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Danny Meyer

2022-09-082026-06-08
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  1. June 2026

  2. The Namibian

    Danny Meyer can be reached at danny@smecompete.com

    Source

    “Reach Danny Meyer at danny@smecompete.com”

    Private and Public Healthcare Can Work Together
  3. May 2026

  4. The Namibian

    Danny Meyer wrote opinion piece on private education in Namibia

    Source

    “Danny Meyer at danny@smecompete.com”

    Private Education Is Not The Enemy

  5. The Namibian

    Danny Meyer wrote opinion piece on Workers' Day and workplace responsibilities

    Source

    “– Danny Meyer is reachable at danny@smecompete”

    Workers’ Day Isn’t Just a Day Off
  6. April 2026

  7. The Namibian

    Danny Meyer can be reached at danny@smecompete.com

    Source

    “Reach Danny Meyer at email: danny@smecompete.com”

    The Power of Business Partnerships

  8. The Namibian

    Danny Meyer is reachable at danny@smecompete.com

    Source

    “– Danny Meyer is reachable at danny@smecompete.com”

    The Vibrant Tapestry of Religion
  9. March 2026

  10. The Namibian

    Danny Meyer is reachable at danny@smecompete.com

    Source

    “– Danny Meyer is reachable at danny@smecompete.com”

    The Economic Realities of MSMEs in Underserved Regions

  11. The Namibian

    Danny Meyer collaborated with budding entrepreneurs in townships and informal settlements of Henties Bay, Swakopmund, Walvis Bay and Arandis

    Source

    “This was so abundantly clear when we collaborated with budding entrepreneurs in the townships and informal settlements of Henties Bay, Swakopmund, Walvis Bay and Arandis this week.”

    Strengthening the Township Economy

  12. The Namibian

    Danny Meyer is reachable at danny@smecompete.com

    Source

    “– Danny Meyer is reachable at danny@smecompete.com”

    20 Years of Helping Namibians on The Way Up!
  13. February 2026

  14. The Namibian

    Danny Meyer is reachable at danny@smecompete.com

    Source

    “– Danny Meyer is reachable at danny@smecompete.com”

    The Economic Impact of MSMEs

  15. The Namibian

    Danny Meyer wrote article examining MSME sector's role and significance to Namibia

    Source

    “– Danny Meyer is reachable at danny@smecompete.com”

    MSMEs and Their Economic Impact
Opinion

Private and public healthcare sectors should complement, not compete

The News

An opinion piece argues that growing private healthcare in Africa is not evidence of state failure but rather meets patient demand for speed and reliability that stretched public systems cannot guarantee. The piece notes that non-state providers have long filled gaps in healthcare access, particularly in rural and township communities, and suggests the focus should be on why Namibians increasingly choose private care.

4 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 4 June

  1. Private and public healthcare sectors should complement, not compete

    An opinion piece argues that growing private healthcare in Africa is not evidence of state failure but rather meets patient demand for speed and reliability that stretched public systems cannot guarantee. The piece notes that non-state providers have long filled gaps in healthcare access, particularly in rural and township communities, and suggests the focus should be on why Namibians increasingly choose private care.

    4 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 23 May

  1. Private education's rise fills gaps in Namibian schooling

    An opinion piece argues that private education has historically complemented public schooling in Namibia and across Africa, and that families increasingly choose private schools because they seek accountability and predictable standards, even though the public system's failings—not private schools—are the real issue.

    23 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 2 May

  1. Workers' Day should prompt reflection on workplace standards

    The Namibian editorial argues that International Workers' Day, celebrated tomorrow in Namibia, should move beyond ritual to examine the mutual responsibilities between employers and employees: employers owe fairness, safety and skill investment; employees owe professionalism and effort. The piece warns that when either side breaks this bargain, competitiveness suffers and jobs are lost.

    2 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 23 April

  1. Business partnerships drive growth, innovation, and sustainability

    An opinion piece argues that business partnerships allow firms to pool resources, share expertise, mitigate risks and unlock opportunities, though they carry challenges including shared liability, reduced autonomy and goal misalignment. The author notes partnerships are common among long-established Namibian enterprises but appear concentrated among lighter-complexioned entrepreneurs.

    23 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 18 April

  1. Namibian mining towns struggle with economic diversification

    Towns like Oranjemund, Uis, and Kombat built around mining activity face the challenge of creating sustainable economies as mineral extraction ends. Studies have proposed tourism, agriculture, and garment manufacturing as alternatives, but limited community involvement and stakeholder alignment have weakened implementation efforts, requiring more inclusive approaches to secure long-term viability.

