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The Business Report

English, Finance, 1 season, 617 episodes, 1 day, 10 hours, 59 minutes
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The Business Report looks at some of the biggest business/financial stories of the week, trends that need noticing, and in the 'Spotlight' feature focuses on what makes some of Namibia's biggest and most well-known personalities tick. Watch out for individually posted 'highlights' from the show that you can share with your network.
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 24 Oct

Maggie chats with Brave Group, Group CEO, Musa Kalenga about their latest cutting-edge AI platform, Forge.
10/24/202413 minutes, 19 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 2 Oct

Gary speaks to The Ghost about Sasol shareprice down 40% year-to-date, WeBuyCars releasing their trading statement, shareholders receiving money not as a dividend, but as a capital repayment, and the 100-day feedback letter from the CEO of Process.
10/24/202413 minutes, 9 seconds
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Tech Support - 22 Oct

Gerald tells us all about Green Technology for your business.
10/22/20242 minutes, 15 seconds
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Market Watch - 22 Oct

Michelle speaks to Floris Bergh from Capricorn Asset Management about the recent rate cut and Bank of Namibia's reasoning behind it.  
10/22/20249 minutes, 4 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 22 Oct

The Namibia Mineworkers Investment Holdings Company has shown a strong commitment to empowering Namibians by investing more than 60% of its portfolio in housing developments across the country.  The company’s investments are aimed at addressing Namibia’s housing challenges and contributing to the overall well-being of its citizens. Angie speaks to the CEO John Ndeutepo. 
10/22/202420 minutes, 12 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 17 Oct

Maggie chats with Conville Britz, the General Manager of Investments at the Government Institutions Pension Fund.
10/17/202413 minutes, 17 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 17 Oct

The Co-Creation Hub is helping Africa move towards a future of innovation and growth by using technology in different sectors. The hub also supports creative entrepreneurs with programs to prepare for investment, build ecosystems, and conduct research. In tonight's lead story, Angie Scholtz spoke to the hub’s Managing Director, Ojoma Ochai.
10/17/202413 minutes, 50 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 17 Oct

Gary speaks to The Ghost about the software company Karooooo and its positive growth, British American Tabacco branching out, The Financial Services sector and what's going on at Sasfin, as well as Quantum Foods and the poultry industry.
10/17/202411 minutes, 49 seconds
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Tech Support - 15 Oct

Gerald tells us all about how to regain control over online content.
10/15/20241 minute, 23 seconds
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Market Watch - 15 Oct

Michelle speaks to Theo Klein from Oxford Economics about the global oil market and his outlook for the oil price.
10/15/20248 minutes, 18 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 15 Oct

Angie speaks to Kimberly Harrington, the US Deputy Assistant Secretary at the Bureau of Energy Resources about her visit to Namibia. 
10/15/20249 minutes, 10 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 10 Oct

Maggie catches up with Zanyiwe Asare, Yango Vice President and Head of Public Policy.
10/10/202417 minutes, 13 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 10 Oct

Maggie speaks to Emilia Eino, Postal & E-Commerce Manager at the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) about the key outcomes of the public consultation held on the national e-commerce strategy.
10/10/202417 minutes, 37 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 10 Oct

Gary speaks to The Ghost about SANLAM now owning Assupol, Jubilee Metals acquiring a stake in an open-pit copper mine in Zambia, Richemont selling struggling Yoox Net-a-Porter to Mytheresa, and Sirius and the property market affected by interest rates.
10/10/202410 minutes, 40 seconds
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Tech Support - 8 Oct

Gerald tells us all about Artificial Intelligence reshaping the world of sales.
10/8/20241 minute, 25 seconds
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Market Watch - 8 Oct

Michelle speaks to Gabriel Erastus about the importance of mobilizing capital for unlisted investments.
10/8/20247 minutes, 21 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 8 Oct

Maggie chats with Claire Hobbs, the Chief Treasurer at Bank Windhoek about the N$407 Million raised through the Bank’s Sustainability Bond.
10/8/202412 minutes, 55 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 3 Oct

Maggie speaks to Cancer Association of Namibia CEO, Rolf Hansen.
10/3/202423 minutes, 2 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 3 Oct

