cheaper than most operators on the continent.

MTC has paid over N$7.5 billion in dividends to its shareholders since its inception. An investment that is used by government to build the country’s infrastructure and address pressing social issues. An amount in excess of N$4.3 billion was paid in corporate taxes while the investment in our network stands at a staggering figure of N$2.5 billion. Today the company is listed and proudly owned by Namibians with its market shareholder equity standing at two times to it total liabilities and return on equity standing at 36% re-paying shareholders investments within three years based on a 2021 study.

The one thing that the MTC has been brilliant at doing is cost management while maximising revenues and still providing the most affordable solutions. With a staff compliment of 654 Ambassadors spread across the country, the company always aims to offer the best Employee Value Proposition to all its Ambassadors. Just recently, the company approved an N$18 million per annum budget that will increase to N$34 million in the next years to ensure that all its Ambassadors from grades A-D2 receive a decent housing subsidy.

This move demonstrates the extreme care and respect that the company has for its Ambassadors and their families, affording them the pride and joy of owning their own properties. MTC’s Personnel cost vs Revenue ratio is extremely well managed standing at only 14.93% while its Personnel Cost vs Overall Cost ratio stands way below the industry benchmark at only 23.53%.

The company recently introduced the Dreamers Project, assisting 30 of its Ambassadors on an annual basis with a maximum of N$60,000 which they can invest in their dreams, whether that is in a sport or hobby that they enjoy, or starting a small business or giving back to society.

MTC owes its success to the loyal support of all its customers, and vows to continue Making the Connection for many years to come.

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MANUFACTURING

The manufacturing sector is projected to grow by 3.2% in 2023 and 3.9% in 2024. In its March 2023 Economic Outlook Update, the Bank of Namibia (BoN) states, “The projected improvements are expected to be driven by higher growth rates for diamond processing, non-metallic mineral products and textile and wearing apparel.” A better performance is also expected from the beverage sub-sector.

The Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade is responsible for the development and management of Namibia’s economic regulatory regime. The manufacturing sector is guided by the Industrial Policy, while “Growth at Home” is the implementation strategy for industrialisation. Growth at Home focusses on three strategic intervention areas:

• Supporting value addition, upgrading and diversification for sustained growth

• Securing market access at home and abroad

• Improving the investment climate and conditions

The Retail Charter, a project of the Namibia Trade Forum (an agency of the Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade), aims to create a retail environment that will stimulate manufacturing and ensure market access locally and remove structural barriers.

Its aims and objectives include:

• Transforming the retail sector from one that relies predominantly on foreign imports to one that gives preference to local manufactures by promoting the sourcing of locally produced products by retailers

• Supporting local businesses in securing retail space at home, so as to increase the visibility of their products through the promotion, marketing and distribution of such products

Namibia’s small domestic market, the manufacturing industry’s vulnerability to negative impacts from the primary industries and the lack of incentives are among the constraints facing the relatively small manufacturing industry which is largely based on light industry.

Grain mill and other food processing represent 45.6% of the total manufacturing output, followed by beverages (11%), diamond processing (10%) and meat processing (6%). Other major sub-sectors include chemicals and related products, fabricated metals, the beneficiation of basic and non-ferrous metals (mainly copper and zinc), wood and wood products. The sector has, however, become more diversified during the past two decades in sub-sectors such as textiles and clothing, packaging and plastics, cosmetics, cleaning materials and pharmaceutical products.

Situated on the southwestern coast of Africa, Namibian manufacturers have access to a potential export market of over 330 million people in markets of the Southern African Development Community (SADC). A welldeveloped transport infrastructure with four transport corridors links the country to South Africa, southern Angola, Botswana, Zambia, Zimbabwe and the southern Democratic Republic of Congo.

SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONES

The Special Economic Zone (SEZ) policy was approved by the cabinet in August 2022 and the SEZ bill is expected to be tabled in parliament during

the 2023/24 financial year. The act will provide favourable conditions and incentives for manufacturers and exporters.

The policy will replace the Economic Processing Zone regime which failed to attract new investments and create new jobs and to avoid blacklisting by the European Union. Lower corporate tax rates, reduced duties and customs tariffs, a capital deductions allowance and a research and development allowance are among the fiscal incentives for various investment categories in the SEZ policy.

NO SMOOTH RIDE

The Windhoek High Court has ruled that French car manufacturer, PSA Automobiles SA, and the government must resolve a dispute that has arisen amicably, failing which the dispute must be referred for arbitration. The court made the ruling after PSA Automobiles SA turned to the court to sue the Namibian government for N$80 million after the automaker manufactured only 150 vehicles since it was officially opened by President Hage Geingob at Walvis Bay in December 2018. PSA has been unable to export vehicles to Southern African Customs Union (SACU) countries because the government did not seek exemption from normal duties and taxes levied on the export of vehicles from Namibia to other SADC countries.

are held by institutional and individual investors. Heineken also acquired the entire shareholding of Distell Namibia Limited, Distillers Corporation Namibia (Pty) Limited and Namibia Wines and Spirits Limited.

CONSTRUCTION

The construction industry is projected to record growth in 2023, albeit only marginal, for the first time since it went into recession in 2016. The Bank of Namibia (BoN) states in its March 2023 Economic Outlook Update that the industry is projected to grow by 0.8% in 2023 and 1.8% in 2024.

The industry has seen a massive decline in its contribution to the country’s GDP which has shrunk from 7.2% in 2015 to less than 2% in 2022, while the number of people employed by the industry has decreased by 50%. It has for years faced competition from foreign companies that benefit from cheap state-sponsored financing and can consequently submit much lower tender bids. The industry has also been adversely affected by the government’s decreasing development budget over the past few years, while several large private construction projects have been completed.

Namibia strives for industrial growth, market access, and sustainable construction, while achieving milestones in retail transformation and green building practices.

The assembly plant is a joint venture between Peugeot Opel Assembly Namibia, which has a 51% stake, and the government, which owns the remaining 49%. It was set to manufacture 5,000 vehicles per year by 2020 to meet the demand for Opel and Peugeot cars in SACU.

NAMBREW

Dutch beer company Heineken N.V. became the controlling shareholder of Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) after acquiring Ohlthaver & List’s (O&L) 50.01% shareholding in Namibian Breweries Investment Holdings Limited in April 2023. Heineken already owned 49.99% of the shares prior to the acquisition.

Heineken is now the sole shareholder of Namibian Breweries Investment Holdings Limited, which owns 59.4% of the shares in NamBrew on the Namibian Stock Exchange (NSX). The remainder of the shares on the NSX

VITAL CONTACTS

NMA – Namibian Manufacturing Association

The Namibian Manufacturers Association (NMA) is an association not for gain which represents Namibian manufacturers by facilitating a sustainable, competitive and prosperous manufacturing industry for all stakeholders.

P O Box 3325, Windhoek

Old Power Station, Shop no 46, 2nd Floor, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 308 053

Email: nma@nmanamibia.com

The Construction Industries Federation of Namibia (CIF) has been lobbying the government for a Construction Council since 2006, but despite a pledge made by the government at the Namibia Investment Summit in 2019 that such a bill would be tabled in parliament before 28 February 2020, the bill is yet to be tabled. The absence of a statutory council to regulate the industry has resulted in poor workmanship, project delays and the abandonment of incomplete projects.

SIX-STAR RATING

Nedbank Namibia’s headquarters in Windhoek’s central business district has received a six-star rating from the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA), making it the first building in Namibia to receive this certification, as well as “World Leadership Excellence” status in environmentally sustainable building practices.

The building, with its energy-efficient design and energy-saving systems, uses 40% less energy compared to similar buildings. Water usage from the municipal system has been reduced by 20% through water-saving measures and the reuse of greywater.

Namibian Standard Institution (NSI)

P O Box 26364, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 386 400

Email: query@nsi.com.na

www.nsi.com.na

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PRODUCING, PROCESSING, MARKETING

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Walvis Bay Salt, a subsidiary of the Bud Group, is a proudly Namibian operation and the largest producer of solar sea salt in sub-Saharan Africa.

Our location on the west coast of Africa is strategically placed to distribute salt in various grades and pack sizes either by ship or road to a range of international markets.

technology and human capacity ensure the ability to exceed ever – changing market demands.

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Proud to be the Oldest Paint Manufacturer in Namibia

Grateful for the past, excited for the future

Specialised garments, footwear and leather products

Doing what matters locally drives our global ambition for Namibia

In a world where safety, professionalism and unity are paramount, August Twenty Six Manufacturing plays a crucial role. From personal protective wear and corporate attire to uniforms and shoes, our products serve a diverse range of industries and purposes.

August Twenty Six Manufacturing (Pty) Ltd is a wholly-owned subsidiary of August 26 Holding Company (Pty) Ltd, established in March 2020 to engage and play a significant role in the manufacturing of various garment and footwear products. The company has two factories: one in Windhoek which specialises in garments and textiles, and another in Okahandja which focuses on footwear and leather products.

Whether it be flame-resistant overalls for industrial workers, high-visibility vests for construction workers, or chemical-resistant gloves for laboratory personnel, August 26 Manufacturing prioritises functionality without compromising safety and comfort. By providing reliable and durable protective wear, we safeguard lives and promote a culture of safety across various industries. Boots, helmets, overalls and gloves are some of the PPE equipment we supply at August Twenty Six Manufacturing.

August 26 Manufacturing recognises that image and professionalism play a

vital role in enhancing brand identity in the corporate world. We therefore put a premium on creating tailored corporate wear that truly reflects a company's brand identity while ensuring comfort and style. From branded shirts and T-shirts to jerseys and trousers, we combine great quality fabrics, meticulous craftsmanship and contemporary designs.

Uniformity has long been a symbol of unity and equality across industries in Namibia. We at August 26 Manufacturing take pride in contributing to this tradition by producing high-quality uniforms that foster a sense of belonging, promote equality and encourage discipline among staff members as well as students. Tracksuits, security uniforms and school uniforms are just some of the items we supply. Some of our other services include cut, make and trim (CMT), textile printing, embroidery printing, as well as designing.

August 26 Manufacturing is at the forefront of creating products that serve specific needs, ensuring safety, professionalism and unity. Our values are integrity, customer centricity, innovation, safety and teamwork which empowers organisations as well as individuals to thrive in their respective fields. By fostering unity and promoting equality, we contribute to the success and well-being of various industries and communities in Namibia.

Our vision is “to be a leading partner of choice and preferred manufacturer by 2025, and together with our stakeholders contribute to Namibia’s industrialisation.”

Our mission is “to manufacture, supply and provide innovative products and services of superior quality to the public and private customers nationwide in an efficient and sustainable manner.”

August Twenty Six Manufacturing (Pty) Ltd

13 Gold Street, Prosperita, Windhoek Public Relations, Marketing and Sales

Tel: +264 61 415 600

Email: info@a26man.com.na

www.a26man.com.na

Namibia

MINING AND ENERGY

The Bank of Namibia (BoN) has projected that the mining and quarrying sector will expand by 6.9% in 2023 following the sector’s robust growth of 19.7% as a result of higher diamond production in 2022. Growth for 2024 is projected to slow down to 2.7%.

The diamond mining sector is expected to grow by 8.2% in 2023 following growth of 38.3% in 2022 which was largely the result of the production of the MV Benguela Gem mining vessel from the second quarter of 2022 and the treatment of higher-grade ore at Namdeb’s land-based operations.

Debmarine Namibia’s production increased by 52% from 1.137 million carats in 2021 to 1.725 million carats in 2022. The MV Benguela Gem recovered 480,000 carats of diamonds, or 28% of Debmarine’s total production for 2022. Its production for 2023 is projected at 281,000 carats. The production of Namdeb’s land operations increased by 25% from 330,000 carats in 2021 to 412,000 carats in 2022.

URANIUM

Interruptions of the desalinated water supply to the uranium mines caused by the sporadic high sulphur content of the seawater continued to affect the operation of the mines negatively during 2022. The uranium mining sector is, however, projected to grow by 4.5% in 2023 after contracting by 2.5% in 2022.

Paladin Energy is to restart its Langer Heinrich mine, which was placed on care and maintenance in June 2018 due to the low uranium price, and production is projected to restart in the first quarter of 2024. An increase in the spot price of uranium oxide to between US$65 and US$70 per pound could incentivise the reopening of the Trekkopje mine, which has been under care and maintenance since 2012. Several uranium projects, which were halted due to the fall of uranium prices between 2011 and 2019, could also resume exploration and feasibility studies.

METAL ORES

The metal ores sub-sector is projected to grow by 5.3% in 2023 and 5.4% in 2024 following a contraction of 1.4% in 2022.

In January 2023, Canadian mining company Osino Resources received an environmental clearance certificate, subject to meeting certain conditions, for its Twin Hills gold project. The Twin Hills ore body, which was discovered in August 2019, has proven reserves of 2.15 million ounces. The mine, which has a 13-year life of mine, could go into production towards the end of 2025 or early 2026.

B2Gold Namibia has announced that it would commence with the implementation of its phased mine closure plan at the Otjikoto mine during the first quarter of 2024, due to limited gold deposits in its open-pit mine. The company said the pit would likely reach the end of its life in 2024 and openpit mining would ramp down to 50% capacity. The processing and milling of low-grade stockpiles would continue until approximately 2031, provided it is economically viable. The Wolfshag underground mine, adjacent to the openpit mine, is projected to produce 210,000 ounces from 2022 to 2025.

Gold production increased by 60% from 1,502 kg in 2021 to 2,411 kg in 2022 at QKR’s Navachab mine, southwest of Karibib. Production is projected to increase to over 4,800 kg in 2024.

Canadian copper producer Trigon Metals has recommenced mining at its Kombat copper project after operations were suspended in August 2021. The company expects production to reach levels of of 4.4 million pounds by the end of March 2024 and 6.8 million pounds in the first year of production.

Debmarine

SEARCH FOR LITHIUM

With the growing demand for lithium ion batteries, exploration for lithium and other rare earth minerals in Namibia is set to accelerate in the next few years.

Lithium, tin and tantalum mining company Andrada Mining (formerly AfriTin Mining) produced its first bulk lithium concentrate from its Nai-Nais mine, east of Uis, in May 2023. The construction of the company’s on-site lithium pilot plant, which will accelerate bulk pilot testing and increase pilot production of lithium concentrate, was scheduled to be commissioned in July 2023. The minimum annual targeted production of the pilot plant is 2,400 tonnes with a maximum target of 10,000 tonnes.

Lepidico Chemicals Namibia is continuing with the redevelopment of the open-pit Rubicon and Helikon mines at its Karibib project 30 km southeast of Karibib. In another recent development, Osino Resources announced a new lithium discovery at its Omaruru lithium project.

FRASER INSTITUTE INDEX

Namibia improved its ranking on the overall Investment Attractiveness Index (IAI) of the 2022 Fraser Institute Survey of Mining Companies by 7 points from 2021 to 2022. The increase on Namibia’s absolute IAI score has been ascribed to an improvement on the Best Practices Mineral Potential Index, which increased by 12 points from 37th in 2021 to 53th in 2022.

The country ranked 38th out of 62 jurisdictions surveyed, compared to 59th out of 84 jurisdictions surveyed in 2021. Namibia ranked 6th out of 16 African jurisdictions surveyed on overall investment attractiveness. The country’s absolute score for policy performance fell by six points from 75 in 2021 to 69 in 2022.

ENERGY

Namibia continues to import between 60% and 70% on its electricity requirements from Zambia, South Africa and Zimbabwe. However, the country’s electricity utility has made great strides in the generation of renewable energy with independent power producers now generating 9% of Nampower’s total electricity output.

VITAL CONTACTS

The Chamber of Mines Namibia

P O Box 2895, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 237 925

Email: info@chamberofmines.org. na www.chamberofmines.org.na

CREE- Centre for Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency

Private Bag 13388, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 207 2154

Email: nei@nust.na www.nei.nust.na

Diamond Board of Namibia

Private Bag 13927, Windhoek +264 61 284 8249 www.diamondsnamibia.com

ECB - Electricity Control Board

P O Box 2923, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 374 300

Email: info@ecb.org.na www.ecb.org.na

Mineral Development Fund of Namibia

Private Bag 13297, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 284 8263 / 380 www.mme.gov.na

Namibia Uranium Association

P O Box 2747, Swakopmund

Tel: +264 64 402 393

Email: info@namibianuranium.org www.namibianuranium.org

NDTC- Namibia Diamond Trading Company

P O Box 23316, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 204 3222 www.ndtc.com.na

Namibia Meteorological Services

Private Bag 13224, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 287 7001

Email: namibiaweather@gmail. com

www.meteona.com

Nampower inaugurated its first fully-owned and operated solar voltaic power plant, the 20MW Omburu plant, in June 2022. Two other planned renewable energy projects will also be owned and operated by Nampower: the 58MW Omburu battery storage system and the 40MW Otjikoto biomass project. The 20MW Khan solar photovoltaic project and the 50MW Lüderitz wind power project will be developed by independent power producers.

THE SEARCH FOR “BLACK GOLD”

TotalEnergies and Shell have expanded their search for offshore oil in the Orange Basin following the discovery of several light oil and associated gas fields in the basin in 2022 and 2023.

TotalEnergies has announced that it would use half of its US$500 million (N$5 billion) global exploration budget for 2023 on appraising its Venus discovery. The company will also start a multi-drilling exploration and appraisal programme in mid-2023.

In March 2023, Shell announced a new discovery of light oil in a deep-water exploration well, Jonker-1X, following the Graff-1 discovery in February 2022 and the La Rona-1 discovery in April 2022. The company plans to drill up to ten more exploration and appraisal wells.

The discoveries could potentially deliver about 6.5 billion barrels of oil and earn the government about a N$60 billion in royalties and taxes. However, analysts have cautioned that production could take between six and eight years if the finds are economically viable.

GREEN HYDROGEN

The Feasibility and Implementation Agreement (FIA) between the Namibian government and Hyphen Hydrogen Energy for the planned N$170-billion green hydrogen project was signed on 26 May 2023.

The government announced in June 2023 that it would acquire a 24% stake in the project at historical cost through SDG Namibia One Fund, a newly established sovereign wealth fund. Namibia’s Green Hydrogen Commissioner, James Mnyupe, said the fund would secure €40 million (N$800 million) to acquire the shares and for various other projects through Dutch company Invest International.

RERA - Regional Electricity Regulators Association of Southern Africa

P O Box 2302, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 221 720

Email: secretariat@rerasadc.com

Women in Mining Association

Namibia

P O Box 2895, Windhoek

Tel: +264 81 237 8514

MINING AND ENERGY AT A GLANCE

• Minerals: more than 100, including diamonds, uranium, lead, zinc, marble, lithium and gemstones

• Number of mines: 25 plus numerous small-scale operations

• Contribution of mining to GDP: 12.5% (2022)

• Number of people directly employed by mining industry: 16,147 (2022)

• Energy: the Ruacana hydroelectric plant on the Kunene River has an installed capacity of 347KW

Namdeb

Good Today. Better Tomorrow.

A BRIGHTER FUTURE AWAITS

Namdeb's commitments are centered on promoting sustainability for communities impacted by its operations. Aligned to demonstrating the good that diamonds do, Namdeb is proud to outline how the business continues to build onto sustainable practices that ensure a better tomorrow for the generations to come.

PROTECTING THE NATURAL WORLD

Namdeb's operations are located within the Tsau //Kaeb (Sperrgebiet) National Park, adjacent to the Orange River and Namibian Islands’ Marine Protected Area. Namdeb's comprehensive rehabilitation programme addresses the legacy of over 100 years of mining in the Tsau //Kaeb (Sperrgebiet) National Park and the company prides itself with a rehabilitation plan aligned with the park's Land Use Plan. This plan provides for rehabilitation of areas that are mining, nature as well as conservation based. Namdeb caters for concurrent rehabilitation and continues the focus on various conservation and monitoring as well as historical ecological programmes, which help to minimise the potential negative impact on the environment in which it operates. Namdeb's environmental management plans align to the global call for action centered on reducing environmental impacts that support decarbonisation with a sustainability focus at the core. These plans further include the mitigation of climate change by advocating responsible water management practices across the operations contributing towards the efforts of becoming carbon-neutral by 2030.

Namdeb also spearheads an ecological restoration programme for the endangered Juttadinteria albata (a succulent endemic to the area) and other red-listed species. Implementation of the programme is contingent on the concurrent rehabilitation that is integrated into the mine plan and involves the concurrent biophysical rehabilitation, backfilling and landscaping of mined areas. The restoration process involves seed collection through an established on-site nursery, germination and revegetation of the landscaped areas.

Furthermore, Namdeb has taken another meaningful step to become

more eco-conscious by identifying alternative ways to deal with other environmental facets such as the human-wildlife conflict observed in the area. The mine's location in the national park means that animals, particularly baboons, make it very difficult to maintain reasonable survival rates of the plants to finally restore the area to what it had once been. The company also conducts sandy-beach and rocky-shore marine monitoring to assess the impact of mining on our coast by specifically looking at wave action and beach profiling and the potential impact on the species abundance of microfauna. Moreover, brown hyena monitoring is conducted to assess behavioural patterns and if they are impacted by mining, which supports Namdeb's conservation ambitions.

In driving the journey to carbon neutrality, Namdeb has invested in identifying alternative green fuel solutions such as wind and solar power as part of reducing the carbon emissions within its operations. As such, a site approximately 45 km north of Oranjemund within its Southern Coastal Mines (Mining License 43) has been earmarked for a 34-megawatt wind energy facility (WEF) with the capacity to replace up to 50% of the current high- carbon electricity footprint with renewable wind energy.

