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Namibia rules out VAT hike despite South African tax uncertainty
The Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises has ruled out any increase in Value-Added Tax (VAT)...
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Namibia introduces e-visa system to boost tourism, revenue
The government has introduced an enhanced visa process, including an expanded visa-on-arrival policy and a new...
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Namibia records second fuel price hike in 2025
Namibia has recorded its second fuel price increase this year, with the latest hike set to...
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Namibian diaspora sent N$747 million home in 2023
Namibia received N$747 million ($43 million) in diaspora remittances in 2023, placing it among the continent’s...
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Namibia in Africa’s top 10 most productive economies
Namibia ranks tenth among Africa's most productive economies, with a labour productivity rate of N$274 ($15.6)...
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Namibia faces critical shortage of seismology experts
Namibia’s seismology sector is facing a critical shortage of specialized expertise, raising concerns over the country’s...
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Namibia set to launch E-Visa, Visa-on-Arrival system
Namibia is set to introduce its new E-Visa and Visa-on-Arrival application system on March 3, 2025,...
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Vocational training centres set for transformation into specialised TVET colleges
The Ministry of Higher Education, Technology and Innovation says it is transforming state-owned vocational training centres...
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Africa’s credit rating launch sparks hope for fairer Namibia ratings
The launch of the African Credit Rating Agency (AfCRA) is poised to transform Namibia’s credit assessment...
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Education ministry reviews Namibia’s school funding to address inequality
The Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture (MoEAC) is reviewing Namibia’s school funding system to address...
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