Gary speaks to Cirrus Capital co-founder Roland Brown about his recently released article "Hydrogen Hype - Balancing the Equation".
10/3/202424 minutes, 26 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 3 Oct

Gary speaks to The Ghost about Rainbow Chicken, SPAR and their affiliate stores in Poland and Switzerland, Trustco and the meaning of suspended shares, as well as Capitech and their interim dividend.
10/3/202410 minutes, 50 seconds
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Market Watch - 1 Oct

Michelle speaks to Robert McGregor from Cirrus Capital about Namibia's inflation and how supply and demand affect its rise and fall.
10/1/20249 minutes, 15 seconds
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Tech Support - 1 Oct

Gerald tells us all about branded SEOs.
10/1/20241 minute, 14 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 26 Sep

Angie speaks to Ben Jooste, the CEO of Oryx Properties, about their recently released results, and an overlook of the property market.
9/26/202412 minutes, 22 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 26 Sep

Gary speaks to The Ghost about MTN and their triple BEE Scheme called Zakhele Futhi, Investec, The Helium producer Renergen, as well as Trellidor and their share price halving in value.
9/26/20249 minutes, 43 seconds
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Tech Support - 24 Sep

Gerald tells us all about essential tools for small business success.
9/24/20241 minute, 58 seconds
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Market Watch - 24 Sep

Michelle speaks to Helena Mboti, an economist from the First Rand Group, who recently released their GPD outlook.
9/24/20247 minutes, 33 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 24 Sep

Maggie chats with FlySafair Chief Marketing Officer, Kirby Gordon about their new route introduction, opportunities and future plans.
9/24/202411 minutes, 11 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 19 Sep

Maggie speaks to Capricorn Group's Chief Financial Officer, Johan Maass about the Group's financial performance on profit, return on equity, and socio-economic development.
9/19/20248 minutes, 12 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 19 Sep

Gary speaks to The Ghost about Sanlam acquiring Assupol, African Rainbow Capital releasing results, The Ghost Bites newsletter covering gem-fields and the diamond trade, as well as The Oceana Group and the fishing industry.
9/19/20249 minutes, 21 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 12 Sep

Maggie catches up with Entrepreneur and Director of African Naturals Training Enterprises Zodidi Gaseb.
9/18/202418 minutes, 22 seconds
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Market Watch - 17 Sep

In Market Watch Michelle speaks to Ray Auala from RNB Markets, talking about the upcoming maturity of the GC24 and the borrowing plan of the Namibian Government.
9/17/20249 minutes, 56 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 17 Sep

Maggie chats with AlexForbes' Head for Strategic Consulting and Retirement, Belinda Sullivan on the Two-Pot Retirement System in South Africa.
9/17/202411 minutes, 58 seconds
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Tech Support - 17 Sep

Gerald tells us all about 6 key trends that are revolutionizing business growth.
9/17/20241 minute, 30 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 12 Sep

Maggie catches up with Entrepreneur and Director of African Naturals Training Enterprises Zodidi Gaseb.
9/12/202418 minutes, 22 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 12 Sep

Gary speaks to The Ghost about AngloGold wanting to buy a Gold Mine in Egypt, WBHO headline earnings per share up 18.7% with revenue up 16%, Sanlam share price up 25% over the last 12 months, and comparing them to Old Mutual. They also speak about Caxton being critical on Impact and what happened in the JSE, as well as some good news coming from ATTACQ Real Estate Investment Trust and Bowler Metcalf.
9/12/202412 minutes, 1 second
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 12 Sep

Africa Online has announced a transformative partnership between Utande Internet Services Botswana and Africa Online Namibia. Angie Scholtz speaks to Ingram van Heerden the MD of Africa Online.
9/12/20246 minutes, 29 seconds
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Tech Support - 10 Sep

Gerald tells us all about Tech trends in renewable energy.
9/10/20242 minutes, 18 seconds
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Market Watch - 10 Sep

Michelle speaks to Tapiwa Makiwa, the CEO of the Community Conservation Fund of Namibia - a member of the Consortium of African Funds for the Environment, who hosted 100 participants from 35 countries in Swakopmund last week.
9/10/202410 minutes, 45 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 10 Sep

