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Catherine Shipushu said the permit will enhance the country's ability to attract and retain investors
“"Namibia has taken a significant step towards strengthening its global competitiveness as a viable investment destination with the launch of a new Employment Permit to Conduct Business (Investor Permit), providing qualifying investors with a more streamlined and predictable process to establish and operate businesses in the country. The permit will enhance the country's ability to effectively attract and retain investors who contribute to sustainable economic growth," NIPDB's Acting Executive of Competitiveness and Branding, Catherine Shipushu, said.”
NIPDB urges investors to apply for new Investor PermitThe Namibian
Catherine Shipushu says Namibia's inclusion in the campaign was a significant milestone for the country's global positioning
“NIPDB spokesperson Catherine Shipushu says Namibia's inclusion in the campaign was a significant milestone that would place the country's landscapes and economic potential before a global audience.”
Namibia joins Mercedes-Benz global anniversary driveWindhoek Observer
NIPDB spokesperson Catherine Shipushu said Namibia's participation was an important opportunity to strengthen the country's profile internationally
“NIPDB spokesperson Catherine Shipushu said Namibia's participation was an important opportunity to strengthen the country's profile internationally.”
Mercedes-Benz to showcase Namibia’s tourism attractionsThe Namibian
Catherine Shipushu made clarification in media statement on Monday
“NIPDB spokesperson Catherine Shipushu made the clarification in a media statement issued on Monday.”
Development board clarifies SME fund allocationThe Namibian
Catherine Shipushu says ProSME aims to support 300 micro, small and medium enterprises across 14 regions by June
“By June next year, the ProSME project aims to support 300 micro, small and medium enterprises across all 14 regions, of which 175 enterprises are expected to increase their turnover by at least 5%, while 80 are expected to improve their sustainable business practices.”
Development board clarifies SME fund allocationWindhoek Observer
Catherine Shipushu, acting executive for competitiveness and branding at NIPDB said Namibia's performance highlights the country's growing visibility and competitiveness
“Catherine Shipushu, acting executive for competitiveness and branding at NIPDB, said Namibia's performance highlights the country's growing visibility and competitiveness in the global investment landscape.”
Greenfield investments drive Namibia’s strong FDI performanceWindhoek Observer
Catherine Shipushu said Namibia's performance highlights the country's growing visibility and competitiveness in the global investment landscape
“Catherine Shipushu, acting executive for competitiveness and branding at NIPDB, said Namibia's performance highlights the country's growing visibility and competitiveness in the global investment landscape.”
Greenfield investments drive Namibia’s strong FDI performanceWindhoek Observer
NIPDB senior manager Catherine Shipushu acknowledged awareness of the allegations but said NIPDB could not comment on anonymous claims the allegations
“NIPDB senior manager for marketing, branding and communications Catherine Shipushu acknowledged awareness of the allegations but said the institution could not comment on anonymous claims.”
Whistleblower alleges corruption at NIPDBNew Era
Catherine Shipushu said Namibia offers a stable, predictable and resource-rich mining environment aligned with global demand for critical and strategic minerals
“"Namibia offers a stable, predictable and resource-rich mining environment that is aligned with global demand for critical and strategic minerals," she said.”
Namibia showcased at Mining IndabaNew Era
Catherine Shipushu is Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board spokesperson
“According to a statement issued by Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board spokesperson Catherine Shipushu, the StartupBlink Index looks at how easy it is for innovators and entrepreneurs to do business in different countries.”
Namibia: Africa's business capitalNamibia's Investment Promotion and Development Board is encouraging investors to apply for a newly introduced Employment Permit to Conduct Business, which can be issued for up to five years and functions as work authorisation, offering greater certainty and long-term security for business operations in Namibia.
9 September 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's Investment Promotion and Development Board is encouraging investors to apply for a newly introduced Employment Permit to Conduct Business, which can be issued for up to five years and functions as work authorisation, offering greater certainty and long-term security for business operations in Namibia.
9 September 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia is one of five African countries participating in Mercedes-Benz's '140 Years. 140 Places' journey, where three S-Class vehicles travel across six continents visiting 140 locations to commemorate 140 years since Carl Benz invented the automobile. The Namibia Tourism Board, NIPDB, and M&Z Motors Namibia are collaborating to showcase the country's tourism attractions, culture, conservation achievements, and investment opportunities to global audiences.
25 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Three Mercedes-Benz S-Class vehicles will travel through Namibia from 22 to 27 August as part of the automaker's "140 Years. 140 Places" anniversary campaign, showcasing the country's tourism attractions including the Zambezi and Fish River Canyon to an international audience.
18 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board has clarified that of the £800,000 ProSME fund, only £430,000 has been earmarked for direct grants to small and medium enterprises through seven competitive funding calls, while the remaining £370,000 supports programme management and operational delivery. The project aims to support 300 micro, small and medium enterprises across all 14 regions by June next year.
30 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia recorded 16 greenfield FDI projects in 2025, its second-highest annual tally, led by major investments in carbon farming, gold mining, solar energy, and biomass processing. The country ranks second globally and first in Africa in the Intelligence Greenfield FDI Performance Index 2026.
30 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia recorded 16 greenfield foreign direct investment projects in 2025, including major investments in carbon farming, gold exploration, solar energy, and biomass processing totalling several hundred million Namibian dollars. The country ranks second globally and first in Africa in the Intelligence Greenfield FDI Performance Index 2026.
30 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah led a delegation of six ministers and more than 200 businesspeople to China to pursue partnerships in mining, agriculture, and logistics. China was Namibia's second-largest trading partner last year, with trade reaching N$40 billion.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
An anonymous complaint submitted to the Anti-Corruption Commission has alleged corruption, nepotism, favouritism and governance irregularities at the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board under former CEO Nangula Uaandja between 2021 and 2025. The allegations, which have not been independently verified, include claims of recruitment irregularities, including the appointment of Tinus Fourie to positions without public advertisement or interview.
2 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia will participate in the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026 in Cape Town in February to attract investors and development partners to its mining sector. The country will host two investment-focused sessions highlighting its stable mining environment, mineral resources including uranium and diamonds, and projects seeking support for exploration, processing and value addition.
7 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibia has been ranked first in Africa for market perception in the StartupBlink Innovators Business Environment Index 2026, reflecting strong institutional trust, good governance, and stability. The ranking recognises Namibia's investor-friendly business environment and reforms such as the Investor One Stop Centre and ScaleUp Namibia platform.
29 January 2026 · New Era →
American YouTube sensation IShowSpeed toured Namibia, visiting Himba and San communities in Okahandja, learning traditional practices, and sampling local food. The streamer was hosted by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board and expressed interest in supporting local campaigns in the communities he visited.
29 January 2026 · The Namibian →
According to the StartupBlink Innovators Business Environment Index 2026, Namibia has been ranked as Africa's most trustworthy and stable country to start a new company, ranking first in Africa in the market perception pillar. The ranking evaluates conditions across ease of operating a business, business incentives, and market perception—assessing governance quality, credibility, transparency, stability, human capital, and international mobility across over 125 countries.
29 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Content creator Darren Watkins Jr, known as IShowSpeed, is set to arrive in Namibia on Tuesday as part of his Africa StreamTour, after delays due to aviation permit issues. The Communication Regulatory Authority has confirmed he will not use StarLink during his stay.
27 January 2026 · The Namibian →