BoN Cuts Repo Rate to 6.5%

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The Bank of Namibia has reduced its main interest rate by 25 basis points, to 6.5%, after previously keeping its lending rate unchanged for three consecutive monetary policy meetings. 

Only 42 projects approved from 11,475 Youth Fund applications

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Out of 11,475 applications received from all 14 regions for the National Youth Development Fund (NYDF), only 42 successful projects are set to benefit from the government-backed financial rollout initiative.

Each region has three projects that will benefit from the fund.

RetireWise booklet to boost financial literacy for retirees

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The Financial Literacy Initiative, in conjunction with the Ministry of Finance, will launch a "RetireWise Booklet", an initiative that aims to enhance and promote the financial well-being of retirees and those set to retire.

NAMDIA takes G4S to High Court over N$314 million dispute

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NAMDIA has taken G4S to the Windhoek High Court, seeking payment of N$314 million.

According to court papers, on January 18, an unknown group entered the NAMDIA premises and stole 446 parcels of diamonds valued at N$314 million.

Pension-backed housing scheme launched

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The Minister of Finance, Ericah Shafudah, announced the implementation of the pension-backed housing scheme to improve access to decent and affordable housing mainly for civil servants who are not able to meet bank loan requirements.

BoN declares divident of N$ 720 Million

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The Bank of Namibia announced a record dividend of N$ 720 million dollars for last year, exceeding the 511 million dollars paid to the government in 2023.