Despite having 12 commodity exchanges across participating African countries, only four are currently active.
This is among the findings of a study titled Global Commodity Traders and Competition in African Food Markets, conducted through the African Competition Forum.
The financial relief package announced by the Bank of Namibia to support farmers affected by the Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak has raised questions among informal traders in the 7de Laan settlement in Otjomuise.
In an effort to keep businesses and markets safe and functioning well locally and internationally, the Namibia Competition Commission held the 2026 African Competition Forum (ACF) Biennial African conference in the capital.
As the festive season approaches, Rundu is gearing up for the period and aims to make good returns from the tourism business.
One of its activities is the boat cruise business at Rundu Beach – one of the hangout places for tourists and locals who want to enjoy the scenic beauty of the Kavango River.
The outbreak of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) is severely affecting the livelihoods of informal meat vendors, particularly in Windhoek’s informal settlements.
Employed Namibians are being encouraged to use their pension benefits to build wealth through property investments while protecting their retirement savings.
Katima Mulilo is positioning itself as a service, tourism and investment hub in the Zambezi Region, with its strategic location giving the town economic links to neighbouring countries.
As Namibia works to strengthen its skills base and create more opportunities for employment and entrepreneurship, technical and vocational education and training continues to play an important role.
The livestock section at the Windhoek Industrial and Agricultural Show, which just opened its doors, has left areas that would normally be occupied by cattle and other animals largely empty.
Business Today's Hendrina Kanyolo reports on the situation on the ground during the first day of exhibitions.
Job hunting is taking a digital turn, with artificial intelligence creating new ways for Namibians to showcase their skills, connect with employers and earn an income.