ACCELERATING EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Through a dedicated focus of accelerating equal opportunities, Namdeb is committed to fostering skills fit for the future on a national and global scale. Interventions such as workplace learner development programmes support the growth of professionals through the exposure that Namdeb provides in regards to industry-related experience. The recently awarded bursaries to Namibian females studying in the postgraduate renewable energy space support the company's efforts of protecting the natural world as well as creating an inclusive work environment. Furthermore, these types of funded developmental opportunities are not only aligned to the business needs, but sit at the core of driving human capital development.

Namdeb continues to promote ED&I (Equity Diversity & Inclusion) internally and externally. This contributes to addressing aspects related to driving affirmative action objectives and promoting a psychologically safe environment. Programmes that create awareness about bullying and harassment, sexual harassment, unconscious bias, victimisation as well as domestic violence form part of the key interventions. It is in this regard that the business dedicates a proportion of its sponsorships towards charities and organisations centered on youth empowerment as well as differently abled persons.

Another key development related to ED&I and ensuring a psychologically safe environment pertains to the development of a framework in 2023 that supports Namdeb's GBV multi-disciplinary approach. The approach is centered on creating awareness and collaborating with various stakeholders in relation to responding, protecting and preventing GBV, particularly in the Oranjemund community.

A SUSTAINABLE ORANJEMUND

Namdeb's life-of-mine extension to 2042 not only ensures a brighter future for Namdeb but also provides opportunities that enhance investor confidence which positively impacts the socio-economic development of Oranjemund and surrounding communities in the ||Karas region.

The town transformation strategy of Oranjemund was formulated as a result of collaboration with the Oranjemund Town Council and the wider community of the town. The strategy and plan aims to normalise Oranjemund from a Namdeb-owned-managed town which is dependent on mining to a normal, self-sustaining town with a diversified economy.

The Town Transformation strategy has three focus areas: Transfer - the transfer of the municipal services and infrastructure to the Oranjemund Town Council (OTC) and normalising private property ownership; transition - normalising healthcare and education in town; Transform - enabling economic diversification of the economy of the town to become sustainable beyond mining. The strategy has to date resulted in the OTC taking over the ownership, management and responsibilities of all municipal infrastructure and services in the town, enabled the sale of residential properties to private individuals and led to the establishment of a public primary and a public secondary school through collaboration between Namdeb and the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture.

The town transformation: strategy also further provided for the establishment of the OMDis Town Transfer Agency (OMDis) and the OMD 2030 community

organisation. Both companies are registered as Section 21 companies (notfor-profit), operate independently from each other and were established to drive the strategy in collaboration with the OTC and Namdeb. In addition, OMDis and OMD 2030 are governed by their own independent boards but are currently still financially reliant on Namdeb.

A PROSPEROUS NAMIBIA

Since its inception in 1994, Namdeb has lived up to the notion “On Diamonds We Build” and continues to be one of the most significant role players contributing positively to Namibia's fiscus status. The longterm business plan has the potential of creating approximately 600 jobs for the required production activities. In addition, the long-term plan expects capital investment of approximately N$1.2 billion in two years with N$3.037 billion in 10 years. To date, some of the direct benefits gained from the mine extension include the creation of approximately 480 jobs for both Namdeb employees and contractors, translating into tax benefits for the country. Namdeb has also contributed to the local procurement of approximately N$3.1 billion in 2022 as a direct result of the life-of-mine extension, and a total of N$17.1 billion since 2014.

NAMDEB

Shangelao Ndadi

Brand Manager

Tel: +264 61 204 3327

Email: Shangelao.ndadi@namdeb.com

www.namdeb.com

LIGHTING THE WAY EVERY DAY

MANDATE

Where does the power to grow a nation come from? For us, ensuring security of electricity supply for all Namibians is more than a job –it’s lights that brighten the future of the next generation, heat that keeps families warm, and power that keeps the wheels of our economy turning.

Through strong values, good governance, and sound investments, we continue to enable Namibians to make their own impact in this country’s great story.

We are dedicated to ensuring your life is lit every step of the way.

To generate, transmit, supply and trade electricity, including the importing and exporting of electricity.

VISION

To be the leading electricity solutions provider of choice in SADC.

MISSION

To provide innovative electricity solutions, in an evolving market, which satisfy the needs of our customers, fulfil the aspirations of our staff and the expectations of ouar stakeholders in a competitive, sustainable and environmentally friendly manner.

TRANSMISSION PROJECTS

NamPower has in place a Transmission Master Plan that provides for large transmission backbone developments across the country. The Transmission Master Plan is updated on an annual basis to ensure that the company maintains pace with the evolving electricity needs of the country. The plan involves the construction of new transmission lines, new substations and the upgrading of existing transmission infrastructure. New infrastructure is required due to existing internal supply limitations, to provide for future load growth, the integration of upcoming generation plants, and possible wheeling of electric power through the transmission grid to the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) region.

Below are some major projects from the Transmission Master Plan, which are either under construction, bidding process or in planning phases:

PROJECT NAME:

AUAS–GERUS 400 KV TRANSMISSION LINE PROJECT

The Auas–Gerus 400 kV transmission line project forms part of the Transmission Master Plan 400 kV development which is currently under implementation to ensure security of power supply for Namibia. The Auas–Gerus 400 kV line project will support the Auas-Van Eck-Omburu 220 kV network (providing for contingencies, benefit of improved losses and improved network stability) and strengthen the network to Gerus Substation. This will enable NamPower to accommodate increased electricity transfer and wheeling via the Gerus- Zambezi High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) link.

This project comprises of a 290 km transmission line from Auas Substation near Windhoek to Gerus Substation near Otjiwarongo and associated works required at both substations to integrate the line into NamPower’s existing network. The project commenced in May 2021 and the new line is planned to be commissioned in July 2023.

PROJECT NAME:

AUAS–KOKERBOOM 400 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

The Auas–Kokerboom 400 kV transmission line and associated feeder bay project forms part of the Transmission Master Plan 400 kV development. The project comprises a 500 km transmission line from Auas Substation near Windhoek to Kokerboom Substation near Keetmanshoop and associated works required at both substations to integrate the line into the NamPower network.

PROJECT NAME:

330 (400) KV KUNENE AND OMATANDO SUBSTATION PROJECTS

The 400 kV line from the Kunene Substation site to the 400 kV Omatando Substation site has been completed. Two substations have been built at each end of the line, one at Kunene near Ruacana and another one at Omatando near Ongwediva, for this line to commercially operate. This development planned to be commissioned in August 2023.

PROJECT NAME:

OBIB–ORANJEMOND 400 KV TRANSMISSION LINE

A 400 kV transmission line will be constructed from Oranjemond Substation in South Africa to Obib Substation near Rosh Pinah. This project will improve the reliability of the existing transmission interconnection between Namibia and South Africa, allow for increased power trading with South Africa’s Eskom, and improve the utilisation of the NamPower network for trading or wheeling of power between Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) member utilities.

PROJECT NAME:

132/66/33 KV SEKELDUIN SUBSTATION PROJECT

The Sekelduin Substation project is a new 132/66/33 kV indoor substation in the vicinity of Swakopmund. The substation will become the main transmission supply to the Swakopmund and Tamarisk substations, NamWater’s water supply scheme to Husab Uranium Mine and the Erongo RED 33 kV network. The Sekelduin Substation will be supplied with two 132 kV overhead lines from the Kuiseb Substation.

The construction of the substation will allow for all high voltage equipment to be housed indoors in a purpose-suited building to protect it against the highly corrosive coastal and desert environment. The high voltage equipment that will be installed are compact gasinsulated mixed technology switchgear (MTS) for the 132 kV and 66 kV switching systems, as well as gas-insulated metal-enclosed switchgear (MES) for the 33 kV switching system.This development is planned to be commissioned in March 2024.

PROJECT NAME:

220/132 KV MASIVI AND 132/66/33 KV SHIYAMBI SUBSTATIONS

Electricity demand in the Kavango area has surpassed the capability of the existing transmission infrastructure, hence these two projects to address the situation. The new 132 kV line between Masivi and Shiyambi substations, as well as parts of the 132/33 kV Shiyambi Substation, have been completed. Work on the substations commenced in May 2021 and completion is planned at the end of 2024

GENERATION PROJECTS

50 MW

Lüderitz Wind Power Project

APPROXIMATELY 20 KM SOUTH OF LÜDERITZ

NamPower has awarded the bid for the development of a 50MW Wind IPP Power Plant to the China Energy International Group –Riminii Investments Joint Venture (now known as CERIM Lüderitz Energy (Pty) Ltd) on 3 January 2023. following an open, transparent and competitive bidding process.

The project will contribute towards reducing the overall NamPower tariff to the customer by introducing an affordable “new build” renewable energy to the Namibian grid; support the renewable commitments prescribed in the Renewable Energy Policy and National Energy Policy; provide renewable energy outside of the typical Solar PV dispatch profile, especially in the evening peaks (the wind resource profile supports evening peaks); pool in private sector investment in the Electricity Supply Industry.

Target commercial operation date for the power plant is scheduled for 2025.

40 MW

Otjikoto Biomass Power Project

APPROXIMATELY 15 KM WEST OF TSUMEB

The project entails the development of a 40MWe Biomass Power Station utilizing encroacher bush biomass woodchips as the fuel source. Bush encroachment in Namibia currently affects 26 million hectares of potential agricultural land for livestock and food production.

As a potential project of national importance, the power station will not only assist NamPower to strengthen its domestic local generation mix with a fully dispatchable energy source (which could provide baseload energy), but also benefit the greater Namibian economy with its significant macro- and microeconomic benefits from the value addition of harvesting encroacher bush as a local fuel source.

Project completion date for the power station is planned for 2026.

58 MW

Omburu Bess Project

OMBURU SUBSTATION, 12 KM SOUTH-EAST OF OMARURU

The project entails a stand-alone grid connected 50MW (minimum 50MWh) Battery Energy Storage System implemented at the Omburu Substation. This project will be grant funded (€20 million) by the KfW Development Bank and approximately N$ 100 million funded by NamPower for Transmission integration, local taxes and import duties.

The project will provide various grid stability services and will enable the grid to integrate additional intermittent renewable energy generation capacities, whilst ensuring security of supply.

Project completion for the power plant is planned for 2025.

70 MW Rosh Pinah Solar PV Project

33 KM NORTH-WEST OF THE MINING TOWN OF ROSH PINAH

This project replaces the 40 MW Rosh Pinah Wind Project, which has been discontinued because the wind resource at the Rosh Pinah site is lower than anticipated.

The Rosh Pinah 70MW PV Project will reduce the overall NamPower tariff to the end-customer by introducing an affordable “new-build” renewable energy to the Namibian grid; address and supporting the renewable energy commitments prescribed in the Renewable Energy Policy and National Energy Policy; Include the possibility for future addition of a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), once the market prices for BESS have reduced to an acceptable entry point; and be implemented to be battery energy storage ready.

The project completion is planned for 2025.

NamPower Corporate Communication and Marketing

Tel: 061-205 4111

Email: register@nampower.com.na

www.nampower.com.na

Excel Dynamic Solutions (Pty) Ltd

Excel Dynamic Solutions (Pty) Ltd (EDS) is an independent, diverse, award-winning consulting firm specializing in natural resource discovery and management, project management, data technology and analytics, and business reengineering. The EDS team consists of geoscientists, environmentalists, business engineers, data scientists, technologists, and project managers. EDS services include but are not limited to:

GEOLOGY, GEOTECHNICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

For a variety of clients ranging from mineral rights owners, construction & engineering companies, and parastatals to large corporations, EDS utilizes its professionals' experience & knowledge to provide environmentally responsible solutions to compliance, geological and engineering concerns.

BIG DATA ANALYSIS, MANAGEMENT, MODELING, & GIS

In order to responsibly manage data, formal concepts, principles, and techniques must be applied, regardless of whether it is used or created. With a high-quality data resource, it is possible to analyze historical trends and patterns, perform current business operations and make operational decisions, and evaluate future business options and opportunities.

WATER & ENERGY CONSULTING

EDS provides custom-engineered solutions for water and energy management. Through the technology behind water and energy management solutions that EDS has engineered over the years, the set-up and configurations are flexible, efficient, and affordable.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

EDS offers innovative and strategic project management services and is able to deliver projects and programs on time without disrupting business

operations. The EDS team coordinates project planning in accordance with the PMBOK standards in collaboration with the client and all other stakeholders. Every project undergoes this process. As part of their Project Management services, EDS can also assist clients in generating new projects and prospects.

RESEARCH & TRAINING

EDS offers customized GIS, Remote Sensing, emerging technologies, and data management training programs built on outcome-driven or standardbased research. Individuals and organizations can make calls throughout the year. Training is provided on all EDS services, as well as third-party software and custom software developed for clients.

BUSINESS REENGINEERING SERVICES

EDS consultants assist business leaders in quickly determining the improvement potential for the business. They help establish targets, and a plan to deliver them that is owned by various managers. EDS approach helps clients to determine the improvement potential – the ‘dollar size of the prize’; what levers to pull to deliver that improvement; the order in which these levers should be pulled (prioritization); the approach to use for each and the resources required to deliver them in a particular timeframe.

EDS is on a mission to help transform Africa by providing well-packaged professional consulting services and products needed for continental growth and development while ensuring internationally acceptable standards. EDS vision is to be a high-performance multi-disciplinary scientific and technology-driven consulting company in Africa. EDS is guided by four (4) core values of Growth Mindset, Quality Service, Accountability and Integrity, and Community Impact. EDS has footprints in about 5 countries in Africa.

5th Floor, Maerua Mall, Office Block B, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 259 530

Cell: +264 81 152 4420

Email: info@edsnamibia.com

ENERGY IS AT THE CORE OF EVERYTHING WE DO

From upstream to downstream and ever y oil and gas func tion in between, we provide local on-the - ground k nowledge and exper tise for international par tners such as TotalEnergies and Shell

Now, as we expand into a greener future, we will transform into an energy company which thinks beyond oil and gas to become a world- class NOC that delivers value to ever y stakeholder.

Throughout it all, we will remain Namibian to the core.

OSHAKATI PREMIER ELECTRIC

EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT

Executive Manager: Technical Services

Executive Manager: Technical Services

CORE BUSINESS

Bennodictus Sheehama

Executive Manager: Finance and Corporate Services

Executive Manager: Finance and Corporate Services

Oshakati Premier Electric (Pty) Ltd (OPE) is an industry-leading distribution and supply company operating within the borders of Oshakati, Namibia. The mandate of OPE is to conduct the business of distribution and supply of electricity, electrical engneering services and other related activities throughout Oshakati. In support, the company tends to operations and ensures maintenance, upgrading and expansion of the electrical system towards a sustainable dependable power supply. In addition, OPE instals, maintains and operate the street lighting and traffic lighting installations in town to ensure improved safety and security.

Oshakati Premier Electric (Pty) Ltd (OPE) is an industry-leading distribution and supply company operating within the borders of Oshakati, Namibia. The mandate of OPE is to conduct the business of distribution and supply of electricity, electrical engneering services and other related activities throughout Oshakati. In support, the company tends to operations and ensures maintenance, upgrading and expansion of the electrical system towards a sustainable dependable power supply. In addition, OPE instals, maintains and operate the street lighting and traffic lighting installations in town to ensure improved safety and security.

Our mission , through effective and efficient service, is to provide our community with affordable and reliable electricity, with the purpose to exceed our stakeholders’ expectations, care for our employees, ensure innovation, diversify our growth and expand our markerts, thereby becoming the preferred electrical services provider in all the areas where we operate.

Our mission , through effective and efficient service, is to provide our community with affordable and reliable electricity, with the purpose to exceed our stakeholders’ expectations, care for our employees, ensure innovation, diversify our growth and expand our markerts, thereby becoming the preferred electrical services provider in all the areas where we operate.

Due to a changing electricity supply environment, OPE is committed to realising alternative generation solutions based on renewable energy technologies and is already in advanced stages of implemeting a 5 MWac Solar PV generation installation.

Due to a changing electricity supply environment, OPE is committed to realising alternative generation solutions based on renewable energy technologies and is already in advanced stages of implemeting a 5 MWac Solar PV generation installation.

Contact us:

Leon P Hanekom

Nelson T Sheya Chief Executive Officer

Leon P Hanekom

Nelson T Sheya Chief Executive Officer

Bennodictus Sheehama

Leon

Nelson T Sheya

Bennodictus Sheehama

TOURISM

Namibia’s diversity of ancient landscapes and unique natural phenomena, ranging from the world’s oldest desert and the wetlands and lush woodlands of the Zambezi Region to desert-dwelling black rhino and lions, offers visitors an unrivalled experience. Add to this the best road network in Africa and a well-developed tourism infrastructure and it’s easy to understand why the country is one of the top tourist destinations in Africa.

Namibia’s tourism industry is expected to continue its recovery to pre-pandemic levels in 2023 following the devastating effect of the COVID-19 pandemic. Tourist arrivals increased from an all-time low of 169,565 in 2020 to 232,756 in 2021 and were projected to increase by 4.6% to 243,466 in 2022.

The tourism industry still has a long way to go to return to the pre-pandemic peak of 1,595,973 tourist arrivals in 2019, but occupancy figures for the first four months of 2023 have been encouraging. Room occupancy stood at 51.8% in April 2023, compared to 36.5% in the corresponding month of 2022, but declined marginally to 50.8% in May. Bed occupancy increased from 39,524 in March 2023 in to 44,482 in April 2023. Tourist arrivals are expected to increase further during the traditional peak tourist season between May and September.

Namibia’s main tourist source markets (Germany, Austria and Switzerland) accounted for 31% of visitors, an increase which has partly been attributed to

the availability of ten direct flights a week between Frankfurt and Windhoek. Local tourists accounted for 18.6% of travellers followed by South Africans (8.3%) and visitors from France (6.8%).

The industry could experience an increase in international arrivals following the depreciation of the Namibian dollar against the US dollar and the Euro which makes travelling cheaper and gives foreign tourists more spending power. The number of domestic travellers is, however, expected to decrease as higher inflation and several successive interest rate hikes bite deeper into the pockets of Namibians.

TOURISM SATELLITE ACCOUNT

The 6th edition of the Tourism Satellite Account (TSA) was launched in Windhoek in May 2022. The TSA provides data on, amongst others, travel and tourism’s economic impact, as well as its contribution to the GDP, employment and capital investment in the industry.

The project was spearheaded by the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT), with the support of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) and UN Namibia.

ETOSHA ROAD UPGRADES

The MEFT has spent about N$136 million on the upgrading and regravelling of the road network in Namibia’s flagship conservation area, Etosha National Park, between February 2019 and May 2023. In addition to the upgrading and regravelling of 195 km of the worst sections in the west of the park, the ministry also undertook road maintenance work on 74 km of the roads in the central and eastern sections of the park. An amount of N$12.3 million has been budgeted for the upgrading of tourist roads during the 2023/24 financial year.

TOURISM CONCESSIONS

The MEFT will earn N$73.5 million in concession fees over a period of 12 years after awarding concessions in the Namib-Naukluft Park to three operators. The concessions were awarded for guided 4x4 tours from Lüderitz to Walvis Bay and Walvis Bay to Meob Bay, from Lüderitz to Walvis Bay and Lüderitz to Saddle Hill, as well as from Solitaire to Conception Bay and from Walvis Bay to Conception Bay.

tourism attraction. The concessionaire will offer various activities such as paragliding, dune climbing and stargazing at Dune 7. In addition, the company plans to develop a restaurant, bar, swimming pool and ten luxury chalets. It also has the optional right to erect and operate a tethered hotair balloon.

NATIONAL TOURISM RECOVERY PLAN

One of the MEFT’s priorities for the 2023/24 financial year is the implementation of the National Tourism Sector Recovery Plan for 2022-2024 to coordinate the sector’s revival from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Strategic interventions include policy revisions, online marketing campaigns to promote the country as a tourist destination, improving accessibility and connectivity and attracting new tourist markets.

Namibia's tourism industry rebounds, set to reach prepandemic levels in 2023, with tourist arrivals increasing and occupancy figures on the rise.

The ministry has also awarded a concession for Dune 7 near Walvis Bay to a private operator, following criticism about the state of the popular

PASSENGER VESSEL ARRIVALS BOOST

The ports of Walvis Bay and Lüderitz have seen a drastic increase in the number of cruise liners and passenger vessels since the first passenger vessel docked in the Walvis Bay harbour in November 2021, following the imposition of COVID-19 restrictions in 2020. The number of vessels increased from seven in Namport’s 2021/22 financial year (1 April to 31 March) to 52 in 2022/23. The increased passenger volumes have provided a welcome boost to the tourism industry in the towns of Lüderitz, Walvis Bay and Swakopmund.

