Namibia Trade Network 2024/25

The Future

Building a Sustainable FUTURE

As the demands of an ambitious nation grow, we at NamPower are committed to one overarching principle: that the power we generate today will ensure that we can continue to do so tomorrow.

With our every decision and every action, we are focused and guided towards building a sustainable future that will power Namibia’s progress for generations to come.

Message from the Editor

Welcome to our latest edition of the Namibia Trade Network, where we delve into a theme that resonates with optimism and opportunity: “The Future – Envisioning Tomorrow.”

Namibia stands at a pivotal moment in its history; a moment where the convergence of innovation, resilience and strategic planning can propel us towards a future brimming with possibilities. The economic outlook for 2025 is cautiously optimistic, with moderate growth expected across various sectors. The World Bank projects Namibia’s GDP growth to be between 3% and 3.8% annually over the period from 2024 to 2026. In this edition, we explore the visionary ideas and dynamic initiatives shaping the future of the Namibian business landscape.

As we navigate the complexities of the global economy, it is essential to recognise that the future is not merely a distant horison but a destination we actively shape through our decisions and actions today. The world economy is projected to experience steady growth leading into 2025, although at a slower pace than the pre-pandemic era. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), global growth is expected to reach 3.2% in 2024 and 3.3% in 2025. This issue highlights the bold steps being taken across various sectors – from renewable energy and technological advancements to sustainable agriculture and tourism development. These sectors are not just the pillars of our economy but the beacons guiding us towards a sustainable and prosperous future.

We shine a spotlight on stories of innovative startups and established enterprises that are pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Their commitment to excellence and ingenuity serves as an inspiration to all, reminding us that the future we envision is within our grasp if we dare to dream big and work collaboratively.

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As we move forward, it is essential to foster a culture of forward-thinking and adaptability. The future will undoubtedly present its challenges, but with a shared vision and collective effort, we can transform these challenges into opportunities for growth and development. It is further clear that both global and local efforts must align to create a future where economic resilience and sustainable growth are paramount. For Namibia, this means leveraging its rich natural resources, political stability and sound macroeconomic management to foster an environment where all citizens can thrive.

“The best way to predict the future is to create it.” – Peter

Drucker

We invite you to join us on this journey of exploration and discovery. Let us envision tomorrow not as a distant possibility but as a tangible reality that we are building today. Together, we can create a future where Namibia thrives as a hub of innovation, sustainability and economic prosperity.

Thank you for being a part of this exciting journey!

Daleen Small

EDITOR

Daleen Small

LAYOUT & DESIGN

Liza Lottering

COPY EDITOR

Simon Hill

TEXT CONTRIBUTIONS

Maggie Forcelledo Paz

Elzanne McCulloch

Kirsty Watermeyer

Willie Olivier

Simonis Storm

The Brief

Bonface Orucho

Namibia Investment

Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB)

Message from the Minister of Industrialisation and Trade

Iam pleased to present the 33rd edition of the Namibia Trade Network (NTN) 2024/2025 under the theme “The Future – Envisioning Tomorrow” with a focus on avenues for building a formidable and resilient economy to the benefit of all Namibians.

The past few years have tested every country around the globe in terms of resilience and adaptability. The Covid-19 pandemic brought unprecedented challenges, affecting businesses, livelihoods and our economy at large. However, it also underscored the strength and determination of the Namibian people. We have shown remarkable pliability in the face of adversity, and today we stand at the threshold of a new era filled with hope and opportunities.

As we look ahead, Namibia continues to grapple with challenges such as drought resulting from changing weather patterns and environmental damage. Our focus must therefore be geared towards revitalising our economy with a clear vision for sustainable growth. We are committed to building an economy that is not only robust but also inclusive and diversified. To achieve this, we must embrace and foster entrepreneurship, and invest in our human capital.

The future of many economies around the world are looking at advanced technologies and innovation as a key driver of economic recovery. By harnessing new technologies and encouraging creativity, we can unlock new opportunities and create a more competitive and dynamic economy. Our businesses have already shown incredible ingenuity in adapting to the new normal, and we are committed to continue supporting them through various avenues in this journey.

Entrepreneurship is a crucial element of our economic strategy. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of our economy, and their growth and success are vital for sustainable development. The Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade has continued to roll out various programmes like equipment support to scale through our Equipment Aid Scheme, the Industrial Upgrading and

Modernisation Programme, the United States African Development Foundation (USADF), mentorships and training, to mention but a few, as well as a series of regulatory reforms aimed at easing operations in Namibia. These initiatives have demonstrated a positive impact on our entrepreneurs, and we will continue to provide the necessary support and resources to help them thrive.

Moreover, we must prioritise sustainable development. Our commitment to environmental sustainability will guide our economic policies and practices. By promoting emerging industries and sectors, including green technologies and sustainable business models, we can create an economy that not only grows but also preserves our natural resources for future generations.

The future of the Namibian economy is bright, filled with promise and potential. We have the seal to overcome any obstacles and seize the opportunities that lie ahead. Together, we can build an economy that is strong, inclusive and sustainable. Let us move forward with confidence and unity, knowing that the best is yet to come for Namibia.

In today’s dynamic global economy, the theme “The Future – Envisioning Tomorrow” resonates profoundly as Namibia navigates new horizons in terms of industrialisation, trade and investments. As we look ahead, our nation stands at a pivotal juncture, poised to drive economic growth and prosperity.

As we embark on this journey into the future, collaborations at both private and public level will be our guiding compass. Together, we will forge new partnerships, embrace emerging technologies and foster an environment where every entrepreneur and investor can prosper. This booklet encapsulates our commitment to supporting businesses, enhancing competitiveness and ensuring sustainable development for generations to come.

I extend my gratitude to all contributors, stakeholders and the dedicated team behind this directory. Your many years of unwavering dedication ensures that Namibia remains at the forefront of global trade, creating opportunities that will shape “The Future” as we envision it.

Together, with a clear vision and steadfast determination, we will shape the future of Namibia’s economy. It is a future where every challenge is met with ingenuity, every setback is a stepping stone, and every success is shared by all. Let us embark on this journey with optimism and unity, knowing that together, we can build a future that is prosperous, sustainable and filled with promise for generations to come.

Lucia Iipumbu Minister of Industrialisation and Trade

FAST FACTS ON NAMIBIA

824,268 km²

INDEPENDENCE:

21 March 1990

CURRENT PRESIDENT: Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

Multiparty parliament

Democratic constitution Division of power between executive, legislature and judiciary

Secular state

Christian freedom of religion

SURFACE AREA: Windhoek CAPITAL: 90%

Freedom of the press/media

ECONOMY

MAIN PRIVATE SECTORS: Mining, Manufacturing, Fishing and Agriculture 46%

BIGGEST EMPLOYER: Agriculture

FASTEST-GROWING SECTOR: Information Communication Industry

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

CURRENCY:

The Namibian Dollar (N$) is fixed to and 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 priced to include value-added tax of 15%. Visitors may reclaim VAT.

ENQUIRIES: Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) Tel (+264) 61 209 2259 in Windhoek

ENVIRONMENT

NATURE RESERVES: of surface area

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.

ROADS:

HIGHEST MOUNTAIN: Brandberg

HARBOURS: Walvis Bay, Lüderitz

OTHER PROMINENT MOUNTAINS: vegetation zones

Spitzkoppe, Moltkeblick, Gamsberg

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

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

FLORA

20% 14 400 680

species of trees

ENDEMIC plant species

120+

species of lichen

LIVING FOSSIL PLANT: Welwitschia mirabilis

BIG GAME:

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

20 antelope species

250 mammal species (14 endemic)

256 699

50 reptile species

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

DRINKING WATER

Most tap water is purified and safe to drink.

Visitors should exercise caution in rural areas.

ZONES

GMT + 2 hours

MAIN AIRPORTS: Hosea Kutako International Airport, Eros Airport

RAIL NETWORK:

TELECOMMUNICATIONS:

6.2 telephone lines per 100 inhabitants

MOBILE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM:

Direct-dialling facilities to 221 countries

GSM agreements with 150 countries

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

4

Medical practitioners (world standard) 24-hour medical emergency services

3.1 million DENSITY: 3.8 per km²

461,000 inhabitants in Windhoek (15% of total)

species FOREIGN REPRESENTATION

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

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS: over 1,900 schools, various vocational and tertiary institutions

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

Envisioning Tomorrow

NAMIBIA OPEN FOR TRADE

Namibia is a land of sunshine, stark contrasts, friendly people … and wide, open spaces. Like its landscape, it is also wide open to opportunities for trade, whether locally, regionally, continentally or internationally.

Namibia is a country with a very stable government – an essential requirement for trade. Elections for the country’s parliament and the president are held every five years. There has been no violence, banning of opposition leaders or rigging of results since the country’s first post-independence elections early December 1994. The country prides itself in the fact that all these elections have been declared free, fair and credible by the international community.

The most striking example of the country’s political maturity was the smooth transition of power when the country’s third president, Dr Hage Geingob, passed away before his term had expired. Unlike many other countries in the world, there was no insecurity, instability or troops on the street when the deputy president, Nangolo Mbumba, was sworn in as the country’s fourth president on the same day that Dr Geingob passed away. Two central pillars of the country’s constitution – the separation of powers and the rule of law – have also been observed scrupulously.

A sound transport infrastructure is essential for the facilitation of trade and to this end the Namibian government has invested billions of Namibian dollars to expand and upgrade the country’s road and rail infrastructure. With over 9,000 km of standard bitumen (tar) roads, Namibia has the best road infrastructure in Africa. The expansion and development of the country’s road infrastructure will improve trade – not only domestically but also regionally.

Situated on the southwestern coast of Africa, the port of Walvis Bay has positioned itself into an international logistics hub for Southern Africa. The four Walvis Bay corridors provide direct access by road to markets with more than 350 million people in South Africa, Angola, Botswana, Zambia and Zimbabwe, as well as Lubumbashi in the Democratic Republic of Congo. These corridors are served by an efficient and professional logistics sector that provides all the services required for trade beyond the borders of Namibia. By using the Trans-Kalahari Corridor, which links Namibia with Botswana and South Africa, goods can be transhipped from Walvis Bay to South Africa’s economic hub, Gauteng, instead of vessels going

to Cape Town or Durban, which have been plagued by lengthy delays, saving up to 11 days of transit time.

Billions of Namibian dollars have been allocated in the past decade to upgrade the country’s 2,687 km-long railway network to comply with the minimum Southern African Development Community (SADC) standards. The planned Trans-Kalahari railway corridor between Namibia and Botswana and the 772 km-long Trans-Zambezi railway line from Grootfontein to Katima Mulilo will also boost trade with the country’s neighbours.

Following the turbulence in the global airline industry as a result of the impact of Covid-19, there have been several positive developments to improve the country’s connectivity by air regionally as well as internationally. This will also go a long way to improve trade with Namibia.

EXCITING DEVELOPMENTS

The light oil and associated gas discoveries in the Orange Basin by several international oil companies since February 2022 have placed Namibia at the forefront of the international search for oil. There are also plans to develop the vast resources of the Kudu Gas Field, which was discovered in 1974 but is yet to be developed. These developments will create numerous opportunities for the country’s manufacturing industry and trade, as well as thousands of jobs, especially in the south of the country.

Another major development that will make Namibia a leading global producer of green hydrogen and ammonia is the planned production facility in the Tsau //Khaeb National Park near Lüderitz. Hyphen Hydrogen Energy targets the annual production of 1 million tonnes of green ammonia by 2027 and 2 million tonnes of green ammonia by 2029. The project will cost an estimated N$170 billion and will necessitate not only the expansion of the existing port of Lüderitz, but the construction of a new port at the harbour town. It will also require massive investments in construction and infrastructure, which present numerous opportunities for trade.

AFRICAN CONTINENTAL FREE TRADE AREA

Looking beyond trade with Southern Africa’s landlocked countries, the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), although still very much in its infancy, creates vast opportunities for trade with an estimated market of 1.3 billion people across 55 African countries. Namibia signed the African Continental Free Trade Agreement during the 31st

ordinary session of the African Union (AU) Summit in July 2018 and ratified the agreement in early 2019.

The free trade area aims to accelerate intra-African trade and boost the continent’s trading position globally. Under the agreement, members are required to eliminate tariffs over a period of five, ten or 13 years, depending on the country’s level of development or the nature of the products.

GROWTH AT HOME

There are numerous examples of innovative manufacturing ventures and trade locally. Namibian beer is exported to several African countries, while high-quality, locally manufactured pasta products are exported to South Africa and abroad. And who would have thought that there is a market to export Namibian chilli sauces abroad?

Namibia is a net importer of cereals, and during years of poor rainfall the country imports up to 75% of its grain requirements. The country also imports 95% of its fruit, mainly from South Africa. Blueberries, which are grown in the Kavango East Region, are exported to Europe, while table grapes, citrus fruit and dates, grown along the Orange River in the south of the country, are also exported abroad, creating many jobs and valuable foreign exchange. The production of cereals at green schemes along the perennial Kavango River and horticulture products along the Orange River presents numerous opportunities for trade.

The management of plastic waste in Namibia received a boost with the opening of a plant at Okahandja, 70 km north of Windhoek, in May 2024. The plant will convert discarded plastic bottles made from polyethylene terephthalate (PET) into flakes which can, among other things, be processed into recycled PET products.

In the north of the country, entrepreneurs have realised that there is money to be made from scrap metal. Car wrecks that used to litter the roadsides in Owambo and scrap metal are finding their way to scrapyards, earning an income for the seller as well as the scrapyard owners. The scrap metal is baled and transported to South Africa for further processing.

Looking into the future, there are numerous opportunities in Namibia for trade within the region, the continent and the world. Increased trade will create jobs, reduce poverty, ensure stability and generate foreign exchange, so why wait?

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 asophisticated 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.

TOP 3 EXPORT MARKETS

South Africa

China

Eurozone

TOP 3 IMPORT MARKETS

South Africa

China

Zambia

TOP 3 EXPORTS

Precious metals including diamonds & gold

Uranium

Fish

TOP 3 IMPORTS

Mineral fuels and products

Machinery & mechanical appliances, nuclear reactors

Metals

Rate

N$1=US$17.3336 (24 September 2024, 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 Organisation (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?

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and functioning rules and regulations

Rankings

• 2nd in Africa for Freedom of the Press, World Press Freedom Index - Reporters Without Borders (2024)

• 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 5 in Africa, Investment Attractiveness Index, Annual Survey of Mining Companies – Fraser Institute (2023)

Fraser Institute Annual Survey of Mining Companies Ranking, 2021

Policy Environment

Namibia’s foreign investment policy is governed by the Foreign Investment 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.

• Well-developed financial and banking sectors

• 3rd largest pension fund industry in Africa

ACCESSIBLE WORKFORCE

• An educated, job-seeking, Englishspeaking 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 subcontinental 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

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 Investment Opportunities for Inclusive Growth

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.

Unlocking opportunities that enable a better quality of life for all Namibians

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 capacity-building 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 coordinate MSME activities across all levers of the economy to ensure their consistent support and development based on the National MSME Policy.

Facilitate trust relationships to attract and retain sustainable investment for private sector-led and inclusive economic growth.

OUR VALUES:

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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www.namibiatradedirectory.com

EXECUTIVE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Nangula Uaandja Chairperson & Chief Executive Officer

Richwell Lukonga Chief Operating Officer

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

Other Key Investor Service Agencies

NAMIBIA TRADE FORUM

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.

+264 61 235 237 info@ntf.org.na www.ntf.org.na

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DEVELOPMENT BANK OF NAMIBIA

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

+264 61 290 800 info@dbn.com.na www.dbn.com.na

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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

+264 61 228 809 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.

+264 61 251 669 marketing@wbcg.com.na www.wbcg.com.na

of the Republic 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.

OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

President of the Republic of Namibia

H.E. President Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

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 Commanderin-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 their 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 communicates government programmes and policies to the Namibian nation and ensures understanding of key issues at national level, translating 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; ensures appropriate alignment and cooperation of government ministries and state-owned enterprises by ensuring strategic coordination of efforts and driving outcomes; monitors and evaluates the individual and collective performance of ministers, as well as their assigned ministries, to ensure output which focuses on cost-sensitive and effective results as well as costefficiency; 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.

Please note that this publication went to print shortly after the 2024 National Elections and thus cabinet and staffing changes can be expected.

PRESIDENT’S PRIVATE OFFICE

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

PRESIDENTIAL SECURITY CHIEF

Comm. Johan

Ndjaronguru

Tel: +264 61 270 7429

Email: Johan.Ndjaronguru@ op.gov.na

Private Sector Interface & Constitutional Affairs

Mrs Inge ZaamwaniKamwi

Matters & Enterprise Development

Ms Daisry Mathias

PRESIDENTIAL ADVISORS

PRIVATE SECTOR INTERFACE & CONSTITUTIONAL AFFAIRS

Mrs Inge ZaamwaniKamwi

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

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

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

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

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

Economic Advisor

Mr James Mnyupe

Youth

Press Secretary Dr Alfredo Hengari

Executive Director

Mr Moses Pakote

First Spouse

Founding President

H.E. Dr Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma

OFFICE OF THE FIRST SPOUSE OF NAMIBIA

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR

Tel: +264 61 270 7301

Fax: +264 61 270 7525

TECHNICAL ADVISOR

Tel: +264 61 270 7904

Fax: +264 61 270 7525

DEPUTY DIRECTOR

Tel: +264 61 270 7830 / 7918

Fax: +264 61 270 7525

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Tel: +264 61 270 7806

Fax: +264 61 270 7525

CONTROL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

Tel: +264 61 270 7110 / 7521

Fax: +264 61 270 7525

COMMUNICATIONS

Tel: +264 61 270 7110 / 7521

Fax: +264 61 270 7525

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

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 Nangolo Mbumba

Tel: +264 61 270 7223

Fax: +264 61 221 267

SENIOR SPECIAL ASSISTANT

Tel: +264 61 270 7225

Fax: +264 61 221 267

EXECUTIVE SECRETARY

Tel: +264 61 270 7113

Fax: +264 61 221 267

EXECUTIVE SECRETARY

Tel: +264 61 270 7113

Fax: +264 61 221 267

Epaphras Denga Ndaitwah

H.E. Dr Nangolo Mbumba

Government Ministries

MINISTER IN THE PRESIDENCY

State House, 1 Engelberg Street, Auasblick

Private Bag 13338 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 270 7878

OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT

Old State House, Cnr Robert Mugabe Avenue and Daniel Munamava Street

Private Bag 13339 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 270 7202

MINISTRY OF GENDER EQUALITY, POVERTY ERADICATION AND SOCIAL WELFARE

Juvenis Building, Independence Avenue

Private Bag 13359 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 283 3111

OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER

Robert Mugabe Avenue

Private Bag 13338 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 287 9111

SECRETARY TO THE CABINET

Robert Mugabe Avenue

Private Bag 13338 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 287 9111

MINISTRY OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND COOPERATION

4th Floor, West Wing, Dr Theo-Ben Gurirab Building

Private Bag 13347 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 282 9111

MINISTRY OF FISHERIES AND MARINE RESOURCES

Brendan Simbwaye Square, Cnr Uhland and Goethe Streets

Private Bag 13355 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 205 3084

MINISTRY OF WORKS AND TRANSPORT

6719 Bell Street, Snyman Circle, Ausspannplatz

Private Bag 13341 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 208 8822

MINISTRY OF LABOUR, INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND EMPLOYMENT CREATION

32 Mercedes Street, Khomasdal

Private Bag 19005 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 206 6111

MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS, IMMIGRATION, SAFETY AND SECURITY

Cnr Hosea Kutako Drive and Harvey Street

Private Bag 13200 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 292 2111

MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, WATER AND LAND REFORM

Government Office Park, Luther Street

Private Bag 13184 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 292 2111

MINISTRY OF MINES AND ENERGY

Mines & Energy Building, 6 Aviation Road

Private Bag 13297 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 284 8111

MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, FORESTRY AND TOURISM

Philip Troskie Building, Dr Kenneth Kaunda Street

Private Bag 13306 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 284 2111

MINISTRY OF HIGHER EDUCATION, TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION

Government Office Park, Luther Street

Private Bag 13186 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 293 3111

MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICES

Old State Hospital, Harvey Street, Windhoek West

Private Bag 13198 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 203 9111

MINISTRY OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

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

Private Bag 13344 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 283 9111

MINISTRY OF URBAN AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

Government Office Park, Block D, Luther Street

Private Bag 13289 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 297 5111

MINISTRY OF EDUCATION, ARTS AND CULTURE

Government Office Park, Luther Street

Private Bag 13391 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 293 3111

MINISTRY OF INDUSTRIALISATION AND TRADE

Block B, Brendan Simbwaye Square, Goethe Street

Private Bag 13338 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 283 7111

MINISTRY OF SPORT, YOUTH AND NATIONAL SERVICE

NIDA Building, 4th Floor, Goethe Street

Private Bag 13391 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 270 6000

MINISTRY OF FINANCE AND PUBLIC ENTERPRISES

Fiscus Building, John Meinert Street

Private Bag 13295 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 209 9111

MINISTRY OF JUSTICE

Justicia Building, Independence Avenue

Private Bag 13248 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 280 5111

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE AND VETERANS AFFAIRS

Bastion 1, Sam Nujoma Drive

Private Bag 13307 | Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 204 9111

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MINISTRY OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND COOPERATION

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 citizens 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 African, Caribbean and Pacific States (OACPS) and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

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.

Tel: +264 61 282 9111

Email: headquaters@mirco.com.na

Private Bag 13347, Windhoek, Namibia www.mirco.gov.na

ANTI-CORRUPTION COMMISSION

Government Organisations

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 AFRICAN MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE (ESAMI) Hidas Centre, 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 ORGANISATION (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 ORGANISATION 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 AUDITOR GENERAL 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 Sebastiaan 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 WOMEN’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, Judge JP 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: Prosecutor-General

Tel: +264 61 374 201 / 200

REGIONAL ELECTRICITY REGULATORS

ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN AFRICA (RERA)

ECB House, 35 Dr Theo-Ben Gurirab Street, 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, Ausspannplatz, 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, 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, 38-44

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

MINISTRY OF INDUSTRIALISATION AND TRADE

STARTEGIC OBJECTIVES

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: Assists MSMEs that are involved in manufacturing and value addition business activities with production equipment and machineries.

(b)  SDG Impact Facility: Provides 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: The Industrial Upgrading and Modernisation Programme is a grant scheme designed to enhance productivity and competitiveness of selected firms, focusing on firm-level diagnosis.

AND MEDIA

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

BROADCASTING

The state-owned Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) dominates the radio broadcasting sector with nine language services in addition to National FM, which broadcasts in English. The NBC’s radio services accounted for 56% of Namibia’s radio listeners in 2022.

The television broadcasting sector is also dominated by the NBC, which has the most extensive reach with its three television channels: NBC 1 (news and current affairs), NBC 2 (international news) and NBC 3 (movies).

The NBC was allocated close to N$312 million for its operational budget and N$80 million for its development budget for the 2024/25 financial year. Provision was also made for writing off the corporation’s legacy tax liabilities of N$33 million.

Private commercial radio broadcast services are provided by over 20 radio stations, while 12 community radio stations broadcast a diversity of content, including educational and religious programmes, to remote communities.

MultiChoice Namibia’s digital satellite subscription service, DStv, offers six packages, while its digital terrestrial subscription service, GOtv also offers six packages. There are also two private local television stations: OneAfrica Television, a subsidiary of Future Media, and Network Television (NTV) which forms part of Network Hub, formerly Namibia Media Holdings (NMH).

PRINT MEDIA

Print editions of Namibian newspapers continue to show great resilience despite the shift of readers to digital media, rising distribution costs of vast networks spanning the country, the increased cost of newsprint, decreasing advertising revenue and declining circulation.

Readers have a choice of print editions of two privately owned national English dailies ( The Namibian and the Namibian Sun ), one Afrikaans daily ( Republikein ) and one German-language newspaper ( Allgemeine Zeitung ). There are also two privately owned weekly English newspapers: Confidénte , a tabloid newspaper, and the Namib Times , a community newspaper published for the coastal regions.

These newspapers also have a strong presence on digital platforms.

Informanté, the Windhoek Observer, the Namibia Economist, The Villager, The Brief and the Namibia Daily News are available on a variety of digital platforms.

The state-owned New Era is an English daily published by the New Era Publication Corporation (NEPC). The NEPC received an amount of N$27.5 million in the 2024/25 budget and had its tax liabilities of N$344 million written off. The Namibia Press Agency (NAMPA) received N$27.7 million.

MAGAZINES

Although there have been many printed and online startup magazines, few have stood the test of time. Currently, there are only two printed magazines: Agriforum, which is published monthly and caters for the farming community, and Travel Namibia (previously Travel News Namibia), a travel and lifestyle magazine published quarterly. There are also a few annual publications and local online magazines. A wide variety of South African magazines are sold in retail outlets.

MEDIA FREEDOM

According to the 2024 World Press Freedom Index by Reporters Without Borders, Namibia lost its number one ranking for Africa’s freest press to Mauritania, which took the top spot in Africa with a ranking of 33.

The country’s global ranking fell by 12 positions from number 22 in 2023 to number 34. Seychelles is ranked 37th, South Africa 38th and Cape Verde occupies the 41st position.

The report points out that journalists are free to work without interference from the authorities, but that the government “maintains strict control over the appointment of the boards of directors of certain publications and, consequently, over their content.”

The report also states that Namibia’s economic environment is more favourable to state-owned media, and adds, “Advertising revenue is often channelled to progovernment media, a policy that undermines independent reporting. The print media are facing increasing financial difficulties and many have switched to a digital format.”

FUTURE MEDIA AND TRIBEFIRE STUDIOS MERGER

Future Media and TribeFire Studios announced the successful merger of the two media companies in March 2024. In terms of the merger OneAfrica and 99FM became subsidiaries of Future Media Holdings’ existing brands, which include Radiowave, Fresh FM, Nova 103.5 and Omulunga Radio.

The completion of the merger follows approval of the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) in July 2023 and from the Namibian Competition Commission (NaCC) in December 2023.

Future Media’s chief executive officer, Gary Stroebel, said the merger aims to streamline operations, expand the group’s reach, and provide a wider range of products and services to clients and audiences. “We are committed to maintaining our dedication to trustworthy local media content and services,” said Stroebel.

Future Media’s executive director, Stefan Hugo, said, “We are excited about the opportunities that this merger presents for our teams and stakeholders. Together, we will leverage our collective strengths to innovate

and create impactful content that resonates with our audiences across various platforms.”

NAMIBIA MEDIA HOLDINGS

Namibia Media Holdings (NMH) announced in April 2024 that it has rebranded and will be known as Network Media Hub, while the company’s printing division, Newsprint Namibia, has been rebranded to Print Media Hub. The company now consist of Network Intellectual Assets, Network Data Hub, Network Sports Hub, Network Television, Network Administrative Services and Network Innovation Hub.

In another development, Stimulus Investments Limited announced in August 2023 that its wholly owned subsidiary Desert Trade Investments (Pty) Ltd (DTI), has agreed to sell its 79.95% shareholding in NMH and its 80% interest in Newsprint Namibia to Emeraldsand Properties (Pty) Ltd. The shareholders of Emeraldsand will include various members of the NMH and Newsprint management teams.

Network Media Hub settled N$12 million of the purchase price to DTI during the 2023/24 financial year, while the outstanding amount will be paid over the next three financial years.

2023 JOURNALISM AWARDS

The Editors’ Forum of Namibia (EFN) hosted the 2023 Journalism Awards in October 2023 after the event could not be held in 2021 and 2022. A total of 169 entries were received from 59 journalists for seven categories. Lazarus Amukeshe of The Namibian newspaper won the Journalist of the Year award, while journalists of The Namibian won three of the categories and shared another category with a journalist of Kosmos 94.1 radio station. Two other categories were won by a journalist of Republikein and a freelancer.

The late President Hage Geingob, who attended the ceremony as guest of honour, said press freedom was one of the goals fought for by the Namibian people and confirmed that media freedom would be guaranteed in Namibia for as long as he is the president.

ADVERTISING

The advertising industry operates in an environment free of any statutory body or voluntary watchdog. Several advertising agencies provide a full range of creative and professional services, including traditional marketing, digital marketing and outdoor advertising.

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 second in Africa for media freedom and 34th in the world on the 2024 World Press Freedom Index

The

late President Hage Geingob, who attended the ceremony as guest of honour, said press freedom was one of the goals fought for by the Namibian people and confirmed that media freedom would be guaranteed in Namibia for as long as he is the president.

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

• Radio: 24 commercial and 12 community broadcasters licensed by CRAN; NBC (nine radio stations)

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

GENERAL

Editors' Forum of Namibia P O Box 26463, Windhoek +264 81 338 4610

Filmmakers Association

P O Box 40731, Windhoek filmmakersnamibia@gmail. com www.fanamibia.com

NAMPA - Namibia Press Agency

P O Box 26815, Windhoek +264 61 37 4000 marketing@nampa.org

NBC - Namibian

Broadcasting Corporation

P O Box 321, Windhoek Cullinan Street, Windhoek +264 61 291 3224 pr@nbc.na www.nbc.na

Namibia Film Commission

P O Box 41807, Windhoek +264 61 381 900 info@nfc.na

Namibia Media Holdings

P O Box 3436, Windhoek 11B General Murtala Muhammed Avenue, Eros, Windhoek +264 61 297 2000 republikein@republikein. com.na www.nmh.com.na

Media Institute of Southern Africa Regional Secretariat Private Bag 13386, Windhoek +264 61 283 2665 info@misa.org www.misa.org

NEWSPAPERS

Allgemeine Zeitung

P O Box 3436, Windhoek +264 61 297 2310 azinfo@az.com.na www.az.com.na

Informante

P O Box 11363, Windhoek +264 61 275 4363 news@informante.web.na www.informante.web.na

Vital Contacts

Namib Times

P O Box 706, Walvis Bay +264 64 205 854 - Walvis Bay +264 64 461 866Swakopmund admin@namibtimes.net www.namibtimes.net

Namibia Economist

P O Box 49, Windhoek +264 61 221 952 reception@economist.com. na www.economist.com.na

New Era Private Bag 13364, Windhoek +264 61 208 0800 info@nepc.com.na

Republikein

P O Box 3436, Windhoek +264 61 297 2000 republikein@republikein. com.na www.republikein.com.na

The Confidente

P O Box 5033, Windhoek +264 61 246 136 palata@confidente.com.na

The Namibian

P O Box 20783, Windhoek Tel: +264 61 279 600 Email: info@namibia.com.na www.namibian.com.na

The Namibian Sun

P O Box 86829, Eros +264 61 383 403 / 61 297 2171 azinfo@az.com.na www.namibiansun.com

The Villager +264 83 288 8400 news@thevillager.com.na www.thevillager.com.na

Windhoek Observer

P O Box 2255, Windhoek +264 61 411 800 subscribe@observer.com.na www.observer.com.na

RADIO STATIONS

99FM

P O Box 21593, Windhoek +264 61 383 450 www.99fm.com.na

Base FM

P O Box 70448, Windhoek +264 61 26 3726 manager@basefm.com.na

Caprivi News

+264 66 253 162 editor@caprivivision.com

Channel 7/ Kanaal 7 P O Box 20500, Windhoek +264 61 420 850 www.k7.com.na

Energy 100FM

P O Box 676, Windhoek +264 61 256 380 info@energy100fm.com

Fresh FM

+264 83 000 1029 onair@freshfm.com.na

Hitradio Namibia

P O Box 11025, Windhoek +264 85 344 4111 info@hitradio.com.na www.hitradio.com.na

Katutura Community Radio

P O Box 74088, Windhoek +264 61 263 768

Kosmos 94.1

P O Box 9639, Windhoek +264 61 255 985 info@kosmos.com.na www.kosmos.com.na

Namibia Community Radio Network

+264 61 236 069

NBC Radio

P O Box 321, Windhoek +264 61 291 9111 pr@nbc.na www.nbc.na

Afrikaans Radio

+264 61 291 2007 / 8

NBC German Radio

+264 61 291 2330

NBC National Radio and Rukavango Radio +264 61 291 2003

NBC Oshiwambo Radio +264 65 220 451

NBC Otjiherero Radio

+264 61 291 2457

NBC Tswana Radio and Lazi Radio

+264 81 669 1668

Omulunga Radio

P O Box 40789, Windhoek +264 61 242 350 info@omulunga.com.na www.omulunga.com.na

Radio Antenna Namibia

P O Box 11849, Windhoek +264 61 225 182

Radio Kudu

P O Box 5369, Windhoek +264 61 247 262 radiokudu@radiokudu.com. na

Radio Live (Community radio Rehoboth)

P O Box 1426, Rehoboth +264 62 525 421

Radio Wave

P O Box 9953, Windhoek +264 83 000 1000 onair@radiowave.com.na www.radiowave.com.na

Unam Radio

Private Bag 13301, Windhoek +264 61 206 3111 info@unam.com.na

TELEVISION STATIONS

NBC - Namibian Broadcasting Corporation

P O Box 321, Windhoek Cullinan Street, Windhoek +264 61 291 2100

pr@nbc.na / tvlicence@nbc.com.na www.nbc.na

One Africa Television

P O Box 21593, Windhoek Unit 44, Hyper Motor City, Maxwell Street, Windhoek +264 61 383 450 info@oneafrica.tv www.oneafrica.tv

We have entered a new era of how television content is created, delivered, and even defined. The digitalization of papers, the evolution of streaming media, an explosion of mass content creation, and on-demand access to various content are among the factors driving this transformation.

The TV landscape has changed dramatically over the last decade. From PVR to streaming services, the way we watch TV has significantly changed. As new technologies emerge, they often disrupt existing modalities.

TELEVISION’S FUTURE

In light of all these new trends and changes, MultiChoice Namibia is positioning the business for the future by providing integrated customer value propositions that personalise the customer experience, to develop strong customer loyalty, off the back of a robust content offering on its DStv, GOtv and Showmax brands.

Building on its track record of investing in technology to be ahead of the curve and to accommodate shifts in consumer video consumption trends to support future growth, the group continued to transition strategically with an increased investment in Showmax, ahead of an exciting re-launch earlier this year. We remain focused on developing our leading entertainment platform that caters for consumer needs across Africa, on leveraging our footprint to build a differentiated ecosystem and on developing additional revenue streams.

THE NEW SHOWMAX IS REVOLUTIONISING STREAMING

Earlier this year, MultiChoice, Comcast’s NBCUniversal and Sky announced the launch of the new Showmax featuring a refreshed brand and a massive content line-up, all delivered on a powerful new streaming platform.

At the heart of the new offering is the world’s first standalone Premier League plan for mobile, with all 380 games offered live on Showmax Premier League.

There are currently just over 450 million smartphones in the hands of individuals across Africa … and more than 250 million avid football lovers on the continent. Showmax Premier League is a game-changing product that gives individuals a ticket to the football they love, wherever they are, on the device they always have with them, at a price that’s impossible not to love.

Alongside the Premier League, the new Showmax also opens the door to a thrilling entertainment universe spanning a wide range of stars and stories across multiple genres, with no fewer than 21 new Showmax Originals.

There will be more than 1 300 hours of Showmax Originals produced in the coming year, representing a significant 150% increase in production output compared to the year before.

Unlike our competitors, Showmax’s content offering is boosted by its focus on the African market and strengthened by the vast creative and commercial presence already established by MultiChoice.

As the first streaming service in Africa to make mobile downloads possible for offline viewing and the first to launch a mobile-only plan, Showmax has now delivered incredibly competitive new price points, with a growing network of payment options available to customers.

DIGITAL INNOVATION AND THE ENTERTAINMENT EXPERIENCE

MultiChoice is leading the digital transformation in entertainment, not only with the reimagined Showmax streaming platform but across all its platforms.

Over recent months, MultiChoice Namibia expanded its online offering by introducing GOtv Stream to GOtv customers across Namibia and introduced DStv Stream - a groundbreaking service that allows new customers to access DStv content seamlessly without the need for a satellite dish, bringing content directly to their TVs or mobile devices.

These digital advancements are grounded in our continued commitment to offer more than just content; we offer value for money through seamless digital interfaces that are even more accessible, effortless to use, and affordable. Our sole intent remained intact – enrich our customers viewing experiences.

Our digital transformation journey is about more than just technological advancements; it’s about creating a cohesive, user-centric ecosystem across DStv, GOtv, and our add-tobill products such as Showmax. Our approach to resolving common issues like the E-16 error, streamlining app functionalities, whilst futureproofing our technology demonstrating our dedication to enhancing customer experience and delivering value at every touchpoint.

TELLING THE NAMIBIAN STORY:

IMPACT THROUGH HYPERLOCAL FOCUS

MultiChoice has long embraced the power of telling authentically African stories that enrich the lives of African audiences, celebrating the diversity of the continent and its multifaced culture.

The company has built business models around this commitment, not just supporting African storytelling in principle, but practically, by growing the African film and TV production sector, as well as its content industry.

In 2022, MultiChoice Namibia embarked on an ambitious journey to provide uniquely local and inspiring Namibian content and empower Namibian creatives with the necessary skills to grow the creative industry. The undertaking with the local broadcaster nbc produced 13 unique locally produced Namibian films, which featured on DStv, GOtv and Showmax under the banner ‘Namibia to the World’ and received overwhelmingly positive responses from Namibian and African audiences across the board.

Now MCN has officially launched the second phase of its local content initiative, Ombura, making it the largest commercial investment in the local TV and film industry – this year producing 6 feature films, 1 documentary and 1 lifestyle series – each showcasing a unique and authentic perspective of Namibia, its culture, its people, and way of life.

To build the capacity to provide the hyperlocal programming, MultiChoice established the MultiChoice Talent Factory (MTF) in 2014. MTF is a continent-wide training initiative dedicated to training the next generation of African filmmakers and storytellers. Since its establishment,13 Namibians have graduated as young filmmakers who are now taking Namibian stories to the world - with two more Namibian students expected to graduate at the end of 2024.

This industry integration has twin benefits of providing the creative sector with a healthy pipeline of talented young people, while also giving MTF graduates relevant experience. Seven MTF graduates have worked on the MCN local content project, helping create unique Namibian films, documentaries and series.

THE FUTURE OF TELEVISION IS STILL BRIGHT

MultiChoice has a compelling growth strategy in place, which is partly driven by the opportunity to capture sustainable long-term growth through our targeted investment in streaming and the need to absorb increased external economic pressure on the business and its consumers in the short-term.

So, while the media landscape is undoubtedly changing, MultiChoice maintains its significance through its unique offering. It’s not just surviving; it’s thriving by adapting and continuing to play a crucial role in our daily lives. The business has embraced the evolution of television, recognising the enduring value of linear TV alongside the rise of online streaming, digital transformation, local content and placing our customers at the centre of everything we do.

stories that matter.

That’s our mantra at Venture Media. Sharing stories, information and inspiration with an audience that understands and values why certain things matter. Why conservation, tourism, people, communities, businesses and ethics matter. How these elements interrelate and how we can bring about change, contribute to the world and support each other. Whether for an entire nation, an industry, a community, or even just an individual. We find, explore, discover, teach, showcase and share stories that matter.

OUR SERVICES

CREATIVE CONCEPT & CAMPAIGN DEVELOPMENT

We create comprehensive and personalised creative concepts and curate campaigns based on your needs and goals. From inception and idea to creation, production and dissemination.

CREATIVE STORYTELLING & CONTENT CREATION

We create and curate creative content development, strategise multi-media content dissemination and ensure that your content effectively tells your brand story and reaches your audience.

PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Our in-house photographers provide professional, high-quality photography enticing viewers to engage and positively experience your business, lodge and brand from the start.

VIDEO PRODUCTION

Video production and short films are key marketing and campaign tools that can deliver messages visually and effectively. Our team of professionally trained filmmakers will help you capture your stories in the best light.

CREATIVE DESIGN

We offer high-quality graphic design for online campaigns, print, advertising and branding collateral. Style, creativity and skill combine to create powerful messaging which is key in driving action for your brand.

SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT

Social media has changed the way people connect, discover and learn about new things, showcase their ideas and creativity and share information. We use socials as platforms to share your story with audiences far and wide.

Venture Media

Creating stories that matter.

Venture Media is the pioneer of Namibia’s tourism, conservation and industry promotion. We distribute accurate, credible, up-to-date and regular information on paper, social media and the web. Over more than 30 years we have reached hundreds of thousands of readers and to date, we are the leader in content generation and magazine publishing in Namibia.

When most people hear "venture" they think excitement and exploration, which is exactly what Venture Media stands for – an adventurous journey aiming to market and promote Namibia locally and internationally as an attractive and exciting destination for travel and business.

Founded in 1990, Venture Publications, now Venture Media, is a 100% Namibian company that supports Namibian businesses and local talent and creates advertising mediums and platforms for all Namibians.

Our privately owned company specialises in full-colour, high-quality magazines on tourism, conservation, business, trade and related industries in Namibia, as well as beautifully designed reference and coffee-table books. Content creation is the pillar of what we do. We package and distribute content online, on social media and in video production and print, as well as creating personalised content for clients.

Additionally, we offer clients creative concept development and communications management services. Whether you are looking for bright ideas that evolve into exciting events or interesting stories, Venture Media is passionate about sharing Namibian voices and narratives and highlighting to the world that Namibia is a country and a community of people who are dedicated to sustainable growth and development.

NAMIBIA TRADE NETWORK

The Namibia Trade Network is a multi-platform media network of business professionals and trade-related information platforms promoting and encouraging local and foreign investment in Namibia. Through print publications, digital channels and events (such as our Business Breakfast Club), we leverage our network of influential businesses and professionals to best showcase and connect Namibian trade and industry and collectively celebrate the success of homegrown entities and the country’s investment potential.

TRAVEL NAMIBIA

For 31 years, Travel News Namibia, now Travel Namibia, has been at the forefront of sharing Namibian travel and tourism stories, information and updates with readers across the world. After its recent rebrand, we have reaffirmed this goal of sharing accurate and inspirational tourism and destination content with the world, helping promote Namibia as the ultimate travel destination to potential visitors. All of this is done under the theme of "Conscious tourism", so that the stories we share attract the right kind of visitors and help ensure the sustainability and continued prosperity of this important sector of Namibia’s economy.

FLYNAMIBIA AND FLYNAMIBIA INFLIGHT MAGAZINE

FlyNamibia, the country’s first privately owned scheduled passenger airline, is one of our key partners. Along with managing their brand, content creation and creative marketing needs, we also publish the airline’s inflight magazine. Stories in the FlyNamibia inflight magazine are compiled by Venture Media’s content team and with contributions from Namibian companies, brands and freelance writers. Regular features include economic, business, investment and industry updates, wellness and health features, industry and local news, tourism and travel features, as well as exciting creative campaigns that feature and celebrate Namibian creativity and ingenuity.

CONSERVATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT IN NAMIBIA

This special annual publication is produced in partnership with the Namibian Chamber of Environment and features stories, reports and narratives that celebrate Namibia’s numerous conservation successes. From those on-the-ground and in-the-know, Conservation Namibia highlights projects and people who work tirelessly in Namibia’s ongoing strive toward continued conservation success and sustainability.

HUNTINAMIBIA

For 23 years, Huntinamibia magazine has been instrumental in showcasing Namibia and its hunting sector as ethical, regulated and sustainable. It highlights the crucial role of conservancies, nature parks and reserves in wildlife protection and community livelihoods. By telling these compelling stories, Huntinamibia aims to ensure the world of Namibia’s commitment to conservation and sustainable hunting practices. As the voice of the sector, it continues to play a pivotal role in lobbying for and promoting these values globally.

The Brief

Namibia's Leading Daily Business, Finance and Economic News

The Brief is Namibia's premier daily publication specialising in business, finance and economic news. With a strong digital presence and a loyal following, we provide comprehensive and upto-date coverage of local and international business affairs. Our mission is to deliver accurate, insightful and timely information that empowers our readers to make informed decisions and stay ahead in the dynamic world of commerce.

OUR REACH AND AUDIENCE

At The Brief, we understand the importance of reaching a wide audience across various platforms. We have successfully built a significant online presence and have amassed a substantial following on popular social media platforms. In addition to our social media presence, we have a strong subscriber base of readers who receive our publication through WhatsApp and email.

LinkedIn: With over 22,000 subscribers on LinkedIn, we have established ourselves as a go-to source for professionals, executives and industry leaders seeking insightful business news and analyses.

Instagram: Our Instagram account boasts over 17,500 followers, making it a hub for visually appealing content and quick snippets of business news that cater to a younger, visually orientated demographic.

Facebook: On Facebook, we have fostered a community of 12,000 followers who engage with our content and share valuable insights with one another, creating a dynamic forum for discussion.

X: With 6,700 followers on X (previously Twitter), we leverage this platform to provide real-time updates, breaking news, and engage in conversations with our readers and industry experts.

WhatsApp and email: In addition to our social media reach, we have a dedicated subscriber base of over 16,600 readers who receive The Brief through WhatsApp and email. This group of daily readers demonstrates their commitment to staying informed about business, finance, and economic news.

Website hits and visits: Our website has a monthly average of 851,792 hits and 270,481 visits. This demonstrates a comprehensive engagement of readers that are comprising industry specialists. Moreover, the website averages 200,545 hits/visits per day.

DEMOGRAPHICS OF OUR READERS

Our readership spans a diverse range of professionals, entrepreneurs, investors and individuals with an interest in business, finance and economics. Here is an overview of the demographics of our readers:

Age: Our readership includes individuals across various age groups, with a significant portion falling between 25 and 55 years old. We cater to both early-career professionals seeking industry insights and established business leaders looking for expert analyses.

Education: The Brief attracts highly educated individuals with a keen interest in business and finance. Many of our readers hold bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, or other professional certifications.

Industries: Our readership is not limited to a single sector but rather encompasses a wide range of industries, including banking, finance, technology, manufacturing, real estate, retail, and more. We strive to cover news and trends that impact various sectors of the economy.

Geographic distribution: While The Brief is based in Namibia, our digital platform allows us to reach a global audience. We have a strong readership within Namibia, and we also attract readers from neighbouring countries, international investors and individuals interested in the Namibian business landscape.

Job Titles: Our readership comprises professionals from various job roles, including CEOs, executives, managers, entrepreneurs, consultants, economists, analysts, and students pursuing business related fields.

The Brief is proud to be Namibia's leading daily business, finance and economic news publication. With a robust online presence and a loyal and diverse readership, we strive to deliver high-quality content that meets the informational needs of our audience. By leveraging multiple platforms, including WhatsApp and email subscriptions, we ensure that our readers can access our news and analyses wherever they are, enabling them to stay informed, make informed decisions and thrive in the rapidly changing business landscape.

OUR

SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS

LinkedIn: @The Brief Live Nam

X: @TheBriefLive

Instagram: @Thebrieflive

Facebook: @TheBriefLive

Growth in the agricultural sector is projected to remain subdued during 2024 as a result of the worsening drought conditions. The Bank of Namibia (BoN) projects growth of 3.6% in the livestock subsector and negative growth of 13% for the crop farming and forestry subsector.

LIVESTOCK

Livestock farming dominates the agricultural sector and accounts for more than half of the total agricultural output. The sector’s growth is projected to decrease from 9.1% in 2023 to 3.6% following below-average rains during the 2023/24 rainy season and poor rangeland conditions, forcing farmers to reduce their herds.

A total of 294,938 cattle were marketed in 2023, an increase of 17% from 250,751 in 2022. More than half (151,808) were exported on the hoof to mainly South Africa, while 104,649 were slaughtered at local A-class abattoirs and 38,581 at various B-class and C-class abattoirs countrywide.

Namibian export abattoirs exported an estimated 16.9 million beef products in 2023. The European Union accounted for 9 million kg (53%), followed by South Africa (3.1 million kg), the United Kingdom (1.9 million kg) and China (1.2 million kg).

The growth of 36.7% in the sheep sector during 2023, compared to 2022, was driven by live exports and slaughtering at A-class abattoirs. Live exports increased by 41.3% from 581,873 heads in 2022 to 795,145 heads in 2023. South Africa remained the main buyer of sheep with 99.7% of live export market share.

Mutton production increased from 395,016 kg in 2022 to 940,863 in 2023. South Africa was the main export destination (62%), followed by Norway (33.8%) and Botswana (3.8%).

South Africa introduced stringent new regulations for the importation of cattle, sheep and goats for direct slaughter and feedlot purposes in March 2024. The new rules prohibit the mixing of Namibian livestock in feedlots with South African animals to protect and preserve the genetic integrity of South Africa’s indigenous livestock and to prevent crossbreeding. The Livestock Producers’ Organisation (LPO) has criticised the new export conditions, saying it would bring more red tape and that it was introduced without consulting stakeholders in Namibia.

Although pork production has grown substantially since the implementation of the Pork Market Share Promotion Scheme (PMSPS) in 2012, Namibia continues to be a net importer of pork with the domestic market producing between 44% and 50% of local consumption. The shortfall is imported mainly from South Africa with Germany and Spain as alternative markets.

The Meat Board of Namibia, a statutory body, has officially been renamed as the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia (LLPBN) following the promulgation of the Livestock and Livestock Products Amendment Act (No. 15 of 2023) in August last year. Under the new act, poultry, eggs, dairy, hides and skins, which were not controlled products under the old act, are declared controlled products which can be regulated by restrictions on imports.

SAVANNA BEEF

Savanna Beef, a producer-initiated beef processing company, has secured a N$150 million loan for the construction of its export abattoir south of Okahandja. The company also secured N$80 million in equity capital from two separate private investor groups. Savanna Beef Processors, which was initiated by the Beef Value Chain Forum, initially raised N$193 million in equity capital through three private placements which came from over 660 Namibian cattle producers. The abattoir is expected to be completed by June 2025 and the company aims to slaughter between 22,000 and 24,000 cattle per month once it is fully operational.