Angie caught up with the Deputy Minister of Mines and Energy Kornelia Shilunga talking about Petroleum Exploration in the deepwater Orange Basin.
9/10/202411 minutes, 25 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 5 Sep

Gary speaks to The Ghost about Aspen and their 13% shareprice nosedive, Pepcor not performing well, Shoprite continuing to produce great numbers, but share price dropping 6%, and African Rainbow Capital and its relationship with Sanlam.
9/5/202410 minutes, 5 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 5 Sep

Maggie chats with Beatrice Schultz, the Founder of LeadHerShip Foundation and Executive Mentor and Life Skills Coach.
9/5/202418 minutes, 22 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 5 Sep

Angie speaks to economist Robin Sherbourne, who has pointed out that good governance and well-designed policies are more important for a country’s long-term economic success, rather than natural resources or population size. They discuss his State of the Economy report.
9/5/202410 minutes, 51 seconds
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Tech Support - 3 September

Gerald tells us all about why trends matter in business.
9/3/20242 minutes
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Market Watch - 3 September

In Market Watch Michelle speaks to Cheryl Emvula on the upcoming rate cuts.
9/3/20247 minutes, 40 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 3 September

Maggie catches up with the CEO of NAMFISA Mr Kenneth Matomola on the latest developments regarding the Financial Institutions and Markets Act (FIMA).
9/3/202413 minutes, 37 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 29 Aug

Gary speaks to The Ghost about Shoprite Checkers VS Pick n Pay, Stor-Age and how real estate investment trusts work, The private education value chain, focusing on stocks by Advitech and Stadio, as well as Trustco's Mining Portfolio Investee Meya Mining finding an exceptional Diamond.
8/29/202413 minutes, 37 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 29 Aug

Maggie catches up with the Chief Executive Officer of the Namibia Association of Medical Aid Funds (NAMAF), Mr Stephen Tjiuoro.
8/29/20249 minutes, 12 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 29 Aug

Angie Scholtz discusses Umbrella funds with Victor Shikomba, senior consultant at Alexforbes.
8/29/20249 minutes
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Market Watch - 27 April

Maggie caught up with Lüderitz Mayor, Honourable Phil Balhao on the energy boom and prospects for the coastal town.
8/28/20249 minutes, 29 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 27 Aug

Maggie chats with Ebson Uanguta, the Interim Managing Director at NAMCOR about the company’s role in ensuring equitable oil and gas prosperity for Namibia.
8/28/20247 minutes, 9 seconds
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Tech Support 27 Aug

Gerald takes a look at tech trends for the second half of 2024.
8/27/20242 minutes, 31 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 22 Aug

With the Namibia oil and gas conference that took place in Windhoek recently, Maggie caught up with Shakwa Nyambe, the Founder and Managing Partner of SNC Incorporated on emerging trends and opportunities in the sector.
8/22/202413 minutes, 48 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 22 Aug

Gary speaks to The Ghost about the ABSA Saga, MTN and the changes happening at SASOL
8/22/202412 minutes, 4 seconds
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Tech Support - 20 Aug

Gerald tells us all about the 5 technologies shaping the Energy Sector.
8/20/20241 minute, 33 seconds
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Market Watch - 20 Aug

Michelle speaks to economist Floris Bergh about the recent announcement by the Bank of Namibia to the reduce the repo rate by 25 basis points.
8/20/20247 minutes, 25 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 20 Aug

Gary speaks to Vice Chancellor to the University of the Free State, Professor Petersen.
8/20/202414 minutes, 59 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 15 Aug

Maggie speaks to Dr. Alfredo Hengari, the Namibia Press Secretary, discussing economic growth in the health and education sectors.
8/14/202415 minutes, 55 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 15 Aug

Maggie chats with Edwina Mensah-Husselmann, Founder of Geluk Psychology Services.
8/14/202417 minutes
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Ghost Biz - 14 Aug

Gary speaks to the ghost about HomeChoice releasing their results, Pick n Pay's rights offer and the Ackermans reducing their voting rights, Trustco issuing 9.5 million shares to non-executive directors, Italtile, as well as Renegen.
8/14/202411 minutes, 51 seconds
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Tech Support - 13 Aug