    18 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 10 April

  1. Global economic turbulence tests Namibian resolve and business resilience

    The article examines how global economic instability, driven by rising oil prices and international conflicts, is affecting Namibia, while noting that fuel retailers have been accused of supply manipulation during price adjustments. The author argues that downturns are temporary cycles and entrepreneurs should view challenges as learning opportunities rather than permanent setbacks.

    10 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 4 April

  1. April brings diverse religious observances worldwide

    April marks several major religious festivals across faiths, including Easter, Passover, Ramadan, and observances by Buddhist, Hindu, Sikh, and other communities, reflecting global spiritual and cultural diversity. The article emphasizes the importance of interfaith harmony, tolerance, and recognition of shared principles like compassion and justice across different belief traditions.

    4 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 27 March

  1. Namibian MSMEs face financing, infrastructure barriers in remote areas

    Namibian small businesses struggle with collateral-based lending, high operating costs, skills gaps, and regional market barriers. These challenges are especially acute in underserved areas like Divundu village, where inadequate workspace and limited services force entrepreneurs to operate from makeshift structures and repurposed buildings.

    27 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 19 March

  1. Private sector increasingly complements public services in Namibia

    According to the article, Namibia's public sector often underperforms on efficiency and sustainability, while the private sector drives innovation and job creation through market-based incentives. Private educational and healthcare institutions in regions like Erongo and Kavango East are filling service gaps and demonstrating higher operational standards than comparable public facilities.

    19 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 13 March

  1. Informal settlements house 200,000 Namibians, study finds

    The Namibia Statistics Agency conducted a baseline study of informal settlements across the country's 57 local authorities, finding more than 200,000 Namibians live in 419 informal settlements, with several hundred thousand more in townships. While micro and small enterprises in these areas contribute significantly to the informal economy, they face challenges including compliance requirements, limited workspace and restricted access to services, while gambling establishments and cash loan outlets pose growing social and financial risks.

    13 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 6 March

  1. SMEs Compete marks 20 years supporting Namibian entrepreneurs

    SMEs Compete, a social entrepreneurship organisation, has spent two decades supporting entrepreneurs across Namibia's 14 administrative regions through targeted programmes including business mentorship, market access opportunities, and diagnostic tools to help micro, small and medium enterprises overcome barriers to sustainable growth.

    6 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 27 February

  1. Building business-friendly environment for Namibia's MSME sector

    Namibia's micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) are vital incubators for entrepreneurship and job creation, yet face obstacles including limited funding, bureaucratic red tape, and restrictive local authority regulations. The article argues that meaningful progress requires government to reduce regulatory barriers, financial institutions to offer tailored solutions, and a broader shift in mindset to recognize entrepreneurs as primary drivers of wealth creation rather than relying on government support alone.

    27 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 20 February

  1. MSMEs create majority of Namibian jobs, need policy support

    Micro, small and medium enterprises account for seven out of every ten income-earning jobs in Namibia and serve as the primary incubator for entrepreneurship and enterprise development, yet the sector remains under-resourced and under-recognised compared to foreign direct investment priorities.

    20 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 6 February

  1. Bureaucrats unfit to lead state-owned enterprises, expert argues

    An opinion piece argues that appointing bureaucrats to manage state-owned enterprises has led to inefficiency and taxpayer bailouts across Africa and Namibia, and that public enterprises perform better when led by individuals with business-oriented mindsets rather than public servants focused on policy delivery.

    6 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 30 January

  1. Atomic Scientists warn world faces existential risks

    The Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists has set the Doomsday Clock to 85 seconds before midnight—its closest point in 80 years—citing nuclear weapons, climate change, and artificial intelligence as mounting threats to humanity. The article uses the clock as a metaphor for business risk, urging entrepreneurs to heed warning signs and avoid ignoring financial red flags that precede failure.

    30 January 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 23 January

  1. World Economic Forum opens with focus on dialogue and Africa

    The 56th World Economic Forum opened in Davos this week with nearly 3,000 attendees, including 60 heads of state and government, focused on cooperation, growth and innovation. Africa's presence is being amplified through the Africa Collective Hub, which will highlight trade, investment and technology priorities, while the WEF announced plans to revive its Africa Summit in 2027 after a seven-year hiatus.

    23 January 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 9 January

  1. Africa must deepen continental integration to unlock economic potential

    An opinion piece argues that while the AfCFTA establishes a framework for free movement of goods, services, people and capital across Africa, practical barriers—including visa restrictions between signatories, poor infrastructure, and bureaucratic obstacles—continue to hamper intra-continental trade and investment. The author contends that African nations must abandon siloed approaches and prioritize meaningful integration to compete globally.

    9 January 2026 · The Namibian →

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