MEATCO

Meatco, a commercial public enterprise, recorded a loss of N$118 million for the period from 1 February 2022 to 31 January 2023. The enterprise received yet another bailout of N$212 million for the settlement of contingent liabilities in the 2024/25 financial year following a N$66.7 million lifeline in the 2023/24 national budget. Despite its financial woes, Meatco sold its meat for N$4 billion less than its local competitors which exported meat to the same international markets between 2018 and 2023.

CEREAL PRODUCTION

Namibia remains a net importer of cereals. The country’s cereal production is projected to decline by 53% from 153,012 tonnes during the 2022/23 season to 72,150 tonnes during the 2023/24 season. Commercial areas are projected to produce only 49% of the national cereal harvest. This has been ascribed to a smaller number of farmers who planted white maize and wheat following the late and dispersed rainfall.

White maize production in the commercial area has provisionally been estimated at a mere 19,900 tonnes, a 77% decrease from the 2023/24 harvest of 88,200 tonnes. The production of pearl millet, a staple food in the north of the country, is expected to decrease by 22% – from 20,500 tonnes to 15,900 tonnes – because of poor rains.

Although the production of white maize and wheat at the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform’s green schemes is projected to increase from 10,600 tonnes in 2023 to 13,100 tonnes in 2024, the schemes continue to be under-utilised.

An amount of N$65 million has been budgeted for the 2024/25 financial year towards green schemes administered by the ministry, including Phase II of the Neckartal Dam Irrigation Project. The ministry announced in 2022 that it would lease unproductive green schemes and yet-to-be-developed green schemes to local and international investors. To date only two schemes, the Uvhungu-Vhungu Dairy Farm in the Kavango East Region and the Orange River Irrigation Project have been leased to private operators.

AGRONOMY

Namibia has achieved 55% self-sufficiency in vegetable production since the introduction of the Horticulture Market Share Promotion (MSP) scheme in 2004. Importers of horticultural products are currently required to buy 47% of produce in Namibia before they are allowed to import any fruit or vegetable produce. The production of 20 specially controlled products is monitored by the Namibian Agronomic Board (NAB) and closed border periods for imports are imposed on specific products when sufficient local production is expected.

Despite the progress with vegetable production, the country imports 95% of fruits, mainly from South Africa, to meet the local demand. Apples, banana, citrus fruits, mango, avocado and paw-paw are the top six fruits on the import list. To address the imbalance, the NAB has initiated the Namibia Fruit Development Scheme (NFDS), which aims to stimulate local fruit production, processing and marketing.

VITAL CONTACTS

Agro-Marketing and Trade Agency (AMTA)

P O Box 350, Windhoek Erf 209, Industrial Road, Lafrenz, Windhoek

+264 61 202 3300 info@amta.na

Namibian Agronomic Board

P O Box 5096, Windhoek 30 David Hosea Meroro Road, Windhoek +264 61 379 500 pro@nab.com.na

Meat Corporation of Namibia P O Box 3881, Windhoek Northern Industrial Area, Windhoek +264 61 321 6400 CAffairs@meatco.com.na

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

Namibia exported 9.3 million cartons of table grapes with a value of N$1.7 billion during the 2023/24 season, an increase of 19% on the previous season. Other high-value fruit crops such as dates and citrus fruit, which are mainly grown along the Orange River in southern Namibia, as well as blueberries, which are grown in the Kavango East Region, are produced mainly for the export market.

DAIRY

Members of the Dairy Producers’ Association (DPA) have welcomed the inclusion of dairy under the Livestock and Livestock Products Act, which empowers the agriculture minister to prohibit the import of milk and dairy products and to limit the quantity of products that may be imported.

The country’s single largest milk producer, Namibia Dairies, produces raw milk and a variety of dairy products from milk obtained at its !Aimab Superfarm near Mariental and about a dozen other dairy farms. High production costs of especially fodder and the importation of cheaper milk and dairy products, mainly from South Africa, has resulted in a drastic decline in milk production by dairy farms since 2018.

POULTRY

The country’s largest producer of chicken meat, Namibia Poultry Industry (NPI), produces around two thirds of the annual local demand. The industry is set to become more self-sufficient following the opening of the second-largest broiler producer, Kadila Poultry Farming near Okahandja, in June 2024. The company plans to produce 400 tonnes of chicken meat per month at full production and will create more than 350 full-time and part-time jobs.

+264 61 237 838 nau@nau.com.na

Agricultural Business Development Agency (AGRIBUSDEV)

Private Bag 13184, Windhoek Government Office Park, Luther Street

+264 61 208 7168 info@greenscheme.org.na

Agricultural Bank of Namibia (Agribank)

Private Bag 13208, Windhoek +264 61 207 4111 info@agribank.com.na www.agribank.com.na

Namibia National Farmers Union

P O Box 3117, Windhoek

+264 81 271 117 info@nnfu.org.na www.nnfu.org.na

AGRICULTURE AT A GLANCE

• The agricultural sector is one of the largest employers in the country

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

• Livestock farming accounts for more than 50% of agricultural output

• Namibia is 55% self-sufficient in vegetable production but imports 95% of its fruit

• Main horticultural exports are grapes, dates, citrus fruit, blueberries, onions and tomatoes

SUSTAINABLE HARVESTING OF DEVIL’S CLAW

A lifeline for communities in the Kavango West

In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at bridging the gap between nature conservation, agriculture and governance, Namibia is witnessing a transformation in the management of its rural landscapes. Venture Media, in collaboration with the Namibia Integrated Landscape Approach for Enhancing Livelihoods and Environmental Governance (NILALEG), has launched a podcast series to shed light on this innovative project. Jonas Nghishidi, the project leader, recently shared insights into NILALEG’s ambitious mission to foster a harmonious coexistence between people and the environment.

Across vast northern Namibia, the NILALEG Project orchestrates a series of conservation and community upliftment efforts across five main landscapes, each hosting unique activities aimed at sustainable development. Among these, the Nkulivere landscape in Kavango West stands out for its strategic focus on many nature-based sustainable use projects, among them the sustainable harvesting of Devil’s Claw (Harpagophytum procumbens). This peculiar plant, recognised by its hook-like fruit, is not only celebrated for its anti-inflammatory properties but also as a cornerstone in the project's mission to enhance local livelihoods through the controlled and sustainable utilisation of natural resources.

Werner Mbongo and Mukoya Nyangana, project coordinators with the Namibia Nature Foundation, are at the helm in Nkulivere. They explain the initiative’s dual goals: ecological sustainability and economic empowerment. “The main objective is sustainable livelihood improvement,” Mukoya says, noting the rich abundance of Devil’s Claw in the area which catalysed the project’s inception. The NILALEG team supports local harvesters with everything from training workshops to essential harvesting tools, ensuring that the plant's extraction is managed carefully to avoid depleting its wild populations.

For local residents like Shapi Sakeus and Haiyambo Regina Kapango, Devil’s Claw harvesting has become a lifeline. Shapi describes his journey into harvesting: “I harvest Devil’s Claw because I would like to improve my life. When you sell Devil’s Claw, you can pay your children’s school fees and buy food for your house. We can live from it.” Regina’s experience echoes this sentiment, “It changed my life a lot. Now I can start a business," highlighting the project's profound economic impact.

However, sustainable harvesting presents its own set of challenges, particularly in market dependencies. Mukoya highlights a critical issue: “There is only one buyer...when you

engage community members, you hear issues like they need diversity.” This limitation not only affects pricing flexibility but also exposes harvesters to the risks of market downturns. In response, the project promotes broader buyer engagement and combats illegal harvesting, which can both economically and ecologically undermine their efforts.

Central to the project's strategy is a robust training programme. Werner details a peer-led education model that ensures best practices in sustainable harvesting spread throughout the community. “We train a 12-member committee from different villages on sustainable Devil’s Claw harvesting, and then they become trainers themselves,” he describes. This approach not only fosters community resilience but also ensures that sustainable methods are deeply ingrained across the region.

The economic and social benefits of the project are undeniable. Mukoya proudly states, “Our harvesters, when they do the harvesting, sell and the income is used at household level, improving their lives." He points to the increased adherence to sustainable methods and the growing number of locals registering as harvesters as key successes.

As the sun sets over the Nkulivere landscape, the promise of growth and sustainability looms large. With ongoing efforts to expand its reach and deepen its impact, the NILALEG Project is poised to set a global benchmark in sustainable natural resource management. Here in the Kavango West, through the roots of Devil’s Claw, a humble yet powerful plant, a vibrant future is being cultivated for Namibia's local communities. This project is more than just about harvesting – it’s about nurturing a sustainable future.

Scan the QR code to watch a video on the Devil's Claw harvesting project. Follow our series on NILALEG’s impact across its five landscapes in upcoming issues. For more information on the project, visit: www.meft.gov.na/projects/nilaleg-project/313/

The NILALEG Project is implemented by the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme and funded by the Global Environmental Facility.

Elzanne McCulloch

Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia

The Meat Board of Namibia is a statutory body that came into existence in 1935 and facilitates the export of livestock and livestock products (of species cattle, sheep, goats, poultry and pigs only).

It is adequately equipped to assist the livestock and livestock products trade with relevant information, technical and administrative support.

STRATEGIC CHARTER

The Strategic Charter of the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia seeks to establish:

• An animal disease-free environment

• The production of quality Namibian Livestock Products

• Export growth and market diversification

• Increased Export growth

• A respected, world-class regulatory organisation

• Promoting a cohensive livestock product industry

• Forging active stakeholder engagement

MANDATE

The object of the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia as per the Meat Industry Act (No. 12 of 1981) is to “promote the interest of the livestock and livestock products industry of Namibia in Namibia and elsewhere”.

VISION

The vision of the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia is to be a locally and internationally recognised organisation that promotes a profitable, vibrant, qualitydriven Namibian livestock and livestock products industry in local and international markets.

MISSION

The mission of the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia is to promote a conducive environment for: sustainable livestock and livestock products production, market growth and diversification for livestock and livestock products by way of appropriate regulatory intervention.

CORE VALUES

• To have an effective, autonomous and self-sustainable organisation

• To advocate for and provide information on aligning livestock production and animal health with market and consumer requirements

EXPECTED OUTCOMES

Ensure a sustainable Organisation

• Economic & financial decision making

• Cost and operational efficiency

• Service orientation

Strengthen stakeholder relations

• Regular consultations with the stakeholders and vice versa on industry matters

• Respected authority on livestock product matters

• Striving for common vision in industry

Livestock products markets identification, access and maintenance

• Existing markets accessed maintained and improved

• New value-added markets domestically and internationally identified and access facilitated

• NCA markets identified and access facilitated

Regulatory control of standards, quality assurance and import/exports

• Improved import and export control at borders

• Administration of quality schemes; FAN Meat and Seal of Quality

• Classification of carcasses at export abattoirs

• Administration of market share promotion schemes –pork, poultry and dairy

Production, processing and marketing

• Increased advisory services to improve competitiveness

• Financial support for maintaining essential animal health services

guiding excellence across namibia and beyond

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

KEY STRATEGIC ISSUES

By expanding our horizon with a renewed focus on excellence in service, the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia is driven to be a locally and internationally recognised organisation that promotes a profitable, vibrant, quality-driven Namibian livestock and livestock products industry in local and international markets.

• To have regulatory systems in place to apply standards, quality assurance and import/export control

• To promote export diversification, value addition and market access to competitive markets

• To strengthen relations with government and key stakeholders towards improved collaboration and partnerships

Phone:

Email: info@nammic.com.na

Website: www.nammic.com.na

• Promotion of Namibian livestock and livestock products domestically and internationally

• Reduced cost of regulatory and industry compliance

• Promote sustainable livestock and livestock products production

• Producing strategic data and industry-related research

P O Box 38, Windhoek +264 61 27 5830 info@nammic.com.na www.nammic.com.na

REALGOOD CHICKEN SME DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS

TO DATE, REALGOOD CHICKEN HAS EQUIPPED 3,420 ENTREPRENEURS WITH CULINARY AND BUSINESS EDUCATION THROUGH TRAININGS.

Feedmaster

“If I’ve seen further than others, it is by standing upon the shoulders of giants.” – Sir Isaac Newton

Since our establishment in 1983, we have been standing, in the words of Sir Isaac Newton, “upon the shoulders of giants”. We therefore dedicate this message to every farmer for trusting us.

At Feedmaster, we’ve kept our promise: to deliver the best quality livestock feeds to take every farmer’s business to greater heights. However, we remain thankful to every staff member, consultant, scientist, business partner and leader who helped Feedmaster become the market leader in animal feeds.

Feedmaster provides farmers with a variety of feed products for cattle, sheep, goats, poultry, horses and even pets.

Our goods are available countrywide, making Feedmaster a truly and proudly Namibian enterprise.

GET SUPPORT FROM OUR EXPERT TEAM OF TECHNICAL ADVISORS

Danie de Lange: 081 128 8713 (Hardap)

Joubert de Wit: 081 128 1518 (Karas)

Richard Peens: 081 045 0837 (East)

Christo van Zyl: 081 147 4199 (North)

Beata Auala: 081 396 5383 (North)

Frank Kanguatjivi: 081 127 3029 (North and South)

Markus du Plessis: 081 635 4061 (SME Development)

PUBLIC SERVICES

Namibia offers a stable destination for investment and doing business. The country has a multi-party democracy, strong democratic institutions and adherence to the rule of law. Free, fair and transparent elections are held every five years. Namibia also has an excellent transportation infrastructure, sound financial sector and an abundance of natural resources.

The Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade (MIT) is responsible for the development and management of Namibia’s economic regulatory regime. The ministry has finalised a draft National Investment Policy which will be submitted in the 2024/25 financial year. It is also in the process of finalising several bills to improve Namibia’s investment climate. These include:

• The Namibia Investment Promotion and Facilitation Bill (NIPFB), which is expected to be promulgated in the 2024/25 financial year. It provides for the treatment and support of domestic and foreign investors, as well as the reservation of certain sectors for Namibian investors.

• The draft Special Economic Zone Bill and regulations, which are expected to be tabled during the 2024/25 financial year. The act will replace the Export Processing Zone regime which will be phased out by the end of 2025.

• The Competition Bill, which will replace the Competition Act (No. 2 of 2003).

• The National Equitable Economic Empowerment Bill (NEEEB), which is yet to be finalised and tabled in parliament following numerous public consultations. The proposed legislation, which aims to promote the economic empowerment of previously disadvantaged Namibians, has been under discussion since 2016.

The ministry has allocated N$315,484,000 for operational expenses and N$50 million for its development budget for the 2024/25 financial year – an increase of 24% on the 2023/24 budget.

AFRICAN BUSINESS LEADERSHIP AWARDS 2024

Industrialisation and Trade Minister Lucia Iipumbu received the Africa Trade and Investment Minister of the Year 2024 award at the 14th African Business Leadership Awards (ABLA) in London, England in July 2024. The award recognises ministers who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic vision in promoting trade and investment opportunities, fostering economic growth and enhancing international partnerships within their respective countries.

NAMIBIA INVESTMENT PROMOTION AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD

The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) is a state-owned public enterprise which resorts under the Office of the President. It replaced the Namibia Investment Centre and commenced operations on 1 January 2021. Its mandate includes, amongst others, the promotion

and facilitation of investments by foreign and domestic investors, as well as new ventures that contribute to economic development and job creation. The board also plays an important role in supporting the growth and development of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

The board’s One Stop Centre serves as a single point of information and services to 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.

STATE-OWNED ENTERPRISES

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

Provision for subsidies and transfers to all SOEs in the 2024/25 budget was projected at N$3.2 billion compared to N$1.4 billion in the 2023/24 financial year.

SUBSIDIES AND TRANSFERS TO COMMERCIAL PUBLIC ENTERPRISES IN THE 2024/25 FINANCIAL YEAR

PUBLIC SERVICE

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, as appointed by the president.

Services that are decentralised to the 14 regional councils by the central government are provided at the second level of government. These services include primary healthcare, preprimary 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 I and Part II 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 (No. 23 of 1992).

PRIVATE SECTOR

Namibia’s private sector provides a complete range of quality customer services, ranging from professional, scientific and technical services, finance and insurance, real estate as well as transport and logistics to administration, communication, hospitality, healthcare as well as wholesale and retail trade.

Businesses are required to comply with legislation that is generally applicable, such as the Labour Act (No. 11 of 2007) and the Social Security Act (No. 34 of 1994), and to register with the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) regarding 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. These include registration with the Namibia Training Authority (NTA) and the designation of employers as defined in the regulations of the Employment Services Act (No. 8 of 2011) and the Affirmative Action (Employment) Act (No. 29 of 1998).

At local authority level, businesses are required to comply with the regulations applicable to the various local authorities. These include, amongst others, building regulations, health regulations, trading licences, noise control regulations and outdoor advertising.

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), the Namibian Employers’ Federation (NEF), the largest employers’ organisation in Namibia, and the Chamber of Mines of Namibia (CoM). 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. The Bank of Namibia (BoN), the Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (NAMFISA) and the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) are among these regulatory and oversight bodies.

BUSINESS AND PUBLIC SERVICES AT A GLANCE

• In terms of the Namibian Constitution, the economy is based on public, private and joint public-private ownership

• The country provides a safe and politically stable destination for investment and doing business

• The Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade is mandated to develop and manage the country’s economic regulatory regime

• The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) is responsible for the promotion and facilitation of investments in the country

VITAL CONTACTS

Eastern and Southern Africa Management Institute (ESAMI)

P O Box 1836, Windhoek +264 61 23 6965 / 6 esamiwhk@mweb.com.na www.esami-africa.org

Namibian Competition Commission (NaCC)

P O Box 2104, Windhoek +264 61 224 622 www.nacc.com.na

Namibia National Reinsurance Corporation (NamibRe)

P O Box 716, Windhoek +264 61 422 800 info@namibre.com www.namibre.com

Namibia Insurance Brokers Association (NIBA)

P O Box 283, Windhoek +264 61 384 029

Namibia Institute of Public Administration and Management (NIPAM)

Private Bag 13218, Windhoek +264 61 296 4700 www.nipam.na

Namibia Special Risks Insurance Association (NASRIA)

P O Box 417, Windhoek +264 61 229 207 www.nasria.com.na

Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA)

P O Box 2133, Windhoek +264 61 431 3200

info@nsa.org.na www.nsa.org.na

Public Service Commission of Namibia (PSC) Private Bag 1338, Windhoek +264 61 287 3046 info@opm.gov.na www.psc.gov.na

Security Enterprises and Security Officers Regulation Board (SESORB) Private Bag 12024, Windhoek adminsan@iway.na www.sanamibia.com

Social Security Commission (SSC)

Private Bag 13223, Windhoek +264 61 280 7251 corporate@ssc.org.na www.ssc.org.na

Trust Fund for Regional Development and Equity Provisions (TFRDEP) P O Box 23160, Windhoek +264 61 227 880 www.murd.gov.na

Trans Kalahari Corridor Secretariat (TKCS) P O Box 23017, Windhoek +264 61 25 0071 admin@tkcmc.com www.tkcmc.com

EMPOWERING UNEMPLOYED NAMIBIAN WOMEN

A revolution in skill development and financial independence

As you soar through the skies, consider the transformative power of opportunity. Women at Work, also known as W@W, is not just an organisation but a catalyst for monumental change. Registered under section 21 of the Companies Act and the National Welfare Act of 1965, this organisation has a compelling vision: to revolutionise the lives of unemployed Namibian women, including those who could not complete school for various reasons, through skill development and employment.

We invite you to journey with us as we explore the transformative courses reshaping Namibian women's lives. From dressmaking to literacy programmes, these initiatives are not merely transforming individual lives; they are changing the fabric of entire communities.

TAILOR YOUR FUTURE: BEGINNERS AND ADVANCED DRESSMAKING PROGRAMMES

Sewing is not simply a craft but a gateway to financial independence. Our dressmaking programmes start with foundational skills, equipping participants to master the basics of sewing. For those who wish to further their expertise, our advanced courses introduce the intricacies of commercial pattern cutting. In Namibia, garment making is not just a pastime; it is a viable avenue for self-employment and financial stability.

UNLOCK POTENTIAL: COACH A CHILD TO READ SKILLS PROGRAMME

Imagine altering the course of a child's life through the gift of literacy. Our Coach a Child to Read Skills Programme offers a dual benefit. Participants acquire a marketable skill and lay the educational foundation for early learners. By imparting basic reading skills, we set the stage for a lifetime of educational achievement.

A SECOND CHANCE: THE NEW BEGINNING PROGRAMME

Reintegration into society is a formidable challenge for women on parole. We offer the New Beginning Programme in collaboration with the Windhoek Correctional Facility under the Ministry of Safety and Security. This initiative dismantles societal prejudices and offers these women a fresh start through a customised dressmaking course. With the generous backing of First National Bank Namibia, this programme is set to transform lives for an entire year.

THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE

While we offer a lifeline to many, the scope of what we can achieve is amplified by community involvement. If the stories you have read resonate with you, consider extending your impact beyond these pages. Whether it is contributing to our cause or sponsoring a student, your support could be the catalyst for someone's new beginning.

With Women at Work, empowerment is not just a word; it is a way of life.

We express our sincere appreciation to all our donors and will acknowledge your contribution on our website and publications.

To support this initiative, find banking details below:

Bank Name: Bank Windhoek Branch: Maerua Mall

Account Number: 483-872

Account Type: Cheque Account

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 mobilising 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’ behaviour 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 is food, 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.

SHOPRITE NAMIBIA

Paul Malan

Team Namibia Member List

P O Box 11307, Klein Windhoek 6 Diehl Street, Southern Industrial Area, Windhoek +264 81 1 245464 / +264 61 372 400 pmalan@shoprite.co.za

OHLTHAVER & LIST GROUP

Roux-Che Lock

P O Box 16, Windhoek 7th floor, Alexander Forbes House, 23-33 Fidel Castro Street, Windhoek +264 61 207 5207 roux-che.locke@ol.na www.ol.na

WOERMANN & BROCK SUPERMARKETS

Konrad Schwieger P O Box 86, Windhoek 8 Hugo Hahn, Klein Windhoek +264 81 815 8349 / +264 83 331 9000 konradwb@gmail.com www.woermannbrock.com

PICK N PAY NAMIBIA

Daniela Luis Cnr Independence Avenue & Fidel Castro Street, Windhoek +264 81 15 56200 Daniela.Luis@ol.na www.pnp.na

OUTSOURCING SOLUTIONS

Sidney Hanstein

P O Box 4410, Windhoek 4th Floor, Bridgeview Offices, 4 Dr Kwame Nkrumah Street +264 81 271 619 / +264 61 227 983 shanstein@outsol.com.na www.outsol.com.na

HOSPITALITY ASSOCIATION OF NAMIBIA

Gitta Paetzold

P O Box 86078, Windhoek Unit 3, Philadelphia House, 6 Newton Street +264 61 222904 / +264 81 212 2576 gittap@hannamibia.com www.hannamibia.com

AMUTANGA TRADING ENTERPRISES

Korbinian Shikongo

P O Box 70150, Windhoek Bella Vista Mall, Erf 7008, Hans-Dietrich Genscher Street, Khomasdal +264 61 210 242 amutanga@iway.na

DYNAMIC WATER SOLUTIONS

Lydia Develias

P O Box 3757, Windhoek 8055 Schweitzer Street, Windhoek West +264 61 236 911 info@dynamicnam.com

ETOSHA FISHING CORPORATION

Linekela Kapundja

P O Box 3, Walvis Bay 1 Rikumbi Kandanga Road +264 64 215 600

Linekela.Kapundja@ etoshafishing.com www.etoshafish.com.na

N/A’AN KU SÊ WILDLIFE EXPERIENCE / NEURAS WINE & WILDLIFE ESTATE

Gerhard Fourie

P O Box 99292, Windhoek D850 Road, Maltahöhe District +264 63 293 417 gerhard@naankuse.com www.neuraswines.com

NAMIB MILLS GROUP

P O Box 20276, Windhoek Dortmund Street, Northern Industrial Area, Windhoek +264 61 290 1020 / +264 81 291 4821 VWeakley@namibmills.com. na

LEXNA INSURANCE

Camillo Shalli P O Box 32026, Pioneers Park Cnr Hosea Kutako & Adler Street, Windhoek West +264 61 448 800 camillo@lexna.com.na

NATURE’S TRACK HEALTH

FOODS

P O Box 1038, Swakopmund 11 Phillip Street, Industrial Area, Swakopmund +264 81 38 13548 info@naturestrack.com

PENDUKA TRUST

Kauna Mudhengi P O Box 7635 Plot 36, Goreangab, Windhoek +264 81 232 3230 / +264 81 207 9911 management@penduka.org

DINAPAMA MANUFACTURING AND SUPPLIES

David Namalenga P O Box 21423, Windhoek Erf 744, Simmentaler Street, Northern Industrial Area, Windhoek +264 61 260 717 / +264 81 628 4845 info@dinapama.com / sales@dinapama.com

NAMIBIA DAIRIES

Dalinka Alberto Private Bag 11321, Windhoek 15 Gold Street, Prosperita, Windhoek +264 61 299 4700 Dalinka.Alberto@ol.na www.namibiadairies.com

HARTLIEF

Claudia Opperman Hartlief Factory, 1 Ruhr Street, Northern Industrial Area, Windhoek +264 81 128 5570 Claudia.Opperman@ol.na www.hartlief.co.za

NAMIBIA TOURISM BOARD

Charmaine Matheus Private Bag 13244, Windhoek Sam Nujoma Drive, Windhoek +264 81 781 1325 / +264 61 290 6002 charmaine.matheus@ namibiatourism.com.na

COLLEXIA PAYMENTS

Rudolf de Klerk P O Box 150, Windhoek 7 Seitz Street, Windhoek +264 83 425 0030 rudolfdk@collexia.co www.collexia.co

LEFA TRANSPORTATION

SERVICES

Melkies Ausiku

Unit 6 The Village Office Suites, 18 Liliencron Street, Windhoek +264 81 206 2973 melkies@lefa.com.na

O&L BRAND X

Patricia Hoeksema

Cnr Independence Avenue & Fidel Castro Street, Windhoek +264 61 207 5808 patricia.hoeksema@ol.na

UNMATCHED POTENTIAL COACHING

Etienne Raymond Private Bag 12012, Ausspannplatz, Windhoek +264 81 717 2168 etienne@thedomenamibia. com

TULANDE ONLINE

Kristofine K. Ekandjo P O Box 60214, Windhoek 39 Schlettwein Street, Pioneers Park +264 81 349 9884 k.ekandjo@tulandeonline. com www.tulandeonline.com

SPRED INVESTMENTS

Eliaser Benjamin P O Box 1099, Ondangwa +264 81 340 1930 / +264 81 719 3919 info@spredinvestments. com / sales@ spredinvestments.com

MELLO FOODS

Mike Samson

Next to China Town, Unit 15, 18 Flamican Park, New Castle Street, Windhoek +264 81 761 7626 mike@mello.com.na / dylan@mello.com.na

JJ NAM CHEMICALS

Josef Shikeva P O Box 1389, Windhoek Unit 6, Magnolia, Rendsburger Street, Lafrenz +264 84 000 8111 / +264 81 180 1100 info@namchem.com.na

OBAYE TRADING

Kondjeni Metusalem Uushona

P O Box 1951, Walvis Bay +264 81 128 0725 / +264 81 220 9022 mkondja@gmail.com

Komnik & Franck a Namibian legacy

Since its establishment in 1954 by founders Anton Komnik and George Franck, Komnik & Franck has built a solid reputation as one of Namibia’s most trusted businesses. What began as a manufacturing representative enterprise has grown into a prominent wholesale company that serves a wide range of clients across the country. Today, under the ownership of Jürgen Cronjé, Komnik & Franck continues its proud legacy, providing top-tier products and services tailored to the hospitality and retail sector.

Komnik & Franck’s clientele spans Namibia’s vibrant hospitality industry, catering to hotels, restaurants, coffee shops, lodges and guest farms. Additionally, the company supplies corporate clients and major retail businesses, solidifying its place as a versatile and reliable partner for wholesale needs. This diverse customer base reflects the company’s commitment to delivering high-quality goods and exceptional service across a broad spectrum of industries, a commitment that has anchored Komnik & Franck as a fixture in the Namibian market.

At the heart of Komnik & Franck’s offerings is barista training, a dedicated offer for the cultivation of specialised coffeemaking skills. In recent years, the art of coffee preparation has evolved, with customers expecting more complex and finely crafted coffee beverages. Komnik & Franck’s barista training programme ensures that those in the hospitality industry receive expert training in creating high-quality, modern coffee experiences.

Beyond training, Komnik & Franck welcomes all retailers and business owners to visit its showroom for a firsthand look at

the extensive range of products available. Located in a vibrant and inviting space, the showroom serves as a one-stop shop for all wholesale needs, showcasing an impressive variety of high-quality merchandise. The meticulously curated inventory is designed to meet the diverse needs of customers, whether they are looking for essential hospitality items or unique pieces that add character to their shelves.

Stepping into the Komnik & Franck showroom offers more than just access to products; it provides an immersive experience where knowledgeable staff are readily available to guide visitors through the selection. The team’s expertise ensures that every customer receives tailored recommendations suited to their specific business requirements. This level of personalised service sets Komnik & Franck apart, making it a trusted partner that goes above and beyond to support its clients’ success.

Komnik & Franck also prides itself on its in-house technical expertise. As the sole Jura coffee machine distributor in Namibia, the company employs a Jura-certified technician and a certified industrial coffee machine technician, ensuring that clients receive professional, reliable support for their coffee machines. This commitment to technical excellence guarantees that the equipment provided by Komnik & Franck remains in top working condition, further enhancing the value offered to customers in the hospitality sector.

With over six decades of history and an unwavering dedication to quality, Komnik & Franck stands as a true Namibian legacy. Businesses across the country are invited to connect with a company that continues to evolve, innovate and support Namibia’s hospitality and retail industries.

Birgit Hoffmann Executive Coaching

Ignite your potential - Embark on a transformational coaching journey with Birgit Hoffmann

With over 20 years of executive management experience and global accreditation as an executive coach, Birgit combines deep business acumen with cutting-edge coaching techniques. As an industrial and organisational psychologist, she understands the complexities of human behaviour and organisational dynamics.

Birgit’s approach is rooted in the principles of Integral Coaching® – an approach that enables you to become more present and less reactive, as well as to have a longer-term view and more courage. It helps you to respond freely and creatively.

Her approach goes beyond surface-level changes. She dives into every aspect of your life – work, relationships, physical health and spirituality – to uncover the root causes of challenges and unlock your true potential.

Through a programme tailored to your needs, Birgit empowers you to overcome obstacles, develop new perspectives and create lasting change. Her holistic approach addresses both professional and personal growth, ensuring that you thrive in all areas of your life.

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SMART Investment Destination in Namibia City of Windhoek

Why global players are investing in WINDHOEK:

1. Politically stable government since 1990.

2. Seat of numerous major regional and international corporates.

3. Robust macro-economic environment.

4. Free, fair and transparent regulatory framework.

5. Uninterrupted supply of electricity.

6. Home to 4G and fiber optic technology.

7. Cutting edge financial services and world-class banking facilities.

8. Stronghold in manufacturing and industrial development.

9. Home to the highest number of skilled English speaking workers.

10. Host to world-class healthcare facilities and education.

11. Most populous urban center in Namibia.

12. Global player with small town charm.

To be a Sustainable and Caring City by 2027

Kalahari Holdings (Pty) Ltd

Kalahari Holdings (Pty) Limited was established in 1989 in terms of the Company Act, 1973 (as amended). The company is wholly owned by the SWAPO Party and is a diverse and dynamic investment holding company playing an active role in the development of Namibia. Significant contributions to the Namibian economy have been made so far in the form of employment creation, creation of wealth, poverty alleviation and significant monetary contributions to shareholders. Kalahari Holdings has earned a reputation of excellence in business practices and the provision of quality products and services. The Group has grown from a medium-sized company to a large corporation.

Kalahari Holdings has experienced exponential growth over the past ten years. Profits are constantly reinvested in various development and expansionary programmes to finance the company’s growth and to maximise profits. The company utilises some of its earnings to finance its subsidiaries and other related entities. This form of financing is required as part of risk diversification and careful planning aimed at realising overall returns for the company, its subsidiaries and related parties. Kalahari Holdings, together with its subsidiaries and joint ventures, employs close to 3,300 permanent employees and also utilises the services of seasonal and casual workers.

FARM DE RUST

Located 12 km west of Grootfontein, Farm De Rust contributes to food security intending to sustain the livelihoods of all Namibian people. The farm has opened doors to the production of different horticultural produce throughout the years and is proud to have been crowned as 2021’s Maize King by the Grootfontein Farmers’ Association.

NAMPRINT

Namprint offers printing services to the public sector and a broad spectrum of businesses in the private sector as well as individuals. It is one of the certified security printing companies in the country and operates in accordance with the Cheque and Magnetic Ink Character Recognition (MICR) Standards Authority. Being equipped with advanced printing technologies, facilities and professional expertise enables the company to provide its clients with quality printing services. Namprint has expanded its business scope to cover security printing, commercial printing, packaging printing, web printing, digital printing, book printing and more.

NAMIB CONTRACT HAULAGE

Founded in 1989, Namib Contract Haulage (Pty) Ltd operates passenger transport services from Windhoek to the northern regions of Namibia. Its transport fleet is popularly known as the “yellow buses” or “SWAPO buses”. The reputation of the bus service has been earned through its timeliness, reliability, safety, comfort and competitive pricing. The company has realigned its focus towards commuters, bus hire and long-distance transportation.

NAMIBIA PROTECTION SERVICES

Namibia Protection Services (NPS), with its head office in Windhoek, was founded in 1989 by the SWAPO party’s leadership upon their return to the country. The company was transferred to Kalahari Holdings (Pty) Ltd in 2017 in order to be run as an independent entity. NPS organises and controls security activities in 14 national branches.

NPS currently specialises in the following divisions:

• Rapid response and monitoring

• Cash and asset transportation

• Guard placement

• Specialised aviation security

seeks to embark upon financing many more such profitable development projects ensuring continuous growth. The company is planning to expand its prime property portfolio and is actively seeking new properties for residential and commercial development opportunities in Windhoek.

Subsidiaries

Tuulikki Nelulu, Marketing Manager 36A Promenaden Road, Eros, P O Box 20919, Windhoek +264 61 225 333 tuulikki@kalahariholdings.com

Namib Contract Haulage (Pty) Ltd

Namib Contract Haulage (Pty) Ltd operates passenger transport services from Windhoek to the northern regions of Namibia. Its transport fleet is popularly known as the ‘yellow buses’ or ‘SWAPO buses’. The reputation of the

service has been earned through its timeliness, reliability, safety, comfort and competitive pricing. The company has realigned its focus towards commuters, bus hire and longdistance transportation. The intention is to undertake new

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Pupkewitz Motors

Your one-stop shop for all things automotive in Namibia

SHOP FOR ALL AUTOMOTIVE IN NAMIBIA

A legacy of excellence since 1954

motoring company, aiming to enhance the lives of our clients through exceptional service. Our dedication extends to providing exciting career opportunities and comprehensive training programs, making Pupkewitz Motors a dynamic and rewarding workplace. Join us on our journey to set industry standards and be part of the best in the business.

OUR VALUES

Inclusion: We all belong

company, aiming to enhance the lives of our exceptional service. Our dedication providing exciting career opportunities and training programs, making Pupkewitz dynamic and rewarding workplace. Join us on set industry standards and be part of the business.

Pupkewitz Motors, a well-established Namibia’s motoring industry since throughout the nation with 26 branches located in Windhoek, Swakopmund, Tsumeb, Rundu, Otjiwarongo, and Ongwediva.

Excellence: We consistently strive to be best-in-class

Integrity: We always do the right thing - even when no one is looking

PInnovation: There is always a better way

Collaboration: Together we do better

VALUES all belong

Respect: We treat others the way we want to be treated

We consistently strive to be

Customer Centricity: The customer always comes first

always do the right thing - even looking

upkewitz Motors, a well-established name in Namibia’s motoring industry since 1954, operates throughout the nation with 26 branches strategically located in Windhoek, Swakopmund, Otjiwarongo, Tsumeb, Rundu, Otjiwarongo and Ongwediva. Our extensive network ensures easy access to a comprehensive range of new and pre-owned vehicles, including bakkies, sedans, trucks, forklifts and bikes, along with genuine and generic car parts and accessories. Beyond vehicle sales, we take pride in offering top-notch repair and maintenance services, utilising state-of-the-art equipment and skilled technicians to keep your vehicle in optimal condition. Additionally, we provide financing and insurance solutions for a seamless and convenient experience.

There is always a better way

Together we do better treat others the way we want

Centricity: The customer

As proud partners with leading global vehicle brands, we are committed to becoming Namibia’s preferred motoring company, aiming to enhance the lives of our clients through exceptional service. Our dedication extends to providing exciting career opportunities and comprehensive training

programmes, making Pupkewitz Motors a dynamic and rewarding workplace. Join us on our journey to set industry standards and be part of the best in the business.

OUR VALUES

Inclusion: We all belong

Our extensive network ensures easy comprehensive range of new and pre-owned including bakkies, sedans, trucks, forklifts, along with genuine and generic car parts

Excellence: We consistently strive to be best-in-class

Integrity: We always do the right thing - even when no one is looking

Innovation: There is always a better way

Beyond vehicle sales, we take pride in repair and maintenance services, utilizing equipment and skilled technicians to in optimal condition. Additionally, we and insurance solutions for a seamless experience.

Collaboration: Together we do better

As proud partners with leading global we are committed to becoming Namibia’s

Respect: We treat others the way we want to be treated

Customer Centricity: The customer always comes first

“Driving

“Driving excitement through mobility”

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Francois Erasmus and Partners

Legal practitioners, notaries & conveyancers

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

Francois Erasmus and Partners is a distinguished boutique legal practice, centrally located in the capital, just a five-minute walk from the High Court and Advocates’ chambers. We cater to a diverse range of clients, delivering efficient and cost-effective legal services with a personal touch, backed by an excellent service history. Leveraging the latest technology, we ensure a seamless and user-friendly accounting and communications experience.

Over the past decade, we have specialised in civil litigation in the Supreme and High Courts of Namibia, addressing the corporate and conveyancing needs of our varied clientele. Our expertise spans constitutional, construction, banking, insurance law, as well as company and labour matters.

We champion modern mediation and arbitration methods as alternative dispute resolution strategies, saving our clients both time and money. Our primary focus remains on maintaining high service levels and achieving prompt results for our clients.

At Francois Erasmus and Partners, our staff reflects the diverse demographics of Namibian society, providing a warm, friendly, yet professional environment for our clients. The firm is 100% Namibian-owned and all employees at the firm are Namibian, have equal opportunity, are receiving the highest level of training and are exposed to the best resources and IT-programmes to advance and become fullyfledged professionals themselves. We are committed to community investment and believe in the responsibility to uplift and empower disadvantaged citizens.

Francois Erasmus and Partners is fully committed to the Namibian society and understands its obligation and social responsibility towards the upliftment of the community as a whole. Our proven track record is a testament to our dedication and expertise.

SPECIALISED AREAS OF PRACTICE:

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

• Conveyancing/Notarial

• Short term and life insurance matters

• Registration of Companies, Close Corporations and Trusts

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

• Building disputes and related matters

• Contract law

• Estate administration

• Debt collection

+264 83 332 5300 info@ferasmuslaw.com.na www.ferasmuslaw.com

PPlastic Packaging (Pty) Ltd

lastic Packaging is a complete packaging solutions company. If we do not already have a packaging solution for you, we will find or develop one that will fit your requirements. We are the only full-cycle factory in Namibia, which distinguishes us from our competitors in the Namibian market. Our goal is to consistently improve our processes, quality and productivity in the manufacturing and supply of printed and unprinted film products, as well as the procurement, warehousing and distribution of general packaging products.

Considering the context of the organisation as a set of interrelated processes, our Food Safety Management System (FSMS) is planned, implemented, controlled and improved in compliance with the requirements of the international standard ISO 22000:2018. Through effective leadership we have grown to become the market leader in LDPE, HDPE and LLDPE plastic products, all manufactured in Namibia and complying to Namibian and international regulations on responsible plastic manufacturing.

Under the current and previous generation’s leadership, our company expanded from one branch operating in Windhoek in 1982 to a multinational company now also trading in South Africa with branches in Upington, Paarl, Johannesburg and Kimberley. The national and international footprint of Plastic

Packaging allows us to provide an excellent service to our more than 2,000 customers in the geographical areas we serve, thus facilitating delivery within 24 hours of stock on hand. We currently employ 100% Namibian citizens, of which 89% is of previously disadvantaged racial groups and we actively encourage labour-driven manufacturing above mechanisation.

171 Mandume Ndemufayo Avenue, Southern Industrial Area, Windhoek | +264 61 299 5000 | info@ppnam.com | www.ppnam.com

Namibia Polymer Recyclers (NPR)

Namibia Polymer Recyclers is a subsidiary of Plastic Packaging (Pty) Ltd. Our recycling plant, the first in Namibia, was established in 2008.

Our company not only embraces sustainable business practices, but is also charting a course towards a cleaner, greener future. We take full responsibility of all the recycling products that we manufacture – post-industrial waste generated during our manufacturing process is recycled either in-house or by Namibia Polymer Recyclers (NPR) in Okahandja and returned to the production facility where it is integrated into the manufacturing process again. Furthermore,

post-consumer recycled waste is purchased from NPR and products like our STAR refuse bags range and builders sheeting are produced from this recycled material.

NPR is the country’s only mechanical plastic waste recycler, and our recycling facilities allow us to recycle 4,600 tonnes annually. These facilities are an example of how the Namibian community can collaborate with businesses, government institutions and civil society partners to support or create closed-loop systems to ensure used packaging is collected, recycled and reused.

We have proven that plastics can be recycled back into its original form and therefore reduce the carbon footprint which plastic manufacturing has on the environment.

Recently, Plastic Packaging (Pty) Ltd established a new PET recycling plant in collaboration with Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA), which was officially inaugurated on 25 April 2024 by the Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism, Hon. Pohamba Shifeta. We see this as an investment in a greener future through a partnership between Plastic Packaging and CCBA.

Industry Street North 654, Industrial Area, Okahandja | +264 62 500 126 | gloria@ppnam.com | www.ppnam.com/namibia-polymer-recyclers-npr

Namibia Plastic Converters (NPC)

As a member of the Plastic Packaging group of companies and operating under the name Namibia Plastic Converters (NPC), we are proud to state our contribution to economic development by providing solutions to our country’s unique infrastructural network of water mains, irrigation, sewer and drain systems.

Our close ties with Namibia Polymer Recyclers enables a continuous supply of recycled pipe material being used in all our AGRO Poly ranges, which enables us to reduce, reuse and recycle.

Our commitment to constantly provide newly developed products, services and technologies makes us a preferred supplier to Namibian merchants, farmers and developers.

Industry Street North 483, Industrial Area, Okahandja +264 62 501 170 reception@namplastic.com www.ppnam.com/namibia-plastic-converters-npc

Oryx Properties Limited

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.

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

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.

“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

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

+264 61 423201 admin@oryxprop.com.na www.oryxprop.com

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

As a listed property company, we understand the importance of

Fisher, Quarmby & Pfeifer

Your Trusted Legal Partner

Founded over a century ago, Fisher, Quarmby & Pfeifer (FQP) is Namibia's oldest and one of its most respected law firms. Originating in 1904 under Justizrat Dr. Albert Stark, the firm has consistently upheld its reputation for integrity, excellence and client-focused service. Today, FQP is recognised as a trusted legal partner, offering a comprehensive range of services tailored to businesses, financial institutions and individuals.

DIVERSE AND DEDICATED TEAM

FQP is led by six experienced partners: Floris Coetzee, Alwyn Harmse, Jens Roland, Jerome Gaya, Sean McCulloch and Caitlin Quinn. Supporting them is a team of experienced consultants consisting of Chris Gouws and Adrie van der Merwe, four professional associates and four candidate attorneys, many of whom are specialists in their respective fields. The firm is deeply committed to transformation and empowerment, with approximately 50% of its staff drawn from previously disadvantaged groups.

COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE

As a service-driven firm, FQP prioritises proactive client engagement and tailored solutions. The firm’s clean record with the Law Society of Namibia reflects its adherence to the highest ethical standards. Its team also actively contributes to community upliftment through initiatives like funding education for underprivileged students and supporting local charities.

GLOBAL REACH

Through its membership in the international TerraLex and AEA networks, FQP extends its services internationally, maintaining collaborations with foreign firms to address cross-jurisdictional legal challenges.

WHY CHOOSE FQP?

With over 100 years of expertise, Fisher, Quarmby & Pfeifer combines a rich legacy with modern legal strategies, making it a leader in Namibia’s legal landscape. Whether you are an entrepreneur, corporate entity, multinational or individual, FQP is your reliable partner in achieving the best possible outcomes.

OUR EXPERTISE

FQP provides specialised legal services across various fields, including but not limited to:

Business, Commercial and Company Law: From company registration and mergers to corporate governance and tax advisory, the firm supports businesses at every stage of their growth.

Banking Law: Expertise includes foreclosures, deal structuring, financial advice and compliance with financial regulations.

Litigation Dispute Resolution and Debt Collection: Representing clients in civil disputes, FQP handles complex civil and commercial cases, property disputes and alternative dispute resolutions, as well as debt collection.

Conveyancing and Property Law: Offering services in property transfers, bond registrations, sectional title schemes and land reform transactions.

Labour and Employment Law: Guidance on employment agreements, disciplinary matters and compliance with Namibia's Labour Act.

Intellectual Property Law: Protection of trademarks, patents and copyrights, ensuring clients’ creative and commercial assets are safeguarded.

Mining, Oil and Gas Law: Comprehensive support for mining operations, oil and gas activities and operations, as well as compliance with environmental and natural resource regulations.

Insurance and Financial Law: Assistance in navigating insurance policies, regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.

The education and higher education ministries received close to 53% of the budget allocation for the social sector in the 2024/25 financial year. The allocation for these two ministries accounts for nearly 24% of the total budget. The total budgetary allocation to the two ministries accounts for about 9.5% of the GDP.

Atotal of N$18.4 billion has been allocated to the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture for the 2024/25 financial year – an increase of 9.5% compared to the previous financial year. Personnel expenditure accounts for 79% of the ministry’s budget. Education Minister Anna Nghipondoka pointed out in her budget motivation speech that the personnel expenditure has remained constant between the 2023/24 and 2024/25 financial years. She attributed this to the ministry’s efforts of instituting payroll efficiencies through mandatory annual payroll verification exercises and monthly payroll monitoring.

An amount of N$970 million, representing a mere 5% of the ministry’s total budget allocation, has been budgeted for capital expenditure for the development of education facilities, including the construction of 12 schools and the renovation and upgrading of schools and basic education facilities countrywide. The development budget includes a provision of N$110 million for the building of school hostels countrywide. Provision of close to N$1.5 billion in development expenditure has been provided for in the 2025/26 and 2026/27 financial years.

During the 2023/24 financial year, the ministry completed a primary school in Otavi, a school hall and kitchen in Otjiwarongo, two school hostels in the Kavango West Region and two in the Zambezi Region. A total of 510 classrooms and 70 ablution facilities were built through a procurement agreement with August 26 Construction, while the construction of another 512 classrooms has been launched. Despite the accelerated building of education facilities, the ministry is still faced with a shortage of over 3,400 classrooms and over 1,000 hostel blocks.

A total of 40,682 full-time and 35,394 part-time candidates sat for the 2023 Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Ordinary (NSSCO) examinations. Just over 25% of the 40,682 full-time candidates obtained the required 25 or more points to advance to the Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Advanced Subsidiary (NSSCAS) level or to tertiary education in 2024. This represents an increase of 3.8% compared to the 21.4% who qualified in 2022. A total of 8,134 full-time candidates registered for the NSSCAS in 2023.

HIGHER EDUCATION

The Higher Education Vote has been allocated N$4.8 billion for the 2024/25 financial year, an increase of 13% on the preceding year.

The University of Namibia (UNAM), which has close to 29,000 students enrolled at 12 campuses, received state funding of N$1 billion in the 2024/25 budget. The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) was allocated N$505 million in the 2024/25 budget. It has a total enrolment of over 16,000 students and, in addition to its main campus in Windhoek, it has campuses at Lüderitz and Eenhana and ten regional centres to assist distance learning students.

NSFAF

The Namibia Student Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF) received 31,114 applications for financial assistance for the 2024 financial year, of which 23,785 met the funding requirements. The fund provided financial assistance to 20,131 students in 2023.

The fund’s budget allocation has been increased by over 50% from N$1.6 billion for the 2023/24 financial year to N$2.3 billion for the 2024/25 financial year. The fund has granted loans and grants of N$17.5 billion to 176,310 students over the past decade. NSFAF has, however, had little success in recovering debts of over N$5.2 billion from 52,000 beneficiaries with outstanding loan repayments.

Higher Education, Technology and Innovation Minister

Itah Kandjii-Murangi announced in June 2024 that eligible continuing and newly awarded students at higher education and vocational training centres will receive N$10,000 as a student loan for non-tuition fees as from 2024.

VOCATIONAL TRAINING CENTRES

Technical and vocational education and training (TVET) is provided at eight vocational training centres (VTCs) run by the Namibia Training Authority. Construction of the Keetmanshoop VTC was expected to be completed by the end of August 2024, while the Khorixas VTC was expected to begin its first trainee intake in September 2024.