Gerald tells us all about Crypto currency in Business.
8/13/20242 minutes, 20 seconds
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Market Watch - 13 Aug

Michelle speaks to economist Theo Klein about the European Union's deforestation regulation and how it affects our exports to the EU.
8/13/20248 minutes, 33 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 13 Aug

Maggie speaks to Zutari Mining Representative, Kegan Strydom about win-win solutions in the mining industry.
8/13/20249 minutes, 3 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 8 Aug

Gary speaks to Anthony Viljoen, the CEO from Andrada Mining, Gideon Vos, Head of Investment Banking from Bank Windhoek as well as Hiten Ooka, the CFO of Andrada Mining about the recent deal made between Andrada Mining and Bank Windhoek.
8/7/202412 minutes, 5 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 7 Aug

Gary speaks to The Ghost about Curro Schools, Pick n Pays rights offer, Telkom South Africa and BCX numbers, as well as the markets surrounding paper and plastic packaging, specifically Impact Packaging.
8/7/202411 minutes, 32 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 6 Aug

President Nangolo Mbumba assumed leadership of Namibia six months ago, following the passing of President Hage Geingob. Angie Scholtz speaks with President Mbumba about his transition into office, the challenges during his tenure, and his vision for the country’s future.
8/6/20247 minutes, 44 seconds
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Market Watch - 6 Aug

Michelle speaks to economist Gabriel Erastus about water security and the effects of the current water restrictions on local businesses.
8/6/20246 minutes, 13 seconds
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Tech Support - 6 Aug

Gerald tells us all about Business Capabilities with AI.
8/6/20242 minutes, 14 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 1 Aug

Maggie sits down with Economic Association of Namibia Chairperson, Jason Kasuto on expectations and local business participation at the upcoming global oil and gas conference.
8/1/202411 minutes, 48 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 1 Aug

Gary speaks to The Ghost about Shoprite Checkers, Famous Brands, Nedbank, and Sea Harvest.
8/1/202410 minutes, 13 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 30 July

Maggie chats with Bank of Namibia Technical Expert for National Payment Systems & Financial Surveillance, Henock Shilongo about the discontinuation of cross-border EFT and debit order payments effective September 2024.
7/30/202414 minutes, 6 seconds
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Market Watch - 30 July

Michelle speaks to Robert McGregor about the different phases of growth.
7/30/20247 minutes, 58 seconds
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Tech Support 30 July

Gerald tells us all about the immersive internet trend.
7/30/20242 minutes, 7 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 25 July

Gary speaks to The Ghost about Cashbuild release of full year sales numbers, Mr Price, Impact printing and packaging - the paper and plastic business, South Africa's "Government of National Unity, the post-election market lull, and South Africa rolling up their sleeves.
7/25/20249 minutes, 24 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 25 July

Maggie catches up with Hilda Basson-Namundjebo, the Managing Director of Oxygen Communications, Founder of Team Namibia and Entrepreneur, on her life journey and latest developments.
7/25/202426 minutes, 7 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 25 July

Maggie sits down with O&L Executive Chairman Mr Sven Thieme on the latest Pick n Pay South Africa franchise developments and what it means for the Namibian retail market.
7/25/20248 minutes, 59 seconds
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Tech Support - 23 July

Gerald tells us all about the AI tools used by businesses around the world.
7/23/20242 minutes, 29 seconds
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Market Watch - 23 July

Michelle speaks to Ruusa Nandago from FirstRand about the Rental Index in Namibia.
7/23/20248 minutes, 46 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 23 July

Maggie chats to Josef Kandenge, the Secretary General of the Namibia Informal Sector Organisation (NISO) about the informal traders' contribution to the Namibian economy.
7/23/20248 minutes, 56 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 18 July

Maggie chats with Bankers Association of Namibia CEO, Brian Katjaerua about how consumers can unlock benefits offered by banks.
7/18/20248 minutes, 49 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 18 July

Gary speaks to The Ghost about family owned company Bell being taken private, Pick 'n Pay's recapitalization, and Richmont and the luxury sector.
7/18/20248 minutes, 37 seconds
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Tech Support - 16 July

Gerald tells us all about Edge Computing.
7/16/20242 minutes, 50 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 16 July

