Startup snapshot: Electric bicycles powered by the Namibian sun Published by Justin Probyn on 4 January 2018 SunCycles produces solar-powered electric bicycles and scooters, among other things.
Why growth in electric vehicles could mean good times for mining in the DRC Published by Justin Probyn on 19 December 2017 The DRC has the world’s largest deposits of cobalt – a key element in the batteries of electric cars.
An overview of the Namibian economy Published by Jeremy Wakeford on 13 December 2017 The outlook has recently dimmed, in the light of rising debt, slowing growth, a credit rating downgrade to junk status, and current account weakness.
How Walvis Bay is positioning itself to become the trade hub for Southern Africa Published by Confidence Musariri on 5 September 2017 Walvis Bay is redeveloping its port to attract more business.
Namibia is a winning tourist attraction, but could tap deeper into visitors’ wallets Published by Kate Douglas on 15 May 2017 Tourists travelling Namibia have to use their cash sparingly as it can be difficult to draw money at tourist destinations, and many shops and fuel stations only accept cash.
Impact of low oil price spilling over from Angola into Namibia’s property market Published by Kate Douglas on 26 January 2017 Housing sale volumes have dipped in Namibia, a market that has enjoyed one of the world’s fastest growing property prices for years.
The commodification of African wildlife: A controversial business Published by Kate Douglas on 19 January 2017 Wildlife expert says African animals are worth more alive, and in Africa.
Sub-Saharan Africa’s top five shopping malls Published by Staff Writer on 21 September 2016 Rated according to their attractiveness for international brands.
Namibian entrepreneur proves there is big business in recycling Published by Kate Douglas on 13 July 2016 Rent-A-Drum has grown to dominate the recycling market in Namibia.
Walvis Bay – a boom town in the making Published by Staff Writer on 14 March 2016 Namibia’s port city of Walvis Bay is experiencing rapid growth and offering numerous opportunities to a variety of businesses.
Cotton On opens in Namibia, looking elsewhere in Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 29 May 2015 The Australian fashion retailer expands into its second African country.
TV white space broadband about to be commercialised in Africa, hints Microsoft Published by Kate Douglas on 18 November 2014 New white space technology could be a game-changer for internet access on the continent.
Why Woolworths’ African food stores rely on exports from South Africa Published by Kate Douglas on 19 June 2014 Woolworths is expanding its African food operations, but sourcing local fresh produce remains a challenge.
Sub-Saharan Africa’s top five retail markets Published by Jaco Maritz on 19 March 2014 The African Retail Development Index highlights markets that hold potential for growth in retail.