TOURISM AT A GLANCE

• Namibia is one of the top tourist destinations in Africa

• The tourism sector contributes 3.2% to Namibia’s GDP

• The 41,000 people employed in the sector represent 5.3% of the country’s workforce

• Tourism is one of the country’s largest sources of foreign exchange

• Nearly 46% of the country’s land surface enjoys conservation protection

• Namibia has two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Twyfelfontein and the Namib Sand and Sea

CARAN - Car Rental Association of Namibia

P O Box 80368, Windhoek

Tel: +264 81 417 3797

Email: info@caran.com.na www.caran.com.na

Directorate of Parks and Wildlife Management

Private Bag 13306, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 282 4211 www.met.gov.na

EIF - Environmental Investment Fund Namibia

P O Box 28157, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 431 7700

Email: info@eifnamibia.org.na www.eif.org.na

FENATA - Federation of Namibian Tourism Associations

P O Box 86495, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 230 337

Email: welcome@fenata.org www.fenata.org

Chairman: Martin Webb-Bowen (TASA - Ultimate Safaris)

Email: martin@ultimatesafaris.na

Vice Chairman: Kenneth Kapitako Nependa

(ETEA - Sandwich Dune Tours & Safaris)

Email: kenneth@sandwichdunetours.com.na

Secretary: Janet Wilson Moore

(HAN – Gondwana Collection Namibia/ Hospitality)

Janet Wilson-Moore

Email: janet.wilson-moore@gcnam.com

Treasurer: Howard Sievertsen (CARAN - Namibia Car Rentals )

Email: howard@namibiacarrental.com

HAN - Hospitality Association of Namibia

P O Box 86078, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 222 904

Email: info@hannamibia.com www.hannamibia.com

NACOBTA - Namibia Community Based Tourism

P O Box 86099, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 221 918

Email: office@nacobta.com.na

NCE - Namibia Chamber of Environment

P O Box 40723, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 240 140

Cell: +264 81 162 5807

Email: info@n-c-e.org www.n-c-e.org

NAPHA - Namibia Professional Hunting Association

P O Box 11291, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 234 455

Email: info@napha.com.na www.napha-namibia.com

Namibia Wildlife Resorts

Private Bag 13378, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 285 7111

Email: www.nwr.com.na

Windhoek Reservations Office

Tel: +264 61 285 7200

Email: reservations@nwr.com.na

MICE - Meetings Incentive Conferences and Events & Tour Planning

Tel: +264 61 285 7108 / 67 / 69 / 88

Email: mice@nwr.com.na

Ministry of Environment and Tourism: Directorate of Environmental Affairs

Private Bag 13306, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 254 2840 www.met.gov.na

TASA - The Tour And Safari Association

P O Box 11534, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 238 423

Email: info@tasa.na www.tasa.na

For Namibia to be a world-renowned destination and become the leader in tourism growth and GDP contribution in Africa.

To market and develop tourism to and within Namibia that exceeds our visitors experience expectations, delivers value to our stakeholders, improves the living standard and sustain the cultural values and way of life of our people and enables broad base participation of Namibians in the tourism industry.

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• Ensure that services rendered and facilities provided to tourists comply with the prescribed standards.

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NAMIBIA’S UNVEILED TRAVEL GEMS

NAVIGATING THE EVOLUTION OF NWR

Namibia saw a remarkable 98.1% increase in international tourist arrivals in 2022 as the number of visitors soared from 232,756 in 2021 to 461,027 in 2022. This showcases a 28.9% recovery from the 2019 levels.

Namibia’s National Development Plan 5 (NDP 5) has singled out the Tourism Industry as a vital contributor to the nation’s economic upswing. At the forefront of this endeavour stands Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR), the premier state-owned tourism enterprise, pivotal in driving these nationwide aspirations.

Enshrined by the Namibia Wildlife Resorts Company Act (Act 3 of 1998), NWR is a legal entity born of parliamentary enactment. Tasked with overseeing tourism and hospitality services across Namibia’s protected areas and national parks, NWR’s transformative journey culminated on December 16, 2019, with its reclassification as a commercial State-Owned Enterprise as per the Public Enterprises Governance Act, 2019 (Act No. 1 of 2019).

Pre-independence, the stewardship of protected area resorts was vested in the Department of Nature Conservation, which segued into post-independence management by the Ministry of Environment and Tourism, specifically under the Directorate of Tourism. The genesis of NWR as a public enterprise in 1998 heralded a seismic shift in its structure, marked by notable strides in regulatory compliance, financial stability, and sustainability.

NWR

Equipped with a burgeoning portfolio of 28 facilities—spanning enchanting resorts and camps—situating themselves across the nation’s geographical tapestry, NWR’s narrative has traversed continents. With South Africa, Angola, Germany, Zambia, Botswana, France, the UK, the United States, Italy, and Switzerland ranking among the top ten tourist visits to Namibia, NWR is glad to play a pivotal role in the change of dynamics with the discovery of new markets. Notably, the last quarter of the year saw the majority of tourists, accounting for 53.1% of total arrivals, indicating a shift in travel patterns.

Unexplored horizons, typified by Asian and other American vistas, have unfurled their allure, drawing sojourners to Namibia’s landscapes and NWR’s welcoming abodes. The clarion call for conferencing has spurred a modern renaissance, propelling the transformation of Gross Barmen, Hardap Dam Resort, and Popa Falls into contemporary conference hubs. Encompassing pursuits as diverse as photography, angling, cultural immersion, wildlife observation, and serene contemplation, NWR beckons all, extending a tapestry of experiences across its facilities.

Embarking upon a voyage forward, NWR’s lodestar is responsiveness to discerning patrons, a ceaseless drive for procedural enhancement, and a steadfast commitment to embodying tourism and hospitality benchmarks. As the tapestry of Namibia’s tourism narrative continues to unfold, NWR stands as both steward and sentinel, poised to weave dreams and aspirations into unforgettable travel experiences.

Journeys Namibia

The only way to Journey Namibia...

Journey’s Namibia operates a spectacular collection of lodges, each one perfectly positioned to create an unforgettable journey around the country’s key tourism hot spots. Those looking to gain the most from an experience in Namibia’s expansive and untamed beauty should build their adventure around this incredible collection of lodges managed by us. With a strong focus on eco-tourism and community development, our lodges will help you get the very most from your trip.

Whether you want to camp, or fancy a long break at a luxurious lodge, Journeys Namibia can cater for your ideal getaway. We can also assist with creating tailor made itineraries to realise your dream African adventure.

Please see our collection below:

ONDUDU SAFARI LODGE

An ornithological paradise, this lodge is perched amid the rugged granite koppies at the foot of the iconic Erongo Mountains. The lodge is part of a 2,000 square kilometre Erongo Nature Conservancy, which brings together thirty private landowners as they strive to protect and ensure the longevity of this diverse area. As a guest at Ondudu Safari Lodge, you can explore the colourful volcanic landscape and view ancient Bushman rock paintings. The reserve is also renowned for its incredible bird life, along with rare, endemic flora and fauna. For the hikers, there is a multitude of terrific trails to take on.

HOBATERE LODGE

On the western border of the famous Etosha National Park, you will find this jewel nestled in amongst the tranquil mopane forest. It is a photographers dream at the right time of year, with wildlife that includes, lion, elephant, giraffe, and much more. The waterhole directly in front of the lodge draws you into the daily wildlife interaction, which could also include a lion kill. Here you can enjoy cosy rooms, a sparkling pool, raised viewing deck to spot game at the waterhole, delicious food, and friendly staff that will make you feel at home.

HOADA CAMPSITE

Those looking for a little more adventure and more of a rustic experience can travel just 25 kilometres east of Grootberg Lodge to the Hoada Campsites. Here you can enjoy comfortable camping facilities, tent amidst the spectacular granite boulders and mopane trees, or take a dip in the pool surrounded by granite rocks.You can choose between pitching your own tent or hiring one of the permanent tented “rooms”,

GROOTBERG LODGE

Continue your discovery of the Namibian Wilderness in the heart of Damaraland, where you will find Grootberg Lodge, perched on the edge of the Etendeka Plateau with a view over the Klip River Valley that is sure to take your breath away. This is the flagship of our company social responsibility and our ongoing conservation efforts in the country. Located in the ≠Khoadi-//Hôas Conservancy, this lodge is significant to the Namibian tourism industry as it is the first middle-market establishment that is 100% owned by a conservancy. The lodge employs the majority of staff from the conservancy in order to support the community.

SHIPWRECK LODGE

An experience like no other, you cannot miss this opportunity to travel up the infamous Skeleton Coast and stay at our quintessential establishment, Journeys Namibia’s premier and exclusive crown jewel of the collection. This spectacular and hauntingly beautiful site is located between the Hoarusib and Hoanib Rivers within the Skeleton Coast National Park, just 45 kilometres north of Möwe Bay. Don’t be fooled –this seemingly short trip will take you on a journey into the past, and as 4x4 is required, expect a few hours to fly by as you view the remnants of history. At the lodge, you will find ingenious shipwrecked guest rooms nestled in the dunes, offering spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean. From the luxury and comfort of your guest room you can savour the harsh beauty of the desert and reflect on the troubling past that is so tangible from these shores.

FISH RIVER LODGE

From the northern corner of Namibia we encourage you to travel to the southern tip, to view the only establishment set directly on the edge of the Fish River Canyon. The distance is great, but the experience is worth the travel, as the magnificent views over the vast Canyon from sunrise to sunset will to take your breath away. Here you can stroll along the rim of the canyon, take a guided tour, or enjoy an exhilarating 4x4 excursion into the heart of this geological wonder, viewing millions of years of history in a single afternoon. Hikes into the canyon are a wondrous experience reserved exclusively for the guests of Fish River Lodge from April to September. Packages of two or three nights are available, where you will overnight at Camp Edge and Camp Eternity after a long day of absorbing this incredible scenery on foot. The ultimate hikers dream, you will settle in each evening in carefully designed stone gabions that blend in with the landscape falling asleep under a blanket of stars.

Please refer to our website www.fishriverlodge-namibia.com for rates of our hiking packages.

Journeys Namibia

Tel: +264 61 228 104

Email: info@journeysnamibia.com / reservations@journeysnamibia.com

www.journeysnamibia.com

Ongava Game Reserve

In 1991, several families invested in the future by turning four unproductive cattle ranches in Northern Namibia into a prolific 30,000-hectare private game reserve that is now a haven to large concentrations of wildlife.

Where lions were once shot on sight, Ongava is now home to several prides that are the hunters, not the hunted. Rhino populations are not only protected, they are understood, with a major genetics study revealing paternity and guiding decisions that encourage the prosperity of the species.

Sharing a common boundary with the Etosha National Park, Ongava is considered one of the finest private game reserves in the region, enjoying global recognition for exceptional conservation, ground breaking research and exciting safari adventures.

Experience Ongava - eco-tourism for the next generation.

LITTLE ONGAVA

Designed for privacy, luxury and intimacy with the land, Little Ongava is set on a high hill with pristine views across the plains. A boardwalk meanders over rocks and trees, connecting the beautiful main area with one of only three secluded en-suite thatched suites. Each suite is like a home, featuring a large sala with a cosy fireplace, comfortable seating, a private deck, infinity pool and sun loungers. The overall impression is one of pure natural indulgence indoors, surrounded by untamed nature outdoors. The lounge and dining areas have wonderful views of a popular waterhole, the open deck allowing for relaxed, stylish dining under the African sky. Each Little Ongava reservation includes a dedicated guide and vehicle, ensuring the best possible nature experience including bird watching, game drives, guided nature walks, excursions into the Etosha National Park and use of the photographic hide. The Ongava Discovery Centre boasts dozens of in-depth displays where guests can interface with science and research. Wellness treatments can be booked for inroom treatments.

Ongava Game Reserve

P O Box 58, Okaukeujo

Tel: +264 83 330 3920

Email: hello@ongava.com

www.ongava.com

ANDERSSONS AT ONGAVA

Central to the design of the new Anderssons at Ongava is the connection to the wild, and it is most keenly felt at the waterhole and nearby underground viewing hide. Here guests have a water level view of the prolific wild and birdlife on Ongava Game Reserve in a setting that inspires intimacy without intrusion. The social area, where guests gather for meals and to meet fellow wildlife enthusiasts, guides and naturalists, encompasses an undercover and open-air dining area, a spacious lounge and bar, a sunken observation terrace and an open fireplace. Additional features include the curio shop, library and complimentary Wi-Fi. The Ongava Discovery Centre is a short walk away and guests can meander through the self-guided exhibition area at their own pace.

ONGAVA LODGE

Ongava Lodge is perched on a ridge with seemingly endless views across the plains. Ongava Lodge’s fourteen air-conditioned brick, rock and thatch chalets, each with en-suite facilities, offer a relaxing retreat in the African bush. Gather at the main thatched dining area and enjoy a drink at the bar while watching wildlife interact at the floodlit waterhole. Your lodge experience includes a refreshing swimming pool, curio shop, Wi-Fi, optional Wellness Treatments and a dedicated guide and shared game drive vehicle to participate in bird watching, game drives, guided nature walks or make use of the photographic hide. Guests have the opportunity to explore the Ongava Discovery Centre.

ONGAVA TENTED CAMP

Immersed in the African mopane bush, Ongava Tented Camp is a natural extension of this wild, wonderful landscape tucked in a hidden valley at the foot of a dolomite hill. Eight large, comfortable tents all have en-suite facilities, with double basins, indoor and open-air showers and private verandas. The dining area, bar and deck have an unobstructed view of the active waterhole. Your lodge experience includes nights at the campfire, stunning waterhole views, curio shop, swimming pool, a dedicated guide and shared game drive vehicle. The available activities include bird watching, game drives, guided nature walks, excursions into the Etosha National Park and the opportunity to meander through the Ongava Discovery Centre.

Ondili Lodges & Activities Namibia

Unlike many other hotel groups on our planet, Ondili has chosen nature conservation as its guiding principle and philosophy.

From the love of nature springs the realisation that it is vital to define nature as the most important asset worth protecting and to make a real effort to do so. We don’t just want to talk nature conservation, we want to be part of it.

So far, Ondili has invested every dollar earned in the development of nature reserves. The ultimate goal is to finance nature conservation with tourist income. Every guest should understand that their sojourn at Ondili Lodges contributes to preserving nature. That water is not wasted but saved. That animal and plant species do not become extinct but survive. Responsible tourism ensures the continuation of nature.

Local people appreciate their natural surroundings as an asset. As a means of production that secures their livelihoods.

In order to achieve and support this goal, Ondili operates high-end, environmentally sustainable lodges and sustainable tourism activities. The intention of being able to protect nature by establishing nature reserves is our motivation to offer our guests the most refined accommodation and the best holiday quality. We want to do good for all people.

TI MELEN BOUTIQUE GUESTHOUSE

Situated on a hillside with grand views of the surrounding mountains, Ti Melen Boutique Guesthouse is found in the tranquil suburb of Avis on the outskirts of Windhoek.

The large garden, a pool and shaded seating areas invite you to relax and unwind. The interior design is contemporary with an African flair. The spacious architecture is inspired by the style of the colonial era.

DESERT HOMESTEAD LODGE

At Desert Homestead Lodge, an atmosphere of leisurely ease combines with panoramic views, a sizeable shaded deck area with 2 pools and sophisticated cuisine. The architecture is a modern interpretation of a stud farm with harmoniously matching furnishings and fittings in the main building which houses the restaurant, lobby and lounge. The equestrian style is echoed in the 27 chalets and the family chalet with two bedrooms

and a shared bathroom. Designed in the style of a thatched horse farm, the guest houses have an air of rustic cosiness.

NAMIB OUTPOST

Namib Outpost lies well off the main roads with views into the world-famous Namib-Naukluft National Park, home to the Namib Sand Sea, a UNESCO World Heritage Site which includes Sossusvlei, Deadvlei, Dune 45 and the Sesriem Canyon.

The lodge offers relaxed hospitality with a natural atmosphere. On the wide open desert plains, wildlife, roaming the endless grasslands can sometimes be observed. Various activities are offered to the guests: Excursions to Sossusvlei, as well as horseback safaris, sundowner drives and hikes. The new Massage Lounge is a wonderful addition to the Lodge and offers a carefully selected choice relaxing of massages.

HOHENSTEIN LODGE

The Hohenstein Lodge is located at the bottom of the highest peak of the Erongo Mountains. In the evening, spectacular sunsets bathe the mountain in fantastic red light. The view over the vast landscape extends as far as the Spitzkoppe peak, protruding as a prominent relief from the plain. The accommodation at Hohenstein Lodge is in 14 spacious rooms, each with a shaded terrace for relaxation in a calm atmosphere.

A spacious Superior room, located some distance away from the main lodge offers privacy and undisturbed views on the mountain.

ETOSHA OBERLAND LODGE

Etosha Oberland Lodge, 10 km southeast of Anderson Gate, is located in a 5000 ha private game reserve which shares a 10 km border with famous Etosha National Park. The lodge’s hallmarks are luxury and plenty of privacy. This remarkable place is superbly suited for safari excursions into Etosha.

KALAHARI RED DUNES LODGE

The Kalahari Red Dunes Lodge is located in and around a vlei in the dunes of the western outskirts of the Kalahari. The small lodge with its individually and lovingly designed suites offers high amounts of space and privacy. 2 Superior Suites with private pools and more spacious rooms are available. The new, spacious reception building welcomes the guests. Following a wooden walkway, the main building, with restaurant and cosy fireplace, bar, attached lounge and the new Kalahari Lounge with a fine selection of

whiskey and a pool with a shaded area and pool loungers, is located in the center of the vlei.

TEUFELSKRALLEN LODGE

The tent houses of Teufelskrallen Lodge are located on the first western Kalahari dune and offer its guests a panoramic view over the endless vastness and the sprawling Kalahari dunes. The fully-furnished and comfortablyequipped tent houses come with a large view deck and their own bathroom. Each bathroom is connected to the tent by a short boardwalk. Reception, restaurant and swimming pool are located in the old farmhouse at a distance of 3km from the tents. During hikes and game drives, guests can experience the breathtaking beauty of the Kalahari with the 30m dunes and the rich wildlife stock.

BRIGADOON BOUTIQUE GUESTHOUSE

Brigadoon Boutique Guesthouse, located in the heart of the coastal town of Swakopmund at the Atlantic Ocean, is a quiet and peaceful haven with each of the 7 comfortable guest rooms having access to a landscaped garden in its heart. The main building, an old captains house built in 1912, welcomes the guests for a hearty breakfast in a stylish atmosphere. Fully renovated and re-opened in April 2023, the interior decoration of the main area and rooms follow the vintage, classy and maritime style of the coastal town and brought back the soul of the old house. The main rooms serve as the cosy breakfast restaurant and lounge to relax and unwind. The city center and the sea are just a few minutes walk away, while Brigadoon is located in a quiet street close to the famous Mole. This is the perfect location for a relaxing stay in Swakopmund.

TWYFELFONTEIN ADVENTURE CAMP

Nestled in boulders of a granite outcrop, Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp is conveniently situated only a ten minutes drive from Twyfelfontein Rock Engravings, near Damara Living Museum and within the Aba Huab River Valley.

While the guest can choose between two different tent categories, the combined main areas with pools, restaurant, bar and lounge areas offer magnificent views on the mopane valley and granite mountain landscape. The sundowner spot is a sight not to be missed.

TRANS KALAHARI WALK

Guided full day hike through the Kalahari with 2 over-nights. Hiking and spending the night in the vastness of the African savannah offers the most intense nature experience. The red sand dunes and the grass and tree planes of the Kalahari will captivate every traveller. Feel the hot desert wind on your skin. Watch antelope herds in the vast veld or spot giraffes feeding among the trees. Experience the sunset. Enjoy an African Braai at the campfire on a dune before listening to the sounds of the night, either in a cosy bungalow or even outside under the starry sky. In the morning, shortly before sunrise, grab a hot cup of coffee and watch gnus and zebras on the water hole before experiencing that magic moment when the sun comes up in glittering gold just behind the dunes. All of a sudden, the temperature turns comfortably warm, the night is over, a new day has begun. Africa. The Trans Kalahari Walk perfectly combines a comfortable stay at the lodge with exhausting but rewarding physical activities and campfire romanticism in the Kalahari dunes.

NAMIB HORSE TRAILS

For the more adventurous of spirit, Desert Homestead offers a unique experience where guests can ride out onto our private reserve and sleep out in nature. The reserve is situated in between the majestic red sand see of the Namib Desert and the rugged Naukluft mountains. Leaving the stables and lodge behind, you will set off on an unforgettable journey through wide open plains riding over a varied terrain changing from soft, sandy, stretched open fields, to rockier mountain trails, through dry riverbeds, under Sociable Wearers nests and around Camel thorn trees. Your experienced guide will eagerly tell you more about the environment, fauna and flora. You are almost guaranteed to come across a herd or two of grazing Oryx, springbok, or Zebra and some varieties of smaller carnivores, such as Jackal and Bateared foxes.

TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS

Namibia has been ranked as the country with the best road infrastructure in Africa. Capital funding for the development of the country’s infrastructure to achieve a safe, reliable and affordable transport infrastructure and to position the country as a logistics hub for the Southern African Development Community remains a top priority for the Namibian government.

The Ministry of Works and Transport received an appropriation of N$2.9 billion for capital projects for the 2023/24 financial year. The appropriation will be used primarily for the completion of the Windhoek-Okahandja dual carriageway, Phase II of the road between Swakopmund and Henties Bay, the road between Uis and Kamanjab and Phase I of the road from Windhoek to Hosea Kutako Airport.

The Road Fund Administration (RFA) will contribute a further N$1.5 billion for road maintenance, the upgrading of the Eneas Peter Nanyemba Road in Windhoek (formerly known as the Monte Christo Road) to a dual carriageway, the regravelling of roads in Etosha National Park and the construction of several low-volume sealed roads countrywide.

TOLLING POSTPONED

The RFA announced in June 2023 that it will postpone its proposed toll roads programme until further notice. The fund said in a news release this decision was taken because of the prevailing economic climate, coupled with high interest rates and inflation. A feasibility study conducted in 2022 found that 21 roads could generate N$5.8 billion for capital projects and road maintenance over a five-year period. The RFA, however, pointed out that

the revenue collected from the current road user charges (N$4.2 billion for the 2023/24 financial year) is insufficient to fund the need for road network maintenance, resulting in a funding gap of 22% of the allocated budget.