Krumhuk Farmer, Clemens Voigts provides continued awareness about Organic Farming as he chats with Maggie on why this type of farming is essential for generations to come.
7/16/202420 minutes, 18 seconds
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Market Watch - 16 July

Today Michelle speaks to Robert McGregor from Cirrus Capital, about Private Sector Credit Extension.
7/15/20247 minutes, 14 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 16 July

Krumhuk Farmer, Clemens Voigts provides continued awareness about Organic Farming as he chats with Maggie on why this type of farming is essential for generations to come.
7/15/202420 minutes, 18 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 11 July

Maggie catches up with former City of Windhoek Mayor, Associate Professor and Affirmative Repositioning Co-Founder, Dr Job Amupanda.
7/11/202410 minutes, 8 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 11 July

Gary speaks to The Ghost about South Africa's shifting sentiment, the Pick and Pay R4 billion rights offer, Alphamin Resources and them maximizing Tin production, as well as what's happening at Tongaard Hulett.
7/11/202411 minutes, 27 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 11 July

Its Part 2 of Maggie's conversation with Namibian Association of Medical Aid Funds' (NAMAF) Head of Corporate Services, Brian Chaka about the healthcare funding industry.
7/11/202410 minutes, 47 seconds
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Market Watch - 9 July

Today Michelle speaks to Cheryl Emvula, about the recent GDP data releases tied to the government's debt position and the Euro bond needing to be repaid next year.
7/9/20249 minutes, 15 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 9 July

Maggie has a discussion with Namibian Association of Medical Aid Funds' (NAMAF) Head of Corporate Services, Brian Chaka about understanding the healthcare funding industry. The second part of this interview will be played out on Thursday.
7/9/202412 minutes, 10 seconds
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Ghost Boz - 4 July

Gary speaks to The Ghost about Tongaat Hulett, The South African Rand's recovery after the recent elections and it suddenly heading in the wrong direction, a brief look at the counters of the JSE, sensitive to the political space, as well as the recapitalization of Brait.
7/4/202412 minutes, 33 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 4 July

Maggie speaks to the Chief Public Relations Officer at the Ministry of Mines and Energy, Eshioshange Ten Hasheela about the increase in road rates following the fuel price adjustments.
7/4/20249 minutes, 3 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 2 July

Maggie speaks to Frikkie Jordaan, the President of Institute Of Namibian Quantity Surveyors.
7/2/202419 minutes, 53 seconds
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Market Watch - 2 July

Today Michelle speaks to Solomo Hei from High Economic Intelligence about recent cabinet announcement from South Africa and its impact on the Namibian Economy.
7/2/20248 minutes, 26 seconds
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Tech Support - 2 July

Gerald tells us all about application modernization.
7/2/20242 minutes, 6 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 27 June

Gary speaks to The Ghost about Naspers & Prosus achieving e-commerce profitability, update on Nedbank, and Ethos Holdings and Brait.
6/26/202410 minutes, 43 seconds
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Tech Support - 25 June

Gerald tells us all about Technical Marketing.
6/25/20241 minute, 46 seconds
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Market Watch - 25 June

Today Michelle hosts the Market Watch from Madeira, speaking to Floris Bergh from Capricorn Asset Management about the latest GDP releases.
6/25/20247 minutes, 6 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 25 June

Maggie speaks to Roland Brown from Cirrus Capital about the predictions for the upcoming Namibian elections and comparisons to the recent South African elections that passed.
6/25/202413 minutes, 19 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 20 June

Maggie chats with Ministry of Mines and Energy Director of Mines and Mining Commissioner, Isabella Chirchir about Namibian policies, standards and practices in the mining industry.
6/20/202411 minutes, 4 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 20 June

Angie Scholtz speaks to Marlize Horn the Executive: Brand and Corporate Affairs of Capricorn Group.
6/20/202414 minutes, 35 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 20 June

Gary speaks to The Ghost about Multichoice associating with Sanlam, Director dealings: Directors of Companies buying and trading shares, and South Africa's global exposure after the recent historic elections regarding its political power shift.
6/20/202410 minutes, 3 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 19 June

