Namibia boosts development budget to enhance infrastructure and economic growth

The Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Iipumbu Shiimi, says the government has taken steps to boost the development budget significantly to enhance infrastructure and stimulate growth in the country.  He, however, pointed out that there are acknowledged challenges in execution and procurement that need attention for more effective utilisation of the allocated funds. The […]

NAMIBIA CONNECT | 2024/25 National Budget

The Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Ipumbu Shiimi, invited learners from various schools to witness the tabling of the 2024/25 National Budget in Parliament. The theme for this year’s budget is “Continuing the Legacy of Dr. Hage Geingob by Caring for the Namibian Child” and is focused on the deliberate intention to bring prosperity […]

Economic recovery is not expected to address pervasive challenges – Shiimi

Finance and Public Enterprises Minister Iipumbu Shiimi says the projected economic recovery is not expected to address pervasive and entrenched national challenges. Tabling the national budget, Shiimi said it is therefore urgent that Namibia’s economy be diversified. With the domestic economic outlook having improved significantly, gross domestic product growth was estimated at 5.6% in 2023, […]

Namibia celebrates World NGO Day

Namibia’s civil society actors joined the rest of the world in celebrating World Non-Governmental Organisations Day.  The day is set aside to recognise, celebrate, and honour the contributions and impact civil society organisations have in societies. Non-governmental organisations work independently of governments and are usually nonprofit entities.  They play a crucial role in addressing social […]