AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 minutes agoOffshore Energy: QatarEnergy agreed to buy a 25% stake in Namibia’s PEL82 licence from Chevron, which will remain operator with 55%; Namcor and Custos Energy retain 10% each. Trade: China remained Namibia’s largest export market in September, taking 36.2% of exports. Its new zero-tariff access for African goods offers room to grow, but producers will need more capacity and value addition. Manufacturing: Namibia Dairies has invested N$54.5 million in a new filling line to boost long-life milk production and strengthen local supply. Livestock: FMD restrictions are hitting farmers and businesses; the industry is seeking alternative regional markets as export suspensions disrupt sales. Diamonds: Botswana plans to raise its De Beers stake to 30% as part of a consortium bid for Anglo American’s holding, with Namibia and Angola also involved. Corporate finance: Companies’ foreign borrowing reached N$155 billion by June, raising concerns about repayment and foreign-exchange risks.
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