Also known as: NIPDB · Namibian Investment Promotion and Development Board
Government agency that promotes Namibian investment and hosted content creator IShowSpeed; recorded N$19.5 billion FDI in first half 2025.
An opinion piece argues that appointing an information commissioner at N$1.4 million annually is unnecessary bureaucracy, asserting existing government institutions and online resources already provide public information. The author contends that inefficiency in government responsiveness, not lack of access, is the real problem Namibia should address.
12 April 2026 · The Namibian →
An opinion piece argues that appointing an information commissioner at N$1.4 million annually is unnecessary bureaucracy, asserting existing government institutions and online resources already provide public information. The author contends that inefficiency in government responsiveness, not lack of access, is the real problem Namibia should address.
12 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Minister of International Relations Selma Ashipala-Musavyi welcomed Russian officials to Windhoek for the 11th session of the Namibia–Russia intergovernmental commission on trade and economic cooperation, highlighting a new business forum and potential joint ventures in agriculture, fertiliser manufacturing, and mining.
26 March 2026 · The Namibian →
At the Namibia–Mauritius Business ICT Forum, Mauritius Minister of Information Technology Avinash Ramtohul said his country is ready to work closely with Africa as a trusted digital partner, offering expertise in digital infrastructure, AI strategy, and data governance. Namibia's investment board highlighted opportunities in fintech, cybersecurity, and mobile payments, noting the country has 88% mobile penetration but needs investment to extend digital services to underserved rural areas.
19 March 2026 · New Era →
Finland and Namibia have partnered to strengthen the local circular economy, focusing on resource efficiency and sustainable growth across mining, energy and agricultural sectors. Namibia became the first African country to host a dialogue under the World Circular Economy Forum, bringing together policymakers, researchers, and private sector representatives to develop practical circular economy solutions.
17 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia and Russia held a business forum to strengthen economic cooperation and create trade and investment opportunities, with discussions focused on agriculture, mining, manufacturing, and technology. Minister Ashipala-Musavyi noted that while political relations are strong, trade has remained limited, with Namibia exporting US$13 million and importing US$39.5 million from Russia in 2024.
16 March 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board reports that foreign direct investment has experienced strong rebound, with N$19.5 billion in net inflows in the first half of 2025. Between 2021 and 2024, cumulative net FDI reached N$114.9 billion, driven by investments across oil and gas, mining, financial services, transport and logistics, manufacturing, and agriculture sectors.
4 March 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board launched a new Namibian Investment Guide, a seven-volume document aimed at marketing Namibia as an ideal investment destination and providing information about the country's economic sectors, business registration processes, and investment climate. The Deputy Minister of International Relations and Trade said the guide will be used by Namibia's embassies and high commissions to promote the country abroad and supports the President's vision of prioritizing investment in infrastructure, agriculture, and urban land development.
3 March 2026 · New Era →
Namibia and Germany have launched TalentsBridge Namibia, a skills training programme designed to address Namibia's 36.9% unemployment rate and Germany's shortage of skilled workers. The project will offer training in industrial electrics, wholesale and retail, and hospitality, with the first 100 trainees starting vocational courses in September 2026.
3 March 2026 · New Era →
TalentsBridge Namibia, a partnership between Namibia and Germany, was officially launched to address youth unemployment in Namibia and skilled worker shortages in Germany through structured vocational training. The initiative will prepare young Namibians for employment in sectors including Industrial Electrics, Wholesale and Retail, and Hospitality, with applications now open and 100 participants selected in the first year.
3 March 2026 · Informanté →
The finance ministry plans to reduce subsidies and capital transfers to state-owned enterprises from N$1.3 billion in 2025/26 to N$615.7 million in 2026/27, citing fiscal consolidation and high public debt. Several SOEs including TransNamib and the Agricultural Bank of Namibia will receive no government transfers, while priority support goes to the National Housing Enterprise and Road Fund Administration.
3 March 2026 · The Namibian →