With colleges at Khorixas, Keetmanshoop, Nkurenkuru and the expansion of the Kai//Ganaxab Youth Skills Training Centre to include a TVET college scheduled for completion in 2024, the growing number of candidates who want to enrol for vocational training will be accommodated. Several private businesses and VTCs also offer a variety of trade and specialised training courses.

PRIVATE SECTOR EDUCATION

Article 20 of the Namibian Constitution provides for the establishment of private schools, colleges or other institutions of tertiary education, subject to registration with the education ministries and several other requirements.

The number of private schools offering quality education in Namibia has proliferated in Namibia over the past three decades and there are currently over 250 registered private schools throughout the country. Some schools offer the NSSCO and ASL curricula, while others offer curricula such as the Independent Examination Board, Cambridge system and more. The Namibian Private Schools Organisation (NAPSO) is affiliated with 21 private schools throughout the country.

The regulations of the Higher Education Act (No. 26 of 2003) require that private institutions offering higher education programmes are registered with the education ministry in order to be granted authority to offer higher education programmes.

A total of 69 training institutions and the programmes they offer were registered with the Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA) as at March 2024. These institutions offer a wide range of qualifications in various fields, ranging from certificates and diplomas to degrees.

The privately owned International University of Management (IUM) is accredited with the NQA and the National Council for Higher Education (NCHE). It offers 91 programmes at its campuses in Windhoek, Ongwediva, Walvis Bay and Nkurenkuru, a city branch in Windhoek, the Centre of Excellence for Education in Ongwediva, the TVET Okahao Campus and the IUM Swakopmund Research, Training and Conference Centre.

VITAL CONTACTS

Center for Global Education

P O Box 21324, Windhoek +264 61 228 773 info@ centerforglobaleducation. com www. centerforglobaleducation. com

Institute for Management and Leadership Training

P O Box 22524, Windhoek +264 61 230 555 imlt@imlt.org.na

Junior Achievement

Namibia

P O Box 1596, Windhoek +264 61 221 140 info@janamibia.com www.aflatoun.org

Namibia College of Open Learning (NAMCOL)

Private Bag 15007, Windhoek +264 61 270 9100

Namibia Association for Literacy and Adult Education (Rössing Foundation)

P O Box 20746, Windhoek +264 61 280 9111 RUL.communication@ rossing.com.na www.rossing.com

Namibian Institute of Mining and Technology (NIMT) Private Bag 5025, Swakopmund +264 64 511 800 ho@nimt.edu.na www.nimtnam.com

Namibia National Students Organisation (NANSO)

P O Box 22013, Windhoek +264 61 685 2424 info@nanso.org www.nanso.org

Namibia Students Financial Assistance Fund (NSFAF)

P O Box 22013, Windhoek +264 61 434 6000 studentsrelations@nsfaf.na www.nsfaf.na

Namibia’s second privately owned university, the Welwitchia University, was established as the Welwitchia Health Training Centre in 2013. It was granted full university status by the NCHE in June 2024. The university will invest N$2 billion to construct new campuses in several towns in the country and will introduce 15 new programmes over the next two years.

EDUCATION AT A GLANCE

• About 23% of total government expenditure has been allocated to the education sector in the 2024/25 financial year

• Namibia currently has 1,726 public schools

• Over 250 registered private schools countrywide

• Two state-funded universities: University of Namibia (UNAM) and Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST).

• Two private universities: International University of Management (IUM) and Welwitchia University

Namibia Qualifications Authority (NQA)

Private Bag 13247, Windhoek +264 61 384 100 marketing@namqa.org www.namqa.org

National Council for Higher Education (NCHE)

P O Box 90890, Windhoek +264 61 307 012 info@nche.org.na www.nche.org.na

National Examinations and Assessment (DNEA)

Private Bag 13186, Windhoek +264 61 29 34437 / 4435

National Institute for Educational Development (NIED)

Private Bag 2034, Okahandja +264 62 50 9000 eshikongo@nied.edu.na www.nied.edu.na

The University Centre for Studies in Namibia (TUCSIN)

P O Box 11174, Windhoek +264 61 22 4840 info@tucsin.org www.tucsin.org

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) Private Bag 13406, Windhoek +264 61 435 6013 windhoek@unesco.org www.unesco.org

Windhoek Vocational Training Centre (WVTC) Vocational Trainning Center Private Bag 13334, Windhoek +264 61 211 742/3 reception@wvtc.edu.na www.wvtc.edu.na

Namibia Training Authority (NTA)

P O Box 70407, Windhoek +264 61 207 8550 info@nta.com.na www.nta.com.na

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SCHOOL OF VET MEDICINE

You may be surprised to learn that the work that veterinarians do affects us all, and this has nothing to do with whether you are a pet owner or not. Due to the interconnectedness of the health of animals, people and the environment, veterinarians play a critical role in environmental protection, research, food safety, public health and medical research. This is key, considering that a large percentage of all human diseases originate in animals. Some of the ways that veterinarians contribute to universal health include the protection of people from animal diseases or the safety of our food by overseeing the health and welfare of livestock.

Dr Anna Marais is the associate dean of the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Namibia (UNAM). “Namibia is an animal-orientated country, with a considerable portion of the GDP derived from livestock and wildlife. To effectively manage animal disease, maintain animal health, cater for our meat export market and wildlife tourism industries, as well as ensuring national safety of food of animal origin, a well-trained cadre of veterinarians is required. To this end, the University of Namibia has established a School of Veterinary Medicine,” says Dr Marais about the institution whose impressive track record is earning international accolades and regional respect.

In honour of our late president, Dr Hage Geingob, who was sometimes called Omake for the cheers he received around the country, this Omake moment story focuses on the UNAM School of Veterinary Medicine, which is proving a shining beacon in the extensive list of Namibia’s achievements. Dr Marais explains that there is much for Namibians to be proud of in this story. “Before the School of Veterinary Medicine was established, the entire veterinary profession in Namibia was trained outside the country, a large proportion of whom were expatriates. We now train highly competent Namibian veterinarians in our own country.”

What started as a stakeholder workshop in 2010 is today a fully equipped and established training facility whose curriculum is based on the guidelines for veterinary education by the World Organisation for Animal Health and benchmarked against other veterinary schools in the region, including the Universities of Pretoria, Zimbabwe, Tanzania and Zambia. The school has input and support from the Directorate of Veterinary Services and the Veterinary Association of Namibia, and is fully accredited by the Namibian Veterinary Council as well as the National Council for Higher Education of Namibia.

“The veterinary programme is a clear indication that the School of Veterinary Medicine will become a centre of excellence in the region and subregion. Already, many veterinarians who graduated from the School of Veterinary Medicine are employed or self-employed in Namibia,

Botswana and South Africa, and others are pursuing higher degrees abroad,” according to Dr Marais. The School of Veterinary Medicine is now in its eleventh year of operation and has a wide variety of fields of specialisation on offer, including veterinary pathology or veterinary public health. It offers students pre-clinical, paraclinical and clinical training.

What is more, students are equipped with an understanding of many animal species. From production animals such as cattle, poultry, fish and bees, to wildlife species, including critically endangered species, and right through to companion species such as horses, dogs and cats. Situated at the UNAM Campus in Windhoek as well as at the Neudamm Campus outside Windhoek, this thriving academy has key partnerships with established Namibian and regional partners. Dr Marais explains that the school uses a distributed teaching model, where students and instructors connect in different locations. They use supplementary lecturers as well as visiting professors and experts from Namibia, neighbouring countries and abroad. The partnerships assist with what is called “Day One Competences”, which describes the knowledge and skills required of veterinary students upon graduation to ensure that they are prepared to safely practise independently. Through their extensive programme, holders of this qualification are able to work in this demanding field, applying knowledge of veterinary medicine to diagnose and treat, conduct epidemiological studies and more.

Dr Marais mentions that a wide range of partners assist the school to provide their students with exposure to various fields and experiences. “Our final year students undergo an intensive core clinical rotation at the UNAM Veterinary Academic Hospital, where they are exposed to a number of medical, surgical and outpatient cases in a variety of species. The remaining extramural clinical rotations are conducted at selected state and private veterinary facilities in Namibia, private and state wildlife reserves, communal and commercial farming areas, villages in remote areas of Namibia with our Mobile Animal Clinic, export abattoirs and meat processing facilities, the SPCA and the Central Veterinary Laboratory.”

She adds, “Our clinical rotations include pathology and production animal clinical studies on our extensive and well-stocked farm, as well as the surrounding communal areas through our ambulatory clinic.” Veterinarians are in high demand regionally and internationally, but with high standards and extensive study loads only the best will qualify. The UNAM School of Veterinary Medicine, with its impressive curriculum, extensive partnerships and support from the highest levels of government is proving itself a shining beacon for Namibia, worth cheering for.

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FINANCE

The Bank of Namibia (BoN) projects that the domestic economy will decelerate to 3.7% in 2024 and has attributed the slowdown to weaker global demand and slower growth in the primary industries. The bank, however, projects that gross domestic product (GDP) growth will improve to 4.1% percent in 2025 on account of increased activities in the mining and agriculture sectors.

Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi tabled a budget of N$100 billion, inclusive of N$3.2 billion in development projects funded through external loans and grants, as well as N$12.8 billion in interest payments for the 2024/25 financial year, in the National Assembly on 28 February 2024. This represents an increase of 12.4% from the revised estimates of the 2023/24 financial year.

State revenue collections of N$90.4 billion are estimated for the 2024/25 financial year. Customs and excise account for 34% of projected income, value-added tax (VAT) for 24%, individual income tax for 24% and corporate tax for 14%. The budget deficit is projected at N$8.9 billion in nominal terms, which is 3.2% of the gross domestic product (GDP) in the 2024/25 financial year.

The minister announced several tax policy and administrative reforms in his 2024/25 budget speech:

• The threshold for income tax on individuals will increase from N$50,000 to N$100,000.

• The non-mining company tax rate will be reduced to 31% effective in April 2024 with further reductions to 30% in April 2025 and 28% during the 2026/27 financial year.

• The VAT threshold will increase from N$500,000 to N$1 million in the 2024/25 financial year.

• A corporate tax rate of 20% for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with an annual turnover below a predetermined threshold (still to be determined).

• The introduction of the Internship Tax Incentive Programme aimed at incentivising employers to enrol more interns by providing an additional corporate tax deduction. The total programme is expected to cost an estimated N$126 million.

Shiimi also announced that the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) bill would be tabled in the National Assembly during

the 2024/25 financial year before the expiry of the Export Processing Zone (EPZ) regime in 2025. Incentives would include a corporate income tax rate of 20% with normal capital allowances, while value-added tax (VAT) would be zero rated.

With regard to the repayment of the US$750 million (N$14.3 billion) Eurobond, the largest single-day debt maturity in the history of Namibia, which matures on 29 October 2025, Shiimi said the government would transmit N$3.5 billion during the 2024/25 financial year and about N$2 billion of Southern African Customs Union (SACU) receipts in the 2025/26 financial year to the sinking fund to place the government in a position to retire two-thirds (US$500 million) of the Eurobond at maturity.

He said the remaining one-third of the bond (US$250 million) would be refinanced using the most cost-effective instrument in the 2025/26 financial year, cognisant of the prevailing high interest rate environment and the need to manage debt servicing costs. In this regard, consideration will also be given to the domestic markets as well as financing from development finance institutions (DFIs).

BUDGET TRANSPARENCY

Namibia has been ranked third on the African continent for its budget transparency by the Open Budget Survey for 2023. The country scored 54 out of 100 points for transparency (compared to 42 points in 2021) and 46 out of 100 for budgetary oversight (48 in 2021).

The survey, which is conducted biennially by the International Budget Partnership, measures budget transparency (public access to key national budget information), public participation (opportunities for public participation in budget processing) and budget oversight (the role of formal oversight institutions). Countries are scored on a scale of 0 to 100.

REPO RATE

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the BoN decided to keep the repo rate, which was increased to 7.75% in June 2023, unchanged at its June 2024 meeting.

The MPC said although the domestic economy continued to recover, challenges remained and while the international stock of reserves was adequate, subdued domestic credit growth was a concern. According to the committee, it was “wary of the recent deterioration in inflation, which could jeopardise the progress that has been made over the past year in containing inflation and safeguarding price stability.” The MPC added, “This policy stance will continue to safeguard the one-to-one link between the Namibian Dollar and the South African Rand and support domestic economic activity.”

INFLATION

Namibia’s annual inflation moderated from 6.1% in 2022 to 5.9% in 2023 and is projected to average 4.8% in 2024. The annual inflation rate for June 2024 decreased to 4.6% compared to 5.3% in May 2023. On a monthly basis, the inflation rate for June decreased by 0.2% compared to an increase of 0.3% in May 2024. The Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) attributed the slowdown to price stabilisation in the food and non-alcoholic beverages categories, which make up 16.5% of the consumer basket. Inflation in this category decreased from 11.7% in June 2023 to 4.3% in June 2024, which has been attributed to price decreases in subcategories like bread, cereals and vegetables.

MOODY’S UPGRADE

Moody’s Ratings has maintained Namibia’s sovereign credit rating at B1 but upgraded the country’s rating from stable to positive. The ratings agency said that the positive outlook reflects Namibia’s improved growth prospects, which are supported by renewed investments in the mining and energy sectors, especially the nascent oil and gas and green hydrogen industries. The agency, however, warned that the future of these promising new industries remains “highly uncertain”.

VITAL CONTACTS

Bankers Association of Namibia (BAN)

P O Box 195, Windhoek +264 61 299 2116 www.ban.na

Development Bank of Namibia (DBN)

12 Daniel Munamava Street, Windhoek +264 61 290 8000 info@dbn.com.na www.dbn.com.na

Anti-Fraud Hotline: 0800 290 800 dbn@tip-offs.com

Economic Association of Namibia (EAN)

P O Box 21459, Windhoek +264 61 220 2181 info@ean.org.na www.ean.org.na

FINANCE AT A GLANCE

• Budget deficit (2024/25 FY): N$6.5 billion

• Debt as percentage of GDP (2024/25 FY): 60.1%

• Interest as percentage of expenditure budget (2024/25 FY): 15%

• SACU receipts as percentage of total revenue (2024/25 FY): 31%

• BoN repo rate (June 2024): 7.75%

NAMIBIA GREYLISTED

Namibia was greylisted by the Financial Action Task Force’s (FATF) Plenary on 23 February and placed under increased monitoring, due to concerns over remaining effective implementation compliance with international anti-money laundering (AML), combating the financing of terrorism (CFT) and counter-proliferation financing (CPF) standards.

Chairperson of the AML/CFT/CPF Council, Johannes !Gawaxab, said Namibia had made significant progress by addressing 59 of the 72 recommended actions. However, he pointed out that 13 action items within the domains of six national AML/CFT/CPF combating stakeholders remain outstanding, requiring urgent attention.

“Recognising the urgency of the situation, the National Focal Committee, comprising representatives from public and private sector stakeholders, will enable an Execution Plan to carry out the FATF’s prescribed Action Plan, and ensure that the outstanding action items are addressed timeously. This comprehensive approach ensures coordinated efforts to strengthen Namibia’s AML/CFT/CPF regime and restore international confidence in Namibia’s financial system,” !Gawaxab said.

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Namibia (ICAN) P O Box 21459, Windhoek secretariat@ca-nam.com www.ican.com.na

Financial Intelligence Centre P O Box 2882, Windhoek +264 61 283 5287 helpdesk@fic.na www.fic.na

Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) P O Box 5699, Windhoek Head Office +264 61 209 2259 Customers and Excise +264 61 289 4000 Domestic Tax +264 61 209 2641 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6

Namibia Institute of Professional Accountants (NIPA) P O Box 90756, Windhoek +264 61 38 2700 reception@nipa.com.na www.nipa.com.na

Namibian Stock Exchange (NSX) P O Box 2401, Windhoek info@nsx.com.na www.nsx.com.na

Payments Association of Namibia (PAN) P O Box 134, Windhoek +264 61 41 5420 info@pan.org.na www.pan.org.na

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Geopolitical Environment

The current macroeconomic and investment climate is marked by cautious optimism, primarily due to the stabilisation of ongoing conflicts. While the humanitarian impacts remain severe, the situation has not escalated further, avoiding broader geopolitical risks.

Markets are sharply focused on US growth prospects and their implications for the Federal Reserve’s policy stance. Although concerns of an imminent recession have receded, the Fed's attention has shifted towards employment conditions as inflationary pressures moderate. Recent data from the ISM Services Index, which rose slightly to 51.5 in August from 51.4 in July, signals modest but sustained expansion in the services sector. Additionally, the manufacturing PMI, while still below the neutral 50 mark, has shown incremental improvement, rising to 47.2 in August from 46.8 in July. Despite manufacturing remaining in contraction territory, this upward trend across both sectors suggests that a recession is not imminent, and underlying economic resilience persists.

The employment situation will continue to be a decisive factor in shaping future monetary policy decisions. A notable weakening in labour conditions, particularly through rising unemployment, would likely prompt the Fed to pursue a more aggressive rate-cutting cycle. Conversely, steady or improving employment data may lead to a more cautious approach. According to the CME FedWatch Tool, markets currently anticipate approximately 100 basis points in rate cuts through 2024, with additional easing expected in 2025. However, these forecasts remain sensitive to developments in the labour market.

Wage growth also remains a crucial determinant for the Fed’s next steps. A slowdown in wage increases would alleviate inflationary concerns, giving policymakers more leeway to reduce rates without risking price instability. Softer wage growth would further support the case for deeper cuts. Ultimately, the interplay between employment trends, wage dynamics and sectoral performance -

particularly within services and manufacturing - will guide the Fed’s approach in the coming months. The recent modest improvements in both services and manufacturing indices reinforce the view that the economy remains stable, with no immediate risk of recession.

In Europe, the economic outlook remains cautious as the European Central Bank (ECB) continues its interest ratecutting cycle in a bid to stimulate growth. While the Eurozone Manufacturing PMI remained unchanged, the Services PMI showed a modest improvement, reflecting some resilience in that sector. However, broader indicators such as the Ifo Business Climate Index and the ZEW Economic Sentiment Indicator have continued to decline, signalling a cooling economic environment. With eurozone inflation now at 2.2%, the ECB is expected to maintain its accommodative stance, likely delivering another rate cut to support growth, while ensuring inflation remains within target.

In South Africa, political developments have been largely favourable. The appointed Government of National Unity (GNU) cabinet is expected to bolster investor confidence and stabilise financial markets. Continuity in key portfolios, such as the finance ministry, underscores the government’s commitment to fiscal discipline, while strong appointments in key reform-driven portfolios further support positive sentiment. This renewed optimism is reflected in improved growth forecasts for 2025 and 2026. The Namibian economy is also progressing steadily, supported by promising developments in the mining and energy sectors. Stock markets continue to reach new highs, driven by positive global growth and confidence in the economic outlook.

Growth Dynamics

Positive momentum since 2Q2021 continues to drive economic activity in 2024, resulting in a 4.7% y/y economic expansion in 1Q2024 (Figure 1). The mining and quarrying sector remains a significant growth driver, although declines in diamond production and uranium output raise concerns. The sector's performance is crucial to overall economic health, and the observed deceleration in key

mineral outputs highlights vulnerabilities with broader implications. However, ongoing oil exploration and related projects are attracting significant foreign direct investment (FDI), expected to bolster sector growth in the near future.

The manufacturing sector, particularly diamond cutting and polishing, faces notable challenges, emphasising the need for industrial diversification. However, the tertiary sector demonstrates strong performance, boosted by increased consumer spending, healthcare services and financial activities, reflecting the economy's adaptability.

Conversely, the agriculture sector's struggles and the contraction in water supply expose underlying structural issues. The sector's dependence on favourable climatic conditions makes it highly vulnerable to environmental changes. Proactive measures by farmers in response to drought conditions show resilience within the sector.

Given these dynamics, we have revised our GDP growth forecast for 2024 from 3.4% to 3.6% (Table 1). This adjustment reflects the resilience of private consumption, which remains strong and will continue to be strong with cuts in interest rates and significant investments in the oil and gas sector, which are expected to drive future growth.

However, the key risks to our forecast include the ongoing El Niño-induced drought, persistently elevated inflation and delays in interest rate cuts. These risks could dampen economic activity and reduce the overall growth rate if not managed effectively. Additionally, the deterioration in the trade balance due to falling exports and rising imports attracts attention.

While the increase in consumer spending is encouraging, it raises questions about long-term sustainability if it is not supported by corresponding growth in income and employment stability.

Namibia's economy shows pockets of strength, particularly in the tertiary sector and emerging opportunities in the oil and gas industry, which drive our optimistic GDP forecast revision. Addressing structural challenges and risks through targeted policy interventions and strategic investments will be crucial to achieving sustainable economic growth.

Additionally, in the latest monetary policy announcement, the Bank of Namibia projected GDP growth for 2024 at 3.1% due to an anticipated slowdown in the primary industry, partly as a result of drought conditions. This projection is slightly lower than our forecast of 3.6% GDP growth for 2024.

Fiscal Policy

Economic growth is vital for fiscal health, as seen in the contrasting fiscal trajectories of South Africa and Namibia. South Africa faces a negative fiscal spiral, described as a looming short-term debt trap, grappling with a highinterest bill, challenges at Eskom, Transnet, local authorities and the new National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme, amid immense pressure to increase social spending. Debt-toGDP ratios are expected to diverge significantly. By next year, these ratios are anticipated to be slightly below 60% for Namibia and 74% for South Africa.

Namibia’s recent affirmation of its B1 rating by Moody’s reflects improved economic growth prospects driven by higher commodity prices, renewed investments in traditional mining industries, as well as potential advancements in hydrocarbon and renewable energy resources. The positive outlook is a testament to the government’s responsible financial management, low public debt and an investor-friendly policy framework. These factors, combined with political and economic stability, have significantly bolstered Namibia’s economic position. The government’s ongoing efforts toward fiscal sustainability and economic recovery, along with the development of new industries, have yielded substantial results, positioning the economy for future growth.

Monetary Policy

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) has kept its key interest rate steady at 5.25% to 5.5% for the eighth consecutive meeting (Figure 2). Despite a year of easing inflation, it remains high, and the Committee has made only modest progress toward its 2% inflation goal. We anticipate the earliest rate cut by the Federal Reserve (Fed) to occur in September. July 2024 inflation was recorded at 2.9% y/y. Therefore, we believe the Fed will need to cut rates to maintain economic stability and balance.

In its fourth monetary policy announcement of the year, the Bank of Namibia surprised many by cutting the interest rate by 25 basis points, bringing it down to 7.5% and the prime rate to 11.25% (Figure 3). This move leaves Namibia trailing South Africa by 75 basis points. It is the first rate cut since the hiking cycle began in June 2022. While the rate is still relatively high, it’s pleasant news for Namibian households and businesses, offering some relief from the cost of borrowing. We initially expected rates to remain unchanged in this meeting, with a cut anticipated later in the year. However, the Bank of Namibia had other plans.

Reducing the repo rate generally leads to lower borrowing costs for households and businesses. This may encourage a revival in private sector credit extension, which has been subdued, as confidence in a less restrictive monetary policy environment grows. Overall, this rate cut is likely to stimulate economic activity by improving access to credit, thereby supporting increased spending and investment across the economy.

Additionally, with a tax adjustment expected in October 2024, the combination of reduced borrowing costs could further boost consumer spending in Namibia. However, there is a need to monitor the potential for demand-pull inflation, where increased money supply chases a limited amount of goods and services.

The European Central Bank (ECB) has started its rate-cutting cycle, becoming the first Developed Market (DM), along with Canada, to reduce rates by 25 basis points at their June meeting. This move could influence other central banks to consider similar actions, especially if economic conditions warrant easing to support growth and stability. The Governing Council decided to lower all three key ECB interest rates by 25 basis points each, resulting in a main refinancing operations rate of 4.25%, a marginal lending facility rate of 4.5%, and a deposit facility rate of 3.75%, effective from 12 June 2024.

FIGURE 1: REAL GDP GROWTH (%) – 1Q2016 TO 1Q2024

Source: NSA/SS

FIGURE 3: NAMIBIA’S REPO RATE AND INFLATION (%) – AUGUST 2014 TO AUGUST 2024

Source: BoN/NSA/SS

FIGURE 5: RAND PERFORMANCE BEFORE AND AFTER ELECTION (DAILY) – JANUARY 2024 TO AUGUST 2024

Source: Bloomberg/SS

FIGURE 2: FEDS AND SARB INTEREST RATES VS INFLATION – AUGUST 2000 TO AUGUST 2024

Source: Bloomberg/SS

FIGURE 4: REPO RATE PROJECTIONS (%) – 2021 TO 2024

Source: BoN/SS

FIGURE 6: USD/ZAR EXCHANGE RATE 2024 FORECAST (MONTHLY) – AUGUST 2020 TO AUGUST 2024

Source: Bloomberg/SS

The South African Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has once again decided to keep the repo rate unchanged at 8.25% for the sixth consecutive meeting at its meeting in May 2024 (Figure 2). The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) does not necessarily need to wait for the Fed to act before making its own decisions. However, it is likely to follow the Fed’s lead. We expect a first cut in September of 25 basis points (bps) and another cut in November of 25 bps.

The committee now expects inflation to stabilise at the 4.5% midpoint target by the second quarter of next year. However, they remain concerned about elevated inflation expectations. Despite reduced electricity load shedding, economic activity indicators remained volatile and came in worse than expected for the first quarter. Nevertheless, the South African Reserve Bank still forecasts GDP growth of 1.2% for this year, which is in line with our view.

Exchange rate

We initially doubted the market's optimism for the Rand, expecting political uncertainty following the elections (Figure 5). However, the formation of a government of national unity (GNU) between the ANC, Democratic Alliance, and Inkatha Freedom Party has turned out to be the most favourable outcome from a foreign exchange perspective. This political shift is substantial and likely to influence the USD/ZAR exchange rate significantly in the upcoming months. Despite ongoing structural challenges and potential political instability due to divergent ideologies, we believe the GNU has the potential to improve the Rand's cyclical factors like economic growth and inflation.

Given these positive developments, we have revised our forecast for the USD/ZAR exchange rate. We now expect it to reach 18.30 by the end of 2024, down from our initial forecast of 18.90 (Figure 6). If the global economic environment improves, such as through a weakening USD or a rebound in China’s economy, the Rand could strengthen further. However, due to persistent macroeconomic challenges, we do not anticipate a full Change z to s: normalisation of FX valuation in the near term. This revision in our outlook reflects a more optimistic view of the Rand, driven by the recent political changes and their potential economic benefits.

Inflation

During the second quarter of 2024, inflation in Namibia showed continued signs of easing. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) averaged 4.8% in this period, down from 5.9% in

TABLE 1: GDP GROWTH FORECAST FOR 2024:

the same quarter last year (Figure 8). This decline in headline inflation is primarily due to lower goods inflation. The usual categories, such as food and non-alcoholic beverages, transport, alcoholic beverages and tobacco, remain the main drivers of inflation. Notably, while the food and nonalcoholic beverages category continues its downward trend throughout the year, the transport category has experienced fluctuations, mainly due to volatile fuel prices.

Namibia's inflation rate held steady at 4.6% y/y in July 2024, unchanged from June. This stability was mainly due to fluctuations in the transport category (Figure 7). We anticipate this trend to continue, with inflation likely to stay just below 5% throughout 2024, before a modest increase toward the end of 2025.

Several factors pose risks to the inflation outlook: actions by OPEC, the potential impact of El Niño on food prices, geopolitical tensions involving Russia and the Middle East, and negative sentiment in emerging markets affecting currency values. However, recent weaknesses in oil prices, combined with currency strength, provide a positive influence on the Consumer Price Index.

In South Africa, inflation has gradually moderated over the past year. During the second quarter of 2024, inflation averaged 5.2% y/y for the first two months, reflecting a persistently high and sticky rate. However, in July 2024, inflation dropped sharply to 4.6% (Figure 9). This decline came after a period of elevated inflation that had already weakened real incomes and constrained consumer spending, which was a significant factor in the economic growth rate falling below 1% y/y last year. While recent data indicates improving incomes as the business environment strengthens due to the absence of load shedding, 2024 is still likely to be a challenging year for the South African economy.

We anticipate that inflation in Developed Markets (DMs) will average 3% starting in 2025. In the USA, we expect inflation to slow down to slightly below 3% by mid-2025. Currently, inflation measures in the USA have somewhat decreased to 2.9% y/y in July 2024, the Personal Consumption Expenditure (PCE) deflator at 2.5% y/y, and the Producer Price Index (PPI) at 2.2% y/y (Figure 10).

We expect China’s inflation to follow a similar pattern to that of DMs over the next few years. At present, China is close to deflation, with CPI at 0.5% y/y in July 2024 while PPI stood at -0.8% y/y. Inflation trends in Europe, the UK and Germany are on a downward trajectory. The European Central Bank (ECB) has begun its rate-cutting cycle, reducing rates by 25 basis points at their June meeting.

FIGURE 7: ANNUAL INFLATION RATES (%) – JULY 2019 TO JULY 2024

Source: NSA/SS

FIGURE 10: GLOBAL ANNUAL INFLATION RATES (%) – JULY 2019 TO JULY 2024

Source: Trading Economics/SS

Commodity markets

FIGURE 8: 2Q2024 ANNUAL AVERAGE INFLATION PER YEAR (%)

Source: NSA/SS

FIGURE 11: IMF COMMODITY PRICE INDEX – JULY 2020 TO JULY 2024

Source: Bloomberg/SS

The pandemic, the war in Ukraine and the conflict in Gaza and Israel have triggered significant commodity price volatility. However, since the end of 2022, global commodity prices have generally trended downward, driven largely by declines in energy prices, especially oil. This decline is attributed to weaker global demand growth expectations (Figure 11).

Copper prices have increased by approximately 7.29% year-to-date and 8.65% y/y, reflecting a significant supplydemand imbalance in the market. Although copper prices have recently declined amid signs of a cooling global economy, they remain elevated. This imbalance is expected to worsen as green policies, advancements in artificial intelligence and geopolitical tensions further increase the need for copper. The global push towards electrification, including electric vehicles, solar panels, wind farms, military applications and data centres is driving this surge in demand. However, copper production is struggling to keep pace. Both new and existing projects are falling short,

FIGURE 9: REGIONAL ANNUAL INFLATION RATES (%) – JULY 2019 TO JULY 2024

Source: Trading Economics/SS

FIGURE 12: BRENT CRUDE OIL PRICES (USD PER BARREL) – FEBRUARY 2022 TO AUGUST 2024

Source: Bloomberg/SS

leading to dwindling inventories; last year, global copper supply reached its lowest seasonal level since 2008. This constrained supply continues to put upward pressure on prices. The industry's reliance on existing mines is not sustainable in the long term, prompting mining companies to seek acquisitions for greater copper exposure. Recent examples include BHP's bid to take over Anglo American.

Oil prices in Namibian Dollar terms have decreased by 0.91% year-to-date and by 14.23% over the past year, reflecting a significant cooling from previous highs. This suggests that the expected adjustments in fuel prices might not be as severe as initially anticipated. However, energy prices continue to play a critical role in contributing to inflation volatility, even though oil and gas prices are significantly lower than their 2022 peaks. Meanwhile, global and domestic grain prices, particularly for maize and wheat, have recently surged, likely due to concerns about El Niño, which could exacerbate food inflation. The recent spike in gold prices can be attributed to increased purchases from China, driven by both retail investors and the People's Bank of China (PBoC).

Looking ahead, we maintain our initial forecast and expect oil prices to hover around $80 per barrel by the end of 2024. The outlook for commodity prices remains balanced; however, prices could rise if Middle East conflicts escalate, or Russian oil infrastructure is attacked (Figure 12). Conversely, prices might fall if Chinese oil demand weakens, or non-OPEC supply grows robustly.

Brief sectoral review

For the remainder of 2024, economic growth is expected to be driven by key sectors including mining, tourism, wholesale and retail trade, transport and storage, electricity and financial services. However, certain sectors such as construction, manufacturing, water and agriculture are likely to weigh on overall growth.

Private sector credit extension peaked at 3.9% y/y in March 2023 but has been on a declining trend since then. Credit growth averaged 2% y/y between January and May 2024, compared to 2.7% y/y in the same period last year. In July 2024, private sector credit extension (PSCE) declined to 1.8% y/y, down from 3.2% y/y in May 2024 and 2.6% y/y in July 2023, primarily driven by repayments by corporate borrowers.

Tourist inflows continue to improve, with nationwide occupancy rates averaging 49.71% between January and July 2024, compared to 46.38% during the same period last year. This surpasses 2019

levels, where occupancy rates averaged 48.93% for the same timeframe. We anticipate that tourism and its

extensive value chain will significantly benefit economic activity in 2024. Furthermore, the UN Tourism Confidence Index suggests a positive outlook for May-August 2024. However, economic and geopolitical challenges persist, hindering the full recovery of international tourism and overall confidence levels. Additionally, we are concerned that the government's recent visa policy changes may adversely affect tourist inflows and impede the overall recovery of the tourism sector.

In addition to promising developments in tourism, the automotive sector also demonstrated robust performance in the first half of the year. New vehicle sales totaled 6361 units in the first six months of the year, marking a decrease of -1.26% from 6441 units sold during the same period last year. A total of 1172 new vehicles were sold in July, this marked a 15% m/m increase in June figures.

On the agricultural side, the livestock market continues to grow. Cattle and pigs have shown substantial growth, whereas the sheep market remains robust with slight growth, and the goat market shows minimal growth, suggesting a stable but niche demand. Given the ongoing drought conditions, these figures suggest that farmers might be offloading more livestock to reduce the pressure on scarce water and feed resources.

The marked increase in the number of cattle and sheep marketed can be attributed to the need to manage herd sizes during the drought, aiming to sustain remaining livestock with the limited resources available. Additionally, the agricultural sector anticipates another disappointing harvest season, with projections of poor crop yields.

Source: NSX/SS

FIGURE 13: SHARE PRICE MOVEMENTS – 1 JANUARY 2024 TO 30 AUGUST 2024

FIGURE 14: PROPORTIONS OF GOVERNMENT DEBT AS AT END OF JUNE

Source: Bank of Namibia / SS Research

FIGURE 15: TOTAL GOVERNMENT DEBT OVER THE LAST FIVE YEARS

Source: Bank of Namibia / SS Research

16: CHANGE IN YIELDS ON GOVERNMENT FIXED-RATE BONDS (GCS)

Source: Bloomberg / SS Research

FIGURE 17: NAMIBIAN TREASURY BILLS YIELDS – 2Q2024

Source: Bloomberg/SS

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Financial markets

EQUITIES

As spring approaches, it’s an ideal time to thoroughly review your investment portfolio, akin to a seasonal clean-up. Evaluating your holdings now ensures that your investments are aligned with your financial goals, particularly as earnings season is underway.

This year, the NSX has seen strong performances from Letshego Holdings, which delivered a 16.62% return, followed by Capricorn Group at 15.28%, and Oryx Properties at 6.67% (Figure 13). The local market recorded 1,008 trades totalling N$272.8 million, while the broader market saw 3,175 trades amounting to N$4.1 billion by the end of August.

The FTSE NSX Local Index has posted a total return of 1.96% over this period, with much of the momentum driven by Letshego Holdings and Capricorn Group, complemented by gains from Oryx Properties Limited and Standard Bank. However, declines in FirstRand Namibia (-5.22%) and Namibia Breweries (-6.35%) have dampened some of the index's overall growth.

Not all stocks have performed equally well. Mobile Telecommunications remains under pressure, delivering only a marginal gain of 0.13%, while still trading below its listing price of 762 cents compared to 850 cents in November 2021. Namibia Breweries has also faced challenges, primarily due to a 67.1% decline in production volumes exported to South Africa, further contributing to its weaker performance.

In contrast, Letshego Holdings recently reported a 16.3% year-over-year increase in earnings per share, enhancing shareholder value and helping maintain its strong market position. Similarly, Capricorn Group and Standard Bank have benefited from robust earnings, driving increased demand for their stocks and reflecting growing investor confidence in their recovery. The market value of tradable shares has risen by 2.12% by the close of August, signalling further potential upside as we approach the end of the year.

Namibian equities remain attractive, with valuations reflecting a low price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 3.76 and a trailing 12-month dividend yield of 7.39%. These metrics indicate promising opportunities for future returns, especially as market sentiment continues to improve.

BONDS

Namibia's total domestic debt increased by 3.49%, rising from N$115.01 billion at the end of the first quarter to N$119.02 billion by the end of the second quarter (Figure 15). This growth was primarily driven by the higher net issuance of fixed-rate government bonds (GCs), followed by Treasury Bills (TBs). While Treasury Bills tend to attract more investor interest, their shorter maturity periods result in lower net issuance compared to fixed-rate bonds. Currently, fixed-rate bonds constitute 59% of Namibia's domestic government debt, Treasury Bills account for 34% and inflation-linked bonds (ILBs) represent 7% (Figure 14).

The rise in domestic debt aligns with the government's strategy to raise funds for the Eurobond maturing in October 2025. According to the FY2024/25 Borrowing Strategy Summary released by the Bank of Namibia, the government needs to secure N$15.3 billion for the financial year, with N$12.8 billion to be sourced domestically. This domestic borrowing will consist of N$8.8 billion from fixedrate bonds, N$2.9 billion from Treasury Bills and N$1.1 billion from inflation-linked bonds. Additionally, N$2.4 billion will be sourced from the African Development Bank and Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau (KfW). Should the domestic funding target not be met, a new fixed-rate bond will be issued to cover any shortfall.

The Bank of Namibia has also scheduled switch auctions for the GC24 and GC25 bonds, which mature in 2024 and 2025, respectively. These auctions aim to extend the debt’s maturity profile by converting shorter-term debt into longer-term bonds, thereby helping accumulate funds for the Eurobond through a sinking fund. By the end of the second quarter, the GC24 bond had the lowest outstanding debt among fixed-rate bonds at N$2.08 billion. Since the first switch auction in July 2023, the Bank of Namibia has successfully exchanged N$2.15 billion in GC24 bonds. The first switch auction for the GC25 bond, held in June, resulted in the transfer of N$529.87 million, reducing the outstanding debt on the GC25 to N$3.54 billion.

Over the past quarter, the yield curve has flattened, with more pronounced decreases observed in the intermediate and longer ends (Figure 16). The GC35 bond saw the largest decline, falling by 155 basis points, while the GC48 bond attracted the most allocations, with its total debt increasing by N$377.61 million to N$3.34 billion. Bonds overall delivered strong performance in the second quarter, posting a growth rate of 9.61%. June was particularly robust for the bond market, achieving a monthly growth rate of 5.2%.

Shifting to Treasury bills, which are interest-bearing instruments with terms of up to 12 months, yields remained steady, averaging around 8.83% in Q2 2024 (Figure 17). Throughout the past quarter, Treasury bills have demonstrated stable performance, reflecting strong market demand. Despite minor fluctuations, these instruments consistently provided reliable returns, with prices maintaining a positive trend.

The stability and favourable pricing trends observed in Treasury bills indicate positive market sentiment. Furthermore, Treasury bills offer excellent liquidity, giving investors both security and flexibility in managing their portfolios. This combination of stable returns and high liquidity makes Treasury bills an attractive option for investors seeking secure and adaptable investment opportunities.

In summary, Namibia's local asset classes performed robustly in the first half of 2024, with equities, particularly in the banking sector, driving gains. The money market and bonds also delivered solid returns, reinforcing a positive outlook for the rest of the year. As we move into the second half of 2024, this is an opportune time to review and optimise portfolios to capitalise on these encouraging market trends.

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Bank of Namibia Champions Modernisation for a Prosperous Future

In a bold stride toward fostering economic resilience and inclusivity, the Bank of Namibia is reshaping the country’s financial landscape. On a landmark day at the University of Namibia (UNAM), Governor Johannes !Gawaxab delivered an inspiring lecture titled "Modernising Namibia’s Financial Landscape for a Prosperous Future". This pivotal address underscored the Bank’s unwavering commitment to embracing innovation, enhancing financial stability and driving sustainable growth.

CHARTING A PATH TO TRANSFORMATION

Governor !Gawaxab outlined an ambitious roadmap anchored in technological advancements and forwardthinking policies. He highlighted three pillars driving the Bank’s strategic transformation:

• Revamping Central Bank and Banking Sector Operations – Streamlining processes to enhance efficiency and trust.

• Supporting Economic Innovation – Encouraging businesses to leverage cutting-edge technologies.

• Advancing Payment Systems – Focusing on crossborder payments and ensuring seamless capital flows across the Common Monetary Area.

This vision aims to establish Namibia as a beacon of financial modernisation, with inclusivity at the core of its progress.

LEGISLATIVE INNOVATIONS: A SOLID FOUNDATION

To modernise the financial sector, the Bank of Namibia has laid the groundwork through robust legislation, enabling innovation while safeguarding stability:

• Cloud Computing: Transitioning financial institutions to cloud technologies promises enhanced productivity, cost efficiency and proactive risk management.

• Cybersecurity Reinforcement: The Financial Sector Cyber Security Council addresses mounting cyber threats, fortifying resilience across the sector.

• E-Wallet Services Expansion: Updated regulations now include services like savings, credit and insurance, adapting to the demands of the digital economy.

• QR Code Standardisation: By unifying QR code payment systems, the Bank fosters interoperability and facilitates secure, innovative transactions.

• Virtual Assets Regulation: The 2023 Virtual Assets Act empowers the Bank to regulate service providers, protecting consumers from market abuse and scams.

• Digital Identity Project: A transformative e-ID system will streamline government services and financial operations while bolstering Know-Your-Customer (KYC) protocols.

These initiatives create a stable yet flexible financial ecosystem ready to embrace global trends and meet local needs.

FINANCIAL MARKET ADVANCEMENTS

In a milestone achievement, the Bank has introduced Namibia’s first Central Securities Depository (CSD) By holding securities electronically, the CSD enhances transparency, efficiency and security in trading. This development positions Namibia’s financial market for greater investor confidence and accessibility.

The Bank has also launched a FinTech Regulatory Sandbox to foster safe financial innovation. This controlled environment allows startups to test groundbreaking financial products and services, ensuring progress without compromising stability.

REVOLUTIONISING PAYMENT SYSTEMS

Fast payments – also known as instant payments – are set to revolutionise Namibia’s financial landscape. Expected to go live in September 2025, this platform enables 24/7, real-time fund transfers across banks and fintech platforms. Whether through wallet-to-wallet or bank-to-wallet transactions, Namibians in both urban and rural areas will experience unprecedented convenience and efficiency.

Additionally, advanced cross-border payment frameworks are nearing completion, aligning Namibia with regions already reaping the benefits of instant payment systems.

HARNESSING AI AND DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Namibia ranks ninth among African countries in the AI Preparedness Index 2024, reflecting the nation’s readiness to harness artificial intelligence for economic and societal development. Under Governor !Gawaxab’s leadership, the Bank of Namibia has embraced AI to modernise its operations:

• Automation: Virtual bots streamline central bank processes, reducing manual tasks.

• Predictive Analytics: AI-driven tools forecast nonperforming loans (NPLs) with remarkable accuracy.

• Data Modernisation: Automated mineral data collection enhances precision and decision-making, with further advancements underway for economic data.

These achievements, along with the Government Payment Portal’s success in reducing paperwork and accelerating transaction processing, showcase Namibia’s commitment to becoming a digital leader.

PIONEERING FINANCIAL INCLUSIVITY

A modern financial system must serve every citizen, from rural pensioners to urban entrepreneurs. Governor! Gawaxab emphasised that no Namibian should be left behind in the country’s journey toward financial modernisation. This commitment includes addressing the challenges of digital money adoption, such as intensified competition among banks and shifts in credit intermediation.

As Big Tech enters the financial domain, the Bank prepares to effectively regulate and integrate these new players, ensuring a level playing field while safeguarding consumer interests.

THE ROAD AHEAD

Governor !Gawaxab concluded with a vision for Namibia’s financial future: “Success will depend on our ability to stay ahead of the curve, be adaptable and foster innovation without compromising stability.” He reiterated that the Bank’s transformation would bolster financial resilience and catalyse economic growth, ensuring tangible benefits for every Namibian.

The Bank of Namibia is setting a new standard for African financial systems by adopting advanced technologies, refining regulations and championing inclusivity. The journey is just beginning, but the destination is clear: a prosperous, modern Namibia where innovation thrives, stability prevails and every citizen reaps the rewards of progress.

In this transformative era, Namibia is not just keeping pace with the world but leading the way.

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NAM-MIC Holdings

Namibia Mineworkers Investment Holdings Company (Pty) Ltd

The Namibia Mineworkers Investment Holdings Company (Pty) Ltd (NAM-MIC) was incorporated on 7 July 1997 when the National Executive Committee of the Mineworkers Union of Namibia (MUN) created the Namibia Miners Investment Trust (NAMIT). NAM-MIC was created to pursue investment opportunities and is wholly owned by the NAMIT after the MUN realised that there was a great need for its active participation in the development of the Namibian economy. This resulted in the adoption of a congress resolution which led to the creation of NAM-MIC.

NAM-MIC was created to enter into business joint ventures with credible and visionary partners to jointly service identified emerging markets and at the same time empowering the previously disadvantaged groups of the society by creating capacity that will enable them to develop new industries and broaden the economic base that will lead to new job opportunities. The beneficiaries of the Trust are defined as current and ex-mineworkers, energy workers, their dependants and the communities they hail from.

The company has grown to be a leading broad-based organisation which strives to make a significant impact in the socio-economic development of Namibia and it has also become a private equity partner of choice in the country.

Other than the initial seed capital from its shareholder, NAM-MIC has been raising all its capital on commercial terms. Our investment objective is to provide our shareholder with superior and sustainable returns from a diversified portfolio of investments.

Our good governance structure, risk management and active participation in the strategic decision-making of our portfolio investments has enabled us to ensure that our investments deliver according to our expectation and their potential.

Our strategy is to create long-term value for our shareholder by selectively investing in start-up and existing companies and opportunities that:

• operate in growth sectors

• focus on long-term value creation

• offer competent management

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PwC Namibia

Planning for the Future: Our Vision

As PwC Namibia approaches our 50th anniversary in July 2025, we reflect on our journey and look ahead with a bold vision for the future. For half a century, as a trusted leader in professional services, offering not only assurance but consulting & risk assurance services and tax solutions tailored to the unique needs of Namibian businesses. Today, we stand at the forefront of innovation, ready to shape the next chapter of the Namibian business landscape.

In July 2024, we marked yet another significant milestone by relocating into a state-of-the-art office space designed to foster collaboration and efficiency. This move was more than just a change in location; it was a strategic investment in our future. Our new environment enhances teamwork, inspires creativity, and leverages the latest technologies to better serve our people and clients. By reimagining how we work, we have positioned ourselves to deliver even greater value, helping our clients navigate the continuously transforming business world.

As we embrace 2025, our focus is clear: to be a catalyst for positive change. The world of business is evolving,

and so are we. We embrace cutting-edge digital solutions, develop local talent, and embed sustainability into our core operations. We believe that by empowering our people and leveraging technology, we can help Namibian businesses stay competitive in an ever-changing world.

Soon reaching our 50th anniversary is a testament to not only our resilience, adaptability, but also our unwavering commitment to excellence. Over the years, we have built strong relationships with our clients and communities, no matter how big or small, working together to drive progress and create lasting impact. As we will celebrate this milestone mid-2025, we remain dedicated to driving innovation, fostering strategic partnerships, and contributing to Namibia’s sustainable growth.

We, PwC Namibia, are more than just a professional services firm – we are a trusted partner for the future. With a legacy of excellence behind us and a future of possibilities ahead, we are ready to continue shaping the success stories of Namibian businesses for decades to come.

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Problem Solvers for a Thriving Future

AJM Tax Consulting

AJM is a specialist tax consulting and litigation firm that offers a wide spectrum of local and international tax-related services for individuals, trusts and companies. Our extensive range of services includes income tax, value-added tax, estate duty and tax administration, as well as the expert handling of tax disputes. With the South African tax landscape becoming more complex each day, our specialist approach provides viable solutions for our clients to achieve their commercial goals. We have a dedicated tax team comprising of experts in law, accounting and business – giving us a unique edge in the tax industry. Our team consists of advocates, attorneys, chartered accountants and experts with significant boardroom and large deal structuring experience. Our vast practical knowledge base across multiple disciplines positions us ideally to provide lead deal advisory services and tax expertise to our clients.

WHAT WE OFFER

AJM is a specialist tax consulting and litigation firm that offers a wide spectrum of local and international tax-related services for individuals, trusts and companies.

With the Namibian tax landscape becoming more complex each day, our specialist approach provides viable solutions for our clients to achieve their commercial goals.

Our areas of specialty include income tax, value-added tax, tax administration and dispute resolution in Namibia. The increased intricacy of the global tax landscape has, over time, necessitated such a specialist approach. Against this background, AJM provides its clients with practical solutions in order to exceed all expectations. Our dedicated in-country tax teams in Namibian and South Africa have expertise in law (admitted advocates), accounting (chartered accountants) and business (our experts have many years of boardroom and large deal structuring experience), giving us a unique edge in the global tax industry. Thanks to this broad practical knowledge base across so many disciplines, we are ideally placed to be lead deal advisers and tax specialists.

TAX DISPUTE RESOLUTION

AJM has an excellent record of successfully handling tax disputes, which we attend to on behalf of our clients.

• Registering Disputes

• Tax Litigation

• Settlement

TAX ADVISORY

As tax practitioners with various academic and professional qualifications, AJM is the ideal firm to provide opinions concerning the tax consequences of identified transactions for income tax, value-added tax, and other taxes.

