Namibia recorded positive economic growth in 2022, despite the impact of adverse economic conditions.
This, according to Economist Ruusa Nandago, is largely due to a 22% increase in the mining sector.
Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila says Namibia should ensure optimal value for its natural resources such as diamonds to increase revenue, create jobs and reduce poverty.
The Premier said this during her first visit to Namib Desert Diamonds.
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the signing of the Commonwealth Charter, which was signed by the late Queen Elizabeth in 2013.
Namibia's Ambassador to China says Namibia can learn a lot from China's people-centered approach.
Dr. Elia Kaiyamo attended one of the sessions of the National People's Congress of China.
Namibia is the only African country that exports beef to China. nbc's Reporter Selima Henock engaged Namibia's Ambassador to China, Elia Kaiyamo, on this and some of his success stories since his posting.
The Minister of Works and Transport says Namibia needs to upgrade its transport infrastructure to attract more investors as well as to be competitive globally.
John Mutorwa emphasized this at the inauguration of the B2 truck port service station at Arandis.
The World Bank has indicated that although Namibia is an upper-middle-income country, more than half of the population still lives in poverty.
Business people from Namibia and Ethiopia have started scouting for opportunities in various sectors.
The two countries have currently no direct trade but are enjoying strong historical bilateral ties.
Senior officials met for the third session of the Namibia-South Africa Bi-National Commission, and discussed issues of mutual concern and strengthening bilateral cooperation.
Namibia has received an award from the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) in recognition of its remarkable progress towards reaching the UNAIDS 95–95–95 targets and progress towards ending the spread of HIV/AIDS by 2030.
