AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoHousing & Land Reform: A new critique says Namibia’s housing crisis is really about serviced land, not just loans, arguing government faith in house-building is a “myth” amid stalled land delivery. Governance & State Assets: Works minister Veikko Nekundi orders the return of 19 Namibia Airports Company vehicles “donated” to executives after only a N$5,000 admin fee. Diplomacy & Hiring Claims: The foreign ministry denies favouritism or nepotism after reports of family ties emerging in recruitment. Disability Policy Push: Oshana governor Hofni Iipinge pledges to champion the Revised National Policy on Disability (2025-2035) with costed implementation plans. Finance & Credit Risk: Microlender Entrépo freezes new lending after government ends payroll deduction management, with reports of staff cuts and pressure to adapt. Mining & Investment Signals: Ongwe Minerals reports strong early results at its Nguni gold prospect in Namibia and plans a maiden 5,000m diamond drill program in August. Corporate & Banking: Nedbank Namibia says 91% of customers use digital banking channels, supporting transaction growth and inclusion. Public Enterprise Performance: Namibia’s public enterprises face aging infrastructure and are urged to modernise and digitalise to stay competitive.
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