AIR TRANSPORT

An amount of N$100 million has been made available for the expansion of the apron at Windhoek’s Hosea Kutako International Airport over the next two years. Several international airlines resumed operations to Namibia during 2022 and the Hosea Kutako International Airport is currently served by Ethiopian Airlines (operating flights from Addis Ababa), Qatar Airlines (offering flights from Doha) and Eurowings, the leisure carrier of the Lufthansa Group. Eurowings has increased its number of flights between Frankfurt and Windhoek from seven flights a week to ten flights a week. The airline has also reintroduced three flights a week between Frankfurt and Victoria Falls and launched a new route from Frankfurt to Mbombela (Kruger National Park) with a short stopover in Windhoek.

REGIONAL AND DOMESTIC FLIGHTS

FlyNamibia operates daily flights from Hosea Kutako International Airport to Cape Town and O.R. Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg). Airlink,

which acquired a 40% strategic equity holding in FlyNamibia in September 2022, operates daily return flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town to Windhoek. The airline also operates daily flights between Johannesburg and Walvis Bay.

South African Airways resumed flights between Johannesburg and Windhoek in December 2022 after it suspended all flights in March 2020. South African low-cost airline FlySafair plans to expand its regional network with daily flights between Johannesburg and Windhoek from the third quarter of 2023. TAAG Angola Airlines links Luanda to Windhoek with regular flights.

FlyNamibia operates domestic flights from Windhoek’s Eros Airport to Ondangwa, Rundu, Katima Mulilo and Oranjemund. The airline expanded its domestic network when it introduced flights between Eros Airport and Walvis Bay International Airport in October 2022.

RAILWAYS

The government continues to invest heavily in the upgrading of the country’s 2,687-km rail network to comply with the minimum Southern African Development Community (SADC) standards of 18.5 tonnes per axle load with design speeds of up to 100 km per hour for passenger trains and 80 km per hour for freight trains.

Bay-Ndola-Lubumbashi Development Corridor. The project will cost an estimated US$2.3 billion (N$46 billion).

PORTS

Namibia’s two harbours are owned and managed by the Namibian Ports Authority (Namport). Walvis Bay on the central coast is the country’s main harbour and a hub of corridors to Botswana, South Africa, Zimbabwe, southern Angola, Zambia and the southern Democratic Republic of Congo. Lüderitz Harbour, 254 nautical miles south of Walvis Bay, primarily serves the southern regions of Namibia and South Africa’s Northern Cape province.

The number of vessels calling at the two ports increased from 1,592 in 2021/22 to 1,636 in 2022/23. The growth in vessel calls during the past two years was mainly due to an increase in petroleum, dry bulk, foreign fishing, roll-on-roll-off, passenger as well as research vessels.

Namibia's transportation sector witnesses significant investments in roads, airports, railways, and ports, bolstering connectivity and facilitating trade growth for the country's logistics industry.

Following the completion of the 107.5-km railway line upgrade between Walvis Bay to Kranzberg, the government is engaging with the African Development Bank (AfDB) to secure funding for the upgrading of the Kranzberg-Tsumeb-Grootfontein section of the railway line which forms part of the Trans-Cunene Corridor. The upgrade will be executed in two phases: Kranzberg to Otjiwarongo over a distance of 207 km, as well as Otjiwarongo to Tsumeb and Otavi to Grootfontein.

The final feasibility study for the extension of the railway network from Grootfontein to Katima Mulilo has found that the project is viable from a technical, environmental, legal, financial and economic perspective. The 772-km-long Trans-Zambezi railway line will facilitate the transportation of minerals from the Zambian Copperbelt to the port of Walvis Bay by linking new mines and mining activities to the railway network along the Walvis

VITAL CONTACTS

Automobile Association of Namibia

P O Box 61, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 244 201

Email: info@aa-namibia.com www.aa-namibia.com

NLA - Namibia Logistics Association

P O Box 905546, Windhoek

Tel: +264 81 724 3169

Email: info@nla.org.na www.nla.org.na

Walvis Bay Export Processing Zone Management Company

P O Box 3304, Walvis Bay

Tel: +264 64 201 3206

Email: wbezpmc@iway.na www.wbepzmc.iway.na

Roads Authority

Private Bag 12030, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 284 7000

Email: pr@ra.org.na www.ra.org.na

Road Fund Administration

Private Bag 13372, Windhoek TollFree 0800433300

Tel: +264 61 433 3000 www.rfanam.com.na

TKCS - Trans Kalahari Corridor Secretariat

P O Box 23017, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 250 071

Email: admin@tkcmc.com www.tkcmc.com

WALVIS BAY CORRIDOR GROUP

The Walvis Bay Corridor Group, a publicprivate partnership (PPP), is a service and facilitation centre promoting the benefits of using the four corridors from the ports of Walvis Bay and Lüderitz to and from Southern Africa.

Cargo volumes entering and leaving Namibia along the group’s four corridors increased from 1,639,510 tonnes in 2021/2022 to 2,464,123 tonnes in 2022/23. Volumes from South Africa grew by 42%, from 771,852 tonnes to 1,093,569 tonnes. The increase was largely due to the export of manganese ore from the Northern Cape province through the port of Lüderitz.

LOGISTICS

An efficient logistics sector with international links which ensures the efficient operation of the supply chains of local, regional and international customers is served by the country’s excellent transport infrastructure. Warehousing, clearing and freight forwarding, cargo handling, stevedoring, overnight cross-border and domestic courier services are amongst the diversity of services provided.

TOURISM AT A GLANCE

• Airports: two international airports (Hosea Kutako and Walvis Bay) and six domestic airports managed by the Namibia Airports Company

• Road network: ranked best in Africa; 8,300 km of the country’s 49,000 km network is tarred, over 25,000 km is standard gravel and the remainder is earth gravel and sand tracks

• Ports: Walvis Bay on the central coast and Lüderitz in southern Namibia

• Railway network: 2,687 km linked to South Africa and southern Angola

• Walvis Bay Corridors: four transport corridors link the ports of Walvis Bay and Lüderitz to South Africa, Angola, Botswana, Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo

Manica Group Namibia has been at the forefront of innovative and simplified logistics and marine service solutions for companies doing business to and from Africa since 1924.

The group comprises a diverse portfolio of business units providing a variety of expert customs clearing, warehousing, cargo handling, stevedoring, ships’ agency, transport, bunkering and related logistics services. Manica bundles these into bespoke one-stop-shop solutions for any logistics requirement. This agile and flexible logistics approach helps to ensure cost- and time-effective services.

Manica embraces diversity, innovative thinking and continuous improvement. Capacity building, skills training and ensuring the highest level of safety and quality management is critical to the group’s operations. With Manica at the helm of your off- and onshore logistics management and support requirements, you can sit back with the assurance that we will deliver any cargo to any destination.

„ Complete logistics supply chain management.

„ Customs clearing and forwarding.

„ Cross border, mining and project freight solutions

„ Intermodal transport solutions air, rail, road and ocean.

„ Shipping, imports and exports.

„ Stevedoring, materials handling and warehousing.

„ ExxonMobil oil products for industrial, mining & marine use.

„ Airport ground handling, passenger and ramp services.

„ Complete oil & gas logistics support.

„ Ships’ agency, bunkering, launch services.

„ Crew transfers, airport shuttle, visa applications, accommodation and travel arrangements. Tel:

THE ULTIMATE PORTS EXPERIENCE

The Ports of Walvis Bay and Lüderitz lie on the West Coast of Africa. The Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) was established by the Namibian Ports Authority Act, No. 2 of 1994. It is recognised as a public enterprise in terms of the Public Enterprises Governance Act, No. 1 of 2019. Namport’s mandate is to exercise control and manage Namibia’s ports, lighthouses and other navigational aids in Namibia and its territorial waters.

OUR SERVICES & THE INDUSTRIES WE SERVE

The Port of Walvis Bay handles container imports, exports and transshipments, as well as bulk and break-bulk of various commodities. A wide range of industries such as petroleum, salt (bulk and bagged), mining and fishing are served at Walvis Bay.

The Port of Lüderitz serves the mines in the southern regions of Namibia and northwestern South Africa with imports and exports of mining commodities. It also serves as an important base for the local fishing industry.

TRADE ROUTES WE SERVE

Strategically located along the Namibian coastline, Walvis Bay provides direct access to principal shipping routes, making it a natural gateway for international trade. Its world-class infrastructure and equipment ensure reliable and safe cargo handling.

The bay’s temperate weather conditions favour timely operations, allowing Namibia’s largest commercial port (Port of Walvis Bay) to receive between 2,000 and 2,500 vessel calls each year and a handling capacity of 10 million tonnes of cargo.

GEARED FOR GROWTH

Namport focuses on being the best performing seaports in Africa. Therefore, Namport continues to invest in port infrastructure to ensure Namibia is not only compliant with the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) code, but is also geared towards opportunities for future growth.

In 2019, a new container terminal worth N$4.2 billion was brought into operation. It provides infrastructure and deployment of ship-to-shore gantry cranes for the first time in Namibian port history, firmly establishing a competitive position in relation to other ports for the critical hinterland markets. This raises the handling capacity to 750,000 TEUs, which is double the previous 350,000 TEUs.

VISION:

To be the best performing seaports in Africa

MISSION:

To provide excellent port services to all seaborne trade, creating sustainable value for all our stakeholders.

The Walvis Bay Corridors are positioned to give Namibia a competitive edge as a logistics hub for all regional and international trade between the Southern African Development Community (SADC), Europe, the America’s and the rest of the world. Through its world-class commercial ports at Walvis Bay and Lüderitz, international shipping connection and the added advantage of being a gateway to the west coast of Africa, Namibia plays an increasingly important role in trade, linking the global economic centres to over 330 million consumers in southern Africa.mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

The Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG), was established in 2000 to engage in business development activities, aimed at increasing cargo for the Namibian ports and Walvis Bay Corridors, as well as to facilitate corridor and infrastructure development. Based on the track record on corridor development, the WBCG was mandated by the Government of the Republic of Namibia (through the National Planning Commission) as the implementing agency of realizing Namibia’s vision of becoming a Logistics Hub for SADC. oooo

The WBCG’s main organisational strength is its unique public-private partnership (PPP) set-up of transport and logistics stakeholders from both the public and private sector. The partnership allows for the pooling of resources, expertise and authorities from both the regulators and the operators, who together form an integrated transport and logistics service for potential customers. Since inception, the WBCG has established a good support system through its model, which enables it to work with both the public and private sector. m

OUR MEMBERS

The Ministry of Works and Transport; Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade; Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security; Namibia Revenue Agency; Namibian Ports Authority; Municipality of Walvis Bay; Road Fund Administration; Roads Authority; Namibia Airports Company; TransNamib; Walvis Bay Port Users Association; Container Liners Operators Forum; Namibia Logistics Association; Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry; and, the Namibia Transporters Association. b

THE WALVIS BAY CORRIDORS

YOUR SAFE, SECURE AND MOST EFFECIENT TRADE ROUTE

THE WALVIS BAY CORRIDORS

The Walvis Bay Corridors are an integrated system of well maintained tarred roads and rail networks – accommodating all modes of transport – from the Port of Walvis Bay via the Trans Kalahari Corridor, Walvis Bay-Ndola-Lubumbashi Development Corridor (previously known as the Trans-Caprivi), Trans-Cunene Corridor, as well as from the Port of Lüderitz via the Trans-Oranje Corridor, providing landlocked SADC countries access to transatlantic markets. llllllllllllllmlllllllllllllllllllll

The Trans-Kalahari Corridor links the Port of Walvis Bay to Botswana and South Africa. From there, this Corridor links with the Maputo Corridor on the east coast of southern Africa. ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

The Walvis Bay-Ndola-Lubumbashi Development Corridor links the Port of Walvis Bay to the landlinked countries of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Zambia and Zimbabwe. iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii

The Trans-Cunene Corridor links the Port of Walvis Bay through northern Namibia to southern Angola, and the Trans-Oranje Corridor links the Port of Lüderitz with the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.

The WBCG plays a crucial role in improving trade facilitation in the region and encouraging economic growth by cutting red tape at the borders. The WBCG continues to advocate for the development of priority transport infrastructure that is supported by a robust supply chain network, conducive policies, and regulations as well as a core focus on trade facilitation to ensure seamless movement of goods and people.................,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,m

THE WBCG FOOTPRINT

The WBCG headquartered in Windhoek, Namibia, currently has offices in Johannesburg- South Africa, Lusaka- Zambia, and Lubumbashi – DRC. Through its regional and global footprint, the WBCG is well positioned to engage cargo owners, shipping lines, and supply chain decision-makers, to divert cargo from competing routes to the Walvis Bay Corridor..m ii

WELLNESS SERVICE

One of the factors that distinguishes the WBCG from other Corridor Management Institutions, is its Wellness Service, which provides comprehensive health and wellness-related services to long distance truck drivers and communities along the Walvis Bay Corridors. The services are offered through mobile clinics, as well as fixed Roadside Wellness Clinics, which are situated in Gobabis, Katima Mulilo, Keetmanshoop, Oshikango, Otjiwarongo, Walvs Bay and Windhoek, as well as Namacunde, Angola and Sesheke, Zambia. bbbbbb iiii e...................................................

These health and wellness services are further expanded to reach other vulnerable populations that are interacting with the transport workers daily. ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

FACILITATING NAMIBIA’S TRANSFORMATION INTO A LOGISTICS NATION

Namibia has a clear vision to become a regional leader in logistics in Southern Africa. The National Development Plan four (NDP4) and subsequent national development plans, have identified logistics as one of the economic priorities, an area in which Namibia has a clear competitive advantage. Against this background, Namibia has embarked on a transformation process to establish itself as the preferred ‘Logistics Hub for southern Africa.’,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, mmmiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii

The Namibian Logistics Hub concept entails an intervention process that strives to put in place sustainable institutional arrangements and mechanisms that would ensure the transformation of the Namibian ports and the Walvis Bay Corridors into economic corridors for the socio-economic growth and development of the country. iiiiiii

WALVIS BAY CORRIDOR GROUP (WBCG)

Maria Paulus

Manager: Marketing & Communications

maria@wbcg.com.na

+264 61 251 669

www.wbcg.com.na

Transworld Cargo is a Namibian forwarding company, founded in 1986. Since then, we have been operating successfully in Namibia and Southern Africa, achieving steady and continuous growth. With our compliment of more than 100-staff members, we offer the complete range of freight forwarding services, shipping services, customs clearance as well as fully integrated logistics solutions to our customers with the emphasis on efficiency and reliability. Today Transworld Cargo operates seven offices in Namibia, South Africa, Botswana and Germany.Internationally recognised, Transworld Cargo is part of a network of agents and logistics providers from all over the world, offering reliable and efficient logistics services to its customers.

OUR COMMITMENT TO A SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS APPROACH MEANS WE ARE GUIDED BY THE FOLLOWING WORKING PRINCIPLES:

• Build long-term customer-oriented relationships

• Provide complete integrated and innovative logistics services with an emphasis on efficiency and reliability

• Handle all our customer services and orders professionally and effectively

www.transwordlcargo.net

Transworld Cargo provides secure, reliable and cost-efficient shipping of time-critical and-/-or sensitive goods from and to any country in the world. Our dedicated team of logistics specialists has the know-how to provide tailor-made service packages catering for our customer’s needs.

• International removal services of personal effects including packing and unpacking

• Consultation on national and international rules and regulations

• Specialised services for vehicles and live animals

• Logistics for frozen and fresh perishable goods

• Contract logistics

• Project cargo

• Dangerous-goods

Corporate Values

ALWAYS Strive for customer success

BE

Solution driven and one-step ahead

COMMIT

To give it your best and do it right the first time

DEVELOP

Nurture and value our people

EXCEL

Through team-work and tolerance

FOSTER

High standards of work ethics

GIVE

Back to your social and natural environment

www.transwordlcargo.net

Mr. Nobert Liebich

Namibia Airports Company

VISION

To be a prime service provider in airport operations and management.

MISSION

To develop, manage, and operate safe and secure airports on sound business principles with due consideration to our stakeholders' interest.

NAC VALUES

Professional – in all our interactions with stakeholders and customers

Agile – in responding to a changing industry sector

Vigilant – in ensuring safety, security and environmental sustainability

Evolving – continuous improvement

2021-2026 STRATEGIC PILLARS

1. Financial Sustainability

• Revenue Growth

• Cost Management

• Leveraging Assets

2. Customer Centric

• Customer Experience

• Safe, Secure and Environmentally

• Price Competitive

• Stakeholder Engagement

3. Quality Infrastructure

• Capacity and Infrastructure Optimization

• Process Optimization

4. Organisational Transformation

• Staff Competence

• Employee Empowerment

• Organisational Transformation

INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT

As part of its five-year plan, 2021-2026, NAC has successfully completed the Hosea Kutako International Airport terminal congestion alleviation project and the Eros Airport’s runway holding action rehabilitation works in between 2019 and 2021.

During the 2022/2023 financial year, the Andimba Toivo Ya Toivo Airport Apron and the Katima Mulilo Airport Runway Holding Area Rehabilitation works were also completed.

These projects are meant to address immediate safety and security concerns at the airports, for travelers’ comfort and convenience.

2022 NAMIBIA AVIATION AND CONNECTIVITY FORUM

NAC continues to play a vital role in the achievement of National Development Plan five and acts as the catalyst for the growth of the aviation sector such that air travel becomes the norm for Namibian citizens.

The Namibia Aviation and Connectivity Forum was held between 1618 November 2022 in Windhoek. The purpose of the forum, a first of its kind for Namibia, was to create a platform where key industry players and stakeholders will share, tackle, rethink and put into motion ideas on the trajectory that the aviation industry and its related ecosystems will take over the next few years.

It further seeks to cement the industry's role as key to Namibia's economic recovery and growth, as well as driving the revival of the aviation and other ancillary industries such as tourism after the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

WWestair Aviation

A Fully Integrated Aviation Service Provider

estair Aviation is a fully integrated aviation service provider, operating from its main operational base in Windhoek, Namibia. The company is the largest aviation service provider and airline in Namibia and has been delivering a wide range of aviation related services since its establishment in 1967. Westair Aviation’s core focus is to deliver flexible, safe and reliable aviation solutions across the African continent, including helicopter operations in support of offshore oil and gas. Starting out as an aircraft maintenance facility in 1967, Westair has grown to become the most diverse and experienced aviation company in Namibia. Our workforce is highly qualified with world class flying experience and the company has experience operating across the African continent, Europe and North America. Westair offers a diverse range of customised aviation services that includes:

• Aircraft Charters

• Tourism Charters, Scenic flights and Transfers

• Aircraft Leasing

• Specialised Aviation Services

• Medical Evacuation and Air Ambulance

• Geophysical Surveys

• Flight & Crew Training

• Aircraft Management and Consulting

• Helicopter Operations

• Offshore Helicopter Logistics

• Private Helicopter Tours and Transfers

CHARTER SERVICES

As the most experienced aircraft charter operator in Namibia, Westair Aviation offers a wide range of tailored charter services for both fixed and rotarywing aircraft. Our services include corporate charter transfers, VIP services, airport transfers, and customised scenic tours. With a diverse fleet, including corporate business jets, pressurised twin turboprop aircraft, rugged Cessna Grand Caravans capable of landing on unimproved airstrips, and Airbus H130 helicopters, we cater to a variety of clientele, including corporates, mining and energy companies, travel and tourism operators, tourists, VIPs, government agencies, and businesses involved in exploration and foreign direct investments.

SPECIALISED SERVICES

Westair Aviation has over 25 years of experience providing specialised aviation services across Africa to corporations, governments, humanitarian organisations, airlines, multinational companies, courier services, and mining, oil, and gas operators. Our tailored medium to long-term aviation services include AMI and ACMI solutions, line maintenance support, charter transfers, VIP services, airport transfers, cargo solutions,

and 24-hour standby medical evacuations. Our clientele span across various sectors, including corporates, mining and energy, the oil and gas industry, humanitarian organisations, NGOs, VIPs, government entities, large multinationals, and other aviation operators.

OIL & GAS SERVICES

With over a decade of experience, Westair Aviation is the leading aviation operator servicing the Oil & Gas industry in Namibia. We adhere to the International Oil & Gas Producers' (IOGP) standards, offering dedicated fixedwing solutions, onshore and offshore helicopter services, logistic support services, and medical evacuation and aeromedical solutions through our subsidiary, Medical Rescue Africa (MRA). Our expertise includes 10+ years of experience, Flight Safety Foundation BARS Gold accreditation, IOGP accreditation, and Part 121, 135, and 137 Air Operators Certificates (AOC). We prioritise safety and quality and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage.

FLYNAMIBIA

FlyNamibia is an independent airline that prides itself in connecting people through local and regional flights whether for business or travel purposes. Granted designated carrier status by the Namibian Transport Commission the airline had its first official scheduled passenger flight in June 2019. In September 2022, Airlink acquired interest in FlyNamibia, giving the airline a bolster and operational support, and its routes access to the Global Distribution System.

SIGNA

Signa Aviation Services is a proudly Namibian Company that specialises in aviation training and quality services. Signa Aviation is the leading Aviation Training provider in Windhoek, Namibia. Signa provides flight training, aviation consultancy services and professional pilot services.

MRA

Medical Rescue Africa (MRA) is Namibia’s leading Aeromedical Evacuation company specialising in the evacuation of critically ill and injured patients across Africa, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. MRA is based at Eros Airport in Windhoek, and focuses on the provision of innovative emergency medical evacuation solutions to various customers across Africa as well as Aeromedical Services through a network of skilled paramedics, nurses and emergency doctors. MRA has a wide range of Air Ambulance aircraft that can offer evacuation options for all conditions in Namibia and Africa. All aircraft are equipped with an approved ‘LifePort’ system and are manned by the experienced and well-trained crews of Westair Aviation.