TAX COMPLIANCE

We assist with compliance-related requirements, which include various tax registrations, preparation and filing of annual and provisional income tax returns, and preparation and filing of periodic VAT returns and employee taxes.

DEAL ADVISORY

Navigating complexity is key to structuring that perfect deal or transaction. Red tape, delays and headaches associated with dealing with a multiplicity of advisors, service providers and specialists can see even the best possible transaction run aground if not managed efficiently. This is where AJM’s specialist deal advisory team comes in, serving as the lead deal advisors and project managers to ensure smooth sailing through the numerous due diligence-, legal-, finance, and regulatory requirements.

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Capricorn Group

Capricorn Group welcomes David Nuyoma

The start of David Nuyoma’s tenure with Capricorn Group on 1 March 2024 marks the commencement of an exciting chapter for the Group.

David Nuyoma’s journey is defined by a legacy of leadership, strategic insight and an unwavering commitment to driving economic growth. His extensive contributions to the public and private sectors have positioned him as a prominent figure in Namibia’s business landscape.

Nuyoma’s remarkable career spans over 25 years in the private and public sectors across diverse industries. His expertise has been instrumental in shaping the landscape of financial services, policy planning, development banking, SME financial programme development, investment promotion, marketing, investment portfolio management and trade promotion.

Beyond his executive roles, Nuyoma has chaired the Namibian Stock Exchange (NSX) and played pivotal roles in numerous regional and national boards. His dedication to national development is palpable through his positions as commissioner of the National Planning Commission and a member of the President’s Economic Advisory Council. He is known for his forward-thinking mindset, exceptional stakeholder relations and demonstrated ability to make pivotal business decisions and lead sustainable operations.

Established in 1982, Capricorn Group is a Namibian-owned and NSX-listed regional financial services group. Our two

banking subsidiaries, Bank Windhoek and Bank Gaborone, operate in Namibia and Botswana respectively, and are complemented by other subsidiaries that provide various financial products and services. One such subsidiary is Capricorn Asset Management, a leading Namibian firm offering diverse investment products, while another is Entrepo Holdings, which offers lending and credit protection products to government employees. Our associate companies further complement the wide array of financial services on offer. They are Sanlam Namibia, Santam Namibia and Paratus Group Holdings.

Capricorn Group thrives under a steadfast board and robust leadership, shaping a customer-centric value proposition developed around customers rather than products or channels. Serving individuals, large corporations and SMEs, we improve lives through leadership in financial services by being connectors of positive change. This purpose is our guiding north star, which drives us to improve lives, ensuring a sustainable future for Capricorn Group and our stakeholders while contributing to economic development in the countries where we operate.

For us, success depends on effective leadership, the right culture, a skilled team and the promotion of a collaborative relationship between the company and its employees to achieve superior performance. We are confident in David’s ability to add significant value to Capricorn Group and its stakeholders and to steer the group in the dynamic and challenging business landscapes of Namibia and Botswana.

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Alexforbes Investments Namibia

Multi-management – taking the hassle out of investment

EMulti-management – taking the hassle out of investment

veryone’s savings journey is different, with unique circumstances, needs and aspirations. Yet, there is a shared commonality when it comes to managing one’s investments and savings – it is not getting any easier.

By: Frederick Müller, Managing Director, Alexforbes Investments Namibia

Everyone’s savings journey is different, with unique circumstances, needs and aspirations. Yet, there is a shared commonality when it comes to managing one’s investments and savings – it is not getting any easier.

The reality is that carefully overseeing your savings is challenging today. The investment industry is constantly shifting and evolving at warp speed. Taking care of your money and other assets entails navigating an increasingly complex landscape. The pressures and challenges brought about by volatile markets and changing regulations have greatly shifted the requirements of investments and their ability to deliver on their objectives.

The reality is that carefully overseeing your savings is challenging today. The investment industry is constantly shifting and evolving at warp speed. Taking care of your money and other assets requires navigating an increasingly complex landscape. The pressures and challenges brought about by volatile markets and changing regulations have greatly shifted the requirements of investments and their ability to deliver on their objectives.

decision and each decision getting harder and harder to make, what’s the right choice? Namibians, like other investors globally, are simply overwhelmed by investment choices. Too much choice and complexity can compromise decisionmaking and lead to poor outcomes. It seems that the answer is not having more options to choose from but rather being better at choosing.

and harder to make, what’s the right choice? Namibians, like other investors globally, are simply overwhelmed by investment choices. Too much choice and complexity can compromise decision-making and lead to poor outcomes. It seems that the answer is not having more options to choose from but rather being better at choosing.

In the pursuit of taking the hassle out of investments, there is a growing interest in multi-managed solutions across the broader market globally. These solutions combine several asset managers across different markets, asset classes and investment philosophies into one portfolio to better manage investment risk and smooth out your investment returns. The growing popularity of multi-managed solutions makes sense for several reasons.

In the pursuit of taking the hassle out of investments, there is a growing interest in multi-managed solutions across the broader market globally. These solutions combine several asset managers across different markets, asset classes, and investment philosophies into one portfolio to better manage investment risk and smooth out your investment returns. The growing popularity of multi-managed solutions makes sense for several reasons.

THE CHOICE PARADOX: TOO MUCH CHOICE IS NOT ALWAYS A GOOD THING

The choice paradox: too much choice is not always a good thing

Keeping up with the complex and ever-changing investment world is overwhelming. With more and more riding on each decision and each decision getting harder

Keeping up with the complex and ever-changing investment world is overwhelming. With more and more riding on each

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Multi-management means delegating day-to-day operational and investment management decisions to industry experts who manage and monitor your investments in real time. Using the insights and expertise surrounding each core area of investment management, a team of professionals is dedicated to making sense of this complex world and exercising good judgement and quick decisions on your behalf.

Multi-management means delegating day-to-day operational and investment management decisions to industry experts who manage and monitor your investments in real time. Using the insights and expertise surrounding each core area of investment management, a team of professionals is dedicated to making sense of this complex world and exercising good judgements and quick decisions on your behalf.

MANAGING EXPECTATIONS: THE ACTUAL COST OF EMOTIONAL INVESTING

Managing expectations: the actual costs of emotional investing

Poor investment decisions undermine good investment returns. The rate of return earned on investments is important, but only in the context of keeping investors invested and confidently on track to reach their investment objectives by not letting their emotions win over reason.

Poor investment decisions undermine good investment returns. The rate of return earned on investments is important, but only in the context of keeping investors invested and confidently on track to reach their investment objectives by not letting their emotions win over reason.

Frederick Muller MD - Alexforbes Investments Namibia

Bravura Namibia

Bravura Namibia is dedicated to delivering innovative, integrated financial solutions that unlock extraordinary opportunities for clients across diverse sectors. Bravura Namibia has become a trusted partner in driving economic growth and sustainable development with expertise in fiduciary and administration services, sector-agnostic project development and specific experience in agriculture, conservation/tourism, financial services, energy, media, ICT and infrastructure.

Our specialised services encompass a broad range of offerings tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients. We provide leadership and support services through Bravura Administration Services (BAS), including company registrations, trust formations, regulatory liaison and financial oversight. Our Project Investment Promotion services focus on encouraging investment across key industry sectors, while Mergers & Acquisitions offer structured solutions for smooth business transitions. Additionally, capital-raising services enable clients to access essential capital markets.

To further enhance our offerings, Bravura Namibia also operates Financial Services Platforms, including licensed Property Unit Trust Management and specialised asset transactions.

Guided by a team of exceptional thinkers, Bravura Namibia is committed to unlocking the country’s extraordinary potential.

For more information, visit our website, bravura.net/namibia or contact us at +264 61 306 577.

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FNB Namibia

FNB Namibia is recognised annually for providing customers with an innovative, helpful, inclusive, affordable and accessible banking experience, while continuing to unlock and enable sustainable and inclusive economic activity and positive societal change by providing customers access to formal banking transactional services countrywide.

From a commercial perspective, FNB Namibia delivers to the diverse needs of the Namibian business environment across all sectors, including medium to large commercial businesses, commercial property funding, agricultural ventures such as farming and communal farming, tourism development and industry support, while at the same time focusing on a clear mandate to grow SMEs nationally.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

As a leading financial services provider in Namibia, FNB understands its responsibility to deliver both financial value and positive social outcomes for multiple stakeholders. This thinking underpins the bank’s view that core business activities must be used intentionally to add value to society.

Customers inspire, challenge, correct and direct the teams to continuously find better ways to make life easier. FNB’s retail banking division is the daily partner to over 700,000 customers in Namibia, from entry level solutions enabling financial inclusion, through a range of lifestyle accounts, to high-net-worth individuals. Each of these solutions is specifically built to the needs one may have in the various stages of life.

FNB’s leading digital platforms mean that, through opting to make use of self-service and alternative channels to manage their finances, customers are opting to bank via cheaper, easier and more convenient channels from anywhere they choose to be. FNB’s innovative CashPlus solution, allowing deposits and withdrawals through CashPlus agents, brings access to the bank’s services in rural and urban centres across the country. Offered in and around mostly cashbased township economies, the continuous geographical extension of the network of CashPlus and Cash@Till agents allows for the provision of low-cost banking solutions to grow financial inclusion.

While the internationally award-winning FNB Banking App offers access to a unique user experience by providing customers with intuitive management of daily banking requirements and more, FNB’s eWallet enables “unbanked” customers to access funds and send money with ease from any mobile phone. This first-to-market solution in Namibia continues to be a preferred form of financial access. In addition to this, FNB’s DigiPlus account is Namibia’s first digital bank account that is self-acquired and self-serviced via USSD, further proof of FNB’s commitment to provide banking for all.

DOING WHAT MATTERS FOR OUR PEOPLE

FNB’s partnership with Development Workshop Namibia (DWN), which aims to address the national housing challenge, is a sponsored initiative which services low-income residential land as an alternative to informal settlement growth by providing affordable urban residential land in Namibia. The initiative is implemented by local authorities and supported by the Namibian Chamber of Environment (NCE). Currently working in 14 towns, developing 24 extensions and with almost 6,000 plots ranging from the towns of Okahao and Oshakati to Keetmanshoop, FNB Namibia has designed a special loan scheme which supports incremental home construction, where people can build their houses at their own pace.

FNB’s commitment to understanding the customer, solving real issues and developing leaders, along with proven innovation, ease of access and affordable, helpful and relevant solutions, aims to ensure a sustainable future for our people, communities and country.

DOING WHAT MATTERS FOR SMES

FNB’s active partnership with the Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises as well as the Bank of Namibia (BoN) in support of the SME Economic Recovery Loan Scheme has grown extensively through the provision of additional funding to SMEs. This partnership, aimed at stimulating economic growth, helps Namibia to decisively respond to genuine economic recovery initiatives and provide additional funding to qualifying businesses to grow the Namibian economy and foster job creation within the country. The financial support provided allows many businesses to optimise their operations to withstand the current economic pressures.

At the same time, the innovation of FNB’s SME Score Credit system is designed to improve turnaround times when assisting SMEs with credit facilities. SME Score Credit is a fully functional product that introduces a new level of speed and efficiency to the credit application process. It has helped close to a thousand SMEs access credit and improve their creditworthiness.

While credit is often the leading factor in the SME relationship, the desire for capacity building and access to skills training was clearly noted and continues to enjoy support. Through its SME partnerships with Basecamp Namibia (an incubation and acceleration training programme for entrepreneurs) and NABAN (an early-stage start-up

ecosystem that matches investors with startups), as well as its collaboration with the internationally led Harambeans Namibia Programme, FNB’s unwavering commitment is to understand and actively participate in and contribute to the importance of growing Namibian companies to be able to compete across all geographies.

FORGING PARTNERSHIPS

FNB Commercial’s partnership protocol is well established in the way it works, checking in with customers regularly to ensure that arising needs are met. From SMEs to large commercial banking requirements, and through the relationships with the individuals who run them and who work for them, being a positive part of their lives has meant a focus on providing services that matter to businesses and to their unique environments.

From showing active environmental guardianship by planting 400 trees across Windhoek’s municipal areas, to enabling discussions on mining and ancillary service growth at oil and gas conferences, the FNB Commercial banking team has committed itself to being the business bank for all sectors, particularly where the shared vision of prosperity for all is evident in sustainable business practice and good governance.

FNB is an internationally acclaimed banking entity, not only committed to customers and shareholders, but proudly committed to the growth of its people by celebrating its achievers, developing new skills to future-fit the group and committing to the wellbeing and aspirations of its employees. And, importantly, to do all this in a way that helps build thriving communities across our country. FNB advocates for better businesses, better lives, better relationships and a better understanding of the possibilities that exist for Namibia going forward.

For nearly 120 years, FNB has been partnering with Namibians to create a better world, and will continue to deliver on FNB’s philosophy of help and innovation until shared value has been achieved for all Namibians.

Whether you want to discuss affordable housing, solar opportunities, investments and savings, expansion and growth of your business or asset financing, or whether you need a sounding board for your great idea or expertise as you move into a new venture, rest assured that this is our area of passion. This is where we do our best work – for you.

+264 61 299 2222

info@.fnbnamibia.com.na www.fnbnamibia.com.na

Ashburton Investments Namibia

Fully invested

e understand that investment journeys are different. We’re fully invested in helping you reach your investment destination through our innovative solutions designed to grow and protect your money.

COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS

Our focus lies in delivering a diverse offering under one roof that includes money market investments, income and equity unit trusts, segregated institutional mandates and alternative assets such as private property. Our innovative offerings are tailored to meet the evolving needs of the Namibian market.

EXPERTISE AND GLOBAL REACH

Wealth and Investments counterparts will result in enhanced international capabilities.

With the addition of Ashburton’s capabilities, FirstRand Namibia has solidified its position as the largest provider of end-to-end financial services in Namibia.

INVESTMENT PHILOSOPHY

Our investment philosophy aims to meet the twin objectives of capital preservation and capital appreciation over the long term, through an investment strategy that considers diverse sources of return while being risk aware. The outcome of this process is to deliver real returns which are in line with our clients’ risk appetite.

A HOLISTIC APPROACH

FULLY INVESTED IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GOAL, AND ACHIEVING IT.

Our team is comprised of highly experienced professionals with in-depth knowledge of the Namibian market and localised decision-making that provides for great flexibility and responsiveness to our ever-evolving market conditions.

Our commitment to understanding the unique needs of our clients, combined with our extensive knowledge of the market and responsiveness to investment challenges, is the driving force behind our success.

fully invested in the outcomes of our clients. Through providing access to fixed income and private markets, for diversified private equity, private property and infrastructure debt funding for sustainable job-creation, we have committed to helping results for themselves, and all those who depend on them.

We remain fully invested in meeting our clients’ needs.

Business Development Executive at +264 61 378 800 or email info@ashburton.com.na | www.ashburton.com.na

Private Equity

While we maintain a strong local focus, our access to the broader resource base through the FirstRand Group provides our team with global resources and research development, allowing us to offer our clients a broad spectrum of investment options and product choices. The recent partnership with international investment powerhouse Morgan Stanley, through our South African Ashburton Investments and FNB

Infrastructure debt funding

Institutional fund management.

+264 61 299 7999 investments@ashburton.com.na www.ashburtoninvestments.com.na

A part of the FirstRand Namibia Group

A part of the FirstRand Namibia Group

INVESTMENT OR ENVIRONMENT WHY NOT BOTH?

When it comes to finding solutions for your business, you shouldn’t have to compromise. We look at things from both sides, ensuring that you and the environment thrive.

RMB

RMB Namibia has won the World’s Best Treasury & Cash Management Banks award in Namibia at the prestigious Global Finance magazine’s annual ranking of the Best Treasury & Cash Management Banks for 2024.

The awards acknowledge expertise in treasury and cash management in relation to market share and reach, customer service, competitive pricing, product innovation and differentiation. Excellent service delivery in challenging markets and smart management of cash and treasury systems deliver strong results and ensure sustainability of financial service offerings in a country.

Upon winning the award, RMB Namibia CEO Philip Chapman said, “How we manage client money remains a driver of our long-term successful relationships with clients. Winning the

Genevieve Eagleton

World’s Best Treasury & Cash Management Banks award for the 4th time is important to us and reminds us that our longterm commitment to innovative, sustainable partnerships truly benefits clients, and in turn, our country."

The award highlighted RMB’s capability to deliver solutions within a challenging economic environment and ability to help clients navigate the challenging circumstances that continue to affect their businesses and customers. By investing in product enhancements and innovation, the bank created sustainable value within their clients’ businesses.

Chapman added, “RMB Namibia’s multi-platform products and services have evolved along with our clients’ needs for increasingly sophisticated financial services. Specialist product expertise, financial innovation and global reach are combining factors which provide solutions that are fit-forpurpose and highly relevant in today’s market and beyond. Our appreciation of this latest award goes to our clients for their ongoing trust and partnership.”

Global Finance winners span across 77 countries and territories, and regionally across four categories, including Africa, Asia-Pacific, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, North America and Western Europe.

FNB Namibia Communications Manager genevieve.eagleton@fnbnamibia.com.na

Philip Chapman, RMB Namibia CEO

UNLOCKING PROSPERITY ACROSS AFRICA:

Funds Under Management

3,000 N$2.6

2,000

Our Investment Philosophy:

Our Investment Philosophy:

We are committed to making a POSITIVE DIFFERENCE by striving to achieve consistent and competitive investment returns while facilitating economic growth and job creation.

We are committed to making a POSITIVE DIFFERENCE by striving to achieve consistent and competitive investment returns while facilitating economic growth and job creation.

We believe SUSTAINABLE INVESTMENTS have a greater positive impact on the world around them. Our investments in infrastructure development, housing, schools and education, community property and private businesses, serve as great engines of employment, skills development and economic growth.

We believe SUSTAINABLE INVESTMENTS have a greater positive impact on the world around them. Our investments in infrastructure development, housing, schools and education, community property and private businesses, serve as great engines of employment, skills development and economic growth.

Our commitment to responsible investment is central to our investment objectives and we believe this is critical if we want to create positive futures and sustainable, superior, risk-adjusted returns for our clients. By using the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals as the topline framework to drive positive outcomes, we seek to understand our footprint, assess what is possible to change that footprint, then drive and measure positive outcomes. All of our investments are made in strict compliance with Namibian laws, including environmental laws, and we strive to implement international standards and best practices pertaining to ESG as far as possible.

Our commitment to responsible investment is central to our investment objectives and we believe this is critical if we want to create positive futures and sustainable, superior, risk-adjusted returns for our clients. By using the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals as the topline framework to drive positive outcomes, we seek to understand our footprint, assess what is possible to change that footprint, then drive and measure positive outcomes. All of our investments are made in strict compliance with Namibian laws, including environmental laws, and we strive to implement international standards and best practices pertaining to ESG as far as possible.

Rehoboth Green House Solar Plant

Rehoboth Green House Solar Plant

Who We Are: Old Mutual Aternative Investments, Pioneers in Prosperous

Partnerships

Who We Are: Old Mutual Alternative Investments, Pioneers in Prosperous Partnerships

Who We Are: Old Mutual Alternative Investments, Pioneers in Prosperous Partnerships

Old Mutual Alternative Investments is one of Namibia’s leading private alternative investment managers. With over *NAD 2.6 B (USD 140.4M) in assets under management, we have learned our reputation for creating lasting value.

Old Mutual Alternative Investments is one of Namibia’s leading private alternative investment managers. With over *NAD 2.5 B (USD 130M) in assets under management, we have earned our reputation for creating lasting value.

Old Mutual Alternative Investments is one of Namibia’s leading private alternative investment managers. With over *NAD 2.5 B (USD 130M) in assets under management, we have earned our reputation for creating lasting value.

We choose to make a positive impact across Namibia by partnering with stakeholders to build businesses that deliver competitive returns and unlock opportunities others may overlook.

For inquiries, visit our website at: www.oldmutual.com.na or contact:

For inquiries, visit our website at: www.oldmutual.com.na or contact: Rex Mutelo Head of Business Development Rmutelo@oldmutual.com

For enquiries, visit our website at: www.oldmutual.com.na/old-mutual-investment-group/ or contact:

Rex Mutelo Head of Business Development Rmutelo@oldmutual.com

Christoff Bauernschmitt Head of Alternative Investments CBauernschmitt@oldmutual.com

Christoff Bauernschmitt Head of Alternative Investments CBauernschmitt@oldmutual.com

We choose to make a positive impact across Namibia by partnering with stakeholders to build businesses that deliver competitive returns and unlock opportunities others may overlook.

We choose to make a positive impact across Namibia by partnering with stakeholders to build businesses that deliver competitive returns and unlock opportunities others may overlook.

Building a Legacy: Investing in Namibia’s Future

Our Business: Old Mutual Alternative Investments is one of Namibia’s leading private alternative investment managers in infrastructure, Private Equity, Debt and Mezzanine.

Building a Legacy: Investing in Namibia’s Future

Building a Legacy: Investing in Namibia’s Future

Our Business: Old Mutual Alternative Investments is one of Namibia’s leading private alternative investment managers in Infrastructure, Private Equity, Debt and Mezzanine.

Our Business: Old Mutual Alternative Investments is one of Namibia’s leading private alternative investment managers in Infrastructure, Private Equity, Debt and Mezzanine.

Established in 2004, we are one of the first alternative investment managers, inheriting a rich history in the investing space as a member of the Old Mutual Group, with more than 177 years of investing experiences in Africa. We aim to deliver consistent, competitive returns to investors, and create a positive, long-term impact in the communities and environment we live and invest in.

Established in 2004, we are one of the first alternative investment managers, inheriting a rich history in the investing space as a member of the Old Mutual Group, with more than 175 years of investing experiences in Africa. We aim to deliver consistent, competitive returns to investors, and create a positive, long-term impact in the communities and environment we live and invest in.

Established in 2004, we are one of the first alternative investment managers, inheriting a rich history in the investing space as a member of the Old Mutual Group, with more than 175 years of investing experiences in Africa. We aim to deliver consistent, competitive returns to investors, and create a positive, long-term impact in the communities and environment we live and invest in.

Our investments build the houses, schools and thriving businesses that our communities need, as well as provide essential infrastructure such as sustainable power generation, healthcare, education, commercial property and telecommunications.

Our investments, whether through direct funds or those managed on behalf of our investors, are strategically focused on driving growth and development within Namibia. A key example is our co-investment in Namibia’s largest wind project, delivering 44MW of renewable energy. These efforts are dedicated to creating a brighter future and building a prosperous Namibia, aligned with our commitment to fostering hope and realizing dreams.

Our investments build the houses, schools and thriving businesses that our communities need, as well as provide essential infrastructure such as sustainable power generation, healthcare, education, commercial property and telecommunications.

Our investments build the houses, schools and thriving businesses that our communities need, as well as provide essential infrastructure such as sustainable power generation, healthcare, education, commercial property and telecommunications. *Figures

Windhoek Gymnasium Private School

Gymnasium Private School

The Bank of Namibia (BoN) projects growth in the fishing and fish processing industry to decline from 10.8% in 2023 to 2% in 2024, which it has attributed to the prospects of lower fishing quotas. The industry is expected to record growth of 3.3% in 2025 and 3.9% in 2026.

Hake and horse mackerel dominate Namibia’s 20 commercially important marine species and account for over 90% of the total catches. Hake, a mid-water and demersal species, is the most important fish in terms of value and foreign exchange earnings. Spain is the most important export destination, followed by other European countries.

Horse mackerel, locally known as maasbanker, accounts for about two-thirds of the total annual catches. It is an affordable high-protein fish which is rich in omega-3. Zambia, Mozambique and the Democratic Republic of Congo are the main export destinations for whole frozen mackerel.

CRUSTACEANS

Lüderitz is the base of the once-lucrative rock lobster industry which reached its peak in the mid-1960s when 8,800 tonnes were harvested before the industry collapsed, necessitating a reduction of total allowable catches to less than 200 tonnes. Live, whole-cooked and raw rock lobsters are exported mainly to Japan and the People’s Republic of China. The small but high-value deep-sea crab fisheries operate from Walvis Bay. Products include whole round crabs, fresh or frozen sections, claw products, legs with or without shells and crab meat and flakes. The People’s Republic of China, South Korea and Spain are the main export destinations.

OTHER COMMERCIAL SPECIES

Monkfish tails and fillets are exported to Spain, Italy, the United Kingdom and France, while albacore is exported to Japan where it is in demand for sashimi. Sole and kingklip, which are caught as bycatches of the trawl fisheries, are other valuable commercial species. Other important bycatches such as angelfish, ribbon fish, John Dory, jacopever and snoek are frozen at sea and processed on land for export and local consumption.

The commercial line fishing subsector operates mainly along the central coast from Walvis Bay, Swakopmund and Henties Bay. Snoek, silver cob, commonly known as kabeljou, and west coast steenbras are the main species caught from ski boats and larger vessels.

RECREATIONAL FISHING

The Namibian coast has long been regarded as an anglers’ paradise and is a popular destination for local recreational shore anglers, as well as anglers from South Africa. Soughtafter species include silver cob (kabeljou), west coast steenbras, galjoen and blacktail.

The Kavango and Zambezi rivers in the north of the country are the habitat of several fine freshwater angling species. Especially sought-after is the rapacious tigerfish, while threespot tilapia, bream, nembwe and pink happy are other target species.

MORATORIUMS REMAIN

The moratorium on the commercial fishing of pilchards, which was imposed in 2018, remains in place. The moratorium was imposed following the sector’s collapse from an estimated 11 million tonnes a year in the 1960s to a mere 50,000 tonnes in 2015 as a result of unfavourable marine environmental conditions and overfishing. An acoustic survey conducted in March 2023 showed that the pilchard stock remains in an unhealthy state. Fisheries and Marine Resources Minister Derek Klazen said the ministry is continuing its research to monitor the pilchard stock and would only lift the moratorium once it has recovered to a biologically sustainable level.

The moratorium on orange roughy, a target species of the deep-water trawl fisheries, remains in place. The moratorium was imposed in 2008 following the collapse of stocks. The orange roughy is a high-value, slow-growing deep-sea fish.

Namibia’s fishing industry is an important foreign exchange earner and exported fish products valued at N$3 billion in 2023, compared to N$2.6 billion in 2022 – an increase of N$400 million.

MINISTERIAL CONCERN

In his annual fishing industry address in November 2023, Minister Klazen expressed his concern that “specific right holders are continuously catching beyond their allocated quotas” and warned that their allocations would be reduced by a percentage equivalent to their overharvest of the previous fishing season.

Klazen also said the ministry had “observed a worrisome trend of bycatches in the fishing industry”, specifically horse mackerel and pilchards in the horse mackerel subsector. This continuing trend of high bycatches suggests that the landings may be deliberate. The minister said his ministry is considering the strengthening of measures to control the issue.

MARICULTURE

The nutrient-rich and pollution-free water of the Benguela system creates ideal conditions for mariculture (marine aquaculture) in the sheltered lagoons of Lüderitz in the south of the country and the central coastal town of Walvis Bay. The industry is relatively small, with an annual production of just under 500 tonnes in 2022/23.

Oyster cultivation in the lagoons at Lüderitz and Walvis Bay dominates the industry. The oysters, which are acclaimed for their delicious taste, are exported live to Japan, the People’s Republic of China and South Africa and are also available locally. Abalone from Namibia’s only abalone farm at Lüderitz is exported to Hong Kong, the People’s Republic of China and Japan. Black mussels are cultivated in the Walvis Bay Aquaculture Production Area on ropes hanging from platforms to which the mussels attach themselves.

Benguela Blue Aqua Farming’s salmon farming project, the first of its kind in Namibia, was launched at Lüderitz in southern Namibia in May 2024. The company plans to raise up to 35,000 tonnes of Atlantic salmon in submersible net pens, 8 km offshore. The company plans to start its farming operation in the fourth quarter of 2025 and expects its first harvest in the fourth quarter of 2026. The project is expected to create 600 direct and 1,500 indirect jobs.

BLUE ECONOMY AT A GLANCE

• Namibia ranks among the top marine fishing countries in Africa

• The fishing industry is the country’s largest export earner after mining

• The marine fisheries consist of the pelagic, mid-water, demersal and deep-sea fisheries

• Total allowable catches (TACs) and quotas for five marine fish and two crustacean species are set annually by the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources

• Hake is the most important species in terms of value and export earnings, while horse mackerel is the most important species in terms of volume

Kelp Blue has been awarded a 15-year commercial licence to cultivate giant kelp at Lüderitz following a successful pilot phase of more than three years and after obtaining an environmental clearance certificate for commercial scale production.

The company said it intends raising N$1.4 billion through the world’s first commercial blue bonds, which will be listed on the Namibian Stock Exchange (NSX) during the course of 2024. It plans to cultivate and harvest giant kelp in waters between 3 km and 10 km off the coast of Lüderitz. The kelp can be processed into a variety of products such as biostimulants, textiles, cosmetics and bio-packaging.

VITAL CONTACTS

Benguela Current Convention (BCC)

Private Bag 5031, Swakopmund +264 64 40 6901 www.benguelacc.org

Directorate: Aquaculture and Inland Fisheries

Private Bag 13355, Windhoek +264 61 205 3021 www.mfmr.gov.na

Fisheries Observer Agency (FOA) P O Box 2903, Walvis Bay +264 64 219 500 info@foa.com.na www.foa.com.na

Namibian Maritime and Fisheries Institute (NAMFI) P O Box 3228, Walvis Bay +264 64 270 900 pa@namfi.net www.namfi.net

Established in the 1940s, Etosha Fishing Corporation is a majority Namibian-owned company operating in the small pelagic sector. Our cannery is utilised for the production of canned pilchards and horse mackerel. Over the years, we have supplied to several renowned international brands, including Lucky Star and Glenryck. Guided by the ethos of "excellence in food processing", the company adheres to stringent standards and regulations. Through our people and our land-based processing facilities, we aim to provide value to our employees, our business partners and our shareholders.

Tunacor Group

1 Rikumbi Kandanga Road, Walvis Bay | +264 64 215 600 | info@etoshafishing.com | www.etoshafishing.com

Founded in 1958 as a pilchard cannery and fishmeal facility, Tunacor Group Ltd has undergone significant changes, becoming 100% Namibian-owned in 2014. Today, Tunacor operates one of Namibia's largest fishing fleets, with eight wet fish trawlers and four freezer trawlers, dedicated to harvesting the highest quality fish. Tunacor's vision is to be a role model for a modern fishing industry, emphasising full Namibian ownership, international competitiveness, success and social responsibility.

Ben Amathila Avenue, Walvis Bay | +264 64 218 100 | reception@localhost | www.tunacor.com.na

Hangana Seafood Etosha Fishing

As a subsidiary of the Ohlthaver & List Group, Hangana passionately subscribes to the O&L purpose of "Creating a Future, Enhancing Life". At Hangana, we aspire to the development of our beautiful country and the upliftment of all Namibians. As a 100% Namibian-owned seafood company specialising in the harvesting, processing and value-adding of hake, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the fishing industry. Dedicated to accountability, responsibility and the modern management of our precious resources, Hangana is committed to ensuring that our future generations are able to enjoy seafood and oceans full of life, forever.

19 Ben Amathila Avenue, Walvis Bay | +264 64 218 400 / 500 | Hangana.Seafood@ol.na | www.hangana.com

Kelp Blue Namibia

Kelp Blue is transforming seaweed cultivation by planting large-scale kelp forests, particularly Giant Kelp, which enhances ocean biodiversity, revives coastal communities, and sequesters carbon. Operating in Lüderitz, Namibia, where ocean conditions are ideal due to the Benguela Current, Kelp Blue supports the "blue economy" and aims to build social, environmental and economic resilience. By 2029, it plans to remove over 1 million tonnes of CO2 annually through 70,000 hectares of kelp farms, increasing regional fish stocks by 10-20%, creating 400 local jobs and indirectly supporting 800-1,000 more in the process.

218 Hafen Street, Lüderitz | info@kelp.blue | www.kelp.blue

98 Ben Amathila Avenue, Walvis Bay | +264 64 274307 / +264 64 274300 / +264 64 274321 | gendev@gendev.com.na | www.gendevfishinggroup.com Gendev Fishing Group

Founded in the 1950s, Gendev Fishing Group is a Namibian-owned company specialising in horse mackerel and hake. Operating from a certified facility in Walvis Bay, Gendev leads the market in IQF horse mackerel and distributes across several African countries, with plans for global expansion. With 94.6% Namibian shareholding, Gendev employs 616 people and focuses on innovation, quality assurance and social development by balancing economic growth with environmental and community care.

Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust

From the depths of the ocean

AFFORDABLE FISH

The Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust (NFCPT) is a vital governmental entity dedicated solely to enhancing Namibians’ per capita fish consumption. Its mission revolves around acquainting communities with the nutritional value of fish and ensuring this essential food source is accessible and affordable to every Namibian.

Established in March 2001 by the Government of the Republic of Namibia, NFCPT has remained steadfast in fostering a healthier Namibia by steadily increasing demand for fish consumption. This endeavour has witnessed a significant rise from approximately 4 kg per person annually at independence to 16.59 kg per person consumed annually as of March 2021.

For NFCPT to realised its objective of promoting and enhancing fish consumption, community engagement is paramount. This we do by ensuring that we familiarise communities with fish and its nutritional benefits which will lead to an increase in demand. Additionally, to ensure the accessibility and affordability of fish, the Trust has established 18 fish shops nationwide, complemented by two takeaways in Swakopmund and Ongwediva. Monthly outreach fish promotions are conducted in communities where retail fish shops are inaccessible, extending the reach of NFCPT initiatives.

In addition to expanding our strategic initiatives, we are proud to introduce the Agency Distribution Project as the latest addition to NFCPT’s efforts to increase fish consumption in Namibia.

Launched on 19 April 2024, the first phase of this pilot project involves NFCPT partnering with 13 local SMEs to distribute fish across 11 regions.

Over a six-month period, NFCPT will serve as the wholesale distributor, providing these SMEs with affordable fish. This arrangement ensures they can resell to every town and

+264 64 278 700 pro@nfcpt.com.na www.nfcpt.com.na

village within their respective regions, thus broadening our reach and accelerating fish accessibility across Namibia.

We aim for fish to be sold on terms that are mutually beneficial, thereby enhancing per capita fish consumption in communities and offering valuable entrepreneurial opportunities.”

THE FISH VALUE CHAIN

The fish production value chain involves numerous actors with distinct yet crucial functions ensuring fish accessibility and affordability for all Namibians. From input suppliers such as fishermen and vessel companies to logistical considerations and market dynamics, each actor plays a vital role in the distribution value chain.

The Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources is pivotal in overseeing fishing quotas allocated to NFCPT and influencing the total allowable catch. Climate change challenges the fishing industry, affecting fish stocks and necessitating adaptation strategies.

NFCPT procures input suppliers like fishermen and vessel to harvest the quota, and utilises harbour storage facilities for fish storage, as it does not operate its own vessel. Logistic costs, maintenance of the transport fleet, upkeep of fish shops and security concerns add to operational expenses.

Market forces, including demand fluctuations, impact fish delivery and pricing. NFCPT employs measures to manage stock scarcity and ensure equitable distribution.

Despite high input costs, NFCPT is dedicated to keep fish prices at the most sustainable level to ensure that fish is affordable by most Namibians — our valued customers. Therefore, through strategic measures, NFCPT strives to make fish consumption accessible and affordable, contributing to a healthier and more prosperous nation.

Namibia has a dual healthcare system. Public healthcare provided by the Ministry of Health and Social Services is used by around 85% of the country’s population and the ministry received about 22% of the social sector budget for the 2024/25 financial year. Private health facilities are used by only about 15% of the country’s population.

The Ministry of Health and Social Services will receive N$10.9 billion for operational expenditure and N$457 million for development expenditure during the 2024/25 financial year. The budget for development expenditure has been earmarked for, amongst others, the upgrading and renovation of 12 hospitals and primary healthcare clinics countrywide and the repair and maintenance of the ministry’s health infrastructure. The ministry will receive N$34.3 billion over the 2024/25 to 2026/27 medium-term expenditure framework (MTEF).

In his 2024/25 budget motivation speech, Health Minister Dr Kalumbi Shangula pointed out that the ministry has increased the number of intensive care unit (ICU) beds from less than 40 in public health facilities before the Covid-19 pandemic to 97 beds. He also stated that the ministry is spending more than N$100 million a year on referring state patients to private facilities for renal dialysis care. To address the situation, the ministry is establishing and expanding renal dialysis units in public hospitals throughout the country. The minister said another major achievement during the previous financial year was the procurement and installation of an oxygen generating system at eight hospitals.

Health facilities resorting under the ministry include the Windhoek Central Hospital (the national referral hospital), four intermediate hospitals (the Katutura, Rundu, Oshakati and Onandjokwe hospitals), 34 district hospitals, 56 health centres, 322 clinics and 1,150 outreach centres.

The groundbreaking ceremony of the N$2.9-billion Windhoek District Hospital in the city’s Havana informal settlement took place in May 2024. An amount of N$30 million has been made available for the feasibility studies, design, groundworks and construction during the 2024/25 financial year. N$131 million has been budgeted for 2025/26 and N$170,000 for 2026/27. The 500-bed hospital, which will offer in-patient and outpatient care and will also have a pharmacy and radiology department, is scheduled for completion in 2027. However, plans to build district hospitals at Ondangwa in the Oshana Region and Nkurenkuru in the Kavango West Region, as well as a N$720 million regional hospital at Otjiwarongo, have not yet materialised.

WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION AWARDS

Namibia received two awards from the director-general of the World Health Organisation (WHO) in February 2024. These are the Silver Tier for achieving the path to elimination (PTE) of mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of the hepatitis B virus, and the Bronze Tier for achieving the PTE of MTCT of HIV, with 98.5% of infants born to HIV-positive mothers being HIV-free. A comprehensive programme for the prevention of MTCT was launched by the health ministry in 2002.

MALARIA SURGE

Namibia has recorded an increase in malaria cases in ten regions with 6,147 cases recorded between January and March 2024. The number of admissions increased from 287 in 2023 to 630 in 2024, while the number of deaths increased from six in 2023 to 15 this year.

Although malaria infections occur during the rainy season, the drastic increase has been attributed to, amongst others, favourable climatic conditions for the malaria vector – the female Anopheles mosquito.

To reduce the transmission of malaria, the ministry sprays the inside of homes with insecticides and use safe and effective chemicals targeting the larval stage of the mosquitoes. Mosquito nets distributed by the ministry are treated with a safe and effective chemical that repels and kills mosquitoes on contact.

Minister Shangula said in April 2024 that the ministry would need N$1.8 billion to execute the National Malaria Elimination Strategic Plan for 2023 to 2027.

GLOBAL FUND

The Global Fund, a public-private partnership, has approved a three-year grant cycle (2024 to 2026) of US$34 million (N$619 million) for Namibia. The grant will be used to achieve a 75% reduction in HIV infections by 2027, boost TB case detection to reduce the notification gap by 50% in 2027, optimise malaria interventions to achieve elimination goals and strengthen the country’s health system. The fund has assisted the country’s health sector by more than US$391 million (N$7.1 billion) since 2004.

PRIVATE MEDICAL CARE

The private health sector provides services to about 15% of the population in the middle- to high-income population, those who can afford to pay out of pocket, as well as public servants and their families who are members of the Public Service Employees’ Medical Aid Scheme (PSEMAS).

Membership of the eight open medical aid funds stood at just over 100,000 principal members, 115,000 dependants and 13,700 pensioners. PSEMAS, which provides medical insurance to over 250,000 main members and their dependants and pensioners, received N$3 billion in the 2024/25 financial year. The scheme’s administrator, Methealth Namibia Administrators, has made several recommendations to reform the scheme which has been plagued by abuse, fraud, waste, mismanagement and false claims by some practitioners.

The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (NAMFISA) is charged with, amongst others, the registration of medical aid fund rules and monitoring their financial soundness. The Namibian Association of Medical Aid Funds (NAMAF) is a statutory body established in terms of the Medical Aid Funds Act (No. 23 of 1995) to control, promote, encourage and coordinate the establishment, development and functioning of medical aid funds in Namibia. There are currently seven medical aid funds registered with NAMAF.

The sector provides the full range of world-class services at over 800 private healthcare facilities countrywide. There are five private hospitals in Windhoek, while most of the larger towns throughout the country are served by well-equipped private hospitals and clinics.

All private healthcare facilities where patients receive treatment or other health services are required to be registered and licensed in terms of the Hospitals and Health Facilities Act (No. 36 of 1994).

VITAL CONTACTS

Catholic AIDS Action

P O Box 159, Windhoek +264 61 276 350 info@caa.org.na www.caa.org.na

Drug Action Group

P O Box 20490, Windhoek +264 61 226 706

Epilepsy Namibia

P O Box 11822, Klein Windhoek nameb@epilepsynamibia.org www.epilepsynamibia.org

Health Industry Forum of Namibia (HIFN)

+264 61 375 090

For medical associations, contact HIFN

International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

P O Box 3970

+264 63 470 2440 www.icrc.org

HEALTH CARE AT A GLANCE

• Close to 11% of Namibia’s annual budget is appropriated to the Ministry of Health and Social Services

• 85% of Namibians use public healthcare facilities provided by the health ministry

• There are 39 public hospitals countrywide

• Public healthcare is also provided at 56 public health centres, 322 clinics and 1,150 outreach centres

• Private hospitals, health centres and clinics are available in all major towns

HEALTH PROFESSIONALS TRAINING

Training of health professionals in various fields is provided by various tertiary institutions, as well as the University of Namibia’s School of Medicine, which was established in 2009 and where the first Namibian-trained medical doctors graduated in 2016. Training is also provided in nursing and public health, allied health services, dentistry and pharmacy.

The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) offers undergraduate programmes in medical laboratory sciences and emergency medical care, while the International University of Management also offers several health-related programmes.

The National Council for Higher Education (NCHE) granted the Welwitchia Health Training Centre full university status in June 2024. Established in 2013, the training centre offers programmes in nursing science, enrolled nursing and midwifery, health sciences and pharmacy.

Medical Association of Namibia (MAN)

P O Box 3369, Windhoek +264 61 22 4455 man.office@iway.na www.man.com.na For medical associations, contact MAN

Namibian Association of Medical Aid Funds (NAMAF)

P O Box 11974, Klein Windhoek +264 61 25 7211 reception@namaf.org.na www.namaf.org.na

Namibia Networks of AIDS Service Organisations (NANASO)

P O Box 23281, Windhoek +264 61 261 122 nanaso@nanaso.com

Namibia Institute of Pathology (NIP)

P O Box 277, Windhoek +264 61 295 4000 info@nip.com.na www.nip.com.na

Namibia Red Cross Society (NRCS)

P O Box 346, Windhoek +264 61 413 7501 www.redcross.org.na

World Health Organisation (WHO)

P O Box 3444, Windhoek afwcona@who.int www.afro.who.int

Namibian Association of Private Health Facilities (NAPH)

+264 61 375 090 naphboard@gmail.com

RESTORING CONFIDENCE

Namibia made history with the successful completion of the country’s first-ever hair transplant surgery, performed at the Aesthetic Centre Olympia (ACO) late last year. While this milestone marks a new chapter in Namibian healthcare, it is not just about a groundbreaking medical procedure but much more about restoring dignity, boosting self-esteem and empowering individuals to reclaim their confidence.

For many Namibians, hair loss is more than a cosmetic issue. It is an emotional struggle that affects self-esteem and mental health. According to one of the key professionals involved in the pioneering procedure, Dr Natasha Slabbert, hair plays a significant role in how we see ourselves and how we feel others see us. “For many people, losing their hair isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about identity and belonging,” she adds.

Across cultures, hair is deeply tied to personal identity, youth, vitality and social belonging. Thick, healthy hair is often associated with health, beauty and status, and its loss can profoundly affect how people perceive themselves and how they feel others perceive them.

Dr Slabbert explains, “When you lose your hair, you’re not just losing something physical; you’re losing part of your identity. This can impact your emotional wellbeing and, in some cases, even contribute to anxiety and depression.”

Another key member of the team, Dr La-Toya MwoombolaHamutenya, agrees: “The emotional and psychological impact of hair restoration can’t be overstated. We’ve had patients tell us that this treatment has changed their lives, giving them the confidence to pursue opportunities, improve relationships and even take on new challenges that they had previously shied away from.”

What hair loss means

Hair loss is linked not only to ageing but also to stress, anxiety and depression. Studies show that the quality of our hair can influence how we feel about ourselves, and in turn, how we navigate the world. Thinning or damaged hair can exacerbate existing mental health challenges, while restoring hair can have a significant positive impact on mental health.

This breakthrough is not just about surgery; it is about empowerment and giving people the tools to feel better about

themselves. Dr Jonathan Joffe, the owner of the Olympia Eye & Laser Centre, where the procedure took place, supports this view: “At ACO, we’re not just transforming appearances – we’re helping to restore a sense of self-worth and selfconfidence that can have a ripple effect across our patients’ lives. It’s empowering individuals to be their best selves, and that’s what makes this treatment so powerful.”

Building capacity in Namibian healthcare

The procedure itself was a complex and delicate process. At the heart of this achievement was the training and guidance of Dr Pradip R. Atodaria, a world-renowned hair transplant surgeon from Surat, India. Dr Atodaria’s 27 years of experience and mastery of the advanced follicular unit extraction (FUE) technique were instrumental in training the Namibian team. This minimally invasive method involves the precise extraction and implantation of individual hair follicles, producing naturallooking results with minimal scarring.

Dr Slabbert, alongside Dr Mwoombola-Hamutenya, aesthetician Esmarie Smit and their supporting nurses, Jacobina Nampala and Armas Shifotoka, underwent rigorous training in FUE techniques under Dr Atodaria’s mentorship. As a result, they now boast a remarkable 95% success rate in harvesting follicular units – a figure that aligns with global standards of excellence.

By providing a local solution to hair loss, Namibia now not only offers medical care but also hope for people who may have felt embarrassed or discouraged by their appearance. The ability to undergo a hair transplant procedure right here in Namibia removes the financial barrier and emotional burden of seeking treatment abroad.

It is inspiring to see that Namibia is continuing to build capacity in its healthcare system that extends beyond physical health to include emotional and psychological healing as well. The collaboration between skilled local professionals and renowned international experts underscores the power of knowledge exchange and the growing potential of Namibian healthcare.

Kirsty Watermeyer

First published in the January 2025 issue of FlyNamibia Magazine.

Olympia Optics

Our optometry practice in Windhoek is dedicated to providing quality eye care for the entire family.

At Olympia Optics, our team of highly qualified optometrists use modern technology to diagnose and treat a wide range of vision problems, from routine eye examinations and eye screenings to the management of specific eye conditions. Areas of particular interest are myopia control, which is the slowing down of the progression of near-sightedness in children, fitting soft contact lenses and monitoring ocular eye health, such as keratoconus and diabetic retinopathy. Our practice prescribes specialised spectacle lenses to provide the best possible vision correction solutions.

Our friendly staff can assist in choosing from a wide selection of unique eyewear and internationally recognised brands, ensuring our patients find the ideal match for their visual requirements and personal style. Spectacles can be completed by our in-house lab within one hour if the required lenses are in stock. Modern technology and heartfelt compassion converge at Olympia Optics to offer comprehensive care for patients of all ages, from children to young adults to senior citizens. Experience the difference that expert optometric care can make in your life. Visit us today and embark on a journey to clearer vision and better eye health.

We look forward to welcoming you at Olympia Optics.

Cnr Hidipo Hamutenya & David Carstens Street, Olympia, Windhoek +264 61 372 620 admin@olympiaoptics.com www.olympiaoptics.com

edical Rescue Africa (MRA) is Namibia’s leading fixed wing Aeromedical Evacuation company specialising in the evacuation of critically ill and injured patients across Africa, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

MRA, through Westair Aviation, has a dedicated fleet of Air Ambulance aircraft on standby which have the ability to land on unimproved airstrips as well as to operate at night and in bad weather conditions. Air crews undergo regular refresher training, and all operations comply with the highest safety and quality standards.

MRA has its own 24-hour Call Centre with trained and dedicated operators utilising state of the art equipment and aviation information technology. The Call Centre liaises with local and international Medical Aid, insurance and medical assistance companies to help facilitate and coordinate medical evacuations, and medical repatriation services.

To ensure the best possible pre-hospital treatment to patients, MRA offers a 24-hour Road Ambulance at Eros Airport for transporting patients from the Airport to the treating Hospital. The MRA Ambulance is equipped to an ICU patient care level. MRA has a standard service-level agreement with all accredited ALS Ambulance Services across Namibia for effective Road Ambulance evacuation services should the requirement be to not activate the fixed wing Air Ambulance.

MRA is led by a management team with extensive experience in medical response, evacuation and support operations.

Tel: 912 within Namibia or +264 83 339 0033 Internationally | Mail: mra@westair.com.na Web: www.medicalrescueafrica.com

Emed Medical Centre

Enhancing lives through preventative screening and wellness initiatives

Emed Medical Centre has been in operation since 2022 and has been committed to improving the quality of life for individuals by focusing on preventative screening and wellness initiatives. Our mission is to support acute and chronic disease management while maintaining general wellness, ensuring that our clients and their families receive the best possible care.

We cater to the diverse needs of individuals and businesses by offering a full range of medical solutions. These services include emergency medical evacuations, occupational health and safety services, as well as after-care medical services. Our goal is to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions that meet the unique needs of our clientele, whether they require urgent care or ongoing support for chronic conditions.

We have assembled a team of highly qualified and experienced healthcare professionals who are dedicated to delivering the highest standards of care to our patients. Our diverse team comprises experts in various fields, ensuring that our clients receive the best possible care. By prioritising preventative healthcare, we strive to empower individuals and businesses to take proactive measures towards maintaining optimal health and wellbeing.

