AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoBanking & Media Accountability: Namibia’s central bank urged financial reporters to scrutinise institutions, warning that inaccurate reporting can quickly destabilise confidence and decision-making. Mining Update: Koryx Copper says infill drill results are positive at its Haib project, with updated resource and pre-feasibility work on track for publication before end-2026. Agriculture & Trade Risk: Foot-and-mouth disease has been confirmed in Namibia’s previously FMD-free //Kharas (Karasburg) zone, triggering nationwide suspension of cloven-hoofed animal movement and related marketing, trade, import/export and slaughter controls—raising immediate pressure for farmers, auctions and livestock-linked supply chains. Energy Skills & Local Content: PETROFUND and Saipem signed an MoU to expand upstream oil and gas capacity building through training, internships and scholarships. Renewables Push: Namibia’s renewable energy industry formed six task forces to tackle regulatory, financing, skills and quality barriers to unlock investment and local participation. Education & Tech: YYeni AI, with BW Kudu and Namport support, handed over AI tutoring labs to Lüderitz schools, aiming to improve learning feedback loops. Water Security: Southern dams’ combined capacity rose to 87.8% after recent rainfall, with Hardap and Neckartal improving. Diplomacy & Investment: President Nandi-Ndaitwah met UNGA leadership and a US Africa official to discuss multilateral cooperation and deepen Namibia–US trade and investment ties.
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