The Namibian government has called on local manufacturers and small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to register to take part in the procurement process to supply goods to government stores.

The initiative aims to, among others, promote local production and create jobs.

The Bank of Namibia hosted a stakeholder engagement event, highlighting local startups, in Windhoek.

The "Connecting Pioneers of Our Future" event aimed to do more than just inspire and position Namibia as a leader in enterprise, innovation, and technology in Africa.

The Minister of Works and Transport, Veikko Nekundi, has said laws that hinder the participation of local businesses must be amended. 

Nekundi says there is a need for a comprehensive strategy to prioritise local enterprises in government projects, thereby boosting growth at home.

The Otjiwarongo Constituency Office has donated money and items to institutions making a meaningful impact on the lives of the communities in the town.

Constituency Councillor Marlene Mbakera handed over a cheque of N$200,000, equipment, and materials to local companies.

The Namibia Local Business Association (NALOBA) has expressed concern over the recent decision by NamWater to award a major water pipeline tender of N$237 million to a Chinese company.

NALOBA said NamWater bypassed competent local businesses.

Local businesses are urged to employ aggressive advertising strategies for their products and services in order to reach a wider market.

President Nangolo Mbumba emphasised this following visits to popular locations in Katutura.