Westair Aviation

Eros Airport, Aviation Road, Windhoek, Namibia

+264 83 WESTAIR (937 8247)

reservations@westair.com.na

www.westair.com.na

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE

Westair is one of Namibia’s leading and most advanced aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) companies, dedicated exclusively to providing the full range of support services to regional aircraft operators as well as General Aviation in Africa. Westair specialises in the maintenance, sale and overhaul of aircraft.

BARS AND IOSA ACCREDITED

Westair Aviation has been awarded BARS Gold status by the Flight Safety Foundation, becoming the only Namibian-based airline to hold such recognition for safety and quality. Developed by the Flight Safety Foundation, the Basic Aviation Risk Standard (BARS) is the single aviation safety standard for the mining, oil and gas sectors. Westair Aviation has recently been awarded IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit) certification by ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organisation), the only company in Namibia to hold this certification. Having met the standards of the IOSA and BARS Gold designation and other audit requirements, Westair Aviation operates as an approved supplier to the resources sectors and works for several of Namibia’s top resource companies.

SAFETY AND QUALITY

With over 50 years of experience, Westair Aviation upholds the highest safety and quality standards. We hold Part 121, 135, and 137 Air Operators Certificates (AOC) and have received Flight Safety Foundation BARS Gold accreditation. Our insurance coverage includes the highest third-party and legal liability protection in the region. At Westair Aviation, safety is our top priority. We are committed to ensuring that all activities take place under a balanced allocation of organisational resources, aimed at achieving the highest level of safety and quality performance whilst meeting national and international standards. External institutions audit Westair Aviation regularly. This ensures that a high level of safety and quality is upheld. We strive to be on the forefront of industry best practice with regards to flight safety and quality assurance.

Our diverse fleet of fixed-wing aircraft includes: Embraer ERJ 135, Embraer ERJ 145 Learjet 45, Beechcraft King Air 350, Beechcraft 1900D, Cessna Conquest 425, Cessna Grand Caravan 208 and Cessna F406. In the helicopter category, we operate: Leonardo AW189, Leonardo AW139, Airbus H130 and Airbus BK117.

Westair Aviation is your trusted partner for aviation solutions, with a commitment to safety, quality, and excellence in service across all our operations.

Vital Contacts

ARTS & CULTURE

COTA - College of the Arts

P O Box 2963, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 277 341

Email: claasenj@cota.na

Franco Namibia Cultural Centre

P O Box 11622, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 387 330

Email: secgen@fncc.org.na www.fncc.org.na

NACN - National Arts Council of Namibia

P O Box 149, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 293 3311

Email: artscouncilnamibia@gamil. com

NAGN - National Art Gallery of Namibia

P O Box 994, Windhoek

Tel: +264 81 145 0641

Email: pro2@nagn.org.na www.nagn.org.na

NTN - National Theatre of Namibia

P O Box 3794, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 374 400

Email: info@ntn.org.na www.ntn.org.na

VAN - Visual Artists Namibia

P O Box 149, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 293 3363 www.artscouncilnam.org

The Potters’ Association of Namibia

P O Box 2589, Windhoek

Tel: +264 81 861 8869

Email: pottersnamibia@gmail. com

www.pan.iway.na

CHILDREN / YOUTH

Katutura Youth Enterprise Centre

P O Box 5167, Ausspannplatz

Cell: +264 81 129 1109

Tel: +264 61 272 670

Email: reception.whk@kayec. org.na

Lifeline Childline Namibia

P O Box 5477, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 226 889

Email: reception@lifeline.org

www.liflinechildline.org.na

Michelle McLean Children Trust

P O Box 97428, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 240 807

Email: info@mmct.org.na www.mmct.org.na

Namibia Planned Parenthood Association (member of international planned parenthood federation)

P O Box 10936, Windhoek

Tel: +264 81 230 4769

Email: info@nappa.com.na www.nappa.com.na

National Youth Council

P O Box 60956, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 248 200

Email: info@nyc.org.na www.nyc.org.na

National Youth Service

P O Box 32269, Windhoek

Email: info@nys.com.na www.nys.com.na

SOS Children’s Village Association of Namibia

P O Box 23134, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 222 457

Email: letta.muleka@sos-naminia. org www.sosnamibia.org.na

Youth Credit Scheme

P O Box 13391, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 225 327

Email: namibiaycs@gmail.com

CONSERVATION / ENVIRONMENTAL

Africat Foundation

P O Box 1889, Otjiwarongo

Tel: +264 67 304 566

Email: info@africat.org www.africat.org

Cheetah Conservation Fund

P O Box 1755, Otjiwarongo

Tel: +264 67 306 225

Email: visit@ccfnamibia.org www.cheetah.org

Coastal Environmental Trust of Namibia

P O Box 786, Walvis Bay

Tel: +264 64 205 057

www.eia.met.gov.na

Desert Research Foundation of Namibia

P O Box 20232, Windhoek West

Tel: +264 61 377 500

Email: drfn@drfn.org.na www.drfn.org.na

Enviro Fill Namibia (Pty) Ltd

P O Box 86580, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 24 871

Game Trust Product Fund

P O Box 28157, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 431 7700

Email: info@gptf.org.na www.gptf.org.na

Gobabeb Training Research Centre

P O Box 953, Walvis Bay

Tel: +264 64 694 198

Email: gobabeb@gobabeb.org www.gobabeb.org

Habitat Centre Research and Development

P O Box 63036, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 268 200

Harnas Wildlife Foundation

P O Box 90393, Gobabis

Tel: +264 62 568 828 / 38

Email: bookings@harnas.org www.harnas.org

Integrated Rural Development and Nature Conservation

P O Box 24050, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 228 506 / 9

Email: info@irdnc.org.na www.irdnc.org.na

Namibia Animal Rehabilitation Research and Education Centre

P O Box 11232, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 264 409

Email: liz@narrec.net www.electric.com.na

Namibian Environment and Wildlife Society

P O Box 3508, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 306 450

www.news-namibia.org

Namibian Environmental Education Network

P O Box 90825, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 284 2701

Email: mest.org.na

www.neen.org.na

NaDEET - Namib Desert Environmental EducationTrust

P O Box 8702, Swakopmund

Tel: +264 81 367 5310

Email: admin@nadeet.org

www.nadeet.org

Namutoni Environmental Education Centre

Private Bag 201, Tsumeb

Tel: +264 67 229 200

Nyae Nyae Development Foundation of Namibia

P O Box 9026, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 236 327

Email: nndfn@iafrica.com.na www.nndfn.org

Poison Working Group of Endangered Wildlife Trust

P O Box 11232, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 264 409 / 256

Email: liz@narrec.net

Save The Rhino Trust

P O Box 2159, Swakopmund

Tel: +264 64 403 829

Email: srt@rhinotrust.org

www.savetherhinotrust.org

Wild Dog Project (Namibia Nature Foundation)

P O Box 245, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 248 345

Email: info@nnf.org.na www.nnf.org.na

CONSTRUCTION

ACEN - Association of Consulting Engineers of Namibia

P O Box 25837, Windhoek

Tel: +264 81 358 6057

Email: acen@acen.org.na

www.acen.org.na

CIF - Construction Industries Federation of Namibia

P O Box 1479, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 417 302

Email: secretariat@cifnamibia. com

International dialling code:

All

Namibia Institute of Architects

P O Box 1478, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 23 1559

Email: admin.nia.org.na www.nia.org.na

INQS - Institute of Namibia Quantity Surveyors

P O Box 9507, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 228 970

Email: info@inqs.org.na

www.inqs.org.na

DEVELOPMENT

Henties Bay Waterfront Company

Henties Bay Municipality

P O Box 61, Henties Bay

Tel: + 264 64 502 000

Email: frieda.neshuku@hbaymun. com.na

Lüderitz Waterfront Company (Pty) Ltd

P O Box 78, Lüderitz

Tel: +264 63 202 702

Email: pa@luderitzwaterfront. com.na

Namibia Development Trust

P O Box 8226, Bachbrecht

Tel: +264 61 238 002

Email: info@ndt.org.na

Namibia Rural Development Project

P O Box 24886, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 237 279

Email: nrdp@iafrica.com.na

ODC - Offshore Development Company (Pty) Ltd

Private Bag 13397, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 283 7360

Email: odc@gov.com.na

Zambezi Waterfront (Pty) Ltd

P O Box 2171, Ngwze, Katima Mulilo

Tel: +264 66 252 366

Email: zwtp@iafricaonline.com.na

DISABILITIES

NDC - National Disability Council

P O Box 26047, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 225 913

Namibia National Association of the Deaf

P O Box 21040, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 244 811

Email: nnad@iway.na

GENDER EQUALITY

Multimedia Campaign on Violence (MIT)

Private Bag 13347, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 222 246

www.mti.gov.na

NAWA - Namibia Women Association

P O Box 3370, Katutura

Tel: +264 61 262 461

PAWO - Pan African Women’s Organisation

P O Box 215, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 229 640

Women’s Action for Development

P O Box 370, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 321 7667

Email: info@wad.org.na

www.wad.org.na

Young Women’s Christian Association of Namibia

P O Box 21455, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 263 484

Email: info.ywcanamibia@gmail. com

www.ywca.wordpress.com

HUMAN RIGHTS / HOME AFFAIRS

IOM - International Organisation for Migration

Private Bag 13301, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 231 639

www.iom.int

NEF - Namibian Employers Federation

P O Box 21250, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 244 089

Email: enquiries@nef.com.na www.nef.com.na

Namibia Institute for Democracy

P O Box 11956, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 292 4850

Email: naitahoshoono@gmail.com www.nid.org.na

UNDP - United Nations Development Programme

Private Bag 13329, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 204 6395

Email: registry.na@undp.org www.undp.org

UNFPA - United Nations Population Fund

Private Bag 13329, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 204 6336

Email: mbekele@unfpa.org

UNICEF - United Nations Children’s Fund

P O Box 1706, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 204 6111

Email: nmbregistry@unicef.org www.unicef.org

HEALTH CARE

Central State Hospital

209 Ooievaar Street, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 203 3111

Katutura State Hospital Independence Avenue, Khomasdal

Tel: +264 61 203 9111

Lady Pohamba

Frankie Fredericks Street, Windhoek

Tel: +264 83 335 9000 / +264 81 950 0900

Tel: + 264 83 335 9036Emergency

Medi Clinic

Heliodoor Street, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 433 1000 / +264 61 222 687

Tel: +264 61 229 246Emergency

Roman Catholic

Mandume Ndemufayo Avenue, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 270 2227 / 2010 / 2167

Tel: +264 61 270 2143Emergency

Rhino Park

35 Rhino Street, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 375 000 / 375 091

Pathcare

155 Nelson Mandela Ave, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 431 3000

Medical Imaging

Heliodoor Street, Eros, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 379 600

NAMRAD

Cnr of Frankie Frederick's and Ombika

Tel: +264 83 3359700

Medical Rescue Africa

Tel: +264 83 339 0033 912 (toll free within Namibian borders)

LEGAL

Legal Aid

Private Bag 13370, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 420 200

Email: info.legalaid@moj.gov.na www.moj.gov.na

Legal Assistance Centre

P O Box 604, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 223 356

Email: info@lac.org.na www.lac.org.na

Law Society of Namibia

P O Box 714, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 230 263

Email: legalofficer@ lawsocietnamibia.org

www.lawsocietynamibia.org

Office of the Ombudsman

Private Bag 13211, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 207 311

Email: office@ombudsman.org.na

Office of the Prosecutor

General

Private Bag 13191, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 374 200

Email: info@opg.gov.na

Society of Advocates

Namibia

P O Box 1323, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 231 151

Email: socadv@mweb.com.na www.namibianbar.org

Ongwediva Medipark

Erf 7031 Ongwediva Business Park, Auguste Taanyanda Street, Ongwediva

Emergency Contact

Number: +264 65 232 908

Tel: +264 65 232 911

Email: info@ongwediva medipark.com

Outapi Consulting Rooms

Corner of Shaanika Nashilongo and Nathanael Maxwilili Street, Outapi, Ombalantu

Tel: +264 65 202 811

Selma Rainio Medical Centre

Ondjokwe Intermediate Hospital, D3622, Oniipa

Tel: +264 65 248115 / 6 / 7

Oshakati Consulting Rooms

Erf 2380, B1 Main Road, Oshakati Unit 9, Oshakati Square Properties

Tel: +264 65 226 444

PROPERTY & UTILITY

Namibia Estate Agents Board

P O Box 90091, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 249 885

Email: Supervisor@neab.co.na

Namibia Housing Action Group Shack

P O Box 21010, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 239 398

Email: amuller@nhag.org.na

International dialling code: +264

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

NHE - National Housing Enterprise

P O Box 20192, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 292 7298

Email: info@nhe.com.na www.nhe.com.na

Namibia Water Corporation (Namwater)

Private Bag 13389, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 710 000

Email: info@namwater.com.na www.namwater.com.na

RESEARCH

Directorate of Scientific Services

P O Box 13306, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 284 2529

Email: fdemas@mweb.com.na www.met.gov.na

Institute of Public Policy Research

P O Box 6566, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 240 514

Email: info@ippr.org.na www.ippr.org.na

Labour Resource and Research Institute

P O Box 62423, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 212 044

Email: info@larri-namibia.org www.larri-namibia.org

National Commission of Research & Technology

Private Bag 13253, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 431 7005

Email: info@ncrst.na www.ncrst.na

NSS - Namibia Scientific Society

P O Box 67, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 225 372

Email: info@namscience.com www.namscience.com.na

Social Sciences Division MultiDisciplinary Research Centre

Private Bag 13301, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 206 3052

Email: antesa@unam.na www.unam.edu.na

SPORTS

Namibias Sports Commission

P O Box 86573, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 246 105

Email: marketing@namibiasport.org www.namibiasport.gov.na

TRANSFORMATION, DEVELOPMENT, EMPOWERMENT

Centre for Research, Information and Action in Africa

P O Box 23778, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 220 117

Email: info@criaasadc.org

Development Aid from People To People

P O Box 135, Outapi

Tel: +264 65 251 179

Email: dappzts@dapp.namibia.org www.dapp-namibia.org

GIZ - Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit

P O Box 8016, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 222 447

Email: albertina.haufiku@giz.de www.giz.de

Konrad Adenauer-Stiftung

P O Box 1145, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 225 568

Email: info.namibia@kas.de www.kas.de

Lions Club Windhoek

P O Box 1145, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 307 491

Email: windhoeklionsclub@gmail. com

Namibia Association of Norway

P O Box 24140, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 220 082

Email: namnorwa@mweb.com.na

Namibia Nationhood Programme Co-ordinating Committee (Spice and Scale World)

P O Box 1657, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 263 021

NHC - National Heritage Council

Private Bag 12043, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 244 375

Email: info@nhc-nam.org www.nhc-nam.org

Rural People’s Institute for Social Empowerment

P O Box 50155, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 236 029

MUNICIPALITIES / LOCAL AUTHORITIES

ALAN - Association for Local Authorities Namibia

P O Box 2721, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 240 915

Email: alan@iway.na www.alan.org.na

ARC - Association of Regional Councils in Namibia

P O Box 3379, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 229 537

Email: arc@iway.com

NALAO - Namibian Association of Local Authority Officers

P O Box 2721, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 240 914

www.nalao.org.na

CITY OF WINDHOEK EMERGENCY SERVICES

Windhoek Fire Station

Tel: +264 61 211 111

Maxuilili Fire Station

Tel: +264 61 212 265

Diaz Street Fire Station

Tel: +264 61 250 084 / 446

Namibian Police

Tel: +264 61 10 111

City Police

Tel: +264 61 290 2239 / 2018 (All hours)

Toll Free Number: +264 61 302 302

Electricity Failures

Tel: +264 290 2452 / 53 / 54

Water and Sewage

Tel: +264 61 290 2402 / 2162 / 2423

City of Traffic Management Services

Tel: +264 61 290 2722 /

+264 61 258 473

MUNICIPAL SERVICES

Customer service officer

Tel: +264 61 290 2690 / 2568

ACCOUNTS ENQUIRIES

Town House

Tel: +264 61 290 2105 / +264 61 290 2224

Soweto Office

Tel: +264 61 290 2766 / 2733

Wanaheda Office

Tel: +264 61 290 2723

Okuryangava Office

Tel: +264 290 3145 / 6

Tel: +264 61 290 2219 / 3777

Khomasdal Office

Tel: +264 61 290 2536/7/8

Debt Management Division

Credit Control

Tel: +264 61 290 2069

ANIMALS

Chief Health Services

Tel: +264 61 290 2496

BUILDING CONTROL

Building Control

Tel: +264 61 290 2772

BUILDING PLANS

Chief Building Inspector

Tel: +264 61 290 3586 / +264 61 290 2603

BUS SERVICES

Bus Services

Tel: +264 61 290 2505 / 2528

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT RESEARCH

Analyst

Tel: +264 61 290 2024

BUSINESS PROMOTION AND LIAISON

Analyst: Investment Promotion, Business Development and Liaison

Tel: +264 61 290 2577

Email: invest@windhoekcc.org.na

International dialling code: +264

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION

Manager: Community Development

Tel: +264 61 290 3601

Project Coordinator: Youth Development and Training

Tel: +264 61 290 3152

Project Coordinator: Social Welfare

Tel: +264 61 290 3510

Project Coordinator: Settlement Development

Tel: +264 61 290 3153

Project Coordinator: Public Participation

Tel: +264 61 290 2795

OTHER MUNICIPALITIES

Arandis Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Mr. Kapenda

Private Bag 7002, Arandis

Tel: +264 64 512 415

Email: communications@atc.com.na www.arandistown.com

Aranos Village

Mayor:

Cllr. H J Baffrath

P O Box 157, Aranos

Tel: +264 63 272 051 / 55

Email: shirley@aranostc.org www.aranostc.org

Aroab Village Council

Chairperson:

Mrs. Alaoyse Coetzee

P O Box 51, Aroab

Tel: +264 63 280 513

Email: aroabvc@iway.na

Berseba Village Council

Chairperson:

Ms. Felicia Mutenga

Private Bag 2043, Keetmanshoop

Tel: +264 63 257 033

Email: councilberseba@gmail.com

Bethanie Village Council

Chairperson:

Mr. Diedrek Frederik

P O Box 74, Bethanie

Tel: +264 63 283 006

Email: slvmotinga27@gmail.com

Eenhana Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Mori-onn Kuvandje

Private Bag 88007, Eenhana

Tel: +264 65 290 600

Email: mueshi@eenhanatc.com.na

Gibeon Village Council

Chairperson:

Cllr. Paul Isaak

Private Bag 1001, Gibeon

Tel: +264 63 251 014

Email: Silasmonica97@gmail.com

Gobabis Municipality

Mayor: Mrs. Melba Tjozongoro

P O Box 33, Gobabis

Tel: +264 62 577 300

Email: info@gobabis.org

www.gobabis.org

Gochas Village Council

Chairperson:

Angelika Vries

P O Box 103, Gochas

Tel: +264 63 250 019

Email: gochasvc@gmail.com

Grootfontein Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Ms T Garise

P O Box 23, Grootfontein

Tel: +264 67 243 101

Helao Nafidi Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Darius Shaalukeni

Private Bag 503, Helao Nafidi

Tel: +264 65 260 000

Email: martha@helaonafidi.org

Henties Bay Municipality

Mayor:

Mr. His Worship L J Vermaak

P O Box 61, Henties Bay

Tel: +264 64 502 000

Email: Mayor@hbaymun.com.na

Kalkrand Village Council

Chairperson:

Mr. Simeon Martin

P O Box 5, Kalkrand

Tel: +264 63 264 005

Email: Acckalkvc@iway.na

Kamanjab Village Council

Chairperson:

Ms. Elsie /Goagoses

P O Box 81, Kamanjab

Tel: +264 67 330 051

Karasburg Municipality

Mayor:

Ms Maria Veldskoen

P.O.Box 33, Krasburg

Tel: +264 63 270 032

Email: karasburgm@iway.na

International dialling code: +264

Karibib Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Davey Van Wyk

P O Box 19, Karibib

Tel: +264 64 550 016

Email: pa2ceo@karibibtown.org

Katima Mulilo Municipality

Mayor:

Hon. Lista Shamalaza

Private Bag 5009, Katima Mulilo

Tel: +264 66 261 500

Email: ishamalaza@kmtc.org.na

Keetmanshoop Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Mr. Maxdonald Hanse

Private Bag 2125, Keetmanshoop

Tel: +264 63 221 211

Email: info@khpmun.com

www.keetmaansmunicipality.org.na

Khorixas Muncipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Eben Haogob (Acting CEO)

Private Bag 2005, Khorixas

Tel: +264 67 331 057

Köes Village Council

Chairperson:

Mr. Willie Humphries

P O Box 68, Köes

Tel: +264 63 252 747

Email: koesvc@iway.na

Leonardville Village Council Chairperson:

Mr. Rudolf Shomonguula

P O Box 56, Leonardville

Tel: +264 62 569 115

Email: leonard@iway.na

Lüderitz Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Anna Marie Hatzenberg

P O Box 19, Lüderitz

Tel: +264 63 207 800 www.luderitz.com

Maltahöhe Village Council Chairperson

Hon. Anna Swartbooi

P O Box 98, Maltahöhe

Tel: +264 63 293 048

Mariental Municipality

Mayor:

Hon. Cherien Kock

P O Box 110, Mariental

Tel: +264 63 245 600

Nkurenkuru Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Mr. Josef Mutei

P O Box 6004, Nkurenkuru

Tel: +264 66 258 089

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

Email: info@kurenkurupc.com.na

Okahandja Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Natasha Brinkman

P O Box 15, Okahandja

Tel: +264 62 505 100

Email: mayor@okh.org.na

www.okahandja.org.na

Okahao Town Council

Mayor:

Cllr. Hon. Cornelia Iiyambula

P O Box 699, Okahao

Tel: +264 65 252 204

Email: s.n.iiuela@okahaotc.com.na

Okakarara Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Olga Tjiurute

P O Box 2104, Windhoek

Tel: +264 67 317 084

Email: okakararatc@gmail.com

Omaruru Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Roger Nautoro

P O Box 14, Omaruru

Tel: +264 64 570 028

Otjiwarango Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr, Gottliep Shivute

Private Bag 2209, Otjiwarongo

Tel: +264 61 302 231

Email: enquiries@otjimun.org.na

Rundu Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Gabriel Kanyanga

Private Bag 2128, Rundu

Tel: +264 66 266 400

Email: Kanyanga@rundutown.org

www.runducity.iway.na

Swakopmund Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Dina Namubes

P O Box 53, Swakopmund

Tel: +264 64 410 4111

Email: dhanes@swkmun.com.na www.swkmun.com.na

Usakos Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Gustav G. !Hoaeb

P O Box 67, Usakos

Tel: +264 64 530 023

Email: usakos@iway.na

Walvis Bay Municipality

Mayor:

Cllr. Travino Forbes

Private Bag 5017, Walvis Bay

Tel: +264 64 201 3111

Email: pr@walvisbaycc.org.na

www.walvisbaycc.org.na

Embassies, High Commissions in Namibia, Namibian Missions Abroad & Consulars Representatives

Algeria

EMBASSY OF THE PEOPLE’S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF ALGERIA

96 Joseph Mukwayu Ithana Street, Ludwigsdorf, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 221 507

Fax: +264 61 236 376

Email: info@embassyofalgerianamibia.org

www.embassyofalgeria-namibia.org

NAMIBIAN MISSION ABROAD

EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA

Ambassador: H.E. Dr. Panduleni

Kaino Shingenge

Lot 16a, Bir Droudja Poirson, El Biar

Alger

Tel: + 213 23 053 802 / 04

Fax: + 213 23 053 803

Email: algiers@mirco.gov.na

Angola

EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF ANGOLA

3 Dr. Agostinho Neto Street, Ausspannplatz, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 227 535

Fax: + 264 61 221 498

Email: embaixada.namibia@mirex. gov.ao

NAMIBIAN MISSION ABROAD

EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA

Ambassador: H.E. Mr. Patrick Nandago & Mrs. Nandago

Rua Da Liberdade No. 20, Vila Alice, Angola

Tel: +244 222 321 241 / 952 / 136

Fax: +244 222 322 008 / 323 848

Email: Luanda@mirco.gov.na

CONSUL GENERALS

CONSULATE GENERALONDJIVA

Rua 28 De Agosto, Pionero Zeca, Ondjiva

Tel: +244 943 78 3377

Fax: +244 265 25 00 27

Email: ondjiva@mirco.gov.na

CONSULATE GENERALMENONGUE

Kuando Kubango Province, 93 Rua Wapossoka Street, Menongue, Angola

Tel: +244 947 783 936 / 389 588

Fax: +244 88 655 8828

menongue@mirco.gov.na / menongueconsul@gmail.com

ANGOLA (OSHAKATI)

CONSULATE GENERAL OF THE REPUBLIC OF ANGOLA IN OSHAKATI

Dr. Agostinho Neto Rd., Erf. 0009, 2nd Floor, Oshakati West, Namibia

Tel: +264 65 221 799

Fax: +264 65 222 050

Email: consuladogeral.oshakati@ yahoo.com.br

ANGOLA (RUNDU)

Dr. Agostinho Neto Rd., Rundu, Namibia

Tel: +264 66 255 782

Fax: +264 66 255 372 / 755

Email: consuladogeneral.rundu@ mirex.gov.ao

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Angola - Huila, Cuando Cubango & Benguela Provinces

Avenida, Lopes Alves S/N, Lubango, Angola

Tel: +244 261 22 4410 / 11

Fax: +244 261 22 4412

Email: hconsulatenamibia@gmail. com

Australia

HONORARY CONSUL OF AUSTRALIA

56 Chalcedoon Street, Eros Park, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 300 194

Cell: +264 81 283 4629

Fax: +264 61 88 640 002

Email: australian.consulate. namibia@gmail.com www.southafrica.embassy.gov.au

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

New South Wales, Victoria, Australian Capital Territory, NSW 2088

Tel: +61 28 005 8554

Cell:+61 416 107 581

Fax: +61 416 107 581

Email: antonio@ namibianconsulaustralia.com.au

Austria

NAMIBIAN MISSION ABROAD

Ambassador: H.E. Mrs. Nada Kruger

Embassy / Permanent Mission of The Republic of Namibia Zuckerkandlgasse 2 A-1190, Vienna

Tel: +431 402 9371 / 2 / 3

Fax: +431 402 9370

Email: nam.emb.vienna@speed.at / vienna@mirco.gov.na www.embnamibia.at

HONORARY CONSULATE OF AUSTRIA

27 Hella Kuppe Street, Kleine Kuppe, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 81 145 0095

Cell: +264 81 124 4345

Fax: +264 61 222 159

Email: hgk.windhoek@gmail.com / huntingfarm.aurora@gmail.com www.bmeia.gv.at/en/ambassy/ pretoria

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Upper Austria & Tirol Goethestrasse 54 4020, Linz, Austria

Tel: +43 664 422 13 80

Fax: +43 662 4598 96 33

Austria - Saltzburg Wiener Philharmonikergasse 2, 5020, Salzburg, Austria

Tel: +43 662 8412 60

Fax: +43 662 8412 60

Email: iwienberger@eunet.at

Bangladesh

HIGH COMMISSION OF THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF BANGLADESH

410 Farenden Street Sunnyside, Pretoria, 0002, RSA

Tel: +27 12 343 2105 / 7

Fax: +27 12 343 5222

Email: bangladeshpta@iburst.co.za Belarus

HONORARY

CONSULATE OF THE REPUBLIC OF BELARUS

Unit 4, Shiloh Heights, Kleine Kuppe, Windhoek, Namibia

Cell: +264 81 399 7430

Email: fidel.iipumbu@gmail.com / fidel@unistrat.com.na

Belgium

HONORARY

CONSULATE OF THE KINGDOM OF BELGIUM

12 Love Street, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 383 300 / 383 301

Cell: +264 85 272 737

Fax: +264 61 230 011

Email: fidel.iipumbu@gmail.com / fidel@unistrat.com.na

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO BELGIUM & EU

Ambassador: H.E. Dr. Mekondjo

Kaapanda-Girnus

Avenue De Tervueren 454 B1150, Brussels, Belgium

Tel: +32 2 771 1410

Fax: +32 2 771 9689

Email: nam.emb@brutele.be / brussels@mirco.gov.na

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Belgium - Namur

La Boverie, Rue Du Chauffour, 4, 5032, Isnes Les Dames, Belgium

Tel: +32 81 223261

Cell: +32 81 223261

Fax: +32 475 77 80 77

Email: info@cicade.com

Botswana

HIGH COMMISSION

OF THE REPUBLIC OF BOTSWANA

101 Nelson Mandela Avenue, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 221 941 / 2 / 7

Fax: +264 61 236 034

Email: botnam@gov.bw / mmabutho@gov.bw

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO BOTSWANA & SADC

High Commissioner: H. E. Mr. Asser Kapere

Plot 54774 / 6 Morara Close, Gaborone, Botswana

Tel: +267 390 2181

Fax: +267 390 2248

Email: namibhc@btcmail.co.bw / gaborone@mirco.gov.na

International dialling code: +264

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

Brazil

EMBASSY OF THE FEDERATIVE REPUBLIC OF BRAZIL

Simeon Lineekele Shixungileni Street, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 237 368 / 9

Fax: +264 61 233 389

Email: brasemb.windhoek@ itamaraty.gov.br

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO BRAZIL

Ambassador: H.E. Mr. Mbapeua

Muvangua

Shis Qi 09, Conjunto 08, Casa 11, Lago Sul, Brasilia DF, Cep: 71625080

Tel: +55 61 3248 6274 / 7621

Fax: +55 61 3248 7135

Email: info@embassyofnamibia. org.br / brasilia@mirco.gov.na

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Rio De Janeiro

Rua Do Carmo, No. 6 Sala 901 / 905, Rj-Cep 20011-020, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil

Tel: +800 333 3336

Email: counselor@ consuladonamibia.rio.br

Sao Paulo

R. Isaac Kraslichik, Aqua Branca, 05036-165, Brazil

Tel: +55 11 99966 5706

Email: namibiaconsul@gmail.com

Bulgaria

HONORARY

CONSULATE OF THE REPUBLIC OF BULGARIA

17 Kuaima Riruako Street, Windhoek West, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 246 333

Cell: +264 81 698 7950

Fax: +264 61 246 333

Email: mmihaylov@ymail.com

Canada

HONORARY

CONSULATE OF CANADA

4 Eadie Street, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 251 254

Fax: +264 61 251 686

Email: canada@mweb.com.na

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Ontario

424-139 Father David Bauer, Dr Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, N2l6l1

Tel: +519 2586 1339

Fax: +519 578 7799

Email: walter@ mcleanandassociates.ca

China

EMBASSY OF THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA

28 Hebenstreit Street, Ludwigsdorf, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 402 598

Fax: +264 61 402 655

Email: chinaemb_na@mfa.gov.cn www.na.chineseembassy.org

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO CHINA

Ambassador: H.E. Dr. Elia George Kaiyamo

2-9--2 Ta Yuan, Diplomatic Office Building, Beijing 100600, China

Tel: +86 10 653 22211

Tel: +86 10 653 24810

Fax: +86 10 653 24549

Email: namemb@eastnet.com.cn / beijing@mirco.gov.na

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Hong Kong & Macau

Unit 02, 13th Floor, Kin Tak Fung

Commercial Builiding, 467 - 473

Hennessy Road, Hong Kong

Tel: +852 2586 1339

Fax: +852 2877 1264

Email: namibia1990@gmail.com www.e.conculate.org

Congo (DRC)

EMBASSY OF THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO

Simeon Lineekele Shixungileni Street, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 256 287

Fax: +264 61 256 286

Email: missionrdcwindhoekdeux@ gmail.com

HONORARY CONSULATE OF THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO

51-55 Werner List Street, Güttenberg Plaza, Office 14, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 277 820 / 800

Fax: +264 61 377 470

Email:haddis@united.com.na

International dialling code: +264

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO CONGO (DRC)

Ambassador: H.E. Mr. Simeon Uulenga

138 Boulevard Du, 30 Juin

Tel: +243 81 555 9840 / 1

Fax: +243 81 555 9842 / 3

Email: namembassy_drc@yahoo. com / namembassy_drc@vodanet. cd / kinshasa@mirco.gov.na

Congo (Republic)

EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF CONGO

9 Marien N’Gouabi Street, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 257 517 / 253328

Fax: +264 61 240 796

Email: embcongo@iway.na

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO CONGO (REPUBLIC)

Ambassador: H.E. Mr. Sipapela Cletius Sipapela

6 Sixieme Impasse, De La L’ Avenue, De La 12 Division Blindee, Centreville Brazzaville

Tel: +242 6 466 668

Email: namibiaembassycongo@ gmail.com

Croatia

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Zagreb, Srebrnjak 124c, 10000 Zagreb Hrvatska, Croatia

Tel: +385 464 5208

Email: ante.namibija@gmail.com

Cuba

EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF CUBA

37 Quenta Street, Ludwigsdorf, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 227 072

Fax: +264 61 231 584

Email: embajada@cubanembassy. net

www.missiones.minrex.gob.cu/ namibia

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO CUBA

Ambassador: H.E. Mr. Samuel / Goagoseb

Calle 36 # 504, E/,5ta Y 5ta A. Miramar, Playa, La Havana

Tel: +53 7 204 1430 / 28

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

Fax: +53 7 204 1431

Email: namembassycuba@hotmail. com

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO CUBA

Ambassador: H.E. Mr. Samuel / Goagoseb

Calle 36 # 504, E/,5ta Y 5ta A.

Miramar, Playa, La Havana

Tel: +53 7 204 1430 / 28

Fax: +53 7 204 1431

Email: namembassycuba@hotmail. com / havana@mirco.gov.na

Cyprus

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Nicosia, 12 Kretes Street, 1st Floor, 1060 Nicosia, Cyprus

Tel: +357 22 762 213

Fax: +357 22 766 563

Email: c.tymvios@bhsdiagnostics. com

Czech Republic

HONORARY CONSULATE OF THE CZECH REPUBLIC

10 Fristche Street, Pioneerspark, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 243 583

Cell: +264 81 128 2523

Email: ndodolo@gmail.com

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Prague

Praha 1, Nove Mesto Palackeho

715/15 Psc 110 00, Prague

Tel: +420 739 583 561

Email: info@csnk.cz / petrasek@ akpes.cz

Denmark

HONORARY

CONSULATE OF THE KINGDOM OF DENMARK

39 Schanzen Weg, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 230 526

Cell: +264 81 1243 239

Fax: +264 61 258 278

Email: klaend@umgate.dk / isoapp@umgate.dk

Egypt

EMBASSY OF THE ARAB REPUBLIC OF EGYPT

10 Berg Street Klein Windhoek Windhoek Namibia

Tel.: +264 61 221501

Fax: +264 61 228856

embassy.windhoek@mfa.gov.eg

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO EGYPT

Ambassador: H.E. Mr. Vilio H

Hifindaka

Villa No. 59, Road 13, Maadi, Cairo, Egypt

Tel: +202 235 896 49 / 2358 9652 / 3

Fax: +202 235 981 70

Email: cairo@mirco.gov.na

Estonia

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Tallinn, Tina Tänav 26-1, 10126

Tallinn, Estonia

Tel: +372 591 995 20 / +372 684 1400

Email: folcelli@gmail.com

Eswatini

HONORARY

CONSULATE OF THE KINGDOM OF ESWATINI

Unit 4, Bonsec Heights, 6 Feld

Street, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 81 382 7041

Fax: +264 61 81 448 6034

Email: mamsy.consulate@yahoo. com

Ethiopia

HONORARY

CONSULATE OF ETHIOPIA

51-55 Werner List Street, Güttenberg Plaza, Office 14, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 277 820 / 800

Fax: +264 61 377 470

Email: jebomartha@hotmail.com

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO ETHIOPIA & AU

Ambassador: H.E. Mrs. Emilia

Mkusa

Bole Sub Cit Woreda, 3 House, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Tel: +2511 1 611 966

Fax: +2511 1 661 2677

Email: nam.emb@telecom.net.et / namibia.embassy@yahoo.com

European Union

Street & Robert Mugabe Avenue, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 202 6000 / 6202

Fax: +264 61 202 6224

Email: delegation-namibia@eeas.

europa.eu

www.delnam.ec.europa.eu

Finland

EMBASSY OF FINLAND

2 Crohn Street, C/O Banhoff Street, Windhoek Namibia

Tel: +264 61 221 355

Fax: +264 61 221 349

Email: sanomat.win@formin.fi

www.finlandabroad.fi/namibia

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO FINLAND

Ambassador: H. E. Mr. Charles B.

Josob

Unioninkatu 18 00130, Helsinki, Finland

Tel: +358 108 509 700 / +358 108 509 780

Email: info@namembassy.fi

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Helsinki

Laajalahdentie 16 A7, 0330

Helsinki, Finland

Tel: +358 40 596 4022

Email: elomaa@kolumbus.fi

www.kolumbus.fi/namiaconsul

Pirkanmaa Region

Soukonlahdentie 37560, Lempaala, Finland

Tel: +358 3 3671318

Cell: +358 40 5589883

France

EMBASSY OF THE FRENCH REPUBLIC

24 Willemien Street, Ludwigsdorf, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 276 700

Fax: +264 61 276 710

Email: cad.windhoek-amba@ diplomatie.gouv.fr

HONORARY CONSULATE OF THE FRENCH REPUBLIC

49, Mandume Ndemufayo, Walvis Bay, Namibia

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO FRANCE

Ambassador: H. E. Mr. Albertus !Aochamub

42 Rue Boileau, 75016 Paris, France

Tel: +33 1 44 17 3265 / 76

Fax: +33 1 44 17 3273

Email: info@embassyofnamibia. fr / invest@embassyofnamibia.fr / namparis@embasyof namibia.fr www.embassyofnamibia.fr

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Alsace Region (Colmar)

10 A Rue Victor Schoelcher 68000, Colmar, France

Tel: +33 3898 00455

Email: jean.klinkert@adt.alsace

Germany

EMBASSY OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF GERMANY

Sanlam Center, 6th Floor 154 Independence Avenue, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 273 100 / 133

Fax: +264 61 273 118 / 222 981

Fax Amb.’S Office: +264 61 273 118

Email: info@windhoek.diplo.de www.windhoek.diplo.de

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO GERMANY

Ambassador: H. E. Mr. Martin Andjaba

Reichsstrasse 17, 14052 Berlin, Germany

Tel: +49 30 254 0950

Fax: +49 30 254 09555

Email: info@namibia-botschaft.de / berlin@mirco.gov.na www.namibia-botschaft.de

COMMERCIAL COUNSELLOR:

Tel: +49 30 2540 9512

Fax: +49 30 254 09555

Email: commerce@namibiabotschaft.de

TOURISM MANAGER:

Schiller Strasse 42-44, D-60313, Frankfurt Am Main

Tel.: +49 69 133 7360

Fax: +49 69 133 73615

Email: info@namibia-tourism.com

DELEGRATION OF THE EUROPEAN UNION

Europe House, Cnr. 2 Newton

Tel: +264 64 220 374

Fax: +264 61 88 619 548

International dialling code: +264

CONSULAR, IMMIGRATION & CIVIC AFFAIRS MINISTER COUNSELLOR:

Tel: +49 30 254095 31 / 32

Fax: +49 30 25409 552

Email: visa@namibia-botschaft.de

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Free Hanseatic City Of Bremen

Schillerstrasse 22, 27568

Bremerhaven, Germany

Tel: +49 471 9413508

Cel: +49 1 723 614 720

Fax: +49 471 417617

Email: Uwe.Beckmeyer@T-Online. De

FREE HANSEATIC CITY OF HAMBURG

Trostbrucke 1, 20437, Hamburg, Germany

Tel: +49 40 3609 7052

Cell: +49 175 5823 532

Email: Honorarkonsul-NamibiaHamburg@Witenburg-Cf.Com

FEDERAL STATE OF BADEN WURTTEMBERG

Trostbrucke 1, 20437, Hamburg, Germany

Tel: +49 7392 964911

Cell: +49 172 9100 772

Fax: +49 7392 964929

Email: mail@dst-laupheim.de

FEDERAL STATE OF LOWER SAXONY

Rethener Kirchweg 10, 30880

Hannover-Laatzen, Germany

Tel: +511 86 02 9800

Fax: +511 84 89 55 99

Email: info@namibia-hannover.de

FEDERAL STATE OF THURINGIA

Blosenburgstrasse 4, 99096 Erfurt, Germany

Tel: +49 3 61 / 60 0560

Fax: +49 3 61 / 6005610

Email: ra.bettina.haase@gmail.com

FEDERAL STATE OF NORTHRHINE-WESTPHALIA (RECKLINGHAUSEN)

Julie-Postel Strasse 78m

Recklinghausen - Herten, Germany

Tel: +49 023 66 93 8160

Email: udo.wolter@t-online.de

Ghana

HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF GHANA

5 Nelson Mandela Avenue, Klein

Windhoek Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: 264 61 221341/2

Fax: +264 61 221343

Email: ghmissio@mweb.com.na

www.ghanahighcommission.com.na

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO GHANA

Ambassador: H. E. Mr. Selma

Ashipala-Musavyi

No. 21 Nortei-Ababio Street, Airport Residential

Tel: +233 302 799764 / 765

Fax: +233 302 788438

Email: accra@mirco.gov.na / kadox2785@gmail.com

Greece

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Athens, Papaflessa 26, Neo

Psychiko, 15451 Athens, Attika, Greece

Tel: +306 944 151 101

Email: alexandros.iliadi@gmail.com

Hungary

HONORARY

CONSULATE OF THE REPUBLIC OF HUNGARY

8 Scorpio Street Dorado Park

Extension1, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 223 175 / 220 450

Cell: +264 81 124 7493

Fax: +264 61 223 175

Email: trepper@iway.na

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Budapest

H – 1124 Budapest, Vércse Utca 2/C, Hungary

Tel: +36 1 319 0916

Cell: +36 30 43 76542 / 77086

Email: consul@namibia.hu / erik.molnar@namibconsul.t-online. hu / info@namibia.hu / office@namibconsl.t-online.hu

Iceland

HONORARY

CONSULATE OF ICELAND

Schwerinshaus, 8 Schwewinsburg Strasse, Luxury Hill, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 222 332

Fax: +264 61 222 621

Email: bdesilva@me.com

India

HIGH COMMISSION OF INDIA

97 Nelson Mandela Avenue, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 226 037 / +264 61 228 433

Fax: +264 61 237 320

Email: hc. windhoek@mea.gov.in / hoc.windhoek@mea.gov.in www.hciwindhoek.gov.in

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO INDIA

High Commissioner: H. E. Mr. Gabriel Sinimbo

B-9/6, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi 110057, India

Tel: +91 11 261 403 89 / 0890 / 4772

Fax: +91 11 261 461 20

Email: nam@nhcdelhi.com / newdelhi@mirco.gov.na

Indonesia

EMBASSY OF REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA

103 Nelson Mandela Avenue, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 285 1000 /

+264 61 225 936

Fax: +264 61 285 1231

Email: kbri@iafrica.com.na

www.kemlu.go.id/windhoek

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Jakarta

Jalan Maribaya, Blok G2 No.4 Pruri Cinere, Limo, Depok 16514, Indonesia

Tel: +62 21 754 2938

Cell: +62 81 816 0510 / +62 87 876 252 165

Fax: +62 21 754 7362

Email: yw-junardy@yahoo.com

Iran

EMBASSY OF THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN

No. 4 Breiting Street, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 2497 00