ADVANCED AI CAPABILITIES WITH NURSE ABBY

Emed Medical Centre understands that your time is valuable, which is why we strive to make your healthcare journey as smooth and efficient as possible. Leveraging the advanced capabilities of our AI unit, known as Nurse Abby, we offer more than 20 comprehensive health assessments in just under three minutes. This efficient tool is particularly beneficial for wellness and occupational health and safety programmes, allowing you to complete general health checkups quickly and easily.

Nurse Abby is an essential part of our commitment to your wellbeing. In just under three minutes, you can have your general health checkups done, making it easier than ever to stay on top of your health. Whether you are an individual seeking routine health assessments or a business looking to implement comprehensive wellness programmes, Nurse Abby provides a convenient and effective solution.

At Emed Medical Centre, your health is paramount. We are dedicated to ensuring that your healthcare experience is both effective and convenient. Our wide range of services and the expertise of our healthcare professionals make us a trusted partner in your journey to optimal health. We encourage you to initiate your path to wellness by scheduling an appointment with us today.

Cnr Simeon Shixungileni & Liszt Street, Windhoek +264 83 924

bookings@emedclinics.africa

Ongwediva Medipark

Ongwediva Medipark Private Hospital attains ISO 9001 Certification

SERVICES

• Accidents and Emergencies

• Anaesthesia

• Cardiology (Heart Specialist)

• Paediatric Cardiology

• Dentistry

• Dermatology

• Dietetics

• Echocardiography (Heart Sonar)

• General Practitioner

• General Surgery

• Internal Medicine

• Isolation Ward

• Kidney Dialysis and Transplant

• Laboratory Services

• Maxillo Facial & Oral Surgery

• Neonatology and

Paediatric Services

• Neurosurgery

• Obstetrics & Gynaecology

• Occupational Therapy

• Otorhinolaryngology (Ears, Nose and Throat)

• Ophthalmology (Eye Specialist)

• Orthopaedic Surgery Pharmacy

• Physiotherapy

• Plastic Surgery

• Psychology

• Pulmonology

• Radiology & Medical Imaging

• Speech Therapy & Audiology

• Urology

• Vascular Surgery

VISION

To maintain a financially stable and sustainable business that delivers quality healthcare and establish a centre of excellence in healthcare contributing towards the realisation of Vision 2030.

MISSION

Delivering quality specialised patient care.

OUR CORE VALUES

Confidentiality

Honesty Accountability

Fairness

Respect Integrity

ISO 9001 CERTIFICATION

Ongwediva Medipark is proud to announce the successful achievement of ISO 9001 Certification. ISO 9001 is a globally recognised standard for quality management and is currently the most widely used quality management standard in the world. The certification was awarded after going through a rigorous audit, carried out by Namibia Standards Institute (NSI). Achieving this certification is a demonstration of our commitment to providing quality specialised healthcare to all our patients. We are proud to be the first ISO 9001 certified private hospital in Namibia.

The prestigious certification was officially handed over by NSI on 6 December 2023.

7031 Ongwediva Business Park, Auguste Taanyanda Street, Ongwediva +264 65 232 911 info@ongwediva-medipark.com www.ongwedivamedipark.com

Pictured (from L to R) are: Sipho M’loyie (Quality Assurance Manager), Sakeus Kamati (Hospital Manager), Etuukata Nashima (NSI’s Acting GM: Certification), Eric Shilongo (Deputy Quality Assurance Manager).

Aesthetic Centre Olympia

LOVE THE SKIN YOU’RE IN with Aesthetic Centre Olympia

Discover radiant beauty: embrace your skin’s journey with Aesthetic Centre Olympia. Where global technology meets world-class aesthetic practitioners and comprehensive treatments for the skin and body.

Nestled in the heart of Namibia, Aesthetic Centre Olympia offers a level of expertise and personalised service that is unmatched in the region.

Its team of highly skilled aestheticians and medical professionals operates in a tranquil and welcoming environment. With a focus on service excellence, this dedicated team specialises in a diverse range of laser, skin and body treatments suitable for individuals of all ages and skin types, addressing various concerns such as pigmentation, signs of ageing and hair loss.

Renowned for its use of innovative global technology, Aesthetic Centre Olympia introduces the latest advancements in aesthetic care. Utilising cutting-edge solutions like picosecond laser for safe and effective tattoo removal, along with the latest AI technology treatment, BTL Exion, the centre remains at the forefront of industry developments.

With compassionate experts and a commitment to nurturing and enhancing the beauty of your skin, Aesthetic Centre Olympia stands as a leader in the field, ready to journey with you to Love the Skin You’re In.

Cnr Hidipo Hamutenya & David Carstens Street, Olympia, Windhoek +264 61372 640 reception@acentreolympia.com www.acentreolympia.com

Namib Laboratories

Namib Laboratories is a division of Feedmaster, a privately owned analytical laboratory. Namib Laboratories offer extensive tests using the latest technology and ISO-approved methods, backed by dedicated Client Services.

The laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art machinery and well-trained staff members. Namib Laboratories was born out of the frustration of a lack of local veterinary laboratory services, particularly concerning the poultry industry. The turnaround time of veterinary serological analyses for this industry was hampered by physical challenges which could not be met, such as biological samples that had to be couriered across the border to laboratories in South Africa. Namib Laboratories realised and addressed the need to offer these services to Namibia’s veterinarians and food service industries. Having received ISO 17025 accreditation from SADCAS for industrial microbiology and poultry serology testing, Namib Laboratories enables manufacturing companies to perform blood and culture testing for the health of food handlers or employees. These tests include Hepatitis, Staphylococcus, Widal and parasite screening.

Since Namib Laboratories had the equipment and skilled personnel, they offered their services to the health ministry in 2020 to do PCR testing for Covid-19. Furthermore, Namib Laboratories procured the essential equipment and reagents for chemistry and water studies, and they can also perform mineral studies on soil, feed, and feed source materials.

The clinical section is the latest division added to the laboratory and is one Namib Laboratories is most passionate about. We provide a comprehensive laboratory service, including Phlebotomy, Serology, Chemistry, Immunochemistry and Haematology, using Beckman Coulter equipment. The objective is to make high-quality pathological services accessible across Namibia.

SERVICES PROVIDED

Industrial microbiology

• Hygiene testing

• Food and animal feed conformance testing

• Efficacy testing

Industrial chemistry

• Drinking water testing

• Irrigation water testing

• Sewage and effluent water testing

Agricultural soil analysis

• Clinical pathology

• Haematology

• Chemistry

• Immunochemistry

• Serology

• Molecular diagnostics

• Microbiology

Veterinary pathology

• Vaccine monitoring

• Disease diagnostics

• Pathology testing

Additional specialised services

• Our technical staff can perform specialised microbiological testing. Please contact our technical enquiries for further information.

Hygiene testing sampling

• We perform sampling for food and animal feed factories. Please contact our technical enquiries for more information.

Salmonella check and trace

• Species identification. Identifies more than 300 serotypes which enables customers to track the source of contamination.

Food handlers testing

• Food and animal factories

• Staff monitoring

Efficacy testing

• Efficacy testing on a selected range of disinfected products. Please contact our technical enquiries for further information.

All members of the community and the public are welcome to visit the laboratory and enquire about their services at any time.

THE LABORATORY IS ACCREDITED WITH ISO 17025:2017

IN:

Microbiology: Food and Animal Feeds

Serology: (Veterinary) Blood Samples

Lolo Park, Jason Hamutenya Ndadi Street, Olympia & Demushuwa Suites, Suite 7, Second Floor, Lady Pohamba Private Hospital, Windhoek

P O Box 20276, Windhoek

+264 61 290 1378

namiblab@namiblab.com www.namiblab.com

WHAT IS A CO-PAYMENT?

RMA

Understanding healthcare costs

A co-payment is an amount that may be required from you, the member, when the cost of a healthcare service or medication exceeds the tariff rate set by the Namibian Association of Medical Aid Funds (NAMAF). This can occur in various situations, including consultations with healthcare professionals or specific procedures.

WHY DO CO-PAYMENTS EXIST?

Co-payments are the difference between what healthcare providers charge for treatments and services and what the medical aid fund covers. It is designed to share the cost between you and your medical aid fund when healthcare providers charge above the tariff rate, based on the choices you make regarding your healthcare.

NAVIGATING CO-PAYMENTS WITH RMA

We understand that encountering a co-payment can be unexpected. It typically means that the cost of a service exceeds the tariff that your medical aid plan covers. We encourage you to consider your options carefully by contacting your medical aid fund to ask for the most costeffective healthcare service provider.

WHAT IS A TARIFF RATE?

A tariff rate is the NAMAF guideline tariff at which your medical aid will reimburse the claims.

WHY DO TARIFFS EXIST?

The NAMAF guideline tariffs represent a threshold according to which the medical aid fund is willing to pay for healthcare treatment and services rendered to the member. However,

this does not restrain the healthcare provider from charging below or above the guideline tariff. When healthcare providers charge fees above the tariff rate, it can result in co-payments.

WHAT IS A SURCHARGE?

The current medicine price markup is 40%. A surcharge is the difference between the 40% medicine price markup and what pharmacies charge.

WHY DO SURCHARGES EXIST?

The profit margin of the list price of medicine was reduced to 40%, which could result in a surcharge if the pharmacy does not adjust its profit margin accordingly. Many of the pharmacies in Namibia have already adjusted their markup to 40% and in some instances less than 40%, resulting in more options to members. A reduced markup will result in a reduced medicine cost to the member, allowing the benefits of the member to be stretched.

WHAT IS A LEVY?

Within the medical aid, a 20% levy on medication is applicable for all types of medication. The levy is separate from a surcharge as it is raised against the medicine markup price.

WHY DO LEVIES EXIST?

A 20% levy on medication is standard practice in the industry. It could be seen as a cost-sharing arrangement, with your medical aid funding 80% of the medicine cost.

By understanding these healthcare costs, you can make informed decisions about your medical expenses and maximise the benefits of your medical aid plan effectively.

PSEMAS Complimed

Comprehensive healthcare coverage for PSEMAS members

PSEMAS Complimed is a suite of insurance policies specifically designed to complement your medical aid (PSEMAS), offering enhanced coverage that bridges the gap between existing PSEMAS benefits and actual medical costs. This range provides peace of mind and essential financial protection, ensuring that members have full healthcare coverage when faced with private hospital admissions or outpatient procedures. With PSEMAS Complimed, members can confidently access private healthcare, focusing on recovery without the financial stress.

PSEMAS Complimed includes:

Complimed Gap, which is a gap insurance policy that bridges the financial gap between what your medical aid covers and excess of tariff treatment costs in private hospitals, in other words, it complements your existing medical aid, ensuring peace of mind by covering in-hospital excess of tariff costs at the insured rate up to the benefit limit, including surgeries, maternity care, trauma-related treatments and more. Complimed Gap provides up to N$2.5 million in gap coverage per family, allowing policyholders to access the care they need without unexpected expenses. The agreed tariff is based on the Prosperity Benchmark Tariff (PBT) plus 225% and in-hospital cover is subject to policyholder validation and insurance protocols.

Doc-Gap, available as an optional top-up for Complimed Gap policyholders, enhances outpatient coverage by covering the difference in tariff between what PSEMAS pays and the tariff that doctors charge, at the insured rate. This benefit applies to a wide range of essential services, including in-room procedures, optometry, dentistry and more. By covering these outpatient costs, Doc-Gap helps members access day-to-day healthcare without worrying about additional expenses. Doc-Gap provides coverage for up to

six general practitioner visits per person and up to four dental consultations per person each year. Any additional visits are covered through the MEDBUX benefit.

Hospicash 50 and Hospicash 100, which can be taken out as a top-up to your existing Complimed PSEMAS gap cover, are optional benefits for Complimed Gap policyholders, providing cash payouts to help cover unforeseen non-medical expenses incurred during hospital stays of three or more continuous days in private hospitals in Namibia. Each hospital admission is treated as a separate event, with Hospicash 50 offering a maximum payout of N$15,000 per event and Hospicash 100 offering up to N$30,000 per event. These payouts can help cover unexpected costs associated with hospitalisation, such as accommodation for family members or transportation. Policyholders can receive up to N$50,000 per year with Hospicash 50 or up to N$100,000 per year with Hospicash 100, with payouts available for each hospitalisation event.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS: EMERGENCY AND TRAVEL COVERAGE

Complimed Gap includes emergency evacuation services within Namibia, South Africa and defined SADC region, covering both road and air ambulance costs. For policyholders travelling abroad, international travel cover provides emergency medical assistance and evacuation support. This includes medical treatment, inter-hospital transfers, repatriation and coverage for the return of children or mortal remains if needed. The benefit provides coverage up to N$10 million per person.

Additionally, Hospicash 50 and Hospicash 100 policyholders gain access to Rescue Me, which provides road ambulance services within Namibia amounting to N$500,000 per family and a funeral plan. To explore your coverage options or to upgrade, SMS “PSEMAS” to 999 555. Ts & Cs apply. All policies are underwritten by Prosperity Life. +264 83 299 9000 | clientservices@prosperitynam.com | prosperitylifeafrica.com

Olympia Eye & Laser Centre

Unlocking vision with advanced technology

At Olympia Eye & Laser Centre, we are not just another eye care facility. We are pioneers in the field, dedicated to enhancing and preserving your precious gift of sight through cutting-edge technology and compassionate care.

MEET OUR EXPERTS

Behind every successful procedure at Olympia Eye & Laser Centre stands our team of specialists: Dr Jonathan Joffe and Dr Talitha Maritz. With their wealth of experience and dedication to excellence, they bring expertise, innovation and a personalised approach to every patient’s journey.

OUR UNIQUE APPROACH

What sets us apart is our relentless pursuit of innovation. Our state-of-the-art facility boasts the latest advancements in eye care technology, allowing us to offer a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet your unique needs. From advanced diagnostic tools to revolutionary treatment options, we harness the power of technology to deliver results.

COMPREHENSIVE CARE WITH PERSONALISED ATTENTION

At Olympia Eye & Laser Centre, we understand that each patient is different. That is why we take the time to listen, educate and empower you to make informed decisions about your eye health. Our team of optometrists and ophthalmic assistants works hand in hand with our specialists to ensure seamless coordination and continuity of care, from your first consultation to post-procedure follow-ups.

EYE CARE FOR ALL AGES

From paediatric eye examinations to geriatric vision care, Olympia Eye & Laser Centre provides comprehensive eye care services for patients of all ages. Whether you are seeking routine eye care, corrective surgery or treatment for complex conditions, you can trust Olympia Eye & Laser Centre to prioritise your vision and wellbeing above all else.

YOUR VISION, OUR PRIORITY

Discover why patients trust Olympia Eye & Laser Centre for their eye care needs. Visit our website at www.eyedoc.com.na or connect with us on social media (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn) to learn more about our services.

Your journey to a clearer, healthier vision starts here.

17 David Carstens Street, Olympia, Windhoek +264 61372 600 bookings@eyedoc.com.na www.eyedoc.com.na

Dr Jonathan Joffe

Dr Talitha Maritz

COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY

The government, as well as the private sector, continue to invest in the expansion and modernisation of Namibia’s telecommunication sector to develop information and communication technology (ICT) throughout the country. About 85% of the population has access to broadband coverage.

NPTH DISMANTLING

Namibia Post and Telecommunications Holdings Limited (NPTH), the 100% shareholder of Namibia Post Limited (NamPost) and Telecom Namibia Limited (Telecom) and 60% shareholder of Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC), has been given until December 2024 by the cabinet to be dismantled. This involves, amongst others, the transfer of immovable properties by private treaty, the transfer of immovable properties to the subsidiary companies, the transfer of moveable shares and the transfer of shares in the subsidiary companies. NPTH would also need to decide on the disposal and listing of the 9% MTC shares that were not taken up following the government’s decision to sell up to 49% of its 100% stake in MTC.

MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS

Namibia’s telecommunication sector is dominated by mobile operator MTC, which is 60% owned by NPTH and Telecom which is wholly owned by NPTH. MTC dominated the mobile market share in the country’s telecommunications market with 1,992,000 prepaid customers and 167,416 postpaid customers as at 30 September 2023. With 1,014 network towers and 1,187 km of fibre, the company has a network coverage of 98%. MTC has 339 agreements with roaming partners in 148 countries.

TN Mobile, a subsidiary of Telecom, is the second largest mobile operator in the country. It had 247,301 prepaid and 33,586 postpaid subscribers as at 23 June 2023.

Telecom signed a three-year partnership with the ZTE Corporation and Huafull International in June 2024, aimed to facilitate the deployment of advanced mobile radio access technology such as 4G, 4.5G and 5G to its TN Mobile customers. The company also signed a five-year partnership with Huawei Technologies Namibia, which will enable the company to improve its mobile network capacity and coverage by expanding and upgrading existing mobile base stations across the country.

UCOM LICENCE REVOKED

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) announced in January 2024 that it had revoked the spectrum licences of UCOM Mobile Namibia (Pty) Ltd, formerly MTN Business Namibia, due to its failure to settle arrears over N$19.3 for license fees and failing to efficiently utilise its awarded spectrum, resulting in spectrum hoarding.

CRAN granted UCOM until June 2024 to facilitate the migration of their approximately 1,000 customers and to conduct an orderly wind-up of their operations, after which all services would be terminated.

MTN transferred its shares to its local shareholder, Profile Technologies (Pty) Ltd, following the announcement by the MTN Group in 2022 that it is to disinvest in Namibia. The company then rebranded as UCOM Mobile.

INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDERS

Internet services are provided by several companies, including Paratus Namibia, Telecom’s subsidiary, iWay, africaonline and Internet Namibia. CRAN’s chief executive officer, Emilia Nghikembua, confirmed in June 2024 that Starlink, a subsidiary of the American satellite communications company SpaceX, has applied for licences to operate in Namibia. She said the application was being processed and considered in terms of the provisions of the Communications Act (No. 8 of 2009) and the relevant regulations. Paratus will be the licenced operator of Starlink in Namibia if the application is approved.

PARATUS

Paratus Namibia Holdings Limited (PHN) successfully raised over N$600 million through a rights issue which doubled the company’s market capital on the Namibian Stock Exchange (NSX). The capital was raised from the Paratus Group (61.9%), institutional investors (34%), Paratus employees (2.6%) and retail investors (1.5%).

“The funds will be strategically allocated to expand Paratus Namibia’s existing offerings by enhancing its core systems and infrastructure. This investment will enable the company to adapt and expand its business model to meet the evolving demands of customers and the market, while optimising capacity utilisation, leveraging economies of scale and generating increased returns from its current asset base,” the company said in a news release.

Paratus launched its fibre express route from Johannesburg to Europe in April 2024, following the completion of a 1,890km fibre link from Johannesburg via Botswana to the Equiano subsea cable landing station at Swakopmund from where it continues to Lisbon, London and the rest of Europe. Paratus is the Google landing partner of the Equiano subsea cable to Namibia, which offers an alternative route out of South Africa and mitigates against possible fibre outages between Johannesburg and Cape Town.

FIXED-LINE TELEPHONE SERVICES

Telecom, the only company offering fixed-line telephone services in Namibia, is 100% owned by the government through NPTH. The number of subscribers has decreased from 193,045 in December 2017 to 85,814 in December 2022 – a decline of 56%. However, the number of fibre-tothe-home (FTTH) subscribers has increased from 252 to 17,169 during the same five-year period.

ACCESS TO INFORMATION

The Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) has made N$19 million available for the implementation of the Access to Information Act (No. 8 of 2022) during the 2024/25 financial year.

During her 2024/25 budget motivation, Information and Communication Technology Minister Emma Theofelus told

the National Assembly, “This piece of legislation seeks to address the important issues of government transparency and to guarantee our citizens’ freedom of information and the right to access public information. It also aims to improve accountability and citizens’ relationship with government. Its regulations are due for tabling in Parliament during its current session. Following this, the Office of the Information Commissioner will be established to address the important issues of transparency – not just in the public sector but also in the private sector.”

She went on to say, “In preparation to fully support the implementation of the Access to Information legislation, we plan to conduct capacity building and orientation workshops for communication officers from offices, ministries, agencies, regional councils, local authorities and public entities.”

MICT BUDGET

The MICT has been allocated a budget of close to N$703 million for the 2024/25 financial year to promote access to information and ICT infrastructure development, to develop responsive ICT laws, policies and strategies, and to maintain operational efficiencies.

Minister Theofelus said in her budget motivation speech that there have been significant upgrades from 2G to 3G and 3G to 4G across the country, resulting in broadband coverage for 85% of the population. She further said the Namibia Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) aims to achieve 100% coverage through the implementation of direct-tohome (DTH) satellite technology, which will provide viewers and listeners with improved signal quality and a wider range of channels.

ICT AT A GLANCE

• Namibia’s ICT Development Index score (2023): 68.8

• Fixed-line telephone subscriptions per 100 (2023): 10.7

• Mobile cellular subscriptions per 100 (2023): 111

• Households with internet per 100 (2022): 63.2

• Individuals using internet per 100 (2022): 62.6

Africa Online

WHO WE ARE

At Africa Online, we are one of the pioneering Internet Service Providers (ISP) across the African continent, dedicated to empowering businesses and individuals with reliable connectivity and cutting-edge ICT solutions. Established with the mission to bring the internet closer to Africa, we have grown and evolved into a one-stop shop for comprehensive technology services.

WHAT WE OFFER

We understand that in today’s fast-paced digital world, businesses need more than just internet access. That’s why we offer a wide range of services tailored to meet modern needs:

• Connectivity Solutions: Whether you need home or business internet, we provide fast, secure and scalable broadband services to keep you connected.

• Cloud Services: We offer cloud hosting, storage and

backup solutions that are flexible and secure, ensuring your data is accessible and protected at all times.

• Cybersecurity: In an era of rising cyber threats, our security services include firewall management, threat detection and advanced encryption to safeguard your digital assets.

• VoIP Solutions: Enjoy cost-effective and high-quality voice communication through our VoIP services, perfect for modern businesses looking to stay connected across borders.

• Hardware & IT Support: We supply and maintain a range of hardware solutions, from servers to laptops, with professional IT support to ensure seamless operations.

At Africa Online, we are not just a service provider - we’re your partner in the digital age. With our reliable solutions and dedicated customer support, we ensure your journey to success is always connected.

36A Promenaden Road, Windhoek +264 61 291 1019 (office hours) www.africaonline.com.na

Telecom Namibia

Spearheading Namibia’s digital future through continuous innovation

In the ever-evolving landscape of telecommunications, Telecom Namibia stands out as a national champion, spearheading Namibia’s digital transformation journey. As the country’s 100% state-owned telecommunications provider, Telecom Namibia offers a comprehensive portfolio of fixed and mobile telecommunications and information and communication technology (ICT) products and services. This commitment directly aligns with Namibia’s national vision of establishing itself as an e-enabled nation, ensuring all citizens have access to the transformative power of ICT.

Understanding the capital-intensive nature of the telecommunications sector, Telecom Namibia prioritises continuous investment in network modernisation and infrastructure upgrades. The company’s strategic roadmap, known as ISBP 2027 & Beyond, outlines a significant investment of N$2.3 billion in infrastructure and technology over the next five years. This ambitious plan goes beyond simply bolstering Telecom Namibia’s own position; it directly supports the national goals set by Namibia’s Vision 2030, 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR) aspirations, National Development Plan 5 (NDP5), National Broadband Policy and the Harambee Prosperity Plan II (HPPII). By aligning its investments with

these national priorities, Telecom Namibia ensures its efforts contribute meaningfully to Namibia’s broader socioeconomic development.

Telecom Namibia’s commitment to digital transformation translates into several key investment thrusts:

• Co-landing of the Google Equiano subsea cable: This collaborative project with Paratus equips Namibia with a projected capacity of 4Tbps (4,000Gbps), addressing critical international connectivity needs. This enhanced capacity positions Namibia as a potential regional ICT hub for landlocked African countries, with the potential to serve nations like Botswana, Zambia, Malawi and the Democratic Republic of Congo. This strategic move aligns with Telecom Namibia’s vision to support Namibia’s economic development by facilitating trade and logistics across the region.

• National fibre backbone expansion: Recognising the transformative potential of fibre optic technology, Telecom Namibia is actively expanding its national fibre optic backbone infrastructure. This commitment is exemplified by a recent strategic partnership with OMDis to roll out new

fibre routes in Oranjemund. Furthermore, Telecom Namibia is accelerating FTTH (fibre-to-the-home) rollout plans to provide Namibian households with high-speed, reliable internet access. These endeavours aim to improve national coverage, enhance internet speeds and drive digital adoption rates across the nation, empowering individuals and fostering a more connected citizenry.

• Network modernisation: Network upgrades are not merely a one-time endeavour; they are an ongoing process for Telecom Namibia. The company’s focus areas include expanding and enhancing network capacity and performance. This includes upgrading mobile sites across the country to offer improved 3G and 4G connectivity in both urban and rural areas. Additionally, Telecom Namibia is proactively preparing its TN Mobile sites to be 5G-ready, aligning with the national 5G strategy and ensuring Namibia is positioned to reap the benefits of this nextgeneration technology.

• Leading Namibia’s mobile revolution: Telecom Namibia boasts a rich legacy, having pioneered the country’s first mobile network. Today, that leadership continues. The company’s extensive network of over 300 strategically deployed base stations, the majority equipped with cutting-edge 3G, 4G and even 4.5G technology, ensures its customers enjoy the latest advancements in mobile broadband. But the company’s commitment does not stop there. It is constantly upgrading and modernising to stay at the forefront of innovation.

Project Cinceho: unifying your experience (N$327 million)

In partnership with SATEC, we are building a nextgeneration platform for a seamless unified customer experience. This translates to easier billing and streamlined management for all your fixed and mobile services with Telecom Namibia.

Building a stronger Namibia: network upgrade (N$167 million)

We have invested N$ 167 million in a network upgrade with Huawei, focusing on a fixed-mobile convergence (FMC) core. This means improved network performance, stronger connectivity and reliable connections across the country.

Beyond technology: Project Phoenix enhancing customer service

Our commitment extends beyond just technology. Through Project Phoenix, we are constantly optimising internal processes to deliver a smoother and more efficient customer service experience.

• Robust cyber security solutions: The ever-evolving cyber security threat landscape poses a significant challenge to all organisations. Recognising this reality, Telecom Namibia is strategically investing in robust

solutions to safeguard its infrastructure and customer data. By prioritising cyber security, Telecom Namibia fosters a climate of trust and empowers businesses and individuals to confidently leverage the digital landscape.

• Global connectivity and partnerships: Looking beyond Namibia’s borders, Telecom Namibia maintains wellestablished international and regional connectivity through points of presence in key locations like Cape Town, Johannesburg, London, Frankfurt and Lusaka. Furthermore, the company cultivates partnerships with global players, ensuring reliable international connectivity, cloud services and efficient data transmission. These strategic partnerships allow Telecom Namibia to offer a wider range of services and ensure Namibians have access to the latest technological advancements.

• Service-level agreements (SLAs): Understanding the critical role of reliable connectivity for businesses, Telecom Namibia offers optional SLAs to corporate customers. These agreements guarantee service performance within agreed parameters and prompt response to service disruptions. By offering SLAs, Telecom Namibia demonstrates its commitment to providing high-quality, dependable services that empower businesses to thrive in the digital age.

• Reliable voice services: Telecom Namibia maintains the nation’s most extensive fixed-line voice telephony network. This trusted infrastructure serves as a vital communication lifeline for thousands of Namibian consumers.

• Committed corporate citizen: Beyond technological leadership, Telecom Namibia prioritises its role as a responsible corporate citizen. The company actively participates in social responsibility initiatives, directing its efforts towards supporting education, business development and overall community wellbeing.

Telecom Namibia’s commitment to digital transformation extends beyond network infrastructure. The company actively invests in reliable power backup solutions to ensure service continuity even during power outages. Additionally, it fosters strategic partnerships to expand its service offerings and capabilities. Finally, Telecom Namibia offers value-added services like SLAs, demonstrating its dedication to exceeding customer expectations and building long-term partnerships.

In conclusion, Telecom Namibia’s unwavering focus on digital transformation positions it as a key driver in bridging the digital divide, empowering businesses and improving the lives of all Namibians. By continuing to invest in infrastructure, technology and strategic partnerships, Telecom Namibia lays the foundation for a Namibia that is not only connected but also thriving in the digital age.

Head Corporate Communications & PR +264 201 2484 CommPR@telecom.na www.telecom.na

Mrs. Emilia Nghikembua Chief Executive Officer: CRAN

INTEGRATING DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES INTO EVERYDAY LIFE FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE

In today's rapidly evolving world, digital technologies have become an integral part of our everyday lives. From smartphones to smart homes, these technologies have revolutionised the way we communicate, work, and live. However, the real potential lies in harnessing these digital advancements to create a sustainable future. Namibia, like many developing nations, faces the challenge of bridging the digital divide.

Integrating digital technologies into everyday life by providing equal access to information, education, and opportunities can help address this issue. Initiatives such as the National Broadband Policy and the establishment of community technology centres have been instrumental in expanding digital infrastructure to rural areas, ensuring that no one is left behind.

Additionally, digital technologies offer immense potential for transforming education in Namibia. By integrating e-learning platforms, virtual classrooms, and online resources, students are able to access quality education regardless of their location. This not only improves educational outcomes but also reduces the strain on physical infrastructure and minimises the environmental impact associated with traditional education systems.

Furthermore, agriculture also plays a vital role in Namibia's economy, and digital technologies can significantly contribute to its growth and sustainability. By utilising technologies such as Internet of Things (IoT) devices, remote sensing, and data analytics, farmers can optimise resource utilisation, monitor crop health, and make informed decisions. This leads to increased productivity, reduced water consumption, and improved food security, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable agricultural sector.

Moreover, Namibia is blessed with abundant renewable energy resources, such as solar and wind power. Integrating digital technologies into energy systems can facilitate the transition to a greener and more sustainable energy landscape.

Smart grids enable efficient management of energy generation, distribution, and consumption, while IoT devices can optimise energy usage in households and businesses. This integration not only reduces reliance on fossil fuels but also promotes energy independence and resilience.

CRAN recognises the importance of innovation and digital transformation in driving socio-economic development. CRAN has actively encouraged the deployment of new technologies and services, particularly in underserved areas, to bridge the digital divide and ensure universal access to communication services. CRAN’s support for innovative solutions, such as broadband expansion, 5G deployment, and IoT, has contributed to the growth of the digital economy and enhanced the quality of life for Namibians.

Integrating digital technologies into everyday life is no longer a luxury but a necessity for Namibia's sustainable future. By bridging the digital divide, enhancing education, boosting agriculture, creating smart cities, and embracing renewable energy, Namibia can pave the way for a more sustainable and prosperous nation. However, this transformation requires collaboration between the government, private sector, and citizens to ensure equitable access, education, and opportunities for all. With the right policies, investments, and mindset, Namibia can harness the power of digital technologies to build a brighter and more sustainable future for generations to come.

MTC

Namibia's leading information communications and technology company is deeply invested in developing and advancing its home, breaking new ground in the telecommunications industry and beyond. MTC spearheads initiatives and infrastructure projects to support the nation's growth and progress.

With 98% population coverage, MTC introduced Africa's first 4G network in 2012 and 4.5G in 2016, marking significant milestones for the country. Recently, MTC acquired the 5G spectrum and launched its first 5G technology trial in Namibia. These advancements, such as a secured Cloud Fibre network and celebrating the 1000th network tower, demonstrate MTC's commitment to enhancing service delivery and ensuring robust connectivity across the nation. MTC's strategic investments, such as the US$5 million investment in the West African Sea Cable, highlight its dedication

to maintaining resilience and adaptability in a rapidly evolving telecommunications environment.

Beyond infrastructure, MTC has made a profound social impact through involved on-the-ground efforts that give back directly to local communities:

• N$357+ million Invested in sponsorships

• N$34+ million Invested in Corporate Social Investment

• N$1.2+ billion Invested in local Namibian suppliers in 2022

• N$158 million Spent on BEE accredited local suppliers

• N$7.5+ billion Paid in dividends since inception

• N$60,000 Dreamers Project offering N$60,000 for employees to start small businesses

• N$34 million Budget approved annually for housing subsidies for employees

These milestones proudly reflect MTC’s core dedication to serve communication and communities.

Cnr Mosé Tjitendero & Hamutenya Wanahepo Ndadi Street, Olympia, Windhoek +264 61 280 2000 feedback@mtc.com.na www.mtc.com.na

Move at the speed of innovation

The future of business is success, thanks to the power of speed, value, productivity, convenience and efficiency. Facilitated by everything MTC Business has to offer.

Contact us at 13500 (Toll-Free) or mtcbusiness@mtc.com.na

The manufacturing sector is projected to grow by 3.8% in 2024 and 3.4% in 2025. Growth in this sector is to be driven by expected improvements in beverages, leather and related product subsectors.

Namibia’s manufacturing sector is constrained by a small domestic market and is also vulnerable to negative impacts from the primary industries. The industry is mainly concentrated in Windhoek’s Northern, Southern, Prosperita and Lafrenz industrial areas. Beverages, grain and other food products, meat and fish processing, textiles and clothing, packaging and plastics, cosmetics, cleaning materials and pharmaceutical products are among the most important subsectors. There are also light industrial areas in Swakopmund and Walvis Bay.

Despite its small domestic market, Namibia’s access to markets in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) with a population of over 330 million people creates opportunities for the export of locally manufactured products. The country’s strategic location on Africa’s southwestern coastline is complemented by an excellent road infrastructure which is linked to its neighbouring countries by four transport corridors. The Trans-Oranje Corridor links the port of Walvis Bay to the Northern Cape in South Africa, while the Trans-Kalahari Corridor links the port of Walvis Bay to Botswana and South Africa. The Walvis BayNdola-Lubumbashi Development Corridor provides a link from Walvis Bay to Zambia, Zimbabwe and the Democratic Republic of Congo, while the Trans-Cunene Corridor provides access from Walvis Bay to Oshikango in northern Namibia and southern Angola.

To encourage the development of domestic beneficiation, the Namibian cabinet announced in June 2023 the prohibition of the export of certain critical minerals such as unprocessed crushed lithium ore, cobalt, manganese, graphite and rare earth minerals.

DUNDEE PRECIOUS METALS SALE

Dundee Precious Metals (DPM) announced in March 2024 that it had sold its Tsumeb smelter to a subsidiary of the Chinese Sinomine Resource Group for US$49 million (N$910 million), subject to obtaining the required approvals. The company acquired the smelter in 2010 to secure a processing outlet for the complex concentrate produced by its Chelopech

mine in Bulgaria, but with developments in the global smelting market and changes in the quality of the Chelopech concentrate, DPM can place its Chelopech concentrate at several other third-party facilities. The company said the sale was consistent with its strategic objective of focusing on its gold mining assets and simplifying its portfolio going forward.

CONSTRUCTION

After recording negative growth since 2016, the Bank of Namibia (BoN) expects the construction sector to return to growth in 2024. Following a contraction of 0.2% in 2023, the bank projects growth of 11.6% in 2024 before moderating downwards to 5.1% in 2025. According to the BoN, the surge is forecasted to be “fuelled by heightened construction activities within the mining sector, alongside amplified expenditure on government projects and renewed focus on improving the execution rate of the development budget”.

The construction industry is set to get a boost from the planned construction of a 30,000-seat sports stadium and sports village by the developers of Ongos Valley in Windhoek.

The development will include, amongst others, a football field built according to FIFA standards, a hockey field, netball courts and a nine-lane athletics track. The project is expected to be completed in the next 36 months and will host local, regional and international events.

HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS

The Namibian cabinet approved the revised National Housing Policy and Implementation Action Plan in November 2023. The policy aims to provide adequate housing for extremely low-income and low-income households that cannot afford or access the formal housing market.

A total of N$700 million was budgeted in the 2024/25 financial year for the upgrading of informal settlements, land servicing and other programmes to improve access to housing opportunities. During his 2024/25 budget speech, Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi said, “We hope this allocation will fast track the provision of bulk infrastructure in various local authorities to improve access to services, especially in the informal settlements. Accordingly,

additional implementation capacity will be required in this context, including closer collaboration with the private sector. In line with our commitment to improve the living standards and the quality of life of all Namibians, funding to the housing sector will remain a key priority over the medium term, subject to the available resource envelope.”

The National Housing Enterprise (NHE), a state-owned company, has built 18,304 houses since 1993, while the Build Together Programme has built 41,990 houses since its inception in 1992. The country, however, has a backlog of over 300,000 houses and should be constructing 30,000 houses annually.

Construction of the first phase of the Ongos Valley housing project continues, following the granting of a take-over certificate by the City of Windhoek Council in October 2023. The company aims to house a total of 460 families by August 2024.

The multi-billion project, the single largest housing project in the country, was launched in August 2019. A total of 25,000 houses will be built over the next 20 years at the mixed-use, self-contained village. Provision is also made for schools, hospitals, institutions, businesses, malls and other supporting facilities. Situated about 14 km from the Windhoek Central Business District, the access road to Ongos Valley along Eneas Peter Nanyemba Road (formerly Monte Christo Road) is being upgraded into a dual carriageway to improve access at a cost of N$381 million.

VITAL CONTACTS

Namibian Standards Institution (NSI)

37 Feld Street, Windhoek, Namibia Head Office +264 61 386 400 query@nsi.com.na

Metrology Laboratory

205 Gold Street, Prosperita, Windhoek +264 61 386 470 query@nsi.com.na

Meatco Inspection Centre

4466 Langer Heinrich Crescent, Walvis Bay +264 61 306 706 query@nsi.com.na

Construction also continues at Osona Village, south of Okahandja. The mixed-use project includes houses for lower- to middle-income earners, institutional buildings and a light industrial area.

STILL NO NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION COUNCIL

Nearly five years after the Ministry of Works and Transport was directed by the cabinet to “introduce the National Construction Council and ensure that any additional regulations should not hinder the participation of SMEs in the building and construction sector”, the council has failed to materialise.

In a statement on the government’s position towards the policy recommendations made by the High-Level Panel on the Namibian Economy for the 2019 economic summit, the following was pointed out: “Domestic construction companies face substantial challenges competing with foreign companies due to the unlevelled playing field. This is due to the requirements in relation to performance guarantees and collaterals. The other problem relates to the lack of an institution that regulates the construction sector.”

The absence of a statutory body to regulate the construction sector has resulted in over-inflated tenders by briefcase companies without the necessary experience, qualifications or financial resources, as well as incomplete building projects, substandard work and tenders being awarded to foreign competitors.

Walvis Bay Inspection Centre

4466 Langer Heinrich Crescent, New Light Industrial Area, Walvis Bay +264 64 216 650 query@nsi.com.na

Walvis Bay Testing Centre

4466 Langer Heinrich Crescent, New Light Industrial Area, Walvis Bay +264 64 216 600 query@nsi.com.na

Lüderitz Inspection Centre

796 Industrial Area, Lüderitz +264 63 207 650 query@nsi.com.na

“THE MOST INTERESTING BIKES IN THE WORLD”

Photography Credit: Ross Garrett

“Ihave spent the last 15 years of my life chasing the professional cyclist dream in Europe but as my first career has come to an end I’ve been asking myself, what was the point of becoming a pro in the first place? Did it matter? What can I do now? What must I do now?

It would be easy for me not to use my privilege, influence and visibility for good. But if I don’t, why did I gain these things?

Back in 2010 I had an idea. It has taken 12 years to realise, but it is finally happening and it’s time to share it with you.

With the help of Robin Mather, Matthew Sowter, David Mercer, Andres Arregui Velazquez, Tom Sturdy, Columbus, The Bicycles Academy and countless others, we have created a frame-building workshop in my hometown, Omaruru, where Namibians are now building world-class, steel-framed bikes. I was meant to ride one of our bikes at the Tokyo Olympics. We would launch with a bang to a global audience. But Covid didn’t let that happen, so we went back to the drawing board.

Does the world really need another bicycle brand? No. But my hometown, Omaruru, does.

Namibia is a country of talented makers stuck in low-value jobs. Many of them struggle to find work aside from farm labour. Building world-class steel bicycles is a high-value trade that matches the quality of their workmanship.

Onguza’s story is about celebrating Namibian people and culture. The easy thing would have been to talk about nature and wildlife the way most people think about Namibia, but it is far more important and interesting to find inspiration right on the side of the road: Namibia has many beautiful fashion traditions, the food, the cows, goats and chickens, the general stores and even the design of shebeens that are truly the lifeblood of so many small communities here – but also for cyclists passing through.

Our first builders, Petrus Mufenge and Sakaria Nkolo, are building world-class steel-framed bikes on a dusty farm in

Namibia. It’s maybe the last place you’d expect something extraordinary to come from. But we’re doing it. The business is really putting its money where its mouth is and have made Nkolo and Mufenge shareholders in the company. We have already had orders from customers as diverse as New York City and Malawi.

What we are doing is not just assembly. We get specialist steel tubing and machined parts from Italy and California specifically for this kind of bicycle, but then the work starts. Designing geometry, further bending of tubes, hand-mitering and hand-filing all parts for a perfect fit before brazing the parts using brass and silver and working with temperatures of up to 900°C, before continuing with the very tricky task of attaining perfect alignment and beautifully clean welds. It takes a full week to build every single frame, even with four sets of hands in the workshop. All to create bicycle frames good enough for racing at the highest level – or to ride across the continent.

What do you picture when you hear “African bikes”? There is a good chance you are not thinking of a luxury, world-class bike. And you are not alone. We need to change the way people think about goods made in Namibia – and in Africa as a whole. Name a luxury brand from the African continent…? We have our work cut out for us.”

Launched in 2022 by Dan and his partner (and wife) Collyn Ahart, Onguza has already made international headlines across the cycling and sport industry with features on CyclingTips, BikeRadar, UK Sport, Cyclist.co.uk, GearPatrol and many others. Onguza has been dubbed “the most interesting bike in the world” by Bicycling Magazine’s editor-in-chief, Bill Strickland.

Watch Onguza’s incredible video by scanning the QR code. Learn more at www.onguza.com

First published in the December 2023 issue of FlyNamibia Magazine.

Guan’s Packaging

At Guan’s Packaging, we are on a mission to make the packaging world a greener place, one box at a time. Established in 2010, we have become a significant contributor to the corrugated packaging industry, providing high-quality cartons and innovative packaging solutions. Our manufacturing facility, located in Walvis Bay, is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, allowing us to produce a wide range of products, from simple cartons to complex packaging structures.

COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY

Sustainability is at the core of our business philosophy. We recognise the harmful effects of global packaging waste on the environment and are committed to implementing environmentally friendly practices and materials to mitigate these impacts. The demand for packaging is continually increasing, and unsustainable practices such as deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions are posing significant threats to our planet. By adopting sustainable practices, we aim to reduce our environmental impact and improve our reputation with consumers who are increasingly concerned about the environment.

INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS

Innovation is key to our sustainability efforts. We constantly explore new technologies, materials and processes to minimise waste, reduce energy consumption and promote sustainability throughout our manufacturing process. One of our most significant sustainability practices is obtaining the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Chain of Custody certification. This accreditation ensures that the paper we use is sourced from responsibly managed forests, adhering to high environmental, social and economic standards. By choosing FSC-certified products, we contribute to the preservation of forests, biodiversity and the wellbeing of workers and local communities.

ENVIRONMENTAL INITIATIVES

At Guan’s Packaging, we go beyond accreditation to actively reduce our environmental footprint. We installed an exhaust scrubber system, becoming the first in the country to do so. This system removes dangerous pollutants from the exhaust gases produced by our boiler, significantly reducing our negative environmental impact. By stopping the release of harmful emissions into the atmosphere, we are contributing

to air pollution reduction and climate change mitigation, essential for ensuring a sustainable future.

RECOGNITION AND AWARDS

Our commitment to sustainability and excellence has earned us recognition and several awards, including the prestigious SNIEDA award in 2013. We have also received awards for being the Most Environmentally Friendly Manufacturer and Overall Large Manufacturer of the Year at the NMA Awards since 2016. These accolades highlight our dedication to excellence and our valuable contributions to the community, as recognised by local and national ministries and associations.

PROMOTING RECYCLING AND CIRCULAR ECONOMY

In addition to our manufacturing practices, we actively promote recycling and waste reduction in our community. Our social responsibility projects include providing “Bin Boxes” to public events and venues, promoting recycling and fostering a cleaner environment. These boxes are offered free of charge and can be recycled after use, contributing to a sustainable circular economy and creating a cleaner, more sustainable community and nation.

GUIDING PURPOSE AND FUTURE PERSPECTIVE

Our guiding purpose is to set the standard in the manufacturing sector while preserving our culture and values wherever we do business. We are committed to total customer satisfaction, enabling us to adapt and meet our customers’ unique demands. Through continuous development efforts, we aim to maintain our position as a leader in the corrugated industry while ensuring the future growth and development of our business.

At Guan’s Packaging, we offer sustainable and innovative solutions to safeguard both your products and the environment. With a dedication to excellence, sustainability and ongoing improvement, we aim to motivate fellow industry members to unite with us in our mission to ensure a healthier and more sustainable Namibia for generations to come.

Vetkoek Journey

Namib Mills, with their Bakpro brand, launched a SME Development Programme encouraging the community to take part and earn an improved living. The objective is to uplift the community by offering product training, entrepreneurial skills and resources to

Essentra Components

Essentra Components is a global leader in providing essential plastic injection moulded, vinyl dip moulded and metal components. With over 65 years of industry experience, we proudly serve a diverse range of sectors with a vast portfolio of products tailored to meet various industrial needs.

Our commitment to making life easier for our customers drives everything we do. Operating in 29 countries across four continents, Essentra Components offers a seamless experience with 14 manufacturing facilities, 34 distribution centres, as well as 40 sales and service locations. This global presence along with a selection of 45,000 products and over 1 billion parts in stock ready for fast dispatch, ensures we have the components you need, when you need them.

At Essentra, we’re not just about providing parts; we’re about partnering with you to support your projects and sustainability goals. Our environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy is at the core of our operations, guiding us as we develop sustainable solutions and work towards ambitious environmental targets.

With a dedication to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, Essentra Components is your trusted partner in bringing ideas to life. Whether you need standard parts or custom solutions, we’re here to support your success. Explore our extensive range on our website and see how Essentra Components can make your next project hassle-free. +27 (0) 11 314 8750 sales@essentracomponents.co.za www.essentracomponents.co.za

Essentra components extensive experience in design, development, and manufacturing means we are well-equipped to provide you with exceptional guidance and support. We produce a vast range of products including caps and plugs, wire and cable management, flange protection, knobs, handles and grips, access hardware, PCB and electronics hardware.

Trusted by 70% of the world’s leading manufacturers across industries from automotive to electronics, medical to equipment manufacturing, we are your go-to partner for precision components.

August 26 Manufacturing (Pty) Ltd

Empowering businesses with quality corporate wear and personal protective equipment

August 26 Manufacturing (Pty) Ltd stands tall as a beacon of excellence in the Namibian business landscape, specialising in the creation and provision of top-notch corporate wear and essential personal protective equipment (PPE). With a commitment to quality, safety and style, we have carved a niche for ourselves as a trusted partner for businesses across various industries.

In the realm of corporate wear, we offer a diverse range of options tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. From stylish shirts, T-shirts, hats, caps, tracksuits and uniforms that exude professionalism to branded apparel that strengthens brand recognition, our offerings are designed to make a lasting impression. Moreover, our emphasis on quality ensures that every piece not only looks good but also withstands the rigors of daily wear while promoting your brand identity.

When it comes to PPE, we understand the critical role it plays in ensuring workplace safety. That's why we source and manufacture high-quality protective gear that meets industry standards and regulations. Whether it is durable flame-and-acid-resistant one-piece or two-piece overalls, reflective vests, dustcoats, ladies’ dresses, safety helmets, protective eyewear, safety boots, or reliable respiratory masks, we have you covered with products that prioritise safety without compromising comfort.

Our journey began with a vision to revolutionise the way organisations approach branding and safety. August 26 Manufacturing (Pty) Ltd, a 100% wholly owned subsidiary

of August 26 Holding Company (Pty) Ltd, was 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 the other in Okahandja, which focuses on footwear and leather products. We are a company that not only delivers exceptional products but also fosters a culture of innovation, customercentricity, integrity, safety and teamwork.

At the heart of August 26 Manufacturing (Pty) Ltd lies a robust mission: 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. This mission drives every aspect of our operations, from product design to customer service, making us a preferred choice for companies looking to enhance their image and safety standards.

As we look ahead, our vision is to continue leading the market with innovative solutions that empower businesses to thrive. We aim to expand our reach nationally and internationally, cementing our position as a trusted partner for corporate wear and PPE needs. With a focus on sustainability and technological advancements, we are poised to shape the future of workplace safety and branding.

We invite new businesses, partners and clients to connect with us and experience the difference that August 26 Manufacturing (Pty) Ltd can make in enhancing your brand image and ensuring workplace safety. Let us collaborate for a brighter, safer future.

13 Gold Street, Prosperita, Windhoek

+264 61 415 600

info@a26man.com.na www.a26man.com.na

NEO Paints

Seventy-one years of colours, crafted with Namibian pride

Hubert Hesse’s vision took root in 1953 when he established NEO Paints on Bell Street, Windhoek – a legacy that continues to unfold. The company’s first factory, now the NEO Paints factory store, remains a living testament to its humble beginnings. Over seven decades, NEO Paints expanded its footprint with a distribution centre in Walvis Bay and a modern factory and head office in Carin Park, Brakwater. Today, the company paints a colourful narrative as a beacon of Namibian entrepreneurship and commitment to quality.

