BON PSD-9 Directive: The cross-border payment system’s anatomy and operations
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. Even though it usually causes people to feel more nervous, it’s critical to keep in mind that compliance, security, and safety are important in a world of highly sophisticated...
View ArticleReflection on Local Content Policies: A catalyst for development and growth
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. From 16 to 18 April 2024, in Lüderitz, the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) and Antila Consultancy organized a local content oil and gas conference with the...
View ArticleIncreases in the price of fuel and electricity could accelerate inflation
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. The sharp rises in the cost of fuel and electricity will hurt everyone in Namibia, but the unemployed and lower class will be hit the hardest. The hike in fuel prices by N$0.70...
View ArticleAspirations and reality of Namibia’s green hydrogen dream, Dr Hage Geingob
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. His Excellency Dr Geingob’s vision has been realized as Namibia has made significant strides to establish itself as a major player in the world of green hydrogen production....
View ArticleHave an open and honest discussion with your bank if your debt squeezes you
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. Indeed, life is a journey with ups and downs, difficulties, and happy moments. We will talk about getting a bank loan as well as what to do if you find yourself in debt and...
View ArticleEconomic and business advice for the next president
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. There are a number of important business and economic issues that the incoming president should take care of as we anticipate the outcome of the upcoming presidential and...
View ArticleMoody’s rating upgrade: – Important for the country and its people
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. Periodically, the Namibian government establishes policies to address instabilities in the economy. Encouraging economic growth requires policymakers to put in place measures...
View ArticleDo not let Oil and Gas crowd out other crucial sectors
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. Although Namibia’s oil and gas industry has the potential to boost the country’s economy, careful management and diversification are essential to ensure that this potential is...
View ArticleDifferent approach needed to change Structural Economy
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. To attain V2030, Namibia will need to adopt structural reforms that will increase economic growth, facilitate more labour-intensive growth by opening up the labour market, and...
View ArticleBlue economy has huge potential but suffers from lack of skills and scale
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. Given the potential for the blue economy to generate a significant number of direct and indirect jobs, it offers Namibia has a great chance for long-term economic growth and...
View ArticleOpportunities and drawbacks of a Nuclear Power Plant to meet Namibia’s...
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. Energy security demands a reduction in reliance on imported fossil fuels as everyone braces for the potential of an impending energy apocalypse. Namibia must prioritize...
View ArticleLocal economic growth impacted by growing geopolitical unrest
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. Namibia relies heavily on imports, and rising geopolitical upheaval may limit the country’s economic growth. Within this framework, the unstable geopolitical environment, which...
View ArticleGrowing BRICS could surpass the economic size of the G7
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. It is not surprising that the BRICS+ will usher in a new economic order if the group of seven (G7) does not pull up its socks, as the group’s expansion presents new economic...
View ArticleChina-Africa Summit: Important Impulse Partnership, Security, and Economic...
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. The China-Africa Summit, held from 04 to 06 September 2024, had the subject “Joining Hands to Advance Modernization and Build a High-Level China-Africa Community with a Shared...
View ArticleStarlink’s debut offers both opportunities and drawbacks for local businesses
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. Namibia continues to have historically low levels of development, but it can industrialize, pursue inclusive growth, and draw in investment by utilizing technological...
View ArticleMid-Year Budget Review – Is the economy robust? Is the SME Recovery Loan...
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. The Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Hon Iipumbu Shiimi, is expected to deliver the Mid-Year Budget Review on 28 October 2024. His presentation will include an...
View ArticleTrump’s Triumph to benefit US economy first, then World economy
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. It is crucial to remember that whether a Democrat or a Republican holds the White House tends to have little impact on American policy. Remember that President Trump will...
View ArticleChina’s growing impact on the African Renaissance
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. The Chinese Embassy in Namibia nominated me to attend a seminar on China Modernization and African Development, which took place in the East China province of Anhui from 29...
View ArticleProtect democracy, manage political tensions, preserve investor confidence
By Josef Kefas Sheehama. As an independent economic and business researcher, a board member of the African Council on Foreign Relations, a Pan-African think tank on economic affairs, and a Namibian,...
View ArticleEconomic performance under H.E. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah
ByJosef Kefas Sheehama. As an independent economic and business researcher and board member of the African Council on Foreign Relations, I would like to celebrate Namibian history by extending my...
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