Fax: +264 61 304 026 / 266 420

Email: iranemb.wdh@mfa.ir

Israel

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Tel Aviv

C/O Carmel Chemicals Ltd., Melach Ha’aretz Street Atlit, State of Israel

Tel: +972 049 549 688 / +972 052 612 2582

Fax: +972 04 954 9639

Email: visanamisr@gmail.com

Italy

HONORARY

CONSULATE OF ICELAND

24 Schanzenweg, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 85 308 8570

International dialling code: +264

Cell: +264 81 308 8570

Email: italynamibia@gmail.com

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Milan, Lombardy & Piedmont

Via Privata Monte Altissimo 1, 20156, Milano, Italy

Tel: +39 02 04041

Fax: +39 02 454 766 27

Email: info@lanamibia.it / johannesen@lanamibia.it Jamaica

HONORARY CONSULATE OF JAMAICA

46a Dr. Marcus Garvey Street, Ludwigsdorf, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 238 288 / +264 852 064 065

Fax: +264 61 271 374

Email: jhcon.nam@afol.com.na

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Kingston

1 Downer Ave Kingston 5, Jamaica

Tel: +1 876 978 6011 / +1 876 817 6162

Fax: +1 876 978 1532

Email: errol.morrison@cwjamaica. com

Japan

EMBASSY OF JAPAN

78 Sam Nujoma Drive, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 426 700

Fax: +264 61 426 749

Email: info@wh.mofa.go.jp

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO JAPAN

Ambassador: Mr. Morven M. Luswenyo

3-5-7 Amerex Builiding, 4th Floor Azabudai, Minato-Ku, Tokyo, 106 0041, Japan

Tel: +81 3 6426 5460

Fax: +81 3 6426 5461

Email: embassy@namibiatokyo. or.jp / tokyo@mirco.gov.na

Kenya

HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF KENYA

5th Floor, Kenya House, No. 134 Robert Mugabe Avenue, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 226 836 / 225 900

Fax: +264 61 221 409

Email: kenyanet@mweb.co.na

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Nairobi & Kisumu Counties

Piedmont Plaza 671, Ngong Road

Nairobi, Kenya

Tel: +254 722 514 367

Email: maxwell.honconsul@yahoo. com

Libya

EMBASSY OF LIBYA

8 Conrad Rust Street, Ludwigsdorf, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 234 454

Fax: +264 61 234 464

Email: libya_emb_na@foreign. gov.ly

Lithuania

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Juozapavičiaus Pr., 112 Kaunas, Lithuania

Tel: +37 061 545 577

Email: vraskinis@gmail.com

Luxembourg

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Villade Heisdorf, 51 Rue De La Forêt Verte 7340, Heisdorf, Luxembourg

Tel: +352 32 78321

Fax: +352 32 7832 854

Email: info@rotarex.com

Skopje

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Naroden Front Street 13-3/2, 1000 Skopje, Macedonia

Tel: +389 2 311 8081

Cell: +389 70858

Email: dbabmov@davosinvest. com.mk

Madagascar

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Antananarivo, Lot 20 11, Andrefan

Antanimora Antananarivo 101, Madagascar

Tel: +261 32 05 749 22

Email: dg@arbiochem.mg

Malaysia

HIGH COMMISSION OF MALAYSIA

63 Jan Jonker Road, Klein

Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 259 342 / 344

Fax: +264 61 259 343

Email: mwwindhoek@kln.gov.my www.kln.gov.my

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO MALAYSIA

High Commissioner: H. E. Mr. Herman P. Diamonds

Suite 15-01, Level 15, Menara Hla, No. 3 Jalan Kia Peng, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Tel: +60 3 216 46520

Fax: +60 3 216 88790 / 88657 / 28950

Email: namhckl@streamyx.com / kualalumpur@mirco.gov.na

Malta

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Valletta

15 Republic Street, Valletta, Vlt 1110, Malta

Tel: +356 212 44847 / 24104

Fax: +356 212 24171

Email: efp@colliswilliams.com

Mauritania

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Tevgh Zeina, Zone Universite Ilot 213, Nouackchott, Republic of Islamique De Mauritanie

Tel: +222 46 4120 59

Email: medisdahmedl@yahoo.com

Mauritius

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Port Louis, Magilyn Ltee, Rivercourt Rovercourt, Saint Denis Street, Port Louis, Mauritius

Tel: +230 2110 361

Fax: +230 2110 214

Email: namibiaconsulate@internet.

mu

Mozambique

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Maputo, Olof Palme, 2nd Floor Flat 203, Central Neighbourhood

Tel: +258 84 510 5155

Email: jorfazendeiro@gmail.com

Netherlands

HONORARY

Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 223 733

Fax: +264 61 223 732

Email: honconsulnl@ namibianederland.net www.namibianederland.net

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Rotterdam

Concordiaweg 43 4206, Ba

Gorinchem, The Netherlands

Tel: +31 183 62 99 32

Fax: +31 183 62 99 34

Email: jasperbv@planet.nl

Woerden

Wettersicht”, Nes 6, 3445 Az Woerden, The Netherlands

Tel: +31 348 410 785

Fax: +31 348 410 747

Email: honconsulnam@equipworld. wide.nl

Nigeria

HIGH COMMISSION OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA

4 General Murtala Muhammed Avenue, Eros Park, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 232103 / 4 / 5

Fax: +264 61 221639

Email: nigeria.windhoek@ foreignaffairs.gov.ng www.nhcwindhoek.org

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO NIGERIA

High Commissioner: H. E. Mr. Humphrey D. Geiseb

No. 16 T. Y. Danjuma Street, Asokoro District, P. M. B. 5097, Wuse Zone 3, Abuja, Nigeria

Tel: +234 9 780 944 1 / 780 548 5

Emergency: +234 706 816 290 9 Email: info@namibiahc.com.ng / abuja@mirco.gov.na www.namibiahc.com.ng

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Lagos

8b Adeleke Adedeyin Street

Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria

Tel: +234 454 1123

Email: janosike@chumanco.com

Norway

HONORARY CONSULATE OF NORWAY

39 Schanzen Weg, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 258 278

Fax: +264 61 230 528

Email: klaus@appiah-endresen. com / admin@appiah-endresen. com

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Rogaland

Hommersakveien 250 431, Norway

Tel: +47 900 48086

Email: Terje.Wester@Fatland.No

Oslo

Lille Huseby Vei 6b 0379, Oslo, Norway

Tel: +47 928 43159

Email: Khersti@Isandi.No

Panama

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Molon Tower, 5th Floor Aquilino De La Guardia Street, Panama

Tel: +507 2646 405

Fax: +507 2646 428

Email: javespinosa@aserlaw.com

Manila

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

106 Wilson Terrace Greenhills, San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines

Tel: +632 727 7453

Fax: +632 722 7605

Email: william@icct.edu.ph www.icct.edu.ph

Poland

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Warsaw, Ul. Modlinska 335e 03-151, Warszawa, Poland

Tel: +48 22 424 5736

Fax: +48 22 435 6481

Portugal

CONSULATE OF THE KINGDOM OF NETHERLANDS

03 Schutzen Street, Klein

International dialling code: +264

EMBASSY OF THE PORTUGUESE REPUBLIC

No. 4 Karin Street, Ludwigsdorf, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 259 791

Fax: +264 61 259 792

Email: windhoek@mne.pt

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

HONORARY CONSULATE OF PORTUGAL

Hotel Safari, Crn. Auas & Aviation Road, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 296 8000

Fax: +264 61 249 300

Email: court@safarihotelsnamibia www.safarihotelsnamibia.com

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Largo Das Palmeiras, 10, 1050-168, Lisbon, Portugal

Tel: +351 21 330 56 00

Fax: +351 21 352 94 83

Email: Rogeriotavares@ Interlegalace.Eu

District of Porto

Avenida Marechal Gomes Da Costa, 806 4150-355, Porto, Portugal

Tel: +351 962 000 000 / +351 910 212 221

Email: consul@porto.pt

Romania

HONORARY CONSULATE OF ROMANIA

12 Daphne Hassenjager Street, Olympia, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 224 106

Russian Federation

EMBASSY OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION

4 Christian Street, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 228 671 / 231 261 / 231 690

Fax: +264 61 229 061

Email: rusembnamib@mid.ru

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO RUSSIAN FEDERATION

Ambassador: H. E. Mr. Clemens H. Kashuupulwa

2nd Kazachy Lane, House No. 7, Moscow, Russia

Tel: +7 499 230 3275 / 2041

Fax: +7 499 230 2274

Email: moscow@mirco.gov.na / info@namibian-embassy.ru www.namibian-embassy.ru

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Republic of Tatarstan - Kazan

Tel: +7 905 021 49 67

Fax: +7 843 269 08 68

Email: alexmezyaev@gmail.com

Rwanda

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Lloyd’s Solution Limited, Offcie No. 354 Copcom House

Tel: +250 780 329 825

Email: alexmezyaev@gmail.com

Scotland

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

10 Greenhill Place Edinburg, Eh10 4br Scotland, UK

Tel: +44 07 968 97 296

Fax: +44 0131 668 31 84

Email: rachel.wood@ed.ac.uk

Senegal

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO SENEGAL

High Commissioner: H. E. Mr. Elvis T. Shiweda

143 Ancienne Piste, Sotrac Mermoz, Dakar, Senegal

Tel: +221 33 859 2321

Fax: +221 33 860 1341

Email: dakar@mirco.gov.na / wdhk11dakar@gmail.com

South Africa

HIGH COMMISSION

OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA

RSA House, Cnr. Jan Jonker & Nelson Mandela Avenue, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 205 7111

Fax: +264 61 224 140

Email: windhoek@mne.pt

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO SOUTH AFRICA

High Commissioner: H. E. Mr. Veiccoh K. Nghiwete

197 Blackwood Street, Arcadia, Pretoria

Tel: +27 12 481 9100

Fax: +29 12 343 7294 / 344 5998

Email: secretary@namibia.org.za / pretoria@mirco.gov.na

Commercial Counsellor: Mr. Henoch Ramakhutla

Tel: +27 12 343 3060

Fax: +27 12 343 8924

Email: namibcommoff@icon.co.za

TOURISM MANAGER:

No.1 Orchard Land, Revonia, Johannesburg

Tel: +27 11 785 4626

Fax: +27 11 327 1020

Cape Town, Ground Floor, Main Tower, Standard Bank Centre, Adderley Street

Tel: +27 21 419 3190 / 1 / 2

Fax: +27 21 421 5840

Email: namibia@saol.com

CONSUL-GENERAL:

Consulate General - Cape Town 25th Floor

Tel: +27 21 419 2810

9 Riebeek Street

Fax: +27 21 418 1517

Atterbury House

Fax: +27 21 418 1472

Email: info@namibiaconsulate. co.za / capetown@mirco.gov.na

Sweden

HONORARY CONSULATE OF THE KINGDOM OF SWEDEN

39 Schanzen Road, Lüderitz, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 258 278

Fax: +264 61 230 528

Email: klaus@appiah-endresen. com / admin@appiah-endresen. com

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO SWEDEN

Ambassador: H. E. Mr. George M. Liswaniso

Luntmakargatan 86-88, 11351

Stocholm, Sweden

Tel: +46 8 442 9800 / 442 9805

Fax: +46 81 612 66 55

Email: info@embassyofnamibia.se / stockholm@mirco.gov.na www.embassyofnamibia.se

Serbia

HONORARY CONSUL OF SERBIA

Erf No. 12, Rabenweg, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 244 511

Email: Nenkete5@Gmail.Com

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Belgrade

Koče Kapetana 1, Vracar Belgrade, Serbia

Tel: +381 11 244 1761

Fax: +281 11 244 1761

Email: namconsul@hotmail.com

Slovak Republic

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Zaunajska Cesta 8, 851 01, Bratislava, Slovak Republic

Tel: +421 268 204 700

Email: consul@consulatenamibia.sk

Sri Lanka

HONORARY CONSULATE OF THE DEMOCRATIC SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF SRI LANKA

Goshawk No. 07, Hochland Park, Windhoek, Namibia

Fax: +264 61 244 064

Email: consulslnam@gmail.com www.consulsrilankanamibia.webs. com

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

284, Vauxhall Str. Colombo, Sri Lanka

Tel: +94 11 233 2375

Fax: +94 11 233 2367

Email: rohandesilva@mclarens.lk www.mclarensgroup.lk

Spain

EMBASSY OF THE KINGDOM OF SPAIN

58 Simeon Lineekela Shixungileni Street, Windhoek West, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 223 066

Fax: +264 61 271 478

Email: emb.windhoek@maec.es www.maec.es

HONORARY CONSULATE OF THE KINGDOM OF SPAIN

Insel Street, Lüderitz, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 202 891

Fax: +264 61 202 040

Switzerland

CONSULATEGENERAL OF SWITZERLAND

Tel: +264 61 223 853

Fax: +264 61 223 853

Email: windhoek@honrep.ch

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO SWITZERLAND EMBASSY / PERMANENT MISSION OF NAMIBIA TO THE UNITED NATIONS OFFICE AT GENEVA AND OTHER INTERNATIONAL ORGANISATIONS IN SWITZERLAND

Allée David-Morse 8, Ch-1202, Geneva, Switzerland

Tel: +41 22 733 0220

Fax: +41 22 734 4907

Email: info@missionofnamibia.ch / geneva@mirco.gov.na

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Geneva

9 Chemin Bonnevaux Le Septentrion, Ch-1223 Cologny, Switzerland

Tel: +41 78 796 9686

Email: persuader1@mac.com

Tanzania

HIGH COMMISSION OF THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA

22 Nachtigal Street Unit 1, Erf 8040 Ausspannplatz, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 255 190

Fax: +264 61 233 354

Email: windhoek@nje.go.tz

www.na.tzembassy.go.tz

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TOTANZANIA

High Commissioner: H. E. Mr. Lebbeus T. Tobias

3 Rifiji Street, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

Tel: +255 22 260 1903

Fax: +255 22 260 2003

Email: namhcdar@gmail.com / daressalaam@mirco.gov.na

Thailand

175 Independence Avenue, Windhoek, Namibia

HONORARY CONSULATE OF THE KINGDOM OF THAILAND

301 Independence Avenue, Trust Center, 5th Floor 504, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 233 737

Fax: +264 61 233 209

Email: gabes@zenith.com.na

International dialling code: +264

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Bangkok, 1000/19-20 Libery, Plaza Building 12a Floor, Soi Sukhumvit 55, Thonglor, Klongtonnua

Wattana, Bangkok, 10110, Thailand

Tel: +662 780 2785

Fax: +662 780 2781

Email: joy@success.net.th

The Bahamas

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

1 Shirley Street Collins Avenue, Nassau, The Bahamas

Tel: +242 376 1044

Fax: +242 322 4649

Email: edisonsumner@gmail.com

Turkey

EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF TURKEY

No. 54 Toermalyn Street, Eros Park, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 246 158

Fax: +264 61 213 096

Email: embassy.windhoek@mfa. gov.tr

HONORARY CONSULATE OF REPUBLIC OF TURKEY

Walvis Bay, Namibia

Cell: +264 81 149 0049

Email: windhoek@honrep.ch

Uganda

HONORARY CONSULATE OF REPUBLIC OF UGANDA

351 Sam Nujoma Drive, Office 3c, Yang Tze Village, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia

Cell: +264 85 355 3550

Email: ugandancosulate@aol.com / ugandancosulate@diplomats.com

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Townhouse Terrace, Matovu Road Buziga, Kampala, Uganda

Tel: +256 78 6824

Email: twekobe2@gmail.com

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

BRITISH HIGH COMMISSION

116 Robert Mugabe Avenue, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 274 800

Fax: +264 61 228 895

Email: general.windhoek@fco.gov. uk

www.gov.uk/world/namibia www.britishcouncil.na

VISA APPLICATION CENTRE:

Nickel Street Dresma Platz, Unit 9 Prosperita, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 259 023 / 88

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO THE UNITED KINGDOM OF GREAT BRITAIN & NORTHERN IRELAND

High Commissioner: H. E. Mrs.

Linda Scott

6 Chandos Street, London W1g 9lu

Tel: +44 207 636 6244

Fax: +44 206 637 5694

Email: info@namibiahc.org.uk / london@mirco.gov.na www.namibiahc.org.uk

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Northern Ireland

Banbridge, 90 Bann Road, Castlewellan County Down, Bt31 9ad, Northern Ireland

Tel: +44 7810 874858

Email: kevinoneill99@googlemail. com

United States of America

EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

14 Lossen Street, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 295 8500

Fax: +264 61 295 8603

Email: embassywindhoek@state. gov

PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION (PAS)

American Cultural Centre, 3rd Floor, Sanlam Centre, 154 Independence Avenue, Windhoek , Namibia

Tel: +264 61 229 801

Fax: +264 61 232 476 www.britishcouncil.na

U.S. AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (USAID) USAID NAMIBIA

6th Floor, Southern Life Building Post Mall Street, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 273 700

Fax: +264 61 227 006

International dialling code: +264

U.S. PEACE CORPS (PC)

U.S. Peace Corps 19 Nachtigal Street, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 226 525

Fax: +264 61 224 211

CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL & PREVENTION (CDC)

Directorate of Special Programs Ministry of Health & Social Services Bell Harris Building, Florence Nightingale Street, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 385 200

Fax:+264 61 226 959

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

Ambassador: H. E. Mrs. Margaret N. Mensah-Williams

1605 New Hampshire Ave, N.W. Washington D.C., 20009, USA

Tel: +1 202 986 0540

Fax: +1 202 986 0443

Email: info@namibiaembassyusa. org / namibianembassyusa@yahoo. com / washington@mirco.gov.na www.namibianembassyusa.org

COMMERCIAL COUNSELLOR:

Tel: +1 202 986 0540

Fax: +1 202 986 0443

Email: info@namibianembassyusa. org / namibianembassyusa@ yahoo.com / washington@mirco. gov.na

www.namibianembassyusa.org

Tel: +1 202 986 2007

Fax: +1 202 986 2042

Email: asstcomm@yahoo.com

NAMIBIAN HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Colombus (Ohio)

915 South High Street Columbus, Ohio 43206, USA

Tel: +1 614 316 9144

Fax: +1 832 242 2445

Email: leoross1977@gmail.com

Detroit (Michigan)

18920 Birchcrest Drive Detroit, Michigan 48221, USA

Tel: +313 384 6267

Fax: +313 861 2692

Email: consularkanosmith@gmail. com

Albany (Georgia)

Suite 205, Albany Towers 235 W. Roosevelt Albany, Ga 31701

Tel: +561 860 0377

Email: vonfeigenblatt@hotmail.com

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

Houston (East Texas)

617 Cariline Street nr 3 Houston, Texas 77002, USA

Tel: +1 832 242 2445

Fax: +1 832 242 2445

Email: giti.zarinkelk@zarinkelk.com

Las Vegas (Nevada)

Perry & Spann, 6490 S. Mccarran

Blvd, Suite C20 Las Vegas, Nv 89102, USA

Tel: +702 870 2400

Fax: +702 8708220

Email: vaperry@aol.com

Los Angeles (California)

324 South Bevely Drive, Suite 318, Beverly Hills Ca 90212, USA

Tel: +818 470 8189

Orlando (Florida)

200 South Orange Ave. Suite 2600, Orlando, Fl 32801, USA

Tel: +407 244 1112

Fax: +407 244 5288

Email: stephen.snively@hklaw.com

Phoenix (Arizona)

7521 N Tatum, Boulevard Paradise Valley, Arizonia 85253, USA

Tel: +1 480 381 5800

Email: dr.hegle@gmail.com / mail@stmaurice.com

Portland (Oregon)

3706 Ne, 15th Avenue, Portland, Oregon 97212, USA

Tel: +1 971 275 0456

Email: lancemayhew@gmail.com

San Antonio (South Texas)

106, S. St. Mary’s Street, Suite San Antonio, Texas 78205-3611, USA

Tel: +210 271 0630

Fax: +210 225 1951

Email: braubach@sbcglobal.net

www.robertpbraubach.com

Richmond, Virginia Richmond, Virginia 23260, USA

Tel: + 804 405 3761

Email: aseeya.rael@gmail.com

Delaware (Welmington)

2224, West Page Street Philadelphia, Pa 19121, Welmington, USA

Tel: +210 271 0630

Fax: +210 225 1951

Email: ceo@ashantiproduce.com

United Nations

EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

38 Stein Street, UN House, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 204 6502 / 6111

Fax: +264 61 204 6203 / 07

Email: justa.kurz@un.org

www.gov.uk/world/namibia

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO UNITED NATIONS

Ambassador & Permanents

Representative: H. E. Mr. Neville

Gertze

135 East 36th Street, New York, Ny 10016, USA

Tel: +1 212 685 2003

Fax: +1 212 685 1561

Email: info@namibiaunmission.org

UNITED NATIONS AT GENEVA

Embassy / Permanent Mission of Namibia to the United Nations Office

Ambassador & Permanent

Representative: H. E. Ms. Julia

Imene-Chanduru

Chemin Louis-Dunant 15 Ch-1202, Geneva, Switzerland at Geneva and Other International Organisations

in Switzerland

Tel: +41 22 733 0220

Fax: +41 22 73 44907

Email: geneva@mirco.gov.na / info@missionofnamibia.ch

Commercial Counsellor: Mr. Cleopas S. Sirongo

Chemin Louis-Dunant 15 Ch-1202, Geneva, Switzerland

Tel: +41 22 786 62 82

Fax: +41 22 786 62 83

missionofnamibia@bluewin.ch

Uruguay

NAMIBIAN

HONORARY CONSULS (ABROAD)

Edo. Blanco Acevedo 1720, 11.500 Montevideo, Uruguay

Tel: +598 2603 3107

Fax: +598 2604 3107

Email: info@southern-connections. com

Venezuela

EMBASSY OF THE BOLIVARIAN REPUBLIC OF VENEZUELA

12 Nelson Mandela Avenue, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 227 905

Fax: +264 61 227 804

Email: embavenenam@gmail.com / embavenepersonel@gmail.com

Zambia

HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ZAMBIA

22 Sam Nujoma Drive Cnr. Mandume Ndemufayo Avenue, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel:+264 61 237 610 / 1

Fax: +264 61 228 162

Email: zahico@iway.na / windhoek@grz.gov.zm

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO ZAMBIA

High Commissioner: H. E. Mr. Haindongo R. Siyave

30b Mutende Road, 360407/8 Woodlands, Lusaka, Zambia

Tel: +260 211 260 407 / 8

Fax: +260 211 263 858

Email: info@namibiahczambia.org www.namibiahczambia.org

Zimbabwe

EMBASSY OF THE REPUBLIC OF ZIMBABWE

398 Cnr. Independence Ave. & Grimm Street Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 228 134 / 228 137 / 227

738 / 227 204

Fax: +264 61 226859

Email: zimwndh80@gmail.com

THE EMBASSY / HIGH COMMISSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF NAMIBIA TO ZIMBABWE

Ambassador: H. E. Mr. Nicklaas R. Kandjii

Lot1of7a, Borrowdale Estates, 69 Borrowdale Road, Harae

Tel: +263 4 885 841 / 882 709 / 853 218

Fax: +263 772 144 278

Email: secretary@ namibianembassy.co.zw / harare@mirco.gov.na

SOVEREIGN MILITARY HOSPITALLER ORDER OF ST. JOHN OF JERUSALEM OF RHODES AND OF MALTA

11 Ewood Street, Auasblick, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 402 842

Fax: +264 61 309 392

Email: g.berutto@orderofmlata.int / francesca.a@afol.com.na

Omake Moments

Special achievements by NTN clients

Innovation in Eye Care:

Leading the way with AI health screening

Eye Care has come a long way in recent year, with technological advancements making it easier to diagnose and treat a range of conditions. At the forefront of this progress is Olympia Eye and Laser Centre in Namibia, which recently started using AI to revolutionise health screening and improve patient outcomes.