Gary speaks to The Ghost about Multichoice associating with Sanlam, Director dealings: Directors of Companies buying and trading shares, and South Africa's global exposure after the recent historic elections regarding its political power shift.
6/19/202410 minutes, 3 seconds
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Market Watch - 18 June

Today Michelle hosts the Market Watch from a warm and humid Barcelona, speaking to John-Morgan Bezuidenhout from Momentum Investments about the recent Moody's and Fitch announcements.
6/18/20246 minutes, 57 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 18 June

Maggie speaks to Mr Josef Shikongo, the Deputy Director for Standards, Weights and Measures at the Ministry of Industrialisation and Trade about the findings on the market survey on accreditation held in all the regions for enhanced trade facilitation.
6/18/20249 minutes, 39 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 13 June

Angie speaks to Jason Kasuto, founder and managing partner of Monasa Advisory & Associates, a Namibian advisory firm specializing in Research, ESG, and Advisory services, and Chairperson of the Economic Association of Namibia.
6/13/20249 minutes, 36 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 13 June

Michelle speaks to Louw Nel, Senior Political Analyst from Oxford Economics, about the possible coalitions developing after the recent SA elections.
6/12/202412 minutes, 23 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 13 June

Gary speaks to The Ghost about the recently released AlexForbes results, good half-year results released by Oceana, and Rainbow Chicken having released their pre-listing numbers.
6/12/20248 minutes, 39 seconds
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Market Watch - 11 June

Michelle speaks to Theo Klein talking about a broad overview on credit ratings and a forward view on Namibia's credit ratings specifically.
6/11/20249 minutes, 52 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 11 June

Maggie speaks to Roland Brown after South Africa's elections and the economic impact the coalition and political landscape in SA might have on the Namibian economy.
6/11/202416 minutes, 2 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 7 June

Gary speaks to The Ghost about RCL Foods unbundling Rainbow Chicken, British American Tabacco's share price being the same as 10 years ago, and French Media giant Canal+ (Kanaal Plus) acquiring Multichoice.
6/5/202410 minutes, 21 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 7 June

Maggie catches up with Elizabeth M'ule, Coordinator of the Editors’ Forum of Namibia (EFN) and Director of the Southern African Editors’ Forum (SAEF).
6/5/202418 minutes, 43 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 7 June

Maggie speaks to the Acting Director of Council, at the National Youth Council of Namibia (NYC), Sircca Nghitila on the NextGen collateral free finance program for youth entrepreneurs.
6/5/202415 minutes, 6 seconds
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Tech Support - 4 June

Gerald tells us all about AI tools for your small business.
6/4/20242 minutes, 23 seconds
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Market Watch - 4 June

Michelle speaks to Gariel Erastus about the outcome of the South African elections and the impact on investment opportunities and strategies for South Africa as well as its neighbouring countries. They also briefly cover the looming water crisis of Namibia.
6/3/20247 minutes, 46 seconds
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AlexForbes lead Story - 4 June

Maggie speaks to His Excellency Wisnu Edi Pratignyo, the Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to Namibia on Indonesia/Namibia Business Relations straight from the Business Forum held in Windhoek.
6/3/202411 minutes, 11 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 30 May

Maggie chats with Lazarus Amukeshe, the Senior Illicit Financial Flows Project Officer, for Exchange Control and Legal Services at the Bank of Namibia about the Measurement of Illicit Financial Flows in Namibia.
5/30/202411 minutes, 57 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 30 May

Gary speaks to The Ghost about Barloworld, Pick n Pay results, Ackermans Group, The Chicken industry and avian flue, specifically Quantum shares being affected.
5/30/202413 minutes, 8 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 30 May

Maggie chats with Andrew Jansen, the Chairperson and Director of Simonis Storm Securities and Arysteq Asset Management and their holding company, Lexus Securities (Pty) Ltd.
5/30/202414 minutes, 33 seconds
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Tech Support - 28 May

Gerald tells us all about software requirements for businesses.
5/28/20242 minutes, 15 seconds
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AlexForbes Lead Story - 28 May

Angie speaks to NAMWATER CEO Abraham Nehemia on the update given about the current water supply situation facing central Namibia.
5/28/20248 minutes, 26 seconds
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Market Watch - 28 May

Michelle speaks to Robert McGregor from Cirrus Capital about the impact on the