Fuel & energy policy: Namibia’s emergency fuel-supply deal with Vitol for July–September has sparked questions in Parliament over procurement and competition, as the government cites price-shock mitigation linked to the Iran war. Central banking & reserves: The Bank of Namibia plans to buy 600kg of gold from local mines by end-2026 to strengthen foreign reserves. Banking costs: Bank of Namibia says easing high banking fees will take time, with new regulations rolling out over the next three years. Public finance: Government borrowing from local banks jumped by N$20.4bn year-on-year to N$52.4bn in April, raising inflation concerns. Financial regulation: Namibia’s Fima reforms (implemented 1 May) aim to modernise oversight of non-banking finance, boost consumer protection and market confidence. Competition & deals: Namibia Competition Commission updates show multiple merger approvals, including conglomerate deals, with public-interest factors like jobs and SME participation considered. Transport & logistics: Edelweiss launched nonstop Zurich–Windhoek flights, adding a third weekly frequency in July. Social protection: Govt temporarily suspended 15,825 unverified old-age pension beneficiaries pending National Population Registry verification. Sports & youth: Uis Warriors FC refused an ERFL fixture over field safety and admin failures; Tisan says university sport has declined due to weak funding and marketing.