In November 20233, Debmarine Namibia announced the appointment of Willy Mertens as its new Chief Executive Officer, with effect from 1 November 2022. Mertens succeeded Otto Shikongo, who retired from the business at the end of 2022, and has been at the helm of the marine diamond mining company since 1 January 2004.

“The appointment of a competent Chief Executive is without a doubt one of the critical duties of any Board. We are most pleased that we have been able to draw from the phenomenal talent pool at Debmarine Namibia, to find a suitable candidate to fill the role of CEO.

Not only does Mr Mertens have a deep understanding of our business; he also has an acute appreciation of the strategic role of Debmarine Namibia within the broader context of Namibia. Debmarine Namibia is a key contributor [to the] Government Fiscus, enabling the Government to support its many developmental objectives. We are thus pleased that we are able to confirm Mr Willy Mertens as the new CEO of Debmarine Namibia,” Debmarine Namibia Board Chairperson Dr. Ndeulipula Hamutumwa said.

Airlink and FlyNamibia partner to boost aviation industry

Airlink, a South African based airline, and FlyNamibia entered into a partnership to accelerate Namibia's post-pandemic recovery and drive the expansion of efficient scheduled airline services to, from, and within Namibia. Through this partnership, Airlink acquired a 40% strategic equity holding in FlyNamibia, which will enable the locally based airline to access a wider global network to the benefit of tourists and Namibian residents.

Capricorn Foundation launches phase two of its Food Waste Challenge

The Capricorn Foundation launched phase two of their Food Challenge (FWC) on 12 April 2023 in Windhoek following the successful conclusion of the Challenge run in 2022. This year’s FWC seeks to find solutions that can create or expand selfsufficient Social Enterprises (businesses) to address the issue of food waste in Namibia and create employment for Namibians. The title of the Challenge is: How can we use Social Entrepreneurship to reduce Food Waste radically while creating employment opportunities.

EIF Mobilises N$3 billion

The Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia says it has attracted and mobilized more than N$3 billion in the past 11 years.

Since its inception in 2012, the Fund, which primarily source funding multilateral and developmental funding institutions and partners, has disbursed grants totaling more than N$583 million – one of its most visible impacts.

Furthermore, more than 240,256 hectares of land have been conserved, 71 grants have been approved for various environmental projects, and more than 950 job opportunities, mostly rural and seasonal, have been created.

EIF retrofitted 169 boreholes, benefiting over 77,000 people who now have access to potable drinking water, and received N$820 million from Agence Française de Développement (AFD) for a concessional Green Credit Line with a participating commercial bank under the SUNREF project in Namibia.

The EIF plays a critical role in ensuring the sustainable use of all of the country's natural resources, as well as the fair and equitable distribution of benefits that result.

Telecom Namibia CEO to lead Southern Africa Telecommunication Association

Telecom Namibia CEO, Dr Stanley Shanapinda, is set to be appointed as the new chairman of the Southern Africa Telecommunications Association (SATA). Dr Shanapinda will lead the organization for the next 12 months.

New CEO Appointed for Debmarine Namibia

Hope springs eternalDebmarine Namibia supports Eluwa Special school in Ongwediva

Debmarine Namibia, a renowned diamond recovery company, has taken a momentous step towards transforming the lives of exceptional children by making a generous and heartfelt donation. Valued at an astounding N$300,000, the donation comprises essential science equipment that will fortify the educational journey of students at the Eluwa Special School in Ongwediva. This act of compassion aims to nurture the school's unwavering dedication to providing quality education and empowering students with hearing, visual, and intellectual impairments.

An Ecosystem For Change

MycoHAB is a fascinating initiative implemented by Standard Bank Namibia in cooperation with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Centre for Bits and Atoms and US architecture firm redhouse studio.

Situated at Brakwater, MycoHAB uses encroacher bush species like Acacia mellifera as a substrate to grow gourmet mushrooms. The waste is turned into bricks which at the same time traps the carbon dioxide accumulated in these plants through their lifetime.

The Paws on the Ground: Namibia's K9 Wildlife Protectors

Namibia's K9 Unit, managed by the Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism, is a highly trained team of canine officers and their handlers dedicated to protecting, Namibia's wildlife and combating wildlife crime. The K9 Unit's success can be seen in the declining poaching numbers in Namibia. Since its inception, the unit has helped to reduce elephant and rhino poaching.

In 2020, Standard Bank Namibia, donated a fully customised Toyota Land Cruiser V8 to the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism for use by the K9 Unit. The vehicle is equipped with special compartments in which to safely transport the canines to often far-off locations for deployment and has been instrumental in the overall success of the team.

Namibian First Lady, MVA Fund CEO, Dr Ndume among 100 most reputable Africans

Monica Geingos, MVA Fund Chief Executive Officer Rosalia MartinsHausiku, and Dr. Helena Ndume, Head of Ophthalmology at Windhoek Central Hospital, have been named among 100 Most Reputable Africans of 2023 by Reputation Poll International (RPI). The list, compiled by the global reputation firm, features individuals from diverse sectors including governance, entertainment, human rights, education, and business, who have been selected based on criteria including integrity, visibility, and impact.

N$400m Raised in Green Bond Issuance Debut

Standard Bank Namibia has emphasised its commitment to playing a key role in sustainable funding solutions in Namibia by successfully raising N$400 million of funding in the debt capital markets through green bond issuance, with Standard Bank of South Africa acting as joint arranger.

Brighter Day Initiative

The Brighter Day Hope Foundation is a psychosocial support and holistic education development organisation that has been operating in partnership with Standard Bank. It was endorsed by the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture in November 2021.

As part of the Brighter Day Initiative, psychosocial support services were rolled out in collaboration with Standard Bank to the following regions: Karas, Hardap, Erongo, Kunene, Otjozondjupa, Kavango East, Kavango West and Zambezi. More than 50 schools were visited and engaged with, addressing roughly 20,000 students and around 300 teaching and support staff.

Nedbank Namibia Empowers MSMEs

Empowering Namibian MicroEntrepreneurs: Nedbank's Financial Literacy Initiative Takes Flight in Rundu

A Vision of Hope

Hope Village has been a beneficiary of Standard Bank's long-term support for over 14 years. According to the founder of Hope Village, Marietjie de Klerk, Standard Bank committed to the project wholeheartedly from the beginning. As the former MD, Mpumzi Pupuma, said, "We are in it for the long haul. We are building our future and our legacy in these kids". This commitment has been unwavering as the bank has consistently provided support to the children of Hope Village.

Standard Bank's support began in 2007 when the first house was built. Twelve kids moved in the following year, followed by another 12 within a month. As the village grew, the original Standard Bank house became the girl's house. The bank maintained and fixed the house annually, hosted a birthday party for it and conducted pest control measures in the entire village twice a year. The staff and children also received Christmas gifts.

A Safer Learning Environment - for the School for the Visually Impaired

The School for the Visually Impaired in Khomasdal, a government school that caters for blind learners, children with albinism, learners with learning disabilities and visually impaired individuals, recently received a generous donation which has significantly improved their facilities. The donation, consisting of various essential items, was made possible through the collaboration between the African Group of Ambassadors and Standard Bank Namibia, in celebration of the African Union's 60th anniversary.

Creating a shack-free Namibia

Standard Bank Namibia has a vision to create a shack-free Namibia and restore the pride of its people. We believe that every person, regardless of their economic and social background, deserves the right to dignity and a home that provides security, comfort and warmth. This home should withstand the test of time and age gracefully through the years along with its owner. Our flagship project, the Buy-aBrick initiative, was born with the goal of building 1000 houses each year.

Mbambi Primary School Flourishes with School Garden Feeding Programme Sponsored by Debmarine Namibia

Mbambi Primary School, located in the Shinyungwe Circuit in Kavango East, has taken a proactive approach to enhance their school feeding programme by utilising their own school garden. With the unwavering dedication of Mr. Sebastian Mangundu, the Agricultural Teacher, and the Acting School Principal, the school garden has flourished. This success would not have been possible without the generous sponsorship from Debmarine Namibia, who provided the essential materials required for the school garden project.

Built on sustainability

We are proud to announce that the Nedbank Campus has received a Six Star Green rating from the Green Building Council of South Africa. This accomplishment is a first for Namibia.

NEO Paints ploughing back into the safekeeping of Namibia’s

#Rhinos

NEO Paints had the great opportunity to visit the Rhino Momma Conservation project for the official hand-over of the money we've managed to raise during our Big 5 promotion in 2022. Mr. Victor Boshoff did the hand-over of N$100 000 to Mr. Jaco Muller from the Rhino Momma Project. The Neo Paints team feels privileged to be able to support this project to help save the rhino and support the Tourism industry of Namibia.

The Bank of Namibia's financial results demonstrated further resilience in 2022.

The Bank stands ready and is committed to delivering monetary, price, and financial stability and is committed to providing practical advice on implementing structural reforms, improving fiscal sustainability, and accelerating Namibia’s recovery to sustainable growth in this year of revival.

Uniting for Change: The Women in Media Conference Empowers Voices for Gender Equality

The third annual Nedbank Women in Media conference, held in Windhoek last Saturday, was hailed a resounding success, bringing together an inspiring cohort of media professionals united by a shared cause. The conference served as a platform for women in the industry to exchange ideas and collaborate, while highlighting the crucial role they play in advocating for women's rights and gender equality.

Namibia won the bid to host the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge for the next three years. The first event took place from May 30th to June 2nd, 2023, in Swakopmund, Erongo Region.

Telecom re-opened their brand-new redesigned Teleshop at Maerua Mall today. The ultramodern retail store is a visual expression of the progressive outlook that Telecom Namibia believes in, embraces, and advocates.

The GIPF - Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) says it expects to finally roll out pension-backed home loans to help workers secure houses.

Namibia's Communication Regulatory Authority (CRAN Playing by the Rules) has launched an auction to assign 4G and 5G spectrums in an effort to enhance internet access, affordability, and speed for the majority of the country's population.

Namibia and Botswana are set to launch the use of National Identification Documents (ID) as a traveling document, replacing passports for border crossings between the two countries. The move is expected to bring relief to residents of both countries, particularly those living near the border and who depend on each other for their daily economic and cultural needs

Telecom Namibia has commenced its journey to replace obsolete technologies and fast-track its digital transformation initiatives. As key part of the transformation process Telecom Namibia launched its new five-year Integrated Strategic Business Plan (ISBP) on the 22 June 2023.

The University of Namibia (UNAM) has been co-ranked 16th among the Top 100 Universities in Africa, by the 2023 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings.

The ministries of Health, Finance, and the National Planning Commission are expected to mobilize resources for the construction of a 300-bed district hospital in Windhoek, following a cabinet directive.

This recognition is a testament to UNAM's commitment to delivering quality education and innovative research.

As a member of RUFORUM, UNAM sees these rankings as a benchmark for capacity building and academic mobility.

Namibia secures bid to host 5th Africa Youth Tourism Summit

Namibia kicks off 5G spectrum auction

Telecom Namibia Launches Isbp 2027 and Kicks Off Digital Transformation with Modern Billing and Customer Relationship Management Systems

Namibia and Botswana to sign agreement allowing national ID as travel document

Grand Opening of the Maerua Mall Teleshop

GIPF to roll out pension-backed property loans

Namibia gears up for construction of 300-bed Windhoek district hospital

UNAM graduates first locally trained dentists

The University of Namibia's School of Dentistry has achieved a significant milestone in the country's healthcare sector by graduating its inaugural cohort of 16 dentists.

According to the university, what sets these locally trained dentists apart is their tailored education, which not only suits Namibia's unique context but also addresses specific oral health needs within the country.

Namibia tops in attracting FDI in Africa

Namibia was the top African country in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows last year according to the latest FDI Greenfield Index. The country closely followed by Rwanda and Kenya, is among the 10 countries featured, while Egypt and Tanzania ranked at the bottom as the lowest-scoring countries.

What dreams are made of by Feedmaster Namibia

A Feedmaster production controller, Ndeutapo Tapo Shikukutu, recently completed a 9-day Animal Feed Manufacturers Association - AFMA Feed Miller Short Course. Tapo was one of 23 delegates from southern Africa who passed the course out of 50.

Venture Media & Team Namibia signs MOU

Venture Media and Team Namibia are teaming up to support Namibian enterprises and their stories.

As part of our commitment to sharing Stories that Matter™, we're embarking on a collaboration to boost local businesses, foster economic growth, and build a strong entrepreneurial community by sharing the success of homegrown entities.

Team Namibia members will have exclusive access to the Namibia Trade Network, connecting them with potential customers and partners under the Team Namibia brand.

Venture Media will feature Team Namibia members across our platforms, sharing their outstanding offerings with a global audience. Let's champion homegrown products and services together!

Empowering the Future: Old Mutual Namibia Unleashes the Potential of 17 Graduates

In response to the pressing employment challenges faced by recent graduates in Namibia, Old Mutual Namibia is taking proactive steps to ease this burden and make a meaningful impact on the nation's workforce. Recognising the need to support young talent, Old Mutual Namibia has again continued with their inspiring initiative that invites recent graduates to apply for a unique opportunity to gain market-relevant skills, positioning them for success in the job market.

Bank of Namibia Innovation Hub

The Bank of Namibia’s Innovation Hub plays a pivotal role in identifying and understanding essential trends within the financial and regulatory technology. Consequently, identifying challenges within the Financial Technology (FinTech) system holds a vital role in developing solutions that enhance the efficiency of the financial system.

Fintech is a rapidly evolving industry with intense competition. Identifying challenges allows businesses to stay ahead by addressing weaknesses, improving user experience, and offering services that meet the changing needs of customers.

FNB named Strongest Banking Brand in the World in 2023 Report

First National Bank (FNB) has been named the "Strongest Banking Brand in the World" in the Brand Finance Banking 500 2023 report. The report evaluates the world's 500 largest banks based on independent measures such as brand investment, equity and financial performance data. FNB came out on top with a Brand Strength Index score of 93 (out of 100) and a brand value of US$1,540 billion.

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Destination 53, 70

Development Bank of Namibia 14, 94 – 95

Diamond 15 – 19, 146, 148

Digital communication 135, 136, 137

Digital innovation 113

Doing business 12, 50 – 51, 53

Domestic Inflation Rate 18

Dune 7 157

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Eco-tourism 165

Economic

Economic Outlook 15, 19, 62,138

Economy 15 – 19, 49, 73, 103

ED&I 149

Editor 1

Education 48, 84 – 86, 117

Electricity 15, 17, 147, 155

Electricity 150 – 152

Embroidery 145

Emed Rescue 126

Emergency Management

Services 126

Emoneko Group 127

Employee 101

Energy 19, 75, 139, 147, 150 –152, 153, 154

Engineering 155

Entrepreneurship 47, 73

Environment 49, 153

Environmental Risks 48

ESG 48, 75, 110, 113

Estosha 157, 163, 166

Ethiopian Airlines 166

Eurowigns 166

Excel Dynamic Solutions 153

Exports 115, 169

Eye Care 127

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Farmers’ Meat Market 63

Farming 62

Federal Reserve 16 - 19

Feedmaster 66

Feeds 66

Fibre 130, 136

Finance 90 – 91, 112

Fiscal 18, 19

Fish Consumption Promotion Trust 116 – 118

Fishing 8, 15, 114 – 115, 116, 119 – 121

FlyNamibia 162, 166, 176 - 177

FNB 112 – 113

Food 10, 17, 115, 129, 138

Footwear 145

Foreign exchange 109

Forestry 15

Forward Rate Agreement 17

Fossil fuels 19

Francois Erasmus & Partners

82 – 83

Frankfurt 156

Freight 172

Fresh Fruit 63

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Garments 145

Gas 154

GDP 15 – 19, 62, 90, 139, 156

Gendev Fishing 120 – 121

Geology 153

Geotechnical 153

Germany 156

GIPF 101 – 105

Gold 146

Google 134

Government 15, 18, 21 –

Logistics 10, 167, 169, 170, 172

Lüderitz 114 – 115, 157

Lufthansa 166

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M&G Investments 98 – 99

Macroeconomic outlook 16

Manica Group 168

Manufacturing 15, 17, 49, 138 –139, 143

Mariculture 115

Marine services 168, 169

Market access 9

Mashare Berries, 63

Meatboard of Namibia 64 – 65

Meatco 63

Media 54, 131

Medical 122, 124 – 125, 128

Medical Aid 124

Medical Councils 122 – 123

Medipark Ongwediva 128

MEFT 157

MICT 130

Mining 8, 10, 15 – 19, 146 – 147

Minister 3

Ministry of Health and Social Services 123

Ministry of Works and Transport 166

MIT 3, 50 – 51, 68, 138

Mobile applications 113, 136

Mobile Telecommunications 130, 134 – 135, 136

Monetary Policy Committee 17

Monk 115

MSMEs 1, 12 – 13, 47, 71

MTC 130, 136

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NAB 63

NAC 174

Nam-Mic 106 - 107

NamBTS 122

NAMCOL 84

NamCor 154

Namdeb 148 – 149

Namib Mills 142

Namib-Naukluft National Park 48

Namibia 6, 7, 8 – 11, 48, 50, 53, 54, 70, 73, 76, 81, 110, 113, 115, 120, 145, 149, 162, 164

Namibia Consumer Price Inflation 17

Namibia Local Business Association 68

Namibia Statistics Agency 15

Namibia Stock Exchange 48, 136, 139

Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund 85

Namibia Tourism Board 159

Namibia Trade Forum

Namibia Wildlife Resorts

Namibian Breweries

Namibian funds

NamPort 157, 167, 169

NamPower 147, 150 – 152

NAMRA 68, 91, 135

National budget

Natural resources

Navachab mine

NBC 55, 131

NCCI 14, 68

NDP 5, 134

Nedbank 110 – 111, 139

NEF 68

Neo Paints 144

Newspapers 55

NIPDB 8 – 13, 52 – 53, 68

NMA 139

Notaries 82

NTA 68

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O&L 139

Offshore 99, 109, 168

Oil 17, 19, 147, 154

Okavango 115

Olympia Eye & Laser Centre

OMDis 149

Ondili 164 – 165

One-Stop-Centre

OneAfrica 55

Onions 63

Optimal solutions

Optometry 122

Oranjemund 148

Oryx Properties Limited

Oshakati Premier Electric

Osino Resources

Oysters 115

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Packaging 49

Paladin Energy 146

Paratus 130, 134

Patient care 128

Pension Fund 101 – 104

Perennial Rivers

Photographer 78

Pilchards 114

Ports 167

Poultry 63

Power 150 – 152

PowerCom 134

Print 55

Private hospitals

Property 99

Public administration

Public healthcare

OUR DIAMONDS INSPIRE YOUNG MINDS BEYOND LANDLOCKED CAREERS.

With easy market access through beneficial relationships among SADC countries and beyond, Namibia is strategically located to provide competitive and efficient trade facilitation. Through the Port of Walvis Bay we move goods with ease by intermodal linkages to conveniently serve markets, including Angola, Botswana, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

The direct access to the major road corridors, the air and sea anchorages of Walvis Bay give the best strategic positioning to Namibia as a transport hub for regional and international trade between SADC countries, Europe, the Americas and yonder.