MADE IN NAMIBIA

NEO Paints takes pride in the fact that each can of paint not only reflects the vibrancy of Namibia but also encapsulates the dedication of its people.

With a commitment to quality, the company sources the highest quality raw materials from local and international suppliers. Upon arrival, their dedicated chemists rigorously test each component, ensuring the perfect paint formula for the Namibian landscape.

In a process that involves over 200 different raw materials, NEO Paints formulates and produces paints ranging from house paint to roadmarking paint, lacquers, varnishes and an array of specialised coatings and preparational products. These products are formulated and tested to withstand the harsh Namibian climate.

Since the inauguration of the NEO Paints Factory in Carin Park just over a year ago, the company has manufactured over 2.8 million litres of paint – that is more than 12,000 litres per day!

MADE BY NAMIBIANS

At the heart of NEO Paints’ success is its Namibian workforce, comprising over 140 individuals across the country. As a 100% Namibian-owned company, NEO Paints empowers its employees through training programmes and initiatives, recognising them as the driving force behind the brand’s success.

The company’s commitment to its workforce extends beyond the factory walls, with initiatives that support local communities and enhance the overall wellbeing of its employees. NEO Paints understands that a thriving workforce is essential for a thriving Namibia.

MADE FOR NAMIBIA

For consumers, choosing NEO Paints is not just a choice of colour; it is a commitment to the growth of Namibia. By supporting local manufacturers like NEO Paints, we contribute to the development of our communities, the empowerment of our workforce and the overall prosperity of our nation. When we reach for a can of NEO Paints, we are not just choosing a colour; we are choosing a future where local industries flourish, communities prosper and Namibia stands tall. When we paint our homes with NEO Paints, we paint a brighter future for Namibia – one brushstroke at a time.

We’re Namibian - just like you12 Bell Street, Southern Industrial, Windhoek +264 61 384 700

Hanna Mupatani Street, Walvis Bay +264 64 204 026

Factory: Carin Park, Brakwater, Windhoek info@neopaints.com www.neopaints.com

ENERGY

The mining industry is one of the main pillars of the country’s economy and accounted for 14.4% of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) in 2023. It is also one of the largest employers in the country and a major contributor to Namibia’s export earnings. The sector grew by 18.9% in 2023.

The Bank of Namibia (BoN) expects the mining and quarrying sector to grow by 3.1% in 2024 and 4.8% in 2025, while the electricity and water sector is expected to contract by 2.5% in 2024 before recovering to growth of 5.5% in 2025.

Furthermore, the BoN has projected growth of only 2.1% for the diamond mining sector in 2024 as a result of unfavourable international prices, caused by the rising demand for synthetic diamonds and subdued global consumer demand for rough diamonds. However, the bank projects that the sector will grow by 5.7% in 2025 and 6.5% in 2026.

Namdeb Holdings produced 2.327 million carats of rough diamonds in 2023, a 9% increase from the 2.137 million carats produced in 2022. Land-based production increased by 14% to 468,000 carats from 412,000 carats in 2022, while Debmarine’s offshore production increased by 8% to 1.859 million carats from 1.725 million carats in 2022.

URANIUM

Namibia’s uranium sector looks promising after the spot price reached US$106 per pound in January 2024, the highest level in more than 16 years, and with the demand expected to continue rising.

The BoN, however, expects the sector’s growth to slow down in 2024 due to continuous water supply constraints and stripping activities at some of the mines.

Australian mining company Paladin Energy resumed commercial production at its Langer Heinrich mine on 30 March 2024 after it was placed on care and maintenance in August 2018. Another Australian mining company, Deep Yellow, plans to begin construction of its Tumas Project in 2026. The project, which is expected to produce 3.6 million pounds of uranium oxide annually, has a life of mine (LOM) of 22 years. Australian-listed uranium development company, Bannerman Energy, was granted a mining licence for its Etango-XT Project by the Ministry of Mines and Energy in December 2023. Several other companies are conducting exploration projects for uranium.

METAL ORES

The metal ores subsector is projected to contract by 3.5% in 2024 and 0.6% in 2025. The BoN attributes the expected contraction to the depletion of ores from the gold subsector.

Trigon Metals successfully restarted mining operations at the Kombat open pit in May 2023 and undertook its first underground blast at the Asis West shaft on 1 February 2024. The company projects its copper metal production to range between 5,500 tonnes and 6,100 tonnes during 2025.

Namibia’s two operating gold mines, B2Gold and Navachab, produced 6,448 kg and 3,312 kg of gold bullion respectively in 2023, while the country’s third mine at Twin Hills is projected to start mining in early 2026.

Yintai Gold has bought Canadian gold exploration company Osino Resources’ Twin Hills Project for US$272.5 million (N$5.1 billion), subject to obtaining the necessary approval. The open-pit Twin Hills mine will have a 13-year LOM and an average annual production of over 162,000 ounces a year.

B2Gold’s Otjikoto open-pit operations are being ramped down throughout 2024 and the mine will be closed in 2025 while underground operations at Wolfshag will continue until 2026. Exploration results have indicated the potential of extending underground production at Wolfshag beyond 2026 and the company has also obtained positive exploration drilling results of a new area about 3 km south of the open-pit Otjikoto mine.

BAN ON EXPORT OF RAW MATERIAL

The Namibian cabinet approved a ban on the export of critical minerals such as unprocessed crushed lithium ore, cobalt, manganese, graphite and rare earth elements in June 2023. In response to the ban, the Chamber of Mines of Namibia (CoM) stated in a news release that it supported the decision as the chamber deemed it necessary for the government to control and regulate the export of unprocessed critical minerals to support job creation, value addition and maximum value extraction from mining.

FRASER INSTITUTE RANKINGS

Namibia was ranked 42nd out of 86 jurisdictions on the overall Investment Attractiveness Index (IAI) of the Fraser Institute’s 2023 survey of mining companies, compared to 38th out of 62 jurisdictions in 2022. In Africa, Namibia ranked fourth out of 22 jurisdictions surveyed on the continent, compared to sixth out of 16 jurisdictions surveyed in 2022.

In its response to the index ranking, the CoM stated, “While we can be proud that Namibia is still one of Africa’s more favourable destinations, ranking fourth, it is concerning to note that our score has deteriorated by three points on the absolute score and also on our global rankings. This shows that Namibia can do better with regards to mining policy and regulatory matters.”

THE SEARCH FOR OIL

International oil companies are expanding their search for commercially viable oil in the Orange Basin and are investing billions of Namibian dollars in exploration and appraisal activities, following the discovery of light oil and gas by TotalEnergies and Shell in early 2022. TotalEnergies will spend about 30% of its US$1 billion exploration and appraisal budget for 2024 in Namibia and could begin production of between 150,000 to 180,000 barrels a day at its Venus oil field in 2029/30.

Portuguese oil and gas company, Galp Energia, will spend more than N$3 billion on its Mopane prospect which the company projects could hold up to 10 billion barrels of oil. American oil major Chevron plans to drill five exploration wells and five appraisal wells in the last quarter of 2024.

POWER FOR THE PEOPLE

The two planned renewable energy power projects owned and operated by NamPower will generate an additional 110 MW when they are commissioned. The 70 MW photovoltaic project at Rosh Pinah is scheduled for completion in 2025, while the 40 MW Otjikoto Biomass Project, 15 km west of Tsumeb, is projected to be completed in 2026. The power station will use encroacher bush biomass woodchips as the fuel source. The Anixas II Power Station at Walvis Bay will generate 54 MW of electricity when it is commissioned during the latter half of 2024. Namibia’s first battery storage system, the 54 MW / 54 MWh Omburu BESS Project, is expected to come online in the second half of 2025. It will store renewable energy for later use, such as during peak times.

GREEN HYDROGEN

Through its partnership with the European Union and the Global Gateway initiative, the Namibian government has obtained donor and concessional funding of more than €540 million (N$11 billion) from Invest International and the European Investment Bank to finance the development of the green hydrogen industry and to fund its equity participation in the Hyphen Hydrogen Energy Project.

The government has been offered a 24% stake in the project, which is being developed by Hyphen Hydrogen Energy in the Tsau //Khaeb National Park in southern Namibia. The company targets the annual production of 1 million tonnes of green ammonia by 2027 and 2 million tonnes of green ammonia by 2029. The project has been estimated to cost N$170 billion.

MINING AND ENERGY AT A GLANCE

• Namibia produces more than 100 minerals, including diamonds, uranium, lead, zinc, marble, lithium and gemstones

• Gold and uranium were the top-performing mineral commodities in 2023

• Namibia, the world’s third-largest producer of uranium, accounted for 12% of the global production in 2023

• Number of mines: 26 plus numerous small-scale operations

• Contribution of mining to GDP: 14.4% (2023)

• Number of people directly employed by the mining industry in 2023: 18,189

VITAL CONTACTS

The Chamber of Mines of Namibia (CoM) P O Box 2895, Windhoek +264 61 237 925 info@chamberofmines. org.na www.chamberofmines. org.na Contact CoM for a list of mining companies in Namibia

Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (CREEE) Private Bag 13388, Windhoek +264 61 207 2154 nei@nust.na www.nei.nust.na

Diamond Board of Namibia

Private Bag 13927, Windhoek +264 61 284 8249 www.diamondsnamibia. com

Electricity Control Board (ECB)

P O Box 2923, Windhoek +264 61 374 300 info@ecb.org.na www.ecb.org.na

Minerals Development Fund of Namibia

Private Bag 13297, Windhoek +264 61 284 8263 / 380 www.mme.gov.na

Namibian Uranium Association

P O Box 2747, Swakopmund +264 64 402 393 info@namibianuranium. org www.namibianuranium. org

Namibia Diamond Trading Company (NDTC) P O Box 23316, Windhoek +264 61 204 3222 www.ndtc.com.na

Namibia Meteorological Service

Private Bag 13224, Windhoek +264 61 287 7001 namibiaweather@gmail. com www.meteona.com

Regional Electricity Regulators Association of Southern Africa (RERA)

P O Box 2302, Windhoek +264 61 221 720 secretariat@rerasadc. com www.rerasadc.com

Women in Mining Association of Namibia (WiMAN) P O Box 2895, Windhoek +264 81 237 8514

FROM DIAMONDS TO GREEN HYDROGEN

Namibia's bold leap into sustainable development

Namibia’s economic narrative is significantly shaped by its mining and energy sectors – industries that not only contribute substantially to the nation’s GDP but also embody the spirit of innovation and resilience. As we explore these sectors, we uncover a story of robust growth, pioneering discoveries and a steadfast commitment to sustainable development that positions Namibia as a leader in both the African continent and the global arena.

The mining sector, a cornerstone of the Namibian economy, has seen remarkable growth, particularly in diamond production. This boom is attributed to the operational success of the MV Benguela Gem mining vessel and increased efficiency in land-based operations. Such advancements underscore Namibia’s position as a global leader in diamond mining, with Debmarine Namibia’s production soaring by 52% in 2022. This sector’s continuing anticipated growth reflects the ongoing momentum and the country’s adeptness in leveraging its natural resources.

Despite facing challenges such as interruptions in the desalinated water supply, the uranium sector is on a path to recovery with a projected growth of 4.5% in 2023. The anticipated restart of Paladin Energy’s Langer Heinrich mine signifies a rejuvenation of uranium mining in Namibia, fueled by rising uranium prices and a renewed interest in nuclear energy globally.

The exploration for lithium and other rare earth minerals is set to transform Namibia’s mining landscape further. With the global demand for lithium-ion batteries on the rise, Namibia is poised to become a key player in supplying critical materials for the green energy transition. The initiation of lithium concentrate production at Andrada Mining’s Nai-Nais mine and new discoveries by Osino Resources highlight Namibia’s potential to contribute significantly to the global supply chain of these essential minerals.

Namibia’s ascent in the Fraser Institute’s Investment Attractiveness Index is a testament to its improving regulatory environment and potential mineral wealth. This enhanced ranking not only attracts international investment but also reinforces the country’s commitment to fostering a competitive and sustainable mining sector.

Transitioning to energy, Namibia is making significant strides in reducing its reliance on imported electricity through the development of renewable energy sources. With independent power producers contributing 9% of the total electricity output and the inauguration of the Omburu solar plant, Namibia is laying the groundwork for a sustainable and selfsufficient energy future. The exploration of green hydrogen, marked by the signing of the Feasibility and Implementation Agreement with Hyphen Hydrogen Energy, positions Namibia at the forefront of the global green energy transition, promising economic diversification and environmental sustainability.

The exploration for offshore oil in the Orange Basin by TotalEnergies and Shell further diversifies Namibia’s energy portfolio. The potential discovery of approximately 6.5 billion barrels of oil could significantly enhance the country’s revenue from royalties and taxes, although the production timeline remains cautious.

Namibia’s mining and energy sectors are emblematic of a nation that is not only richly endowed with natural resources but also committed to harnessing these assets responsibly and innovatively. Through strategic investments, environmental stewardship and a focus on sustainable development, Namibia is carving a niche for itself as a model of economic resilience and environmental sustainability on the African continent and beyond. As these sectors continue to evolve, they promise to fuel Namibia’s economic growth, create employment opportunities and contribute to the global shift towards cleaner energy sources, solidifying the country’s role as a pivotal player in the global economic and environmental landscape.

First published in the March 2024 issue of FlyNamibia Magazine.

Debmarine

OUR COMMUNITIES

We work with our stakeholders to ensure that communities thrive, sustainably, through enabling quality healthcare and education.

At Namdeb, we are about more than mining. We are about mining for good.

Namdeb

Pioneering a sustainable and prosperous future for Namibia

A DIAMOND LEGACY IN NAMIBIA

Namdeb, a proud subsidiary of Namdeb Holdings (Pty) Ltd, is a shining example of a successful 50/50 joint venture between the Namibian Government and De Beers. With a rich history in diamond exploration and mining, Namdeb’s operations are primarily based in Namibia’s //Karas Region, along the picturesque southwest coast and inland areas. The heart of Namdeb’s land-based operations is in Oranjemund, with additional satellite mines along the Orange River, making it a cornerstone of the local economy and a major player in the global diamond industry.

BUILDING A PROSPEROUS NAMIBIA

Guided by its purpose of “Mining for Good”, Namdeb is committed to creating a brighter future for Namibia. In line with its core values, Namdeb launched a Long-Term Plan in October 2021, extending the Life of Mine to 2042. This strategic move not only solidifies Namdeb’s role as a vital contributor to Namibia’s economy but also safeguards approximately 2,500 jobs, ensuring continued tax revenues and economic stability. As Namdeb ramps up production, the positive impact on socioeconomic development will be felt far beyond Oranjemund, benefiting communities across the //Karas Region and Namibia at large.

ADVANCING EQUITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Namdeb is at the forefront of promoting equity, diversity and inclusion (ED&I) within the mining industry. With 34% of its workforce hailing from the //Karas Region and a remarkable 20% female representation, Namdeb is setting new standards in an industry traditionally dominated by men. The company’s Workplace Learner development programmes are designed to nurture young professionals, providing them with invaluable industry-related experience. Namdeb’s commitment to ED&I extends to fostering a psychologically safe environment and addressing critical social issues such as gender-based violence with initiatives that reach both employees and the wider community.

PROTECTING AND PRESERVING NAMIBIA’S NATURAL HERITAGE

Namdeb’s operations are uniquely situated within the Tsau //Khaeb (Sperrgebiet) National Park, adjacent to the Orange River and Namibian Islands Marine Protected Area. With a deep respect for Namibia’s natural beauty, Namdeb has implemented a comprehensive rehabilitation programme to address a century-long legacy of mining in the park. Aligned with the park’s Land Use Plan, this programme focuses on the rehabilitation of mining areas, nature conservation and the preservation of historical ecological sites. Namdeb’s Environmental Management Plans are rooted in sustainability principles, supporting global efforts to reduce environmental impacts and mitigate climate change risks.

PIONEERING CARBON NEUTRALITY AND GREEN ENERGY

As part of its commitment to sustainability, Namdeb is on a journey to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030. The company is actively exploring alternative green fuel solutions, including wind and solar power, to reduce carbon emissions across its operations. These initiatives are part of Namdeb’s broader strategy to align with international decarbonisation efforts and contribute to a more sustainable future for Namibia.

EMPOWERING ORANJEMUND: FROM MINING TOWN TO SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITY

Founded in 1936 to support diamond mining, Oranjemund has a rich history intertwined with Namdeb’s legacy. Declared an open town in 2017, Oranjemund is evolving from a company-owned mining town to a vibrant, self-sustaining community with a diversified economy. Namdeb continues to play a pivotal role in this transformation, ensuring that Oranjemund will thrive long after the diamonds are gone.

NamPower

OUR PROJECTS

OMBURU BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM (BESS) PROJECT

NamPower is on course to enhance national grid stability and reliability by developing a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Omburu Substation, situated approximately 12 km southeast of Omaruru in the Erongo Region. The Omburu BESS, with a capacity of 54 MW / 54 MWh, is funded by a €20 million (approx. N$400 million) grant from KfW Development Bank. In support of the project, NamPower has allocated approximately N$100 million for the construction of the transmission interconnection, technical advisory, project management and an owner’s engineer.

The project is currently in the execution phase following the signing of the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract with the successful bidder, Shandong Electrical Engineering & Equipment Group Co. Ltd and Zhejiang Narada Power Source Co. Ltd, also known as SDEE&NARADAJV, on 13 December 2023, and is anticipated to reach its commercial operation date (COD) by the third quarter of 2025. Upon commissioning, the Omburu BESS will provide the following minimum services:

1. Energy shifting

The Omburu BESS will enable NamPower to cost-effectively manage the energy demand and supply by charging it during periods of low electricity prices (off-peak times) and discharging it during periods of high electricity prices (peak times). This will lead to significant economic benefits for NamPower, and in turn the consumers, by reducing the reliance on expensive peaking plants and imports.

2. Provision of emergency energy

The Omburu BESS will alleviate the challenges posed by under-forecasting of the energy generation, especially from renewable energy sources, which currently leads to sourcing of expensive emergency energy from the Southern Africa Power Pool (SAPP). By offering a rapid and responsive energy

supply, the Omburu BESS will play a pivotal role by mitigating the impact of under-forecasting. Therefore, NamPower will be able to immediately address the gap between the actual and forecasted generation.

3. Ancillary services

The Omburu BESS will be used to facilitate, support and preserve power quality in the electricity grid by providing ancillary services such as reactive power control, voltage control and ramp rate control. It will also have the functionality to perform frequency response and regulation, a service currently provided by Eskom.

4. Reduction of CO2 emissions

Most importantly, the Omburu BESS will significantly contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by enabling the integration of renewable energy sources and reducing the utilisation of peaking thermal plants (such as Anixas Power Station) and imports during peak times which are predominantly supplied by coal-fired power stations. The project will therefore play a pivotal role in transitioning towards low-carbon and environmentally sustainable energy systems.

Additionally, the Omburu BESS Project signifies major technological advancement for the region. It will generate employment opportunities during the construction and operational phases, while enhancing local expertise in advanced energy storage technologies. This transfer of knowledge is crucial, positioning Namibia as a leader in renewable energy innovations in Southern Africa and Africa at large.

OTJIKOTO BIOMASS POWER STATION (OBPS) PROJECT

Namibia faces the challenge that its open savannah, characterised by a mixture of trees, bushes and extensive grass plains, is increasingly changing into a dense bushy landscape by the intrusion and intensification of aggressive and undesirable wooden plant growth more commonly known as bush encroachment. Bush encroachment affects

more than 26 million hectares of land in Namibia. This imbalance in the proportion of grassland to bush leads to a deteriorating biodiversity, a low carrying capacity of the farmland and a decrease in the underground water recharge of Namibia’s aquifers.

However, the abundance of encroacher bush and the national electricity shortfall create an economic opportunity for bush-to-electricity generation. Electricity generation and the harvesting of encroacher bush are both listed activities that fall in line with national development goals such as the National Integrated Resource Plan (NIRP), the fifth National Development Plan (NDP5) and the National Strategy on the Sustainable Management of Bush Resources.

It is against this background that NamPower will construct and operate the Otjikoto Biomass Power Station (OBPS), which will generate electricity through the combustion of woodchips from encroacher bush, which is harvested from the surrounding areas of the proposed project site.

The OBPS will be situated on the outskirts of Tsumeb with a capacity of 40 MW, producing baseload power by generating up to 300 GWh of electrical energy annually. The project is funded by the Agence Française de Développement (AFD) with a loan of up to €100 million, the Namibian government with N$400 million, the Mitigation Action Facility (MAF) with a grant of €21 million towards the capital of the project and €4 million towards capacity building. The French Facility for Global Environment (FFEM) has provided a further €3 million towards environmental research and pilot programmes to extend the social benefits of the project. The OBPS Project is entering the execution phase following the signing of the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contract with Dongfang Electric International Co. Ltd, as well the signing of fuel supply agreements (FSAs) with four local fuel suppliers on 24 May 2024. The OBPS is anticipated to achieve commercial operation by the second quarter of 2027.

A macro-economic assessment concluded that the project has significant positive and long-term macro- and microeconomic benefits which are mostly accrued to the greater Namibian economy in addition to the electricity sector. These benefits include the following:

• The project will provide baseload power, reducing the reliance on imported electricity during peak and evening hours.

• The project will operate at its highest capacity factor during the low season when output from Raucana is reduced.

• The project will provide ancillary services to our electricity grid, aiding the integration of more intermittent renewable energy sources.

• A total of 300 jobs will be created during construction, 62 employees will be required to operate the power station and induced employment will provide a further 1,500 jobs throughout the project life, mainly through the harvesting activities and other economic spinoffs.

• The project will assist government to combat the bush encroachment problem, which is affecting 26 million hectares of land in the country.

• The project will result in a minimum of 15,000 hectares of restored rangeland per year by creating a local demand for encroacher bush which ordinarily would be considered an expense for farmers.

• The project will result in NamPower injecting N$200245 million into the Oshikoto and Otjozondjupa regions annually for the procurement of woodchips from local farmers and contractors.

• Through the MAF and FFEM grant funds, NamPower will provide support and capacity building to local farmers and SMEs under the ad hoc supply strategy.

Namibia Power Corporation (Proprietary) Limited

NamPower Centre 15 Luther Street, Windhoek P O Box 2864, Windhoek

+264 61 205 4111

register@nampower.com.na www.nampower.com.na

Cleanergy Solutions Namibia

Namibia is on the cusp of becoming a green hydrogen production hub, thanks to its abundant renewable energy resources.

Cleanergy Solutions Namibia, a powerful partnership between the Ohlthaver & List Group (O&L) and CMB.TECH, is leading the charge in driving this transformation.

As a truly African company employing more than 5,000 people, the Ohlthaver & List Group is rooted in, and has been committed to Namibia and its people since 1919. With its headquarters in Windhoek, the Group has business dealings that stretch across Africa and Europe. As Namibia’s largest privately owned group of companies, O&L is active in diverse sectors including food and beverage production, fishing, farming, retail, IT, property management, renewable energy, engineering, marketing and advertising, corporate event management and hospitality and leisure. In being truly authentic, caring and passionate, the Ohlthaver & List Group is relentless in the pursuit of a sustainable future for all.

CMB.TECH is a global shipping and cleantech company that develops, builds, owns and operates large marine and industrial applications that can run on hydrogen or ammonia. CMB.TECH also offers hydrogen and ammonia fuel to its

customers, either through own production or third-party producers. They introduced the world’s first multimodal hydrogen refuelling station in Belgium in 2019 for trucks, cars, trailers and ships.

Cleanergy Solutions Namibia’s mission is to lead Namibia’s green energy transformation by becoming the foremost producer of green hydrogen, reducing carbon emissions and driving economic growth. Leveraging our strategic partnership – the expertise in renewable energy of O&L and the extensive knowledge in hydrogen and ammonia of CMB. TECH, we are dedicated to pioneering sustainable solutions that will generate significant, measurable value for our nation and its people.

Cleanergy Solutions Namibia envisions a future, within the next decade, where Namibia stands as a global leader in clean energy innovation, with green hydrogen production at its core. Namibia’s clean energy landscape will be characterised by state-of-the-art facilities, widespread carbon emissions reduction and robust economic prosperity, driven by our commitment to excellence, innovation, and strategic partnerships. This transformation will not only empower Namibians but also inspire the world to accelerate its transition towards sustainable energy sources.

7th Floor, South Block, 23-33 Fidel Castro Street, Windhoek Unit 2, Bogey Close Street, Faiways Estate, Walvis Bay +264 61 207 5111 www.cleanergynamibia.com

OSHAKATI PREMIER ELECTRIC

Oshakati Premier Electric

CORE BUSINESS

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.

Hanekom Manager: Technical Services

Nelson T Sheya Chief

Executive Officer

Bennodictus Sheehama Executive Manager: Finance and Corporate Services

OSHAKATI PREMIER ELECTRIC

BUSINESS

OSHAKATI PREMIER ELECTRIC

OSHAKATI PREMIER ELECTRIC

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.

EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT

EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT

EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT

EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT

Electric (Pty) Ltd (OPE) is an industry-leading distribution and supply company operating within the borders Namibia. The mandate of OPE is to conduct the business of distribution and supply of electricity, electrical and other related activities throughout Oshakati. In support, the company tends to operations and ensures upgrading and expansion of the electrical system towards a sustainable dependable power supply. In addition, maintains and operate the street lighting and traffic lighting installations in town to ensure improved safety and

through effective and efficient service, is to provide our community with affordable and reliable electricity, with the our stakeholders’ expectations, care for our employees, ensure innovation, diversify our growth and expand thereby becoming the preferred electrical services provider in all the areas where we operate.

electricity supply environment, OPE is committed to realising alternative generation solutions based on technologies and is already in advanced stages of implemeting a 5 MWac Solar PV generation installation.

Leon P Hanekom

Leon P Hanekom Executive Manager: Technical Services

Leon P Hanekom

Executive Manager: Technical Services

Leon P Hanekom Executive Manager: Technical Services

CORE BUSINESS

CORE BUSINESS

CORE BUSINESS

Nelson T Sheya Chief Executive Officer

Nelson T Sheya Chief Executive Officer and Corporate Services

Nelson T Sheya Chief Executive Officer

Executive Manager: Technical Services and Corporate Services

Bennodictus Sheehama Executive Manager: Finance and Corporate Services

Bennodictus Sheehama 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.

Erf 3175, Immanuel Shifidi Street, Oshakati P O Box 1594, Oshakati +264 65 220 229 www.ope.com.na

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

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.

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.

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.

Shifidi Street, Oshakati, Namibia Oshakati, Namibia

Namibia’s tourism industry contributed 6.9% to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) in 2022, while direct employment accounted for close to 8% of the country’s workforce. The industry continues to show positive signs of growth towards returning to pre-Covid levels.

ON THE ROAD TO RECOVERY

According to the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism’s Tourist Statistical Report for 2023, the number of international visitor arrivals increased from 461,027 in 2022 to 863,872 in 2023 – an increase of 87.4%. The arrival figures for 2023 are 46% below the pre-pandemic levels of 2019.

Visitors from Africa accounted for 24% of arrivals. South Africa was the main source market for tourists from Africa, followed by Angola, Zambia and Botswana. Europe accounted for 21.5% of arrivals, with Germany being the main source market. Other countries in the top ten source markets included the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, France and the United States of America. Tourist stays ranged from four to seven nights or eight to 14 nights with an average of 14 nights.

HOSPITALITY ASSOCIATION OF NAMIBIA

Statistics released by the Hospitality Association of Namibia (HAN) show that although room sales in 2023 ended up just under 2% lower than in 2019, the average bed occupancy was over 1% higher than in 2019. Leisure travel accounted for just under 90% in 2023 compared to just under 84% in 2019. The number of Namibian visitors at tourism establishments dropped slightly in 2023 from 26% to just over 22.7%, while the number of visitors from South Africa decreased by just under 1% to 7.12% in 2023. The number of visitors from German-speaking countries (Germany, Austria and Switzerland) increased from just under 30% in 2019 to 34% of total guests. The French and Italian markets grew by 1.5% each, while the United States market accounted for 4.12% in accommodation establishments in 2023. Visitors from the United Kingdom and Ireland made up over 3.6% of guests in accommodation establishments.

HAN’s chief executive officer, Gitta Paetzold, said: “It would seem as though these occupancy indicators, while reflective of tourist movement into Namibia, may not include the visibly high increase in self-drive and camping tourism in Namibia, while the occupancy figures also do not reflect the healthy

growth in tourism revenue through especially the growing high-end tourism segment gaining popularity in Namibia.

“The international trends for 2024 include even more demand for the high-end, high-quality tourism, and it is encouraging to see the development of many such new properties offering this service in Namibia. Furthermore, global operators predict that camping will go premium, with an increasing demand for camping travel across the globe, a market also well served by Namibia. Furthermore, sustainable and family travel is in demand,” she added.

TOURISM SATELLITE ACCOUNT

The sixth edition of Namibia’s Tourism Satellite Account Report for 2022, which measures the direct economic contribution of tourism to Namibia’s economy, was launched in February 2024. According to the report, inbound tourism generated approximately N$12.4 billion in 2022, while domestic tourism generated approximately N$12.6 billion. Outbound visitors’ expenditure was estimated to be about N$2.6 billion.

The report states that close to 57,600 people were directly employed by tourism-related industries in 2022, representing 7.9% of total employment in the country. Accommodation services for visitors provided the highest direct employment, with a contribution of 49.2%, whereas food and beverage services contributed 30.4%. Tourism’s direct contribution to informal employment was estimated at 63.9% of total tourism employment, while the number of tourism-related establishments was estimated at approximately 17,082, accounting for about 28% of all establishments.

NEW VISA REGIME

Visitors from countries that have not reciprocated Namibia’s visa exemption policy will be required to obtain visas on arrival or apply online for visas as from 1 April 2025. The cost of a visa for visitors from African Union countries affected by the decision will be N$1,200, while visitors from other affected countries will be charged N$1,600.

Among the 31 affected countries are Namibia’s main tourist source markets, namely Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, France, the Netherlands and Italy. Other European countries affected by the decision include Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Ireland, Lichtenstein, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Spain and Sweden. Nationals of Canada, Japan and the United States of America will also be required to apply for visas.

The decision was taken by the cabinet despite the concern expressed by various private-sector parties about the possible negative impact of the new visa regulations on the country’s tourism industry.

ETOSHA UPGRADES

The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT) has allocated N$40 million for the construction of three new entrance gates and the upgrading of sanitation facilities at Namibia’s flagship Etosha National Park. New entrance gates will be built at Von Lindequist in the east, Andersson in the south and King Nehale in the north of the park, while the facilities at eight current sanitation facilities will be converted to comfort stops. Facilities will include toilets, picnic areas, information displays and viewing platforms. The work is expected to be completed by July 2025.

Another welcome development is the announcement that the government has taken a decision to upgrade 229 km of gravel roads in Etosha to low-volume sealed roads, with financial assistance of N$160 million by the Road Fund Administration (RFA) over the next five years. Construction of the main road from Okaukuejo to Halali and Namutoni and then to the King Nehale gate was expected to begin in 2024.

NEW TOURISM CONCESSIONS

The MEFT has awarded a 25-year concession for a shuttle service from the two-wheel drive parking area in Sossusvlei to a private company. The company will also operate a small kiosk at the parking area, develop and operate a campsite at Arbeit Adelt and have the right to conduct guided hiking trails in the Arbeit Adelt concession area.

The ministry has also awarded concessions for the construction of lodges and the operation of facilities in the Buffalo Core Area of the Bwabwata National Park, as well as in the Mahango Core Area. It also invited tenders for a tourism management concession for Sandwich Harbour, south of Walvis Bay. The concessionaire will have the right to have a staffed entrance gate, maintain ablution facilities, operate a shuttle service to Sandwich Harbour for self-drive tourists, construct a non-permanent structure at the entrance gate and to charge a minimal fee for users.

TRAVEL AND TOURISM DEVELOPMENT INDEX

Namibia was ranked 95th out of 119 countries on the World Economic Forum’s Travel & Tourism Index for 2024 with an overall score of 3.45 out of seven. The index measures factors and policies in 17 categories or pillars on a score of one (lowest) to seven (highest).

Namibia was ranked third in Southern Africa after South Africa (55) and Botswana (75) and seventh among 19 sub-Saharan Africa countries. Namibia achieved the highest rankings for price competitiveness (5.55), safety and security (5.14) and environmental sustainability (4.70).

TOURISM AT A GLANCE

• Namibia is one of the top tourist destinations in Africa

• The tourism sector contributed 6.9% to Namibia’s GDP in 2022

• The close to 57,600 people employed directly in the sector represent 7.9% of the country’s total 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 Sea

Another welcome development is the announcement that the government has taken a decision to upgrade 229 km of gravel roads in Etosha to low-volume sealed roads, with financial assistance of N$160 million by the Road Fund Administration (RFA) over the next five years.

Vital Contacts

Car Rental Association of Namibia (CARAN) P O Box 80368, Windhoek +264 81 417 3797 info@caran.com.na www.caran.com.na

Directorate of Parks and Wildlife Management Private Bag 13306, Windhoek +264 61 282 4211 www.meft.gov.na

Environmental Investment Fund of Namibia (EIF)

P O Box 28157, Windhoek +264 61 431 7700 info@eifnamibia.org.na www.eif.org.na

Federation of Namibian Tourism Associations (FENATA) P O Box 86495, Windhoek +264 61 230 337 welcome@fenata.org www.fenata.org

Chairman: Martin Webb-Bowen (TASA - Ultimate Safaris) Email: martin@ultimatesafaris.na

Vice Chairman: Kenneth Kapitako Nependa (Sandwich Dune Tours & Safaris) Email: kenneth@sandwichdunetours.com.na

Secretary: Janet Wilson Moore (Gondwana Collection Namibia) Email: janet.wilson-moore@gcnam.com

Treasurer: Howard Sievertsen (Namibia Car Rentals) Email: howard@namibiacarrental.com

Hospitality Association of Namibia (HAN)

P O Box 86078, Windhoek +264 61 222 904 info@hannamibia.com www.hannamibia.com

Namibia Community Based Tourism Association (NACOBTA) P O Box 86099, Windhoek +264 61 221 918 office@nacobta.com.na

Namibian Chamber of Environment (NCE) P O Box 40723, Windhoek +264 61 240 140 +264 81 162 5807 info@n-c-e.org www.n-c-e.org

Namibia Professional Hunting Association (NAPHA) P O Box 11291, Windhoek +264 61 234 455 info@napha.com.na www.napha-namibia.com

Namibia Wildlife Resorts Private Bag 13378, Windhoek +264 61 285 7111 www.nwr.com.na

Windhoek Reservations Office +264 61 285 7200 reservations@nwr.com.na

Meetings Incentive Conferences and Events & Tour Planning +264 61 285 7108 / 67 / 69 / 88 mice@nwr.com.na

Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism: Directorate of Environmental Affairs Private Bag 13306, Windhoek +264 61 254 2840 www.meft.gov.na

Tour and Safari Association of Namibia (TASA) P O Box 11534, Windhoek +264 61 238 423 info@tasa.na www.tasa.na

Namibia Tourism Board

Doing what truly matters drives Namibia to be the ultimate destination

For over 21 years, the Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) has been a key player in promoting and developing the tourism industry in Namibia. Established by the Namibia Tourism Board Act (No. 21 of 2000), the board plays a crucial role in overseeing the registration and grading of accommodation establishments, as well as in the declaration of various sectors within the tourism industry.

Through its efforts, the board strives to enhance the country’s tourism sector, making it a desirable and sought-after destination for travellers from around the world. With a focus on “doing what truly matters”, such as the preservation of Namibia’s natural beauty, cultural heritage and sustainable tourism practices, the board is dedicated to showcase all that Namibia has to offer.

From the stunning landscapes of the Namib Desert to the diverse wildlife of Etosha National Park, Namibia is a country rich in natural wonders and cultural experiences. The NTB plays a vital role in ensuring that these attractions are protected, promoted and enjoyed by visitors while also benefiting local communities and economies.

In essence, the NTB is committed to making Namibia the ultimate destination – a place where travellers can immerse themselves in breathtaking scenery, encounter unique wildlife and experience the warmth and hospitality of the Namibian people. Through its dedication and efforts, the NTB continues to drive Namibia’s tourism industry forward, ensuring that this extraordinary country becomes a top choice for travellers seeking adventure, beauty and unforgettable experiences.

THE NAMIBIA TOURISM BOARD EXECUTIVE TEAM

BOARD MEMBERS

EXCO MEMBERS

Charmaine Matheus Acting CEO

We are excited to share our new mission, vision and core values.

MISSION

The mission statement of the NTB is:

To promote tourism in collaboration with our stakeholders with the view to encourage people to travel to and within Namibia.

VISION

The vision statement of the NTB is:

To become a preferred tourist destination in the world by 2029.

CORE VALUES

The core values of the NTB are:

Professionalism: We strive to create a positive work environment that builds customer trust and enhance our reputation.

Accountability: We are answerable for all our actions, behaviours and performances.

Customer service: We prioritise our customer concerns and needs and provide exceptional customer experience.

Innovation: We exploit new ideas of doing business to gain a competitive advantage.

Safety: We are actively caring for our tourists and aim toward zero incidents.

These core values of the NTB are the principles that guide management and staff members in their day-to-day activities and relationships.

Nesley

Head: Finance & IT

Head Office: Cnr Haddy Street & Sam Nujoma Drive, Private Bag 13244, Windhoek | +264 61 290 6000 info@namibiatourism.com.na | www.visitnamibia.com.na Europe Office: 77 Kaiser Street, 60329 Frankfurt, Germany |

| info@namibia-tourism.com | www.visitnamibia.com.na

Mr Ally Karaerua Board Member

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Mr Efraim Nkoshi Board Member

Ms Maggy Mbako Board Member

Mr Olavi Hamwele Acting Chairperson

Ms Nguvitita Zatjirua Board Member

Ms Rachel Nathaniel-Kock Board Member

Journeys Namibia

The only way to Journey Namibia...

Journeys 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:

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.

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.

Please refer to our website www.ondudusl.com to book your night in our treehouse.

Ondili Lodges & Activities Namibia

Ondili has made nature conservation its core philosophy. Their approach emphasises that nature is the most crucial asset to protect. They aim to be active participants in conservation rather than just advocates. Every dollar Ondili earns goes into developing nature reserves, with the ultimate goal of funding conservation efforts through tourism. Guests at Ondili Lodges contribute to preserving nature, saving water and protecting wildlife. Responsible tourism at Ondili helps local communities appreciate their natural surroundings, securing their livelihoods.

TI MELEN BOUTIQUE GUESTHOUSE

Located in the peaceful Avis suburb on the outskirts of Windhoek, Ti Melen Boutique Guesthouse offers stunning mountain views. The guesthouse features a large garden, pool and shaded seating areas, providing a relaxing retreat. The contemporary interior design incorporates African elements, and the spacious architecture is inspired by the colonial era.

DESERT HOMESTEAD LODGE

Desert Homestead Lodge combines leisurely comfort with panoramic views, a large shaded deck area with two pools, and sophisticated cuisine. The architecture reflects a modern interpretation of a stud farm, with equestrian-themed furnishings in the main building. The lodge has 27 chalets and a family chalet, designed to resemble a thatched horse farm, offering a rustic, cozy atmosphere.

NAMIB OUTPOST

Situated away from main roads, Namib Outpost offers views of the Namib-Naukluft National Park, including famous sites like Sossusvlei and Deadvlei. The lodge provides a relaxed, natural atmosphere, with opportunities to observe wildlife on the desert plains. Guests can enjoy excursions to Sossusvlei, horseback safaris, sundowner drives, hikes and massages at the massage lounge.

HOHENSTEIN LODGE

Hohenstein Lodge is located at the base of the highest peak in the Erongo Mountains. Spectacular sunsets bathe the mountain in red light, and the view extends to the Spitzkoppe peak. The lodge offers 14 spacious rooms, each with a shaded terrace, and a superior room providing privacy and undisturbed mountain views.

ETOSHA OBERLAND LODGE

Etosha Oberland Lodge, about 10 kilometres southeast of Andersson Gate, is located in a private game reserve that shares a border with the 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

Kalahari Red Dunes Lodge is set in the dunes of the western Kalahari, offering individually designed suites with high privacy levels. The lodge features eleven individually designed suites, two superior suites with private pools, a reception building, and a main building with a restaurant, bar, lounge, and the new Kalahari Lounge with a fine whiskey selection. The lodge also has a pool with shaded areas and loungers.

TEUFELSKRALLEN LODGE

Teufelskrallen Lodge features tent houses on the first western Kalahari dune, offering panoramic views of the Kalahari dunes. Each tent house has a large deck and private bathroom connected by a short boardwalk. The reception, restaurant, and swimming pool are located in an old farmhouse 3 km from the tents. Guests can enjoy hikes and game drives to experience the Kalahari's beauty and wildlife.

BRIGADOON BOUTIQUE GUESTHOUSE

Located in the heart of Swakopmund near the Atlantic Ocean, Brigadoon Boutique Guesthouse offers a peaceful retreat. Each of the seven guest rooms opens to a landscaped garden. The main building, an old captain's house built in 1912, featuring vintage, classy and maritime interior decor. The guesthouse is a short walk from the city centre and the sea, providing a perfect location for a relaxing stay.

TWYFELFONTEIN ADVENTURE CAMP

Twyfelfontein Adventure Camp is nestled among granite boulders, just a ten-minute drive from the Twyfelfontein Rock Engravings. The camp offers two tent categories – standard tents and premium tents – and shared areas with pools, a restaurant, bar and lounge. Guests can enjoy magnificent views of the mopane valley and granite mountains, as well as a mustsee sundowner spot.

Bookings: +264 61 240 020 reservations@namibiatravelconsultants.com www.ondili.com

Head Office: +264 61 447 300 info@ondili.com

Namibia Wildlife Resorts

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 (No. 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 (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.

+264 61 285 7200

reservations@nwr.com.na

www.nwr.com.na

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.

Ongava Game Reserve

Welcome to the realm of the rhino

On the edge of Etosha Pan, in the heart of one of Africa’s last great wilderness areas, lies a place of sanctuary and renewal, where the balance of nature has been restored. Ongava, the Realm of the Rhino. Here, in a vast private reserve that was once unproductive farmland, this magnificent creature roams free, in the company of lion, elephant, leopard, and an abundance of other species.

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.

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 Safari Boutique, library and complimentary Wi-Fi. The Ongava Discovery Centre boasts dozens of in-depth displays where guests can

P O Box 58, Okaukeujo +264 83 330 3920 hello@ongava.com www.ongava.com

interface with science and research. Wellness treatments can be booked for in-room treatments.

ONGAVA LODGE

Ongava Lodge is perched on a ridge with seemingly endless views across the plains. Ongava Lodge’s fourteen airconditioned 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, WiFi, 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, 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.

LOGISTICS

The transport and logistics sector is projected to slow down in 2024 and 2025 but to remain robust. The Bank of Namibia (BoN) projected in its March 2024 Economic Outlook

Update that the sector is expected to grow by 6.4% in 2024 and 5.9% in 2025, following growth of 8.5% in 2023. Export performance coupled with the importation of industrial and consumer goods are anticipated to sustain the sector.

ROADS

The government continues to invest heavily in the upgrading and expansion of the country’s road network and has allocated N$1.8 billion for the completion of ongoing road construction projects during the 2024/25 financial year. Major projects include the completion of the final section of 21 km between Windhoek and the Hosea Kutako International Airport, the tarring of the road from Henties Bay to Kamanjab, the rehabilitation of the 30-km-long road between Karibib and Usakos, as well as the completion of the final section of the A1 from Windhoek to Okahandja. Provision has also been made for the upgrading of various roads throughout the country.

PORTS

Cargo handling at the two ports (Walvis Bay and Lüderitz) managed by the Namibian Ports Authority (Namport) increased by 4% from 7.7 million tonnes in the 2023 financial year to 8 million tonnes during the financial year that ended on 31 March 2024, setting a new record.

The main export commodities were salt (bagged and bulk), copper concentrate, frozen fish, manganese ore and lead/ zinc concentrate. Exports of manganese ore from the port of Lüderitz increased by 15.7% and there are plans to double the export from 15,000 tonnes to 30,000 tonnes a year.

Namport signed a contract with Africa Global Logistics (AGL), which is part of the Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), to manage the Walvis Bay multipurpose bulk terminal in March 2024. The company is expected to improve the terminal’s efficiency and effectiveness.

In a news release, the company stated, “Through its stateof-the-art maritime, port and logistics solutions, AGL will facilitate access to Southern African Development Community (SADC) markets and invest in modern infrastructure to drive economic growth in the region. Through its projects and investments, the company also aims to create opportunities for local businesses and communities, promoting employment, innovation and sustainable development.”

LÜDERITZ PORT EXPANSION

Construction of the first phase of the Lüderitz port expansion is planned to begin in 2025, subject to the sourcing of finances and obtaining the necessary approvals. The existing quay wall will be extended by 250 m, while six hectares of land east of Shark Island will be reclaimed. The project is expected to be completed in 24 months. The expansion is necessitated by the need to handle the importation of construction materials for Hyphen Hydrogen Energy’s green hydrogen project. The port’s expansion was devised in collaboration with Hyphen and the Port of Rotterdam.

A new port and a green ammonia export facility will be built next to the existing harbour during the second phase, while the third phase is designed to increase the port’s capacity to handle the output from new green hydrogen projects.

RAILWAYS

The rehabilitation of the country’s dilapidated railway network continues to enjoy priority, with N$2.5 billion for the 2024/25 financial year provisioned for railway infrastructure. An amount of N$1.9 billion has been set aside for the upgrading of the Kranzberg-Otjiwarongo railway section and N$488 million for the rehabilitation of the SandverhaarBuchholzbrunn railway section leading to Lüderitz in the south. A total of N$6.6 billion has been earmarked for the railway network development over the 2024/25 to 2026/7 medium-term expenditure framework.

TransNamib has secured a N$2.6 billion loan from the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) and the Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) for the modernisation of its rolling stock. The loan will be used for buying new locomotives, remanufacturing rolling stock, modernising the TransNamib workshop and upgrading the signalling equipment.

TRANS-KALAHARI RAILWAY CORRIDOR

Twelve companies have expressed interest in funding the feasibility study, as well as developing the 1,500-km-long Trans-Kalahari Railway Corridor between the Mmamabula coal fields in western Botswana and Walvis Bay. The Botswana section will stretch to the Mamuno border post where it will link to the yet-to-be-built extension of the railway line

from the border to Gobabis and the existing Namibian network. Namibia and Botswana signed a memorandum for the construction of the railway line in 2010 and concluded a bilateral agreement in 2014. Construction of the railway line, which will cost an estimated US$10 billion, is expected to start in early 2025.

AIR TRANSPORT

Namibia scored 72.13% for the maintenance of its aviation infrastructure and safety measures during the safety audit conducted by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) from 6 to 18 March 2024. This is a marked improvement from the 2016 audit when the country achieved an overall score of 57.39%, ranking above the Eastern and Southern Africa region’s average of 60% and the global average of 69.3%.

IMPROVED AIR CONNECTIVITY

Connectivity between Namibia and Europe will be boosted following the announcement by the leisure carrier of the Lufthansa Group, Discover Airlines (previously Eurowings Discover), that it plans to introduce three direct flights a week from Munich to Windhoek from 1 April 2025.

FlyNamibia, Namibia’s first privately owned scheduled passenger airline, expanded its regional network with the launch of three flights a week between Hosea Kutako International Airport and Victoria Falls in April 2024. The airline also introduced three triangular flights a week from Hosea Kutako International Airport to Maun in Botswana, Katima Mulilo and Windhoek between July and October 2024. Direct flights to Katima Mulilo will resume in November 2024.

In another development that will boost business and leisure travel, Air Botswana announced that it plans to introduce flights between Botswana’s capital, Gaborone, and Hosea Kutako International Airport, as well as between Kasane, a popular tourist hub, and Hosea Kutako International Airport.

LOGISTICS

Namibia’s logistic sector is supported by the best road infrastructure in Africa, two international airports (Hosea Kutako and Walvis Bay), six other airports and two harbours. The country has positioned itself as a logistics hub for the SADC and is linked to Angola, Botswana, South Africa, Zambia and the Democratic Republic of Congo by four transport corridors.

The sector provides a diversity of efficient services such as logistics supply chain operations, warehousing, customs clearing, freight forwarding, cargo handling, stevedoring, container transport, overnight cross-border and domestic courier services.

TRANSPORT AND LOGISITICS AT A GLANCE

• Airports: two international airports (Hosea Kutako and Walvis Bay) and six domestic airports managed by the Namibia Airports Company

• Road infrastructure: Ranked best in Africa. Over 8,300 km of the country’s 49,000-km network is tarred, while over 25,000 km is standard gravel. The remainder is earth gravel, sand and tracks.

