AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFoot-and-Mouth Disease Shock to Livestock Trade: Namibia has confirmed foot-and-mouth disease in the //Kharas Region, with 17 positive samples out of 199 and all cases confined so far to the Karasburg State Veterinary District—prompting a nationwide ban on livestock movement and the suspension of meat exports, while Meatco halts beef exports and authorities tighten road controls into Windhoek. Customs and supply under strain: Lawyers and kapana sellers are pushing for clarity on how FMD restrictions affect slaughter for weddings and funerals, as consumers rush to secure meat. Oil and gas investment signal: Bank of Namibia research says the oil and gas sector brought about N$74.4bn in foreign direct investment since 2021 (around 56% of inflows), though GDP impact remains limited by import and capacity constraints. Macroeconomy: Namibia’s economy grew 4.8% year-on-year in Q2 2026, led by tertiary services and a rebound in agriculture and forestry. AI push in banking: Standard Bank Namibia says it plans to lead AI adoption for financial inclusion, healthcare insight and business growth, without naming specific systems. Security alert: Windhoek police warn of organised taxi robberies targeting passengers, including forced cash withdrawals and transfers. Youth and AI jobs: Young Namibians are turning AI skills into income through websites, digital services and training.
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