AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoInterest Rates: The Bank of Namibia raised its repo rate by 25 basis points to 7%, lifting the prime rate to 10.5%. Higher borrowing costs aim to protect the currency peg and reserves as fuel prices and inflation rise. China Trade: Tariff-free access offers Namibian exporters an opening, but businesses still need to meet China’s standards and build capacity to supply consistently. Investment: Namibia ranked 14th in RMB’s African investment report, supported by governance and personal freedom, though import dependence and inequality remain weaknesses. Energy & Mining: Etango uranium has received final investment approval and targets production in 2028; meanwhile, a Green Climate Fund-backed programme approved US$56 million for Namibian industrial decarbonisation. Livestock: Foot-and-mouth restrictions threaten N$2.4 billion in value-chain losses and nearly 600 jobs, as Meatco resumes limited slaughter for the domestic market.
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