• Ports: Walvis Bay on the central coast and Lüderitz on the southern coast

• 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

VITAL CONTACTS

Automobile Association of Namibia (AA) P O Box 61, Windhoek +264 61 244 201 info@aa-namibia.com www.aa-namibia.com

Namibia Logistics Association (NLA) P O Box 905546, Windhoek +264 81 724 3169 info@nla.org.na www.nla.org.na

Trans Kalahari Corridor Secretariat (TKCS) P O Box 23017, Windhoek +264 61 250 071 admin@tkcmc.com www.tkcmc.com

Walvis Bay Export Processing Zone Management Company (WBEPZMC) P O Box 3304, Walvis Bay +264 64 201 3206 wbepzmc@iway.na

Roads Authority (RA) Private Bag 12030, Windhoek +264 61 284 7000 pr@ra.org.na www.ra.org.na

Road Fund Administration (RFA) Private Bag 13372, Windhoek Toll-Free: 0800 433 300 +264 61 433 3000 www.rfanam.com.na

NAMIBIA UNLOCKS AN INTEGRATED FUTURE

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) is a regional economic community of 16 member states in Southern Africa: Angola, Botswana, the Comoros, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Eswatini, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, the Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Its primary goal is to promote economic development, regional integration and peace and security in the region. One significant obstacle to achieving these objectives have been the often cumbersome and restrictive border regulations that hinder the free flow of goods, people and capital across SADC member states. Easing shared border regulations in the SADC region holds the potential to unlock economic growth, improve livelihoods and foster greater regional integration.

Facilitating increased domestic and international trade through coordinated intra and inter-border management, Namibia launched the 24-hour operation at the Katima Mulilo border post in the Zambezi Region which borders Zambia.

The Minister of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, Dr Albert Kawana, said he believes that the move will have tremendous economic benefits for both countries as the business community will now be able to conduct business between the two countries on a 24-hour basis.

“Our truckers will no longer need to sleep at the border posts waiting to be cleared in the morning when the border opens. Required goods and services will be delivered on time to the consumers. It is, therefore, our hope that the volumes passing through the Katima Mulilo border posts will increase,” Kawana said.

BENEFITS

Enhanced Trade: Reducing border barriers will stimulate trade to boost economic growth, create jobs and increase revenue for governments through increased customs duties.

Improved Livelihoods: Easier movement of goods and services across borders will lower prices for consumers and increase access to a wider range of products.

Attract Investment: A more business-friendly environment created by streamlined border regulations will attract foreign direct investment (FDI), fuelling economic development.

Greater Regional Integration: Easing border regulations is a crucial step towards achieving the full potential of regional integration in the SADC. It fosters a sense of unity, cooperation and shared objectives among member states, which is essential for sustainable development.

Zambia’s Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security, Jack Jacob Mwiimbu, commended the two countries’ efforts in realising this milestone. “The adjustment in operating hours at this border will undoubtedly ease the movement of persons and goods across the border and increase trade volumes through the Walvis Bay Lubumbashi economic corridor, which is a strategic corridor for Zambia. This aligns with Zambia’s eighth national development plan strategy of facilitating increased domestic and international trade through coordinated intra and inter-border management, essential in realising Zambia’s aspiration to become a prosperous middle-income nation by 2030,” Mwiimbu said.

Easing shared border regulations in the SADC region is a vital step toward achieving the community's economic development and regional integration goals. By reducing trade barriers, improving efficiency and fostering greater cooperation among member states, SADC can unlock its full potential and become a stronger force for economic growth and prosperity in Southern Africa. The benefits of such efforts will extend to the people of the region, creating a brighter and more integrated future for all.

Maggie Forcelledo Paz

First published in the November 2023 issue of FlyNamibia Magazine.

THE ULTIMATE PORTS EXPERIENCE

The Ports of Walvis Bay and Lüderitz lie on the West Coast of Africa. The Namibian Ports Authority is a body corporate established by the Namibian Ports Authority Act, 1994 (Act 2 of 1994) as a state-owned enterprise. Namport’s mandate is to exercise control and manage Namibia’s ports, lighthouses and other navigational aids in Namibia and its territorial waters.

The Port of Walvis Bay oversees container imports, exports, and transshipments, along with bulk and breakbulk cargo for various industries, including petroleum, mining, construction, and fishing. Additionally, it caters to the tourism sector through a dedicated cruise liner berth and terminal.

The Port of Lüderitz oversees the export of mining commodities from the southern region of Namibia and the Northern Cape of South Africa. Additionally, it supports the local fishing industry and operates as a supply base for the oil and gas drilling campaigns.

TRADE ROUTES NAMPORT SERVES

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 favorable temperate weather conditions of the bay enable timely operations, thus facilitating Namibia’s largest commercial port, the Port of Walvis Bay, to accommodate approximately 1,600 vessel calls annually, with a handling capacity of 10 million tons 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 code (ISPS), 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 TEU’s.

Manica Group Namibia

Simplified Cargo Movement

Manica Group Namibia has been at the forefront of innovative logistics and marine service solutions for companies doing business to and from Africa since 1924. Today the group comprises a diverse portfolio of business units providing a variety of expert freight logistics and marine services to various industries, including mining, retail, energy, infrastructure development, oil and gas, agriculture and construction to name a few.

In the past 100 years of its operations, Manica has moved all types of cargo that you can imagine, attended to all types of vessels and continuously creates innovative logistics solutions to increase productivity, meet clients’ needs and improve turnaround time for vessels.

The group services include clearing and forwarding, ships’ agency, cargo-handling, warehousing, intermodal transport, project-freight, airport ground-handling, shipping, industrial lubricants, bunkering and shore-based logistics support for the oil and gas industry. Manica is known for its flexibility and agility in harnessing these services, its staff and facilities to provide custom logistics solutions that are cost and time effective.

The group has a national footprint, with offices in Walvis Bay, Windhoek and Lüderitz. As a solution driven group of companies, Manica is committed to fostering lasting relationships, providing unparalleled customer service, developing the local logistics industry and promoting of the ports of Walvis Bay and Lüderitz on the international area. With a well-established international network of logistics partners, Manica is able to offer global solutions to local and international customers.

+264 64 201 2911

contact@manica.com.na www.manica.com.na

The company's prominent position in the industry is reflected in its strong operating performance and growing pool of skilled employees who are passionate about everything logistics. We embrace diversity, innovative thinking and continuous improvement; while ensuring the highest level of safety and quality management in all its operations. Manica group companies are ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 accredited, to ensure that our clients benefit from our high standard of quality management and safety systems.

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.

Over and above its daily operations, Manica is also committed to an all-encompassing sustainability and ESG strategy. This strategy includes its commitment to actively reducing its carbon footprint in all aspects of its operations and uplifting the living conditions of the communities is operates in.

We take pride in the fact that we can move any cargo from anywhere in the world to your door-step without you having to worry about hidden costs and the everyday frustration of empty promises and unnecessary delays. 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 – anything, anytime, anywhere.

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Westair Aviation

A Fully Integrated Aviation Service Provider

The Westair Aviation Group (“Westair”) is a fully integrated aviation service provider headquartered at Eros Airport, Windhoek, Namibia. Established in 1967, Westair has played a significant role in the growth and development of the Namibian and African aviation sectors.

Westair Aviation’s core focus is to deliver flexible, safe and reliable aviation solutions across the African continent. Today, Westair is an Africa-focused aviation service provider and has amassed operating experience in thirteen African countries. Westair has grown to become the most diverse and experienced aviation company in Namibia.

Our workforce is highly qualified and has world-class flying experience. The company has experience operating across the African continent, Europe and North America. Westair offers a diverse range of customised aviation services that include: Fixed Wing and Rotary Wing Aviation Services, Aircraft & Helicopter Charters, Aircraft and Leasing, Specialised Aviation Services, Medical Evacuation and Air Ambulance Services, Geophysical Survey and Aerial Surveillance, Oil and Gas Sector Transport and Logistics, Aviation Training, Aircraft Maintenance, Fleet Management, Cargo and Freight Operations, Aviation Support Services, Scheduled Passenger Airline Services and Ancillary Services.

CHARTER SERVICES & FLYNAMIBIA SAFARI

As the most experienced aircraft charter operator in Namibia, Westair Aviation offers a wide range of tailored charter services for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. Our services include corporate charter transfers, VIP services, airport transfers and customised scenic flights. With a diverse fleet we cater to various clientele, including corporates, mining and energy companies, travel and tourism operators, tourists, VIPs, government agencies, and businesses involved in exploration and foreign direct invstments. FlyNamibia Safari offers a daily circuit to Namibia's top touristic destinations.

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, as well as mining, oil and gas operators. Our tailored medium to longterm aviation services includes AMI and ACMI solutions, line maintenance support, charter transfers, VIP services, airport transfers, cargo solutions, and 24-hour standby medical evacuations.

OIL AND GAS SERVICES

Westair Aviation offers tailored aviation solutions to the mining and resource sector that comply with the highest safety and quality standards. With over a decade of experience, Westair is the leading aviation operator servicing the oil and gas industry in Namibia. The company has a diverse fleet of aircraft, offering operational capability and experience that can support established mining activities and short-term exploration projects located anywhere in Africa.

FLYNAMIBIA

Established in 2019, FlyNamibia became the first privately owned scheduled passenger airline in Namibia, servicing the domestic and Southern African markets. The airline prides itself in connecting people through local and regional flights, whether for business or tourism travel purposes.

SIGNA

Signa Aviation is a proudly Namibian company that specialises in a wide range of aviation training. Signa is the premier Aviation Training Organisation (ATO) in Africa.

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 has a wide range of Air Ambulance aircraft that can offer evacuation options for all conditions in Namibia and Africa. MRA also provides fully integrated air ambulance services to mining and oil and gas producer companies.

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 and general aviation in Africa.

BARS AND IOSA ACCREDITED

Westair Aviation has been awarded BARS Gold status by the Flight Safety Foundation, becoming the only Namibianbased airline to hold such recognition for safety and quality.

Westair specialises in tailored aviation services that comply with the highest safety and quality standards. Westair’s operations comply with the IOGP (International Oil and Gas Producer) standards, and Westair holds BARS (Basic Aviation Risk Standards) “Gold Status” as accredited by the Flight Safety Foundation.

In addition to this, Westair Aviation is approved for scheduled operations by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). It is audited according to the IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) standards.

Eros Airport, Aviation Road, Windhoek +264 83 WESTAIR (937 8247) reservations@westair.com.na www.westair.com.na

NAC INVESTS IN FACILITIES TO SUPPORT NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

PLANS AHEAD

Namibia Airports Company

Namibia Airports Company began operations on 5 February 1999 and oversees the management and development of eight national airports in Namibia.

NAC INVESTS IN FACILITIES TO SUPPORT NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

NAC plans to expand the apron at Hosea Kutako International Airport to ease congestion on the airside. The construction of a cargo apron at the Walvis Bay International Airport is further intended by 2026.

Namibia Airports Company began operations on 5 February 1999 and oversees the management and development of eight national airports in Namibia.

The key strategic airports for the company have been the flagship Airport and getaway to Namibia, Hosea Kutako International Airport; the general aviation hub of Eros Airport, also the hub for Namibia’s only scheduled airline, Fly Namibia; the Walvis Bay International Airport, that connects to you the wonders of the central coastline; as well as Andimba Toivo Ya Toivo Airport at Ondangwa in highly populated northern Namibia.

The key strategic airports for the company have been the flagship airport and getaway to Namibia, Hosea Kutako International Airport; the general aviation hub of Eros Airport, also the hub for Namibia’s only scheduled airline, FlyNamibia; the Walvis Bay International Airport, which connects to you the wonders of the central coastline; as well as Andimba Toivo Ya Toivo Airport at Ondangwa in highly populated northern Namibia.

The Integrated Strategic Business Plan (ISBP) – 2021 to 2025, spearheaded by the Board of Directors under the Chairpersonship of Dr Leake Hangala and CEO Bisey /Uirab, ushered in several strategic projects for the company including the apron and taxiway refurbishments at Katima Mulilo Airport and Andimba Toivo Ya Toivo Airport by 2022; and a new aircraft rescue and firefighting truck for the Walvis Bay International Airport (WBIA) was procured in 2023.

Lüderitz Airport facilitates weekly flights, Mondays to Fridays, thanks to Fly Namibia routing between Windhoek’s Eros Airport and Lüderitz while general aviation also frequents the airport.

LÜDERITZ AIRPORT DELIVERING OIL, GAS AND HYDROGEN DEVELOPMENTS

The potential of Green Hydrogen and Oil and Gas discoveries along the Namibian southern coast has drastically increased passenger numbers at the dusty airport of Lüderitz.

The Walvis Bay International Airport on 30 April, made history when it facilitated the landing of the arrival of Belgium’s King Phillipe, on an Airbus A340-300, marking the first landing of a Cat 4E aircraft (aircraft with a wingspan of up to 65m) for the first time in 20 years’ at the coast.

The Integrated Strategic Business Plan (ISBP) for 2021 to 2025, spearheaded by the Board of Directors under the Chairpersonship of Dr Leake Hangala and CEO Bisey /Uirab, ushered in several strategic projects for the company including the apron and taxiway refurbishments at Katima Mulilo Airport and Andimba Toivo Ya Toivo Airport by 2022. Furthermore, a new aircraft rescue and firefighting truck for the Walvis Bay International Airport (WBIA) was procured in 2023.

These developments speak to the outcomes envisaged in NAC’s Integrated Strategic Business Plan 2021-2026 which included improvements and expansion in traffic volumes by 2026 as well as the company’s focus on partnering with various stakeholders in driving the attainment of Namibia’s Vision 2030, the National Development 5 and the Harambee Prosperity Plan 2.

The development of Oil and Gas exploration and the prospects of Green Hydrogen has since doubled the figures from pre-Covid-19 pandemic levels at the Lüderitz Airport and in 2023, the airport has seen a remarkable increment rate of 233.8% compared to the pre-Covid-19 period, 2019, the base for the study. The increment is a record for the past 10 years at the small airport with 17,035 passengers in 2023.

LÜDERITZ AIRPORT DELIVERING OIL, GAS, AND HYDROGEN DEVELOPMENTS

NAC VALUES PAVE

Lüderitz Airport facilitates weekly flights, Mondays to Fridays, thanks to FlyNamibia routing between Windhoek’s Eros Airport and Lüderitz while general aviation also frequents the airport.

• Professional – in all our interactions with stakeholders and customers

The potential of Green Hydrogen and Oil and Gas discoveries along the Namibian southern coast has drastically increased passenger numbers at the dusty airport of Lüderitz.

This complements the N$250 million expansion project at Hosea Kutako International Airport (HKIA) aimed at alleviating congestion at the gateway to Namibia, also achieved in 2022.

PLANS AHEAD

NAC plans to expand the apron at Hosea Kutako International Airport to ease congestion on the airside. The construction of a cargo apron at the Walvis Bay International Airport is further intended by 2026.

This complements the N$250 million expansion project at Hosea Kutako International Airport (HKIA) aimed at alleviating congestion at the gateway to Namibia, also achieved in 2022.

The Walvis Bay International Airport on 30 April, made history when it facilitated the landing of the arrival of Belgium’s King Phillipe, on an Airbus A340-300, marking the first landing of a Cat 4E aircraft (aircraft with a wingspan of up to 65m) for the first time in 20 years’ at the coast.

These developments speak to the outcomes envisaged in NAC’s Integrated Strategic Business Plan 2021-2026 which included improvements and expansion in traffic volumes by 2026 as well as the company’s focus on partnering with various stakeholders in driving the attainment of Namibia’s Vision 2030, the National Development 5 and the Harambee Prosperity Plan 2.

• Agile – in responding to a changing industry sector.

• Vigilant – in ensuring safety, security, and environmental sustainability.

• Evolving – continuous improvement

NAC VALUES

PAVE

The development of Oil and Gas exploration and the prospects of Green Hydrogen has since doubled the figures from pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels at the Lüderitz Airport and in 2023, the airport has seen a remarkable increment rate of 233.8% compared to the preCOVID-19 period, 2019, the base for the study. The increment is a record for the past 10 years at the small airport with 17,035 passengers in 2023.

• 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.

CONTACT DETAILS: 5th Floor, Sanlam Centre, 145 Independence Avenue, Windhoek | PO Box 23061 Windhoek Namibia

Tel: +264 (0) 61 295 5000 | Fax: +264 (0) 61 295 5022 | E-mail: communications@airports.com.na | www.airports.com.na

5th Floor, Sanlam Centre, 145 Independence Avenue, Windhoek P O Box 23061 Windhoek +264 61 295 5000 communications@airports.com.na www.airports.com.na

THE GATEWAY TO ENDLESS HORIZONS IN NAMIBIA AND THE WORLD: OUR AIRPORT FOOTPRINT

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1. Hosea Kutako International Airport (Windhoek)

2. Eros Airport (Windhoek)

3. Walvis Bay International Airport (Walvis Bay)

4. Andimba Toivo ya Toivo Airport (Ondangwa)

5. Rundu Airport (Rundu)

Katima Mulilo Airport (Katima Mulilo)

Keetmanshoop Airport (Keetmanshoop)

8. Luderitz Airport (Luderitz)

TWalvis Bay Corridor Group

Connecting southern Africa to the rest of the world

he Walvis Bay Corridor Group (WBCG), a publicprivate partnership (PPP), was established in the year 2000 as a service and facilitation centre to promote the benefits of using the Walvis Bay corridors via the Namibian ports to and from Southern Africa.

The WBCG facilitates trade by continuously identifying opportunities to plan, coordinate, market and advocate for infrastructure development. Through its unique institutional arrangement as a PPP, the WBCG is an example of how the public and the private sector work together to integrate business potential and utilise transport and trade opportunities. This collaboration is incredibly important for economic development within the region and for the growth of the private sector.

THE WBCG MEMBERS

The WBCG consists of the following members: Ministry of Works and Transport, Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade, Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security, Namibia Revenue Agency, Namibian Ports Authority, Roads Authority, Road Fund Administration, TransNamib, Namibia Airports Company, Municipality of Walvis Bay, Walvis Bay Port Users’ Association, Container Liners Operations Forum, Namibia Logistics Association, Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Namibia Transporters Association.

THE WALVIS BAY CORRIDORS

The Trans-Kalahari Corridor (TKC) links the port of Walvis Bay to Botswana’s capital Gaborone and the heartland of South Africa’s industrial capital, Gauteng. It is perfectly positioned to service the two-way trade between South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Europe, the Americas and the Far East.

The Walvis Bay-Ndola-Lubumbashi Development Corridor (WBNLDC) links the port of Walvis Bay to Zambia, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Zimbabwe. This corridor also connects with Malawi and Tanzania via Zambia. The corridor stretches over 2,500 km and is supported by a railway line between Walvis Bay and Grootfontein, where transhipment facilities are available. The railway line resumes in Livingstone, Zambia.

The Trans-Cunene Corridor (TCuC) links Walvis Bay’s port to southern Angola via Oshikango in Namibia and the Santa Clara border post in Angola. The corridor is supported by a railway line that has been completed up to the Angolan border.

The Trans-Oranje Corridor (TOC) is a network of rail and road linking the port of Lüderitz to the Northern Cape province in South Africa.

The Walvis Bay corridors are perfectly positioned to service the two-way trade between the SADC region and Europe, North and South America as well as emerging markets in the East. Costs and time savings are achieved along the Walvis Bay corridors, which offer the safest, shortest and most efficient regional routes on the west coast.

THE WBCG FOOTPRINT

The footprint of the WBCG extends to three offices beyond

the borders of Namibia. These are situated in Lusaka, Zambia (since 2005), Johannesburg, South Africa (since 2008) and Lubumbashi, DRC (since 2012).

FACILITATING NAMIBIA’S TRANSFORMATION INTO A LOGISTICS NATION

Namibia has a clear vision to become a regional leader in logistics. Our 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 logistics hub for Southern Africa.

The Namibian Logistics Hub initiative entails an intervention process that strives to put in place sustainable institutional arrangements and mechanisms that would ensure the transformation of the port of Walvis Bay and the Walvis Bay corridors into economic corridors for the socio-economic growth and development of the country. To achieve this, the Namibian government established the Logistics Hub Project under the umbrella of the WBCG.

REGIONAL STAKEHOLDERS AND PARTNERSHIPS

Harmonisation of standards allows for the smooth flow of trade between borders. This is ensured through the establishment of regional committees and partnerships with regional bodies, among which the Trans-Kalahari Corridor Secretariat, which is made up of the government and private-sector representatives from Namibia, Botswana and South Africa.

The Walvis Bay-Ndola-Lubumbashi Corridor Management Committee, which is a partnership between Namibia, Zambia and the DRC, was established to address problems which could impede the smooth movement of goods across the borders along the WBNLDC.

The port of Walvis Bay is strategically located on the west coast of Africa, serving as a strategic link to Southern Africa’s more than 350 million consumers. With Walvis Bay now firmly established as one of the preferred gateways to Southern Africa, the WBCG continuously seeks to maximise the potential of the corridors to boost the social and economic benefits for Namibia and for the Southern African region as a whole.

The port of Lüderitz, located 254 nautical miles south of the port of Walvis Bay along Namibia’s coastline, caters for the southern part of the country and provides access to markets in the Northern Cape province of South Africa. The port of Lüderitz offers excellent logistical services to the mines in the southern regions of Namibia and north-western South Africa with imports and exports of mining commodities such as manganese. It is also an important base for the local fishing industry.

Maria Paulus communications@wbcg.com.na +264 61 251 669 www.wbcg.com.na

MEDIUM ENTERPRISES

The Namibian economy is characterised by a well-developed formal economic sector and tens of thousands of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). These enterprises play an important role in job creation and income generation in various sectors of the economy, which contribute to improving the living conditions of many thousands of Namibians.

Research has shown that MSMEs provide seven out of ten jobs in developing countries and produce income for approximately one third of the Namibian workforce. MSMEs contribute around 12% to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) and provide crucial services and products. The number of MSMEs in Namibia has been estimated at over 71,000.

The National Policy on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises of the Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade has defined three categories:

• Micro enterprises: 1 to 10 full-time employees and/or an annual turnover of up to N$300,000.

• Small enterprises: 11 to 30 full-time employees and/or an annual turnover of between N$300,001 and N$3 million.

• Medium enterprises: 31 to 100 full-time employees and/ or an annual turnover of N$3,000,001 and N$10 million.

The census of business establishments conducted by the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA) between October 2019 and April 2021 recorded 61,157 business establishments. Just over 55,804 micro enterprises accounted for 91% of the total number of businesses. The census also recorded 3,918 small enterprises (6.4%) and 1,435 medium enterprises (2.3%), while only 345 business were classified as large. Accommodation and food services accounted for 30,217 businesses, followed by wholesale and retail and manufacturing. Close to 57% of MSMEs were situated in rural areas. Most of the establishments (63%) were found to be operating as sole proprietorships with 53% owned by males and 47% by females.

MSME FINANCING

One of the major obstacles to the growth of MSMEs has been the requirement of collateral which cannot be provided on communal land. Under the Credit Guarantee Scheme (CGS) for MSMEs, which was launched in 2020, bankable applications which only lack collateral can be considered for collateral cover of 60% of the principal loan amount that is guaranteed by the Namibia Special Risks

Insurance Association (NASRIA). The scheme is offered by all major Namibian banks.

The Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) is the largest provider of financial support to small businesses through its SME loan scheme. The bank also provides training for small businesses as part of the National Mentorship and Coaching Programme. Namibian commercial banks have realised the increasing importance of MSMEs during the past few years and has extended their services by offering financing schemes and products for qualifying enterprises.

Financial services group Old Mutual Namibia launched its Old Mutual Sustainable, Economic and Empowerment Drive (OM SEED) entrepreneurship programme in 2022. The bank supports winners of the programme with access to funding, incubation and mentorship support.

MSME CHALLENGES

Challenges faced by MSMEs include cumbersome bureaucratic processes and regulations, compliance issues, lack of management skills, access to affordable premises and the lack of micro-finance insurance products. Another major challenge is the lack of access to technology. In addition, many women find it difficult to expand their businesses beyond the town they live in because of family responsibilities.

TRAINING AND SUPPORT

Credit for initiating the training of SMEs should go to business entrepreneurs Danny Meyer and Claudine Mouton, who co-founded SMEs Compete in Windhoek in March 2006. The objective of this social entrepreneurship entity is to improve entrepreneurial, business management, information technology and other skills. Their variety of business growth and skills development programmes has assisted small and medium enterprises to grow their businesses during the past 18 years.

Training for MSMEs is also facilitated by the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI), the

Agricultural Bank of Namibia (AGRIBANK of Namibia) and various non-governmental organisations (NGOs). Programmes range from business management skills, bookkeeping and marketing to practical business skills.

MINISTRY OF INDUSTRIALISATION AND TRADE

One of the strategic objectives of the Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade (MIT) is the promotion, growth and development of MSMEs. A draft National Policy on the Informal Economy has been developed and public consultations will be held before the policy is finalised.

In her 2024/25 budget motivation speech, Industrialisation and Trade Minister Lucia Iipumbu highlighted some of the ministry’s achievements during the 2023/24 financial year.

A total of 1,210 MSMEs in all 14 regions of the country received entrepreneurship training through EMPRETEC Namibia in 2023. The Enhancing Entrepreneurship Development Programme, which was established under the EMPRETEC framework of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) initiative, was officially launched in Namibia in October 2019.

No less than 100 MSMEs have been shortlisted as potential beneficiaries of the Equipment Aid Scheme (EAS) and 15 enterprises have been identified as potential beneficiaries of the Industrial Upgrading and Modernisation Programme (IUMP). The ministry will also train 25 business development advisors during the 2024/25 financial year.

NAMIBIA INVESTMENT PROMOTION AND DEVELOPMENT BOARD

The MSME Development, Innovation and Acceleration division of the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) is responsible for providing support in enabling financial and market access, capacity building and conceptualising ideas.

The MSME Business Advisory Services division coordinates enterprise training courses, seminars and other interventions, while the MSME Capacity Building and Market Access division is responsible for developing and strengthening the skills of MSMEs through coordinating and facilitating coaching, training and knowledge-sharing initiatives to address the shortcomings in MSME facilities.

MSMES AT A GLANCE

• There are over 71,000 MSMEs in Namibia

• MSMEs contribute around 12% to Namibia’s GDP

• MSMEs provide an income to approximately one third of the Namibian workforce

• Accommodation and food services, retail and wholesale and manufacturing are among the most important MSME industries

• MSMEs provide seven out of ten jobs in developing countries

No less than 100 MSMEs have been shortlisted as potential beneficiaries of the Equipment Aid Scheme (EAS) and 15 enterprises have been identified as potential beneficiaries of the Industrial Upgrading and Modernisation Programme (IUMP). The ministry will also train 25 business development advisors during the 2024/25 financial year.

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Gloria's Food Hub

081 651 4240 gloriapeppersaucecatering@gmail.com | Facebook: @ Gloria’s Pepper Sauce And Catering | Instagram: @ glorias_food_hub

TechGeeks Namibia

Unit 9, 51 on Lazarett Complex, Julius K Nyerere Street, Southern Industrial Area, Windhoek | +264 83 725 4900 | info@techgeeksnam.com | www.techgeeksnam.com

The Book Den

Cnr Hosea Kutako Avenue & Puccini Street, Windhoek | +264 61 239 976

Urban Friction

Level 1, Checkers parking, Maerua Mall, Windhoek | +264 81 816 4240 | climbnamibia@gmail.com | www.climbnamibia.com

Namibia Padel

Cnr Sean McBride & Tennis street, Olympia, Windhoek | +264 81 444 2827 | manager@namibiapadel.com | namibiapadel.com

Namibia Craft Centre

40 Tal Street, Windhoek | +264 61 242 222 | info@ namibiacraftcentre.com | www.namibiacraftcentre.com

JJ Nam Chemicals

Unit 6, Magnolia Industrial Park, Rendsburger Street, Lafrenz | +264 84 000 8111 / +264 81 180 1100 | info@namchem.com.na

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Outsourcing Solutions

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Vital Contacts

Refer to website for additional listings | www.namibiatradedirectory.com

ARTS & CULTURE

College of the Arts (COTA)

P O Box 2963, Windhoek +264 61 277 341 claasenj@cota.na

Franco Namibian Cultural Centre (FNCC)

P O Box 11622, Windhoek +264 61 387 330 recepion@fncc.org.na www.fncc.org.na

National Arts Council of Namibia (NACN)

P O Box 149, Windhoek +264 61 293 3311 artscouncilnamibia@gmail. com www.artscouncilnam.org

National Art Gallery of Namibia (NAGN)

P O Box 994, Windhoek +264 81 145 0641 pro2nagn.org.na www.nagn.org.na

National Theatre of Namibia (NTN)

P O Box 3794, Windhoek +264 61 374 400 info@ntn.org.na www.ntn.org.na

Visual Artists Namibia (VAN)

P O Box 149, Windhoek +264 61 293 3363

The Potters' Association of Namibia

P O Box 2589, Windhoek +264 81 861 8869

pottersnamibia@gmail.com www.pan.iway.na

CHILDREN & YOUTH

Katutura Youth Enterprise Centre

P O Box 5167, Ausspannplatz +264 61 272 670 reception.wk@kayec.org.na

Lifeline/Childline Namibia

P O Box 5477, Windhoek +264 226 889 reception@lifeline.org www.lifelinechildline.org.na

Michelle McLean Children Trust

P O Box 97428, Windhoek +264 61 240 807 info@mmct.org.na www.mmct.org.na

Namibia Planned Parenthood Association (NAPPA)

P O Box 10936, Windhoek +264 81 230 4769 info@nappa.com.na www.nappa.com.na

National Youth Council

P O Box 60956, Windhoek +264 61 248 200 info@nyc.org.na www.nyc.org.na

National Youth Service

P O Box 32269, Windhoek info@nys.com.na www.nys.com.na

SOS Children's Village Association of Namibia

P O Box 23134, Windhoek +264 61 222 457 letta.muleka@sos-namibia. org

Namibia Youth Credit Scheme (NYCS)

P O Box 13391, Windhoek namibiaycs@gmail.com

CONSERVATION & ENVIRONMENT

AfriCat Foundation

P O Box 1889, Otjiwarongo +264 67 304 566 info@africat.org www.africat.org

Cheetah Conservation Fund

P O Box 1755, Otjiwarongo +264 67 306 225 visit@ccfnamibia.org www.cheetah.org

Coastal Environmental Trust of Namibia (CETN) P O Box 786, Walvis Bay +264 64 205 057 www.eia.met.gov.na

Desert Research Foundation of Namibia (DRFN)

P O Box 20232, Windhoek West +264 61 377 500 drfn@drfn.org.na www.drfn.org.na

Enviro-Fill Namibia (Pty) Ltd P O Box 86580, Windhoek +264 61 24 871

Game Products Trust Fund (GPTF)

P O Box 28157, Windhoek +264 61 431 7700 info@gptf.org.na

Gobabeb Namib Research Institute P O Box 953, Walvis Bay +264 64 694 198 gobabeb@gobabeb.org www.gobabeb.org

Habitat Research and Development Centre P O Box 63036, Windhoek +264 61 268 200 mganes@murd.gov.na

Harnas Wildlife Foundation P O Box 548, Gobabis +264 81 140 3322 / +264 62 568 828 /38 harnas@naankuse.com

Integrated Rural Development and Nature Conservation (IRDNC)

P O Box 24050, Windhoek +264 61 228 506 / 9 info@irdnc.org.na www.irdnc.org.na

Namibia Animal Rehabilitation Research and Education Centre (NARREC) P O Box 11232, Windhoek +264 61 264 409 liz@narrec.net www.narrec.electric.com.na

Namibian Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS) P O Box 3508, Windhoek

+264 61 306 450 www.news-namibia.org

Namibia Environmental Education Network (NEEN)

P O Box 90825, Windhoek +264 61 284 2701 info@neen.org.na www.neen.org.na

Namib Desert Environmental Education Trust (NaDEET)

P O Box 8702, Swakopmund +264 81 367 5310 admin@nadeet.org www.nadeet.org

Namutoni Environmental Education Centre Private Bag 201, Tsumeb +264 67 229 200

Nyae Nyae Development Foundation of Namibia (NNDFN)

P O Box 9026, Windhoek Tel: +264 61 236 327 Email: nndfn@iafrica.com.na www.nndfn.org

Poison Working Group –Endangered Wildlife Trust

P O Box 11232, Windhoek +264 61 264 409 / 256 liz@narrec.net

Save The Rhino Trust

P O Box 2159, Swakopmund +264 64 403 829 srt@rhino-trust.org.na www.savetherhinotrust.org

Wild Dog Project (Namibia Nature Foundation)

P O Box 245, Windhoek +264 61 248 345 info@nnf.org.na www.nnf.org.na

CONSTRUCTION

Construction Industries Federation of Namibia (CIF)

P O Box 1479, Windhoek +264 61 417 302 secretary@cifnamibia.com www.cifnamibia.com

Namibia Institute of Architects (NIA)

P O Box 1478, Windhoek +264 61 23 1559 admin.nia.org.na www.nia.org.na

Institute of Namibian Quantity Surveyors (INQS)

P O Box 9507, Windhoek info@inqs.org.na www.inqs.org.na

DEVELOPMENT

Henties Bay Waterfront Company

P O Box 61, Henties Bay +264 64 502 000 frieda.neshuku@hbaymun. com.na

Lüderitz Waterfront Development Company

P O Box 78, Lüderitz +264 63 202 702 pa@luderitzwaterfront.com. na

Namibia Development Trust (NDT)

P O Box 8226, Bachbrecht +264 238 002 info@ndt.org.na

Namibia Rural Development Project

P O Box 24886, Windhoek +264 237 279 nrdp@iafrica.com.na

Offshore Development Company (ODC)

Private Bag 13397, Windhoek +264 61 283 7360 odc@gov.com.na

Zambezi Waterfront

P O Box 2171, Ngweze, Katima Mulilo +264 66 252 366 zwtp@iafricaonline.com.na

DISABILITIES

National Disability Council of Namibia (NDCN) P O Box 26047, Windhoek +264 61 255 913 www.ndcn.com.na

Namibia National Association of the Deaf (NNAD)

P O Box 21040, Windhoek +264 61 244 811 nnad@iway.na

GENDER EQUALITY

Namibia Women's Association (NAWA)

P O Box 3370, Katutura +264 61 262 461

Pan-African Women's Organisation (PAWO)

P O Box 215, Windhoek +264 61 229 640

Women's Action for Development (WAD)

P O Box 370, Windhoek +264 61 321 7667 info@wad.org.na www.wad.org.na

Young Women's Christian Association of Namibia (YWCA)

P O Box 21455, Windhoek +264 61 263 484 info.ywcanamibia@gmail. nom www.ywca.wordpress.com

Women in Mining Association Namibia (WiMAN) womeninmining17@gmail. com

HUMAN RIGHTS & HOME AFFAIRS

International Organisation for Migration (IOM)

Private Bag 13301, Windhoek +264 61 231 639 www.iom.int

Namibian Employers' Federation (NEF)

P O Box 21250, Windhoek +264 61 244 089 enquiries@nef.com.na www.nef.com.na

Namibia Institute for Democracy (NID)

P O Box 11956, Windhoek +264 61 292 4850 naitahoshoono@gmail.com www.nid.org.na

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

Private Bag 13329, Windhoek +264 61 204 6395 registry.na@undp.org www.undp.org

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)

Private Bag 13329, Windhoek +264 61 204 6336 mbekele@unfpa.org

United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)

P O Box 1706, Windhoek +264 61 204 6111 nmbifpfinance@unicef.org www.unicef.org

HEALTHCARE

Central State Hospital 209 Ooievaar Street, Windhoek +264 61 203 3111

Katutura State Hospital Independence Avenue, Khomasdal +264 61 203 9111

Mediclinic

Heliodoor Street, Windhoek +264 61 433 1000 / 999 /1109

Roman Catholic Hospital Mandume Ndemufayo Avenue, Windhoek +264 61 270 2227 / 2010 / 2167 /2019 / 9111 / 2143

Pathcare 155 Nelson Mandela Avenue, Windhoek +264 61 431 3000

Medical Imaging

Heliodoor Street, Eros, Windhoek +264 61 379 600

NAMRAD Radiology

Services Namibia Cnr Frankie Fredericks & Ombika Street +264 83 3359700

Medical Rescue Africa

Eros Airport Aviation Road P O Box 407 Windhoek +264 83 339 0033 mra@westair.com.na www.medicalrescueafrica. com

LEGAL

Legal Aid

Private Bag 13370, Windhoek +264 61 420 200 info.legalaid@moj.gov.na www.moj.gov.na/legal-aid

Legal Assistance Centre

P O Box 604, Windhoek +264 61 223 356 info@lac.org.na www.lac.org.na

Law Society of Namibia

P O Box 714, Windhoek +264 61 230 263 legalofficer@ lawsocietynamibia.org www.lawsocietynamibia.org

Office of the Ombudsman Private Bag 13211, Windhoek +264 61 231 151 office@ombudsman.org.na

Office of the ProsecutorGeneral

Private Bag 13191, Windhoek +264 61 374 200 info@opg.gov.na

Society of Advocates of Namibia

P O Box 1323, Windhoek +264 61 231 151 socadv@mweb.com.na www.namibianbar.org

Namibia Estate Agents Board (NEAB)

P O Box 90091, Klein Windhoek +264 61 249 885 supervisor@neab.co.na www.neab.co.na

Namibia Housing Action Group Shack (NHAG)

P O Box 21010, Windhoek +264 61 239 398 amuller@nhag.org.na

National Housing Enterprise (NHE)

P O Box 20192, Windhoek +264 61 292 7298 / 7234 / 7237 matalim@nhe.com.na www.nhe.com.na

Namibia Water Corporation (NAMWATER)

Private Bag 13389, Windhoek +264 61 710 000 info@namwater,com.na www.namwater.com.na

RESEARCH

Directorate of Scientific Services (DSS)

P O Box 13306, Windhoek +264 61 284 2529 www.meft.gov.na

lnstitute of Public Policy Research (IPPR)

P O Box 6566,Windhoek +264 61 240 514 info@ippr.org.na www.ippr.org.na

Labour Resource and Research Institute (LaRRI)

P O Box 62423, Katutura +264 61 212 044 info@larri-namibia.org www.larri-namibia.org

National Commission on Research Science and Technology (NCRST)

Private Bag 13253, Windhoek +264 61 431 7005 info@ncrst.na www.ncrst.na

Namibia Scientific Society (NSS)

P O Box 67, Windhoek +264 61 225 372 info@namscience.com www.namscience.com

Social Science Division –Multidisciplinary Research Centre (MRC)

Private Bag 13301, Windhoek +264 61 206 3052 antesa@unam.na www.unam.edu.na

SPORT

Namibia Sports Commission (NSC)

P O Box 86573, Windhoek +264 61 246 105 marketing@namibiasport. org www.namibiasport.gov.na

TRANSFORMATION, DEVELOPMENT & EMPOWERMENT Centre for Research, Information, Action in Africa Southern Africa – Development and Consulting (CRIAA SA-DC)

P O Box 23778, Windhoek +264 61 220 117 info@criaasadc.org www.criaasadc.org

Development Aid from People to People (DAPP)

P O Box 135, Outapi +264 65 251 179 dappzts@dapp.namibia.org www.dapp-namibia.org

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)

P O Box 8016, Windhoek +264 61 222 447 giz-namibia@giz.de www.giz.de

Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung

P O Box 1145, Windhoek +264 61 225 568 info.namibia@kas.de www.kas.de/namibia

Lions Club Windhoek

P O Box 1145, Windhoek +264 61 307 491

Namibia Association of Norway

P O Box 24140, Windhoek +264 61 220 082 namnorwa@mweb.com.na

National Heritage Council (NHC)

Private Bag 12043, Windhoek +264 61 244 375 info@nhc-nam.org www.nhc-nam.org

Rural Peoples' Insitute for Social Empowerment (RISE)

P O Box 50155, Windhoek +264 61 236 029

MUNICIPALITIES & LOCAL AUTHORITIES

Association for Local Authorities in Namibia (ALAN)

P O Box 2721, Windhoek +264 61 240 915/4 alan@@iway.nqa www.alan.org.na

Association of Regional Councils in Namibia (ARC)

P O Box 3379, Windhoek +264 61 229 537 arc@iway.com

Namibian Association of Local Authority Officers (NALAO)

P O Box 2721, Windhoek +264 61 240 914

CITY OF WINDHOEK EMERGENCY SERVICES

Windhoek Fire Station +264 61 211 111

Maxuilili Fire Station +264 61 212 265/ 290 3335

Diaz Fire Station +264 250 084 / 446

Namibian Police +264 61 10 111

City Police

+264 291 2239 / 2018 / 3340 (All hours)

Toll-Free Number: +264 61

302 302

Electricity Failures

+264 290 2452 / 53 / 54

Water and Sewage

+264 290 2402 / 2162 / 3626 / 3777 / 2336

City of Traffic Management Services

+264 61 290 2015

MUNICIPAL SERVICES

Customer Service Officer

+264 61 290 2690 / 2568 / 3777

ACCOUNT ENQUIRIES

Town House

+264 290 2015 / +264 290 2224

Soweto Office

+264 61 290 2766 / 2733

Wanahenda Office

+264 61 290 2723

Okuryangava Office

+264 61 290 3145 / 6

Khomasdal Office

+264 61 290 2536 / 7 / 8

Debt Management Division

Credit Control

+264 61 290 2069

ANIMALS

Chief Health Services

+264 61 290 2496

BUILDING CONTROL

Building Control

+264 61 290 2772

BUILDING PLANS

Chief Building Inspector

+264 61 290 3586 / +264 61 290 2603

BUS SERVICES

Bus Services

+264 61 290 2505

BUSINESS DEPENDENT RESEARCH

Analyst

+264 61 290 2024

BUSINESS PROMOTION AND LIAISON

Analyst: Investment, Promotion, Business Development and Liaison +264 61 290 2577 invest@windhoekcc.org.na

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION

Manager: Community Development +264 61 290 3601

Project Coordinator: Youth Development and Trading +264 61 290 3152

Project Coordinator: Social Welfare +264 61 290 3510

Project Coordinator: Settlement Development +264 61 290 3153

Project Coordinator: Public Participation +264 61 290 2795

OTHER MUNICIPALITIES

Arandis Municipality Mayor: Private Bag 7002, Arandis +264 64 512 415 communications@atc.com. na www.arandistown.com

Aranos Village Mayor: P O Box 157, Aranos +264 63 272 051/ 55 shirley@aranostc.org www.aranostc.org

Aroab Village Council Chairperson:

P O Box 51, Aroab +264 63 280 513 aroabvc@iway.na

Berseba Village Council Chairperson: Private Bag 2043, Keetmanshoop +264 63 257 033 councilberseba@gmail.com

Bethanie Village Council Chairperson: P O Box 74, Bethanie +264 63 283 006

Eenhana Municipality Mayor: Private Bag 88007, Eenhana +264 65 290 600 mueshi@eenhanatc.com.na

Gibeon Village Council Chairperson:

Private Bag 1001, Gibeon +264 63 251 014 / +264 81 227 6076

Gobabis Municipality

P O Box 33, Gobabis +264 62 577 300 info@gobabis.org www.gobabis.org

Gochas Village Council

Chairperson:

P O Box 103, Gochas +264 63 250 019 gochasvc@gmail.com

Grootfontein Municipality

Mayor:

P O Box 23, Grootfontein Tel: +264 67 243 101

Helao Nafidi Municipality Mayor:

Private Bag 503, Helao Nafidi +264 65 260 000 martha@helaonafidi.org

Henties Bay Municipality Mayor:

P O Box 61, Henties Bay +264 64 502 000 Mayor@hbaymun.com.na

Kalkrand Village Council Chairperson:

P O Box 5, Kamanjab +264 63 264 005 Acckalkvc@iway.na

Kamanjab Village Council Chairperson:

P O Box 81, Kamanjab +264 67 330 051

Karasburg Municipality Mayor:

P O Box 33, Karasburg +264 63 270 032 karasburgm@iway.na

Karibib Municipality Mayor:

P O Box 19, Karibib +264 64 550 016 pa2ceo@karibibtown.org

Katima Mulilo Minicipality Mayor:

Private Bag 5009, Katima Mulilo +264 66 264 500 ishamalaza@kmtc.org.na

Keetmanshoop Municipality Mayor: Private Bag 2125, Keetmanshoop +264 63 221 211 info@khpmun.com www.khpmun.com

Khorixas Municipality Mayor: Private Bag 2005, Khorixas +264 67 331 057

Koes Village Council Chairperson: P O Box 68, Koes +264 63 252 747 koesvc@iway.na

Leonardville Village Council Chairperson: P O Box 56, Leonardville +264 62 569 115 leonard@iway.na

Lüderitz Municipality Mayor: P O Box 19, Lüderitz +264 63 207 800 ceo@ltc.com.na www.luderitz-tc.com

Maltahohe Village Council Chairperson P O Box 98, Maltahohe +264 63 293 048

Mariental Municipality Mayor: P O Box 110, Mariental +264 245 600

Nkurenkuru Municipality Mayor: P O Box 6004, Nkurenkuru +264 66 258 089 info@kurenkurupc.com.na

Okahandja Municipality Mayor: P O Box 15, Okahandja +264 62 505 100 mayor@okh.org.na www.okahandja.org.na

Okahao Town Council Mayor: P O Box 699, Okahao +264 65 252 204 info@okahaotc.com.na

Okakarara Municipality

Mayor: P O Box 2104, Okakarara +264 67 317 084 Okakararatc@gmail.com

Omaruru Municipality

Mayor: P O Box 14, Omaruru +264 64 570 028 townclerk@omaruru.na

Otjiwarongo Municipality

Mayor: Private Bag 2209, Otjiwarongo +264 67 302 231 enquiries@otjimun.org.na

Rundu Municipality Mayor: Private Bag 2128, Rundu +264 66 266 400 kanyanga@rundutown.org www.runducity.iway.na

Swakopmund Municipality

Mayor: P O Box 53, Swakopmund +264 64 410 4111 dhanes@swkmun.com.na www.swakopmun.com

Usakos Municipality Mayor: P O Box 67, Usakos +264 64 530 023 usakos@iway.na

Walvis Bay Municipality

Mayor:

Private Bag 5017, Walvis Bay +264 64 201 3111 pr@walvisbaycc.org.na www.walvisbaycc.org.na International dialling code: +264 All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

ALGERIA

Embassies, High Commissions in Namibia, Namibian Missions Abroad & Consulars Representatives

Embassy of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Abdelkarim Diaf 96 Joseph Mukwayu Ithana Street, Ludwigsdorf, Windhoek

Tel: +264 61 221 507

Fax: +264 61 236 376

Email: info@ embassyofalgeria-namibia. org www.embassyofalgerianamibia.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

Ambassador: H.E. Ms Jovelina A.A. Imperial e Costa / Mr Rogerio B.Varela Da Costa

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 General - Ondjiva

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

Email: menongue@mirco. gov.na / menongueconsul@ gmail.com

International dialling code: +264

Angola (Oshakati)

Consulate General of the Republic of Angola in Oshakati

0009 Dr Agostinho Neto Road, 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 Road, 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

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

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. Vasco M. Samupofu / Mrs Samupofu 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, South Africa

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

High Commissioner: H.E. Mr Phemelo Mbi Rankoro 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 / Rev. 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

BRAZIL

Embassy of the Federative Republic of Brazil

Loss Sanmartin / Mr. Jose Antonio Pires de Miranda

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 / Mrs Muvangua

Shis Qi 09, Conjunto 08, Casa 11, Lago Sul, Brasilia DF, Cep: 71625-080

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 20011020, 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

Ambassador: H.E. Ms Vivian

International dialling code: +264

Consulate of Canada 4 Eadie Street, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek,

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

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

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Zhao

Weiping / Mrs Gong 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 / Mrs 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 Building, 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

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Mulu Ajirwa N’owambo Katoto Mrs Chantal Chihuguyu Naweza

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

The Embassy / High Commission of the Republic of Namibia to Congo (DRC)

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Simeon Uulenga / Mrs 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

Ambassador: H.E. Mrs Lauria Ngayino née NgueleMakouelet / Mr Ulviche

Claide Ngayino

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 / Mrs 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

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Sergio Vigoa De La Uz / Mrs Vigoa De La Uz

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 / Mrs /Goagoses

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

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, Pioneers Park, 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

International dialling code: +264 All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

EGYPT

Embassy of The Arab Republic of Egypt

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Wael

Lotfy Ibrahim Batea / Mrs Lamia Mohamed Abubakr Morsy

10 Berg Street, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel.: +264 61 221 501

Fax: +264 61 228 856

embassy.windhoek@mfa. gov.eg

The Embassy / High Commission of the Republic of Namibia to Egypt

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Vilio H Hifindaka | Mrs 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 City 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

Delegation of the European Union

Ambassador: H.E. Mrs Ana Beatriz Martins / Mr Geisler

Europe House, Cnr 2 Newton 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

Ambassador: H.E. Leena Orvokki Viljanen | Mr Ari Pekka Viljanen 2 Crohn Street, Cnr 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 / Mrs 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

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Sébastien Minot 24 Willemien Street, Ludwigsdorf, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 276 700

Fax: +264 61 276 710

Email: cad.windhoekamba@diplomatie.gouv.fr

Honorary Consulate of the French Republic

49, Mandume Ndemufayo, Walvis Bay, Namibia

Tel: +264 64 220 374

Fax: +264 61 88 619 548

The Embassy / High Commission of the Republic of Namibia to France

Ambassador: H. E. Mr Albertus !Aochamub / Mrs !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

Ambassador: H.E. Dr Thorsten Hutter 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 / Mrs Andjaba Reichsstrasse 17, 14052

Berlin, Germany

Tel: +49 30 254 0950

Fax: +49 30 254 09555

Email: info@namibiabotschaft.de / berlin@ mirco.gov.na www.namibia-botschaft.de

Commercial Counselor:

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@namibiatourism.com

Consular, Immigration & Civic Affairs Minister

Counsellor:

Tel: +49 30 254095 31 / 32

Fax: +49 30 25409 552

Email: visa@namibiabotschaft.de

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@TOnline.De

Free Hanseatic City of Hamburg

Trostbrucke 1, 20437, Hamburg, Germany

Tel: +49 40 3609 7052

Cell: +49 175 5823 532

Email: HonorarkonsulNamibia-Hamburg@ 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@namibiahannover.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

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Yakubu Alhassan

5 Nelson Mandela Avenue, Klein Windhoek, Windhoek, Namibia , Tel: 264 61 221 341/2

International dialling code: +264

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

Fax: +264 61 221 343

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 / Mr Musavyi

No. 21 Nortei-Ababio

Street, Airport Residential

Tel: +233 302 799 764 / 765

Fax: +233 302 788 438

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

High Commissioner: H.E. Mr Mandarapu Subbarayudu / Mrs Subbarayudu 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 / Hon. 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

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Wisnu Edi Pratignyo / Mrs Pratignyo

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

International dialling code: +264

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

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Seyed

Ali Sharifi Sadati 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

Cnr 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

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

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

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

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Nishimaki Hisao

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 / Mrs Luswenyo 3-5-7 Amerex Building, 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

High Commissioner: H.E. Mr Michael Sialai / Mrs Anna Sialai

5th Floor, Kenya House, 134 Robert Mugabe Avenue, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 226 836 / 225 900

Fax: +264 61 221 409

Email: kenyanet@mweb. co.na

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

Ambassador: Vacant 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

High Commissioner: Vacant 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 / Mrs 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 Consulate of The Kingdom of Netherlands 03 Schutzen Street, Klein 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

High Commissioner: Vacant 4 General Murtala

Muhammed Avenue, Eros Park, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 232 103 / 4 / 5

Fax: +264 61 221 639

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 / Mrs Geises 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@appiahendresen.com / admin@ appiah-endresen.com

Namibian Honorary Consuls (Abroad) Rogaland

International dialling code: +264

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

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

Embassy of the Portuguese Republic

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Rui

Fernando Sucena Do Carmo / Mrs Motiloa Ubis 4 Karin Street, Ludwigsdorf, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 259 791

Fax: +264 61 259 792

Email: windhoek@mne.pt

Honorary Consulate of Portugal

Hotel Safari, Cnr 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

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Dmitry Lobach 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 / Mrs 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@namibianembassy.ru www.namibian-embassy.ru

International dialling code: +264

Namibian Honorary Consuls (Abroad) Republic of TatarstanKazan

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, Office 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: Mrs Esther M. Mwoombola

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

High Commissioner: H.E. Ms Thenjiwe Ethel Mtintso 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

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

The Embassy / High Commission of the Republic of Namibia to South Africa

High Commissioner: H. E. Mr Veiccoh K. Nghiwete / Mrs 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@appiahendresen.com / admin@ appiah-endresen.com

The Embassy / High Commission of the Republic of Namibia to Sweden

Ambassador: H. E. Mr

George M. Liswaniso / Mrs Liswaniso

Luntmakargatan 86-88, 11351 Stockholm, 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)

Zadunajska 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

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Alberto Pablo De La Calle Garcia

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

Septentrion, Ch-1223 Cologny, Switzerland

Tel: +41 78 796 9686

Email: persuader1@mac. com

TANZANIA

High Commission of the United Republic of Tanzania

High Commissioner: H.E. Mr Ceasar C. Waitara 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 / Mrs Tobias

3 Rifiji Street, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

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

TÜRKIYE

Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye

Ambassador: H.E. Ms Feral

Ҫ. OruҪkaptan

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

ConsulateGeneral of Switzerland

175 Independence Avenue, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 223 853

Fax: +264 61 223 853

Email: windhoek@honrep.ch

Embassy / Permanent Mission of Namibia to the United Nations Office at Geneva and other International Organisations in Switzerland

Ambassador & Permanent Representative: H.E. Mrs Julia Imene-Chanduru / Mr Chanduru

Allée David-Morse 8, Ch1202, 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

International dialling code: +264

Tel: +255 22 260 1903

Fax: +255 22 260 2003

Email: namhcdar@gmail. com / daressalaam@mirco. gov.na

THAILAND

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

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

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

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

High Commissioner: H.E. Mr Charles Moore

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

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Randy W. Berry

38 Metje Street, Klein 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

U.S. Peace Corps (PC)

U.S. Peace Corps 19 Nachtigal Street, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 226 525

Fax: +264 61 224 211

Centres 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. MensahWilliams / Mr 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) Columbus (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

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 Avenue

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, Arizona 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

International dialling code: +264

All telephone and fax numbers without codes are for WINDHOEK, Code 061

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@southernconnections.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 / Mrs 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 Avenue & 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 / Mrs Kandjii

Lot 1 of 7A, Borrowdale Estates, 69 Borrowdale Road, Harare

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

Ambassador: H.E. Mr Giacomo Berruto (Based in Italy) 11 Ewood Street, Ausblick, Windhoek, Namibia

Tel: +264 61 402 842

Fax: +264 61 309 392

Email: g.berutto@ orderofmlata.int / francesca.a@afol.com.na

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OMAKE MOMENTS

Celebrating Namibian Businesses and its people

Best of Namibia 2024 awarded

The Best of Namibia campaign, created by Venture Media and Future Media and proudly sponsored by FlyNamibia, celebrated its first edition’s award ceremony at the end of July. This new public choice awards campaign sought to find the nation’s favourite businesses across various categories and industries. From a nomination phase where the public could nominate any Namibian businesses in predetermined categories, the Best of Namibia team shortlisted finalists in each category. All categories were then open to public voting. With thousands of votes received from you the public, the Best of Namibia was crowned and given the accompanying bragging rights. We’d like to thank our campaign sponsor, FlyNamibia, our auditors CRVW, as well as our individual category sponsors. The Best of Namibia will be back in 2025!

WINNERS

RETAIL

Best Fashion Retailer Woolworths

Best Namibian-Made Fashion or Lifestyle Goods Retailer Shilongo Leather

Best Supermarket for Your Essentials Spar

Best Local Produce Food Lover’s Market

Best Hardware Store Pupkewitz Megabuild

Best Home Appliance Store Nictus

Best Mall/Shopping Centre The Grove Mall

BEVERAGE HOTSPOTS

Best Cafe/Coffee Shop Slowtown

Best Shebeen/Neighbourhood Pub Nico’s

Best Bottle Store Metro Liquor

WEDDINGS & EVENTS

Best Wedding Venue Droombos

Best Conference Venue Droombos

Best Wedding/Event Caterer Droombos

TRAVEL & ACCOMMODATION

Best Hotel Strand Hotel Swakopmund

Best Lodge/Safari Camp Desert Grace

Best Bed and Breakfast/ Guesthouse Atlantic Villa Boutique Guesthouse

Best Campsite Etosha Safari Camp

Best Weekend Getaway Midgard

Best Glamping Etosha Safari – Camping2Go

Best Travel Agent/Tour Operator Gondwana Collection

VEHICLES & MOBILITY

Best New Car Dealership Indongo Toyota

Best Second-Hand Car Dealership Indongo Toyota Automark

Best Auto Repair Workshop Indongo Toyota Windhoek

Best Panel Beaters Star Body Works

Best Tyre Fitment and Automotive Centre TrenTyre

Best Car Rental Namibia2Go

Top Rideshare/Taxi Service or App Yango

Best Bicycle Shop CYMOT

PERSONALITIES & ICONS

Best Local Sports Hero Christine Mboma

Best Namibian Musician Gazza

Best Local Band One Blood

Images:

LIFESTYLE

Best Sports & Recreation Centre

MTC Dome

Top Neighbourhood Gym

Virgin Active

Best Spa and Wellness Centre

Younique Day Spa

Best Nail Tech

Classic nails by Helvi

CHARITIES

Education and Youth Development

Drought Relief Namibia

Health and Wellness

CAN – Cancer Association of Namibia

Environmental Conservation

Drought Relief Namibia

Social Services and Community Development

Charity Work Havannah

Advocacy and Awareness

CAN – Cancer Association of Namibia

Animal Welfare

SPCA Windhoek

FOOD & DINING

Best Family Restaurant Spur

Best Asian or Sushi Restaurant Cape Town Fish Market

Best Seafood Restaurant Cape Town Fish Market

Best spot to go for a Pizza Goodfellas

Best Deli Hartlief

Best Kapana Vendor Dolce & Kapana

Best Ribs Spur

Best Steak Restaurant Butcher’s Block

Best Slap Chips OK Baines

Best Burger Rocco Mamas

Best Place to Buy Biltong Wilhelmstal Padstal

SERVICES

Best Bank

First National Bank

Best Short Term Insurer Old Mutual

Best Health and Medical Services Lady Pohamba Private Hospital

Best Pharmacy Dischem

Best Network Provider MTC

Best Courier Service Nampost

EDUCATION

Best Pre-Primary/Day Care Centre Pikkie Paradys

Best Primary School Pionierspark Primary School

Best High School WHS

Best Higher Education Centre NUST

Achievements by our Network

Health Ministry invests N$16 million in dialysis unit at Katutura Intermediate Hospital

The Ministry of Health and Social Services has commissioned a state-of-the-art dialysis unit at Katutura Intermediate Hospital in Windhoek, marking a milestone in improving public access to critical healthcare services. Minister of Health and Social Services Kalumbi Shangula said the dialysis unit, consisting of 16 beds, has been operational since 17 July 2024.

Celebrating yields in rice and poultry production in the Omusati Region

Last year, Debmarine Namibia sponsored agricultural equipment for the Ogongo Campus, aiming to bolster rice production, enhance poultry development projects and support research, training and community chicken production activities. This investment has proven fruitful, with the campus achieving a significant milestone of harvesting 17 tonnes of rice from seven hectares – an impressive increase from its previous yield on three hectares. Plans are now underway to further expand the rice production to 10 hectares.

Thank you Debmarine Namibia!

Empowering Namibia's Future

Debmarine Namibia, through its commitment to education, capacity and skills development, is empowering Namibia’s future leaders. A total of 26 deserving studens were awarded academic bursaries to pursue fields of knowledge vital to the marine diamond recovery industry.

Thank you Debmarine Namibia!

Africa Online Namibia and Utande Internet Services

Botswana forms a partnership

Africa Online has incorporated Utande Internet Services

Botswana as a new shareholder that will inject capital into Africa Online in exchange for a significant equity stake, providing a significant boost to the company’s growth and service capabilities. Through this partnership, Africa Online is set to enhance its current product range, introducing new enterprise solutions such as cloud services, cyber security, IT hardware and tracking solutions for vehicles and laptops.

Congratulations Africa Online!

Namibia’s Exchange Control Policies Conducive for the Oil and Gas Sector

Namibia’s Exchange Control Policies and Laws remain supportive of the nascent oil and gas sector and are designed to promote a favourable investment environment for foreign direct investments (FDIs) while ensuring the smooth operation of economic activities within this sector.

The Bank of Namibia, as the regulator, is dedicated to enabling an environment that aligns with financial regulations and policies, attracts and retains foreign investment and drives sustainable economic growth in Namibia.

MycoHAB Namibia facility on the outskirts of Windhoek

This exciting initiative is a partnership between Standard Bank and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). It uses encroacher bush and the byproduct of mushroom farming to create bricks which are stronger than concrete and have ecellent insulation properties.

Congratulations Standard Bank on this innovative project!

Manica Group Namibia turns 100

"It's an amazing and historic achievement when a company reaches a 100 years of existence."

Congratulations Manica!

Namibia, Botswana to slash roaming fees in 2024

Namibia and Botswana have agreed to slash roaming charges between the countries by April 2025. This comes as Communication ministers from both countries met in August and decided to expedite the alignment of roaming fees throughout the SADC region.

Namibia to start enforcing visa on arrival for nonreciprocal countries next year

Namibia is set to start implementing visas on arrival for citizens of countries that have not reciprocated the country’s exemption gestures from 1 April 2025.

Visitors can apply online or obtain visas upon arrival. Namibia resolved to introduce entry visa requirements for countries that have not reciprocated its visa exemption policy.

NAM-SA Business Forum

Namibia and South Africa’s business executives are exploring opportunities to increase trade and investment flows between the two countries at the NamibiaSouth African Business Forum and Exhibition. The Forum was hosted by Namibia’s Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade on the margins of the 3rd Session of the Namibia-South Africa BiNational Commission (BNC), co-chaired by His Excellency, Dr Hage G. Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia and H.E. Mr Cyril Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa.

Celebrating Namibia’s achievement in Intellectual Property

Business and Intellectual Property Authority (BIPA) has announced that Namibia has become the first country among 22 member states of the African Regional Intellectual Property Organisation (ARIPO) to ratify the Kampala Protocol on the voluntary registration of Copyright and Related Rights. This significant milestone underscores Namibia's commitment to fostering a vibrant and innovative business environment.

Congratulations BIPA!

Debmarine donates to improve healthcare

In a significant stride towards enhancing healthcare services in Namibia, Debmarine Namibia recently donated essential haemodialysis equipment to the Oshakati Intermediate Hospital. This generous contribution, valued at over N$1.7 million, includes three haemodialysis machines, three overbed tables, three dialysis chairs and one reverse osmosis machine.

DBN and BoN Sign MOU

In a major move to boost economic growth and development, the Bank of Namibia (BoN) and the Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration embodies the spirit of unity and progress, as we leverage our combined expertise to strengthen the resilience of our economy and deliver meaningful impact. Congratulations DBN & BoN!

Nedbank delivers a financial performance

Nedbank Group delivered a strong financial performance for the 12 months to 31 December 2023 compared with the 12-month prior period as headline earnings (HE) increased 11% to N$15.7 billion.

Congratulations Nedbank!

Namibia & Indonesia forge closer ties for economic growth

The bilateral relations between Namibia and Indonesia have experienced significant growth and transformation over the past few years. The diplomatic relationship between Namibia and Indonesia was formally established shortly after Namibia gained independence in 1990. Since then, both countries have engaged in various cooperative ventures. Trade between the two countries has been on a steady rise, particularly over the past five years. In 2023, the total trade volume between the two countries reached US$10.6 million, marking a significant increase from the previous year. This growth highlights the potential and opportunities for further economic engagement.

Namibia commended in HIV and Hepatitis B battle

Namibia is making significant strides in combating the transmission of HIV and Hepatitis B from mother to child, showcasing the effectiveness of government-led initiatives in addressing these two global health challenges, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).

On Monday, 6 May 2024, the WHO awarded Namibia with “silver tier” and “bronze tier” certifications for its progressive trends towards reducing hepatitis B and HIV, respectively.

CoW, MTC combine forces to combat crime using modern technology

Charged with the responsibility to ensure the safety and security within the jurisdiction of the city, coupled with the increasing need for smart policing, the leadership of the Municipal Council of Windhoek and Namibia’s premier digital enabler, MTC, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding which will see the two parties deploy, through the Windhoek City Police Service, more cutting-edge technologies to assist in combatting crime within the city. Thank you MTC and City of Windhoek!

Capricorn corner becomes 1st operational building in Namibia to receive IFC’s edge advanced green building certification

On 28 March 2024, The Capricorn Corner building, Capricorn Group’s state-of-the-art office facilities in Klein Windhoek, earned EDGE Advanced green building certification, the green building certification from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank Group. The certification, presented by EDGE certification partner – Green Business Building Certification Inc. (GBCI), marks the first internationally recognised operational building to be EDGE-certified in Namibia. This achievement also preludes this year’s World Earth Day, highlighting the Group’s progress in environmental stewardship. Congratulations Capricorn!

UNAM students lead the charge in oral health education and community outreach

In the spirit of fostering a healthier community, the University of Namibia’s School of Dentistry, along with the Dental Students Association of Namibia, marked World Oral Health Day through an impactful community outreach initiative. This year’s theme, “Happy Mouth, Happy Body,” resonated across the activities held recently, emphasising the deep connection between oral health and overall well-being. Thank you UNAM!

Multichoice Namibia hosts masterclass with South African filmmaker Muneera Sallies

MultiChoice Namibia teamed up with famed South African director, producer and KykNET commissioning editor, Muneera Sallies, to host a masterclass for women in the local film and tv industry, themed: ‘owning your professional space’. Thank you Multichoice Namibia!

Award Winning Central Bank

The Bank of Namibia has been honoured with the prestigious Transparency Award at the Annual Central Banking Awards! This recognition highlights our unwavering commitment to transparency and effective communication of our monetary policy.

Health & Wellness as a Leader with Pupkewitz Motors and Birgit Hoffmann

It is wonderful to see Namibia Trade Network clients working together to enhance the workplace!

When leaders prioritise their wellbeing, they set a powerful example, boosting morale and productivity across an organisation.

Congratulations to Pupkewitz Motors for investing in such an important area of its business.

Atlanta Airport inks pact with Namibia’s NAC

Seeking to promote economic growth and development and cultivate a relationship for mutual benefit, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and the Namibia Airports Company (NAC) signed a Sister Airports agreement between ATL and Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH).

Congratulations to the NAC!

Shiimi wins Finance Minister of the Year Award

Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi has been named the Minister of Finance of the Year at the African Banker Awards 2024. According to the African Banker Awards committee, Shiimi was recognised for his exceptional leadership and significant contributions to Namibia's economic growth and financial stability.

We extend our congratulations to Hon. Shiimi on receiving this prestigious award. The Namibia Trade Network commends your contributions toward ensuring sustainable growth for the Namibian economy.

Telecom Namibia CEO and Trade minister nominated for leadership awards

Telecom Namibia CEO Stanley Shanapinda, PhD and Minister of Industrialisation and Trade Lucia Iipumbu was nominated for the Africa Business Leadership Awards 2024, recognising their contributions to industry and the country’s economic growth.

City of Windhoek launches City App

The City of Windhoek is proud to announce the launch of the innovative City App, available on Apps Store for both IOS, Android and the App Gallery for Huawei devices. The App enables users to access municipal statements, submit meter readings, report incidents, verify taxis and businesses, and check traffic fines, among other functionalities.

Congratulations CoW on the innovative development!

Stories that Matter with Debmarine – Filling hearts and stomachs

This story is one where kindness and generosity filled hearts as well as stomachs, and through these acts of kindness children are able to focus on learning in their classrooms. Acting Principal of Green Leaves Primary School, Ms. Sofia Haipinge expressed profound gratitude to Debmarine Namibia employees and she stressed the significance of such acts of goodwill, highlighting them as demonstrations of community support and compassion. Ms. Haipinge emphasised the importance of ensuring that students have access to food during break times, noting that it helps prevent them from missing classes due to hunger.

Omake Moments: The Business Breakfast Club

NAMIBIA TRADE NETWORK HOSTS FIRST BUSINESS BREAKFAST

CLUB OF 2024

Another insightful event for thought leaders and captains of industry took place in the capital, the first of the Namibia Trade Network’s Business Breakfast Club (BBC) for the year. The Business Breakfast Club offers a platform for members to engage with like-minded individuals and stay up to date with the latest trends and developments in a wide array of fields.

As the Namibia Trade Network’s 2023/24 publication is centred around the theme of sustainable growth, it was fitting to start off the year with an event that looked at learning and development within the landscape of sustainable growth.

The BBC, a platform for networking events and conversations, hosted a thoughtful panel discussion with experts on the topic. The panel included Nina Louw, Head of Strategy and Business Development at FirstRand Namibia, Julia Muetudhana, the Executive for Talent, Innovation and Productivity at NIPDB and Elke Hanstein, the Debmarine Senior HR Manager. These industry leaders shared insights into how businesses can foster a culture of continuous learning and adapt to the demands of a rapidly evolving economic landscape.

Hosted at The Stellenbosch Wine Bar, a captive audience was in attendance as the panel unpacked questions that looked at the corporate culture and approach to organisational learning, as well as the most sought-after skills currently lacking in the Namibian labour market.

Another intriguing discussion of the panellists centred around how companies can be part of the solution in preparing for a future where certain sectors are expanding rapidly and skilled labour is becoming a necessity. As Nina Louw explained, it is crucial for companies to foster intergenerational, intercultural and interdisciplinary learning environments to facilitate the crucial skills transfer from the leaders of today to the future leaders. The panellists debated on how best to address the skills gap in the Namibian labour market, particularly in light of burgeoning sectors such as energy.

As Namibia stands on the cusp of significant economic expansion, the BBC’s discussions underscored the critical need for strategic and continuous investment in human capital development. As Julia Muetudhana put it, “Learning is the humility to continue growing.”

The conversation also explored tangible strategies for embedding long-term thinking and sustainability into corporate learning initiatives. Each speaker detailed their viewpoints on how we can enhance operational productivity while still contributing to societal progress through inclusive and sustainable educational practices. Another key takeaway, as outlined by the panellists, was ways for companies to expand their learning opportunities without incurring additional costs.

The Business Breakfast Club Namibia is an exclusive membership-based event series designed for professionals and business leaders who are looking to expand their networks and gain valuable insights into various Namibian industries. With a focus on fostering meaningful connections and promoting knowledge sharing, each event features industry talks from experts and thought leaders, providing members with unique opportunities to learn from some of the most successful and innovative minds in business. Whether you are an entrepreneur, executive, or simply looking to connect with other professionals, the Business Breakfast Club Namibia offers an unparalleled opportunity to expand your network and deepen your knowledge of trade and industry. Learn more at www.bbcnam.com.

The Namibia Trade Network and the Namibia Trade Network’s Business Breakfast Club are initiatives of Venture Media, a 100% Namibian publishing house with expertise in content creation, creative concept development, publishing, social media management and video production. Focusing on the pillars of tourism, conservation and industry promotion, Venture Media’s three decades of expertise position them as an industry leader in the distribution of accurate, credible, up-to-date and regular information in print, film and on social media.

First published in the May 2024 issue of FlyNamibia Magazine.

CULTIVATING CONNECTIONS AND KNOWLEDGE Omake Moments: The Business Breakfast Club

In Namibia's business landscape, success often hinges on personal connections, where business dealings thrive on the strength of interpersonal relationships. At the forefront of this dynamic exchange is the Namibia Trade Network's Business Breakfast Club — a prestigious membership-based event series designed to empower professionals with valuable networking opportunities and in-depth industry knowledge.

The Business Breakfast Club Namibia is positioning itself as the platform brimming with opportunity for entrepreneurs, executives and aspiring professionals alike, offering a platform to stay abreast of the latest trends and developments shaping Namibia's industries. Dedicated to facilitating meaningful interactions and promoting knowledge-sharing, the Business Breakfast Club serves as a catalyst for growth and innovation within Namibia's business community.

For professionals and business leaders seeking to expand their networks, deepen their knowledge and make meaningful contributions to Namibia's business community, the Business Breakfast Club Namibia offers an unparalleled opportunity for growth and enrichment.

Each event features an unmissable panel discussion led by esteemed experts and thought leaders, offering invaluable insights into various sectors of the economy. The upcoming event in July 2024 promises another compelling panel discussion led by distinguished Namibian industry leaders, focusing on ‘Innovation, Technology and Communication’.

Previous panel discussions have featured esteemed figures such as Conrad Dempsey, Chief Executive Officer at FirstRand Namibia Group, shedding light on the critical significance of responsible economic development within Namibia's trade and investment sectors. Additionally, panels have included influential voices like Julia Muetudhana, Executive for Talent, Innovation and Productivity at NIPDB, who offered insights into fostering a culture of continuous learning within businesses to navigate the challenges of an ever-changing economic environment. Notably, Julia was quoted as saying, "Learning is the humility to continue growing," encapsulating the essence of embracing ongoing growth and development.

To learn more and become a part of this vibrant community, visit www.bbcnam.com and embark on a journey of discovery, connection and success with the Business Breakfast Club Namibia.

The Business Breakfast Club was launched under the Namibia Trade Network publication as a value addition to its Network of businesses, business professionals and government. The Namibia Trade Network’s purpose is to assist government, businesses and business professionals in promoting investment, trade and development both locally and internationally by sharing stories and the successes of home-grown entities and connecting individuals and businesses to help collectively forge a future for Namibian trade and industry. It is the official publication used to showcase Namibia to the rest of the world.

Omake Moments: The Business Breakfast Club

NAMIBIA TRADE NETWORK HOSTS LATEST EDITION

OF THE BUSINESS BREAKFAST CLUB

Another fascinating instalment of the Namibia Trade Network's Business Breakfast Club (BBC) took place in the capital, under the theme Innovation, Technology and Communication. The event was packed with business professionals eager to hear more from the diverse speakers who came to share the latest trends, discuss Namibian innovation and suggest solutions to challenges in this space.

Speakers for this instalment included Jesaya Hano-Oshike, the co-founder & Director of the Basecamp Business Incubator, Naude Muller, with a wealth of experience building tech startups in Namibia, including co-founding PayToday and IDToday, Linda McLeod, the Acting Manager in Startup & Scale Unit at the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board as well as Yarukeekuro Ndorokaze, the Chief Strategic Communications and Support Engagements at the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRa).

McLeod shared that “Namibia is the perfect launch pad for emerging technologies and industries.” She posed the question, “How do we prepare ourselves?” She excitedly shared why Namibia is on the verge of amazing things and important legislation to support this. McLeod went on to share that “we already have well-established industries like the financial industry. How can we be a sandbox for other countries?”

When talking about technology, McLeod spoke about how it’s hard to compare ourselves with international standards when it comes to technological uptake because while this might be true in Windhoek, it’s not the same case in rural areas. As she explained, “I think it's a digital divide but we are moving forward.”

Ndorokaze shared that at NamRa, although a relatively young organisation, they are constantly striving towards innovation as one of its strategic objectives. However, he shared that while they are focusing on creating a reliable way to submit tax returns digitally, many Namibians still prefer to work with printed documents, demonstrating the digital appetite in the country.

Hano-Oshike raised the question about what can be done to ensure that we focus on the promotion of the benefits of “using technology so that people would see the benefit.” He added that a lot is happening in the country in terms of innovation and technology.

Muller echoed sentiments about the exciting innovation happening here and shared thought-provoking stories from his experience as an engineer and business founder. An interesting takeaway for the audience came when he shared what he is currently working on, which leverages WhatsApp. He told the audience this is an underused tool that he recommends all businesses look into. As he explained, “The functionality and the flow functionality that WhatsApp is bringing out is going to be a major game changer. It's a way to reach your clients and you can run complicated processes in the background.”

Hosted at the exclusive Stellenbosch Wine Bar, the Business Breakfast Club Namibia is an exclusive membership-based event series designed for professionals and business leaders who are looking to expand their networks and gain valuable insights into various Namibian industries, with a focus on fostering meaningful connections and promoting knowledge sharing. Each event features industry talks from experts and thought leaders, providing members with unique opportunities to learn from some of the most successful and innovative minds in business. Whether you are an entrepreneur, executive, or simply looking to connect with other professionals, the Business Breakfast Club Namibia offers an unparalleled opportunity to expand your network and deepen your knowledge of trade and industry. Learn more at www.bbcnam.com.

The Namibia Trade Network and the Namibia Trade Network's Business Breakfast Club are key initiatives of Venture Media, a wholly Namibian-owned publishing and media company renowned for its expertise in content creation, storytelling and media production. With a focus on tourism, conservation and industry promotion, Venture Media leverages its three decades of experience to lead the industry in delivering accurate, credible and up-to-date information across print, video and digital platforms.

Omake Moments: The Business Breakfast Club

THE BROADER IMPORTANCE OF EMPLOYEE WELLNESS

In today’s high-pressure, fast-paced business world, employee wellness has evolved from a mere perk to a strategic necessity. It is no longer enough to simply offer benefits or tick boxes on an annual report. Companies must recognise that people are the true drivers of success and that their wellbeing is integral to both productivity and sustainable growth.

In a dynamic panel discussion hosted by the Business Breakfast Club, three leading experts came together to explore the critical role of employee wellness in today’s rapidly changing work environments. Birgit Hoffman (chief executive officer of Emoneko, executive coach and organisational psychologist), Michelle McCulloch (clinical psychologist) and Sara Kapiye (chief human capital officer at the Development Bank of Namibia) shared valuable insights on best practices for fostering workplace wellness. They also addressed common challenges, while discussing the future of wellness initiatives.

Beyond a buzzword

The conversation began with a strong reminder: employees are human beings first, workers second. Michelle emphasised that personal challenges and emotional struggles inevitably affect performance. “When employees come to work, they are human beings first,” she said. Birgit added that organisations need to recognise that people – not systems or buildings – are the true drivers of business success. “People are the ones driving results,” she explained. Sara further emphasised that employee wellness is critical to organisational success, noting that in Namibia, there is a growing recognition of the link between employee wellbeing and productivity. “Organisations must understand that when employees are healthier, they are more engaged, more productive and ultimately contribute to the bottom line,” she said.

The gap between wellness rhetoric and reality

While many organisations publicly claim to prioritise wellness, the reality often falls short. Michelle noted that despite companies’ public statements about employee wellbeing, many wellness programmes are “more about optics than real support”. However, Birgit expressed optimism, pointing to the positive shifts she has seen in Namibia. Companies are realising that investing in employee wellness is not just about reducing turnover, but about nurturing leadership for future success. As she put it, “Companies that care for their employees are setting themselves up for long-term growth.”

Sara echoed Birgit’s sentiment, highlighting that many Namibian organisations are making strides in improving their

wellness programmes. “The pandemic forced companies to confront the reality that wellness needs to be embedded in the organisational culture, not just as a series of short-term initiatives,” Sara said. She also added that integrating wellness into leadership development is a key step towards sustainable success.

The role of leadership in employee wellness

Leaders are at the heart of creating a wellness-focused culture. Birgit emphasised that wellness is not just about offering benefits or programmes – it is about setting a tone where wellbeing is valued at every level. “Leaders must actively create an environment where wellness is a priority,” she said.

Sara emphasised that leadership development plays a key role in shaping the wellness culture. She highlighted that leaders must lead by example, prioritising their own wellness and modelling positive behaviour for their teams. “Leaders must be champions of wellness, not just in words but through action,” she said.

The individual’s role in wellness

A central theme that emerged from the discussion was the importance of individual responsibility in maintaining wellness. “Mental health requires effort,” Michelle pointed out. “It’s not just about getting tools from therapy; you have to apply them.” Birgit stressed that while organisations are responsible for creating a supportive environment, individuals must take ownership of their wellbeing. “Wellness isn’t just a programme you follow – it’s a lifelong skill,” she said.

Global trends in employee wellness

Birgit pointed out that technology is playing a growing role in shaping the future of wellness. Wearable devices and selfcoaching apps are making it easier for employees to track their own wellbeing and take proactive steps towards better health. “We’re moving away from a one-size-fits-all approach,” she said. “Wellness needs to be tailored to each individual.”

Sara agreed with the importance of personalisation, noting that wellness is becoming more accessible through digital platforms. “The rise of technology is helping bridge gaps, especially in remote or underserved areas, by offering wellness resources at employees’ fingertips,” she said.

The discussion highlighted that by fostering a culture of care, promoting self-leadership and integrating wellness into everyday work life, both employees and employers can thrive together.

A

Advertising 28–30, 34–35, 48, 154

Aesthetic Centre Olympia 117, 123

Africa Online 131, 203

Agribank 40, 47, 182

Agriculture 1, 6, 10, 13, 24, 38–41, 75, 78, 82, 91, 97, 134, 172

Agronomy 40

Artificial Intelligence (AI) 81, 87, 121, 123

AIDS 26, 116

Air transport 168, 175

AJM Tax Consulting 94

Alexforbes Investments Namibia 96

Amutanga Trading Enterprises 51 Angola 9, 137, 157, 163, 168–169, 178, 189, Back cover

Ashburton Investments 101

August 26 Manufacturing (Pty) Ltd 143

Austria 157–158, 189–190

B

B2Gold mine 147

Bakpro 141

Bank of Namibia 39, 48, 75, 78, 80, 84, 86–87, 107, 137, 147, 167, 204–205

Bank Windhoek 50, 95

Banking 11, 36, 63, 67, 84, 86, 95, 98–99

BE Wellness 183

Beef 39

Biomass 12, 148, 152–153

Birgit Hoffmann Executive Coaching 55

Blacktail 107

Blueberries 9, 40

Blue Economy 106–108

Botswana 9, 10, 39, 72, 95, 130, 132, 137, 157–158, 163, 167–169, 178, 190, 203–204, Back cover Bravura Namibia 97

Business 46–48

Business and Intellectual Property Authority 204

Byte Able 184

C

Capricorn Group 84, 95

Cargo handling 167–168, 171–172

Cattle 39, 42, 45, 72, 82

Cellular 10, 130

Cereals 9, 39, 76

Chicken 40, 44

China 10, 39, 80–81, 107–108, 190

Circular economy 140

Citrus fruit 9, 40

Cleanergy Solutions Namibia 154

Clinics 115–116

Collexia Payments 51, 184

Common Monetary Area 86

Connectivity 13, 131–133, 135

Conservation 13, 34–35, 41, 65, 97, 151, 158, 161–162, 173, 185, 202, 207, 209

Construction 9, 63, 82, 99, 137–138, 152–153, 158, 167–168, 171–172, 186

Containers 168, 171, 178

Conveyancers 63

Index

Copper 6, 13, 81, 147, 167

Corridors 9, 17, 137, 168, 178

Country Economic Diversification

Strategy 12

Covid-19 3, 9, 12, 115, 124, 176

Crustaceans 107

Customs 6, 11, 24, 26, 75, 168–169

D Dairy 39–40, 42

Data analytics 134

Dates 9, 40

Debmarine 203–204, 206, Inside Back

Democracy 11, 47, 186

Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) 9–10, 107, 132, 137, 168–169, 178–179, 191

Dentistry 116, 122, 126, 205

Development Bank of Namibia 17, 47, 76, 167, 181, 204

Diamond 6, 10, 13, 46, 77–78, 147–149, 151, 203

Dinapama Manufacturing and Supplies 51

Doing business 14, 47–48, 160, 172

Discover Airlines 168

Dynamic Water Solutions 51, 184

E

Economic development/growth 3, 10, 12, 14, 17, 24, 47, 50, 65, 78, 80, 82, 87, 95, 97, 99, 104, 109, 132, 149, 154, 167, 169, 178, 203–206, 208

Economic outlook 1, 77, 167

Economy 1, 3, 6, 10–12, 14, 24, 35–36, 48, 50, 56, 75–78, 80–81, 86, 88, 99, 134, 138, 147, 149, 151, 153, 157, 181, 204, 206, 208

ED&I 151

Education 25, 36, 41, 44, 48, 55, 67–73, 104–105, 133–134, 150, 173, 185–186, 202–203, 205

Electricity 6, 11, 26, 48, 55, 80, 82, 147–149, 152–153, 155, 187

Elephant 6, 161, 165

Emed Medical Centre 121

Emergency services 6, 174, 187

Employees 56, 63, 95, 99, 109,124, 129, 135, 145, 151, 153, 155, 172–173, 181, 206, 210

Emssence 183

Energy 12, 24, 76–78, 81, 88, 97, 104–105, 134, 146–149, 152–155, 172, 207

Engineering 152–154

Entrepreneurship 3, 21, 27, 50, 145, 181–182

Environment 1, 3, 6, 13, 27, 35, 41, 64–65, 67, 72, 78, 94, 99, 104–105, 107–109, 134, 140, 142, 149, 151–153, 158–159, 173, 176, 185–186, 202, 205

Equiano subsea cable 130, 132

Erongo Marine Enterprises 112–113

Eros Airport 6, 119, 175-177

ESG 65, 104, 142, 172

Essentra Components 142

Etosha National Park 158, 160–162, 165

Etosha Fishing Corporation 51, 109

European Central Bank 77–78, 80

Exports 10, 27, 39–40, 42, 78, 167, 171, 178

Eye Care 118, 127

F

Farming 29, 39–40, 98, 108, 154

Federal Reserve 78

Feedmaster 45, 124

Feeds 45, 124

Fibre 129–130, 132–133, 135

Finance 74–76

Fiscal policy 78

Fish 10, 12, 72, 107–108, 111, 137, 167

Fisher, Quarmby & Pfeifer 66–67

Fishing 6, 10, 24, 107–111, 154, 171, 178

Fish River Canyon 161

FlyNamibia 35, 168, 174–176, 200

FNB Namibia 50, 98–100

Food 12, 25–26, 39, 41, 50, 56, 64, 72, 76, 80–81, 109, 111, 124, 134, 137, 139, 154, 157, 181–182, 202, 206

Footwear 143

Foreign exchange 9, 80, 100, 107, 158

Forestry 39

Fossil fuels 134

France 107, 157–158, 163, 192

Francois Erasmus and Partners 62–63

Freight 168, 172, 175

Future Media 29–30

G

GDP 1, 10, 13, 69, 72, 75–76, 78–80, 147–149, 157–158, 181–182

Gendev Fishing Group 109

Germany 39, 80, 157–158, 160, 163, 192

Gloria’s Food Hub 183

Goats 39, 42, 45, 139

Gold 6, 10, 13, 81, 90, 137, 147–148

Government 9–12, 17–27, 29, 42, 48, 55, 70, 72, 75, 83–84, 86, 111, 129–130, 134, 137, 147–148, 151, 153, 158, 167, 175, 178, 205, 208

Granite 6, 13, 161–162

Grapes 9, 12, 40

Green economy 12

Green hydrogen 9–10, 13, 76, 148–149, 154, 167, 176

Guan’s Packaging 140

H

Hair Transplant Surgery 117

Hake 107–109

Hangana Seafood 109

Hartlief 51, 202

Healthcare 114–116

Hepatitis B 115, 205

HIV 26, 115, 205

Horse Mackerel 107–109

Horticulture 9, 40

Hosea Kutako International Airport 6, 167–168, 176–177, 206

Hospitality Association of Namibia 51, 157, 159

Hospitals 6, 11, 115–116, 126, 138

Hotels 52, 90

Housing 48, 99, 104, 135, 137–138, 187

I Imports 9–10, 39–40, 78, 152, 171, 178

Inflation 76–81

Information and communication technology 128–130

Infrastructure 6, 9–11, 13, 17, 24, 47, 82, 97, 104–105, 115, 130, 132–135, 137, 167–168, 171–172, 178

Innovation 1, 3, 14, 50, 61, 86–87, 99, 103, 109, 127, 132–135, 140, 142–143, 149, 154–155, 160, 167, 208–209

International Monetary Fund 1, 80 Internet 129, 133–134

Investment 3, 10–17, 24, 35, 47–48, 55, 77–78, 84, 88–93, 9597, 99, 101, 102, 104–105, 132, 135, 148–149, 169, 182, 203, 208

Investors 11, 14, 24, 36, 47, 84, 96, 99, 105

Italy 107, 139, 158, 163, 193

J JJ Nam Chemicals 51, 184

Job creation 14, 47, 99, 104, 147, 173, 181

Journeys Namibia 161

K

Kabeljou 107

Kalahari Holdings 56–57

Kavango East 9, 40

Kavango West 41, 69, 115

Kelp Blue Namibia 108, 109 Komnik & Franck 52

Kunene 6

L Laboratories 124

Labour Act 48, 67

Lady Pohamba Private Hospital 120, 202

Langer Heinrich mine 147, 149

Law 58–59, 62–63, 66–67, 94

Lead 6, 13, 148, 167

LearnOnOne 71

Lefa Transportation Services 51, 184

Legal practitioners 63

Leon Engelbrecht Design 183

Lexna Insurance 51

Lion 6, 161, 165

Lithium 6, 13, 137, 147–149

Livestock 39–40, 42–43, 45, 72, 82

Lodges 52, 158, 161–162

Logistics 9, 13, 48, 132, 166–168, 172, 175, 178–179

Lüderitz 6, 9, 17, 47, 69, 107–109, 138, 167–168, 171–172, 176–179, 186, 188

Lufthansa 168

M

Maize 39–40, 56, 81

Manganese 13, 137, 147, 167

Manica Group Namibia 172–173, 204

Manufacturing 6, 9, 24, 27, 36, 64, 77–78, 82, 91, 124, 136–137, 140, 142–143, 181–182

Marble 6, 13, 148

Mariculture 108

Marine services 172

Market access 10–13, 42, 182, Back cover

Meat Board of Namibia 39, 42 Meatco 39–40, 47, 138

Media 6, 28–37, 97, 131 Medical Aid 116, 119, 125–126 Medical Rescue Africa 119, 175, 186

Mello Foods 51

Mining 6, 10–11, 13, 24, 54, 67, 75–78, 81–82, 90, 99, 137, 146–151, 171–172, 175, 178

Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism 23, 41, 157, 159

Ministry of Health and Social Services 23, 115–116, 203 Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security 22, 178

Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade 3, 12, 17, 23, 27, 47–48, 178, 181-182, 204

Ministry of Information and Communication Technology 23, 130

Ministry of Works and Transport 22, 138, 178

Mobile Telecommunications 129–130, 134 – 135, 136 Monetary policy 76–78, 80, 205 Monkfish 107 MSMEs 14, 27, 47, 180–182

MTC 50, 91, 129, 135, 202, 205

MultiChoice Namibia 32 N

N/a’an ku sê Wildlife Experience 51

NAM-MIC 88–91

Namdeb 150–151

Namib Laboratories 124

Namib Mills 51, 141

Namib-Naukluft National Park 162

Namibia 4x4 Hire 164

Namibia Airports Company 168, 176–178, 206

Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry 17, 48, 50, 178, 182

Namibia Craft Centre 183

Namibia Dairies 51

Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust 110–111

Namibia Local Business Association 48

Namibia Padel 183

Namibia Plastic Converters 65

Namibia Polymer Recyclers 64

Namibia Revenue Agency 6, 48, 76, 209

Namibia Statistics Agency 48, 76, 181

Namibian Stock Exchange 76, 95, 108, 129

Namibia Tourism Board 51, 160

Namibia Trade Forum 17

Namibia Training Authority 48, 69–70

Namibia Wildlife Resorts 159, 163

Namibian Agronomic Board 40

Namibian Association of Medical Aid Funds 116, 125

Namibian Broadcasting Corporation 29–31

Namibian Chamber of Environment 35, 99, 159

Namibian Employers’ Federation 48, 186

Namibian Manufacturers Association 50

Namport 167, 171

NamPower Inside Front, 148, 152–153

Natural resources 1, 3, 11, 13, 41, 47, 149

Nature’s Track Health Foods 51, 184

Navachab mine 147

Nedbank 204

NEO Paints 144–145

Netherlands 157–158, 194

Neuras Wine & Wildlife Estate 51

Newspapers 29-31

NIPDB 14–15, 47-48, 182

Notaries 63

O

O&L Brand X 51

Obaye Trading 51

Offshore 101, 186

Ohlthaver & List Group 50–51, 154

Oil and gas 13, 67, 76, 78, 81, 99, 148, 171–172, 174–176, 203

Okavango 6

Old Mutual 104–105, 181, 202

Olympia Eye & Laser Centre 127

Olympia Optics 118

Ondili 162

OneAfrica 29–30, 31, 71

Ongava Game Reserve 165

Ongwediva Medipark 122

Onguza 139

Onions 40

Optometry 118, 126

Oranjemund 132, 151

Oryx Properties Limited 65, 84

Oshakati Premier Electric 155

Osino Resources 147, 149

Otjikoto Biomass Power Station 152–153

Outreach Centres 115–116

Outsourcing Solutions 51, 184

Oysters 108

P

Packaging 56, 64–65, 108, 137, 140

Paladin Energy 147

Paratus 95, 129–130, 132

Patient care 119, 122

Penduka Trust 51

Pension Fund 11

Perennial rivers 6

Photography 34, 53, 163

Pick n Pay Namibia 51

Pigs 42, 82

Pilchards 107–109

Plastic Packaging (Pty) Ltd 64

Ports 10, 17, 167–168, 171–172, 178

Poultry 39–40, 42, 45, 91, 124, 203

Power Inside front, 12, 105, 133–134, 148–149, 152–153, 155, 173

PPE 143

Printing 30, 56, 173

Private equity 88, 104–105

Private hospitals 116, 126

Procurement 64, 69, 115, 152–153

Productivity 27, 64, 86, 134–135, 172, 206–207, 210

Property 65–67, 90, 97–98, 101, 104–105, 154

PSEMAS Complimed 126

Public administration 48

Public healthcare 115–116

Public holidays 7

Public services 46–48

Pupkewitz Motors 60–61, 206

PwC Namibia 92-93

R

Radio 29–31

Radiology 115, 122, 186

Railway 6, 9, 167–168, 178

Real estate 36, 48, 90

RealGood Chicken 44

Renaissance Health Medical Aid Fund 125

Renewable energy 1, 12, 78, 105–105, 134, 148–149, 152–155

Rent-a-Drum 54

Repo rate 76, 78–80

Restaurants 52, 90

Retail 29, 36, 48, 52, 81–82, 98, 111, 129, 154, 172, 181–182, 200 Rhino 6, 165, 186

RMB 102-103

Road Fund Administration 158, 168

Road infrastructure 9–11, 137, 168

Rule of law 9, 11, 47

S

Salt 13, 90, 167

Savanna Beef 39

School of Veterinary Medicine 72

Sheep 39, 42, 45, 82

Shell 148–149

Shipping 10, 154, 167, 171–172

Shoprite Namibia 51

Signa Aviation Services 170

Silver 6, 13

Silver cob 107

Simonis Storm 77–85

SMEs 3, 75, 95, 98–99, 111, 138, 153, 181

Social responsibility 63, 109, 133, 140, 161

Socio-economic development/ growth 88–89, 132, 151, 178

Solar 11–12, 65, 81, 99, 104, 134, 149, 151, 155

South Africa 9–10, 29, 39–40, 64, 72, 77–78, 80, 84, 94, 107–108, 124, 126, 130, 137, 157–158, 163, 168–169, 171, 178–179, 195, 204, Back cover

Southern African Customs Union 11, 24, 26, 75–76

Southern African Development Community 9–11, 24, 137, 167–169, 178

Spain 39, 107, 158, 196

Spred Investments 51, 184

State-owned enterprises 19, 47, 163, 171

Support local 50, 145

Suricate Tours & Car Hire 164

Susan Nel 53

Sustainability 1, 3, 35, 41, 50, 78, 103, 134, 140, 142–143, 149, 151, 158, 163, 172, 176, 207

Sustainable growth 1, 3, 35, 65, 86, 206–207, 210

Swakop Vellies 183

Switzerland 157–158, 163, 196, 198

T

Tantalum 13

Tax 6, 47–48, 67, 75–76, 94, 209

Tax consulting 94

Team Namibia 50–51

TechGeeks Namibia 183

Technology 36, 69–70, 118, 123–124, 127, 205, 208–210

Telecom Namibia 50, 129, 132–133, 206

Telephone services 130

Television 29–31

Textiles 108, 137, 143

The Brief 29, 36

The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia 30, 48, 129, 134

The Book Den 183

Tin 13

Tomatoes 40

TotalEnergies 148–149

Tourism 1, 10, 13, 24, 34–35, 82, 97–98, 156–163, 175, 207, 209

Trade 2–3, 9–11, 17, 24, 27, 35, 40, 42, 47–48, 69, 78, 82, 95, 132, 139, 169, 171, 178, 182, 204–205, 207–209, Back cover

Training 3, 13, 25, 27, 41, 44, 52, 61, 63, 69–70, 72, 99, 116–117, 119, 141, 145, 170, 172–175, 181–182, 203

Trans-Cunene Corridor 137, 178

Trans-Kalahari Corridor 9, 48, 137, 167–168, 178

Trans-Oranje Corridor 137, 178

TransNamib 47, 167, 178

Transport 6, 9–10, 13, 47–48, 56, 80, 82, 91, 111, 119, 166–168, 172, 175, 178

Transhipment 178

Treasury 83–84, 103

TribeFire Studios 30

Trigon Metals 147

Tsau //Khaeb (Sperrgebiet)

National Park 9, 148, 151

Tulande Online 51, 184

Tunacor Group 109

TVET 69–70

U UNAIDS 26

United Kingdom (UK) 11, 39, 80, 107, 157–158, 163, 197

United States of America (USA) 80, 157–158, 163, 197

University of Namibia 69–70, 72–73, 205

Unmatched Potential Coaching 51, 184

Uranium 6, 10, 13, 77, 147–149

Urban Friction 183

V

Vegetables 76

Venture Media 34–35

W

Walvis Bay 6, 9–10, 17, 70, 107–109, 137–138, 140, 144–145, 148, 158, 167–169, 171–172, 176–179, 188, Back cover

Walvis Bay Corridor Group 17, 167, 178–179

Walvis Bay-Ndola-Lubumbashi

Development Corridor 137, 178

Waste management 9, 54, 64, 140

Water 6, 11, 48, 65, 78, 82, 124, 134, 147, 149, 153, 162, 173, 187

Westair Aviation 174–175

West coast steenbras 107 Wheat 39–40, 81

WHO 26, 115–116, 205

Wholesale 48, 52, 82, 111, 181–182

Wind 10–12, 81, 105, 134, 151

Windhoek 55

WKH 58–59

Woermann & Brock 51

Wolfshag 147

Workforce 11, 13, 145, 151, 157–158, 175, 181–182

Z

Zambia 9–11, 72, 107, 132, 137, 157, 163, 168–169, 178–179, 198, Back cover

Zambezi 6, 47, 69, 107, 169, 186

Zimbabwe 9–10, 72, 137, 169, 178, 198, Back cover

Zinc 6, 13, 148, 167

A trade and manufacturing basket filled with opportunities

With easy market access through beneficial relationships among S ADC 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, Botsw ana, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe.

The direct access to the major road corridors, the air and sea anchorages of Walvis Bay GIVES the best strategic positioning to Namibia as a transport hub f or regional and international trade between SADC countries, Europe, the America s and BEYOND

MINISTRY OF INDUSTRIALISATION & TRADE

Executive Director – Mr Sikongo Haihambo

Telephone: +264 61 283 7332

Email: Sikongo.Haihambo@Mit.gov.na

Website: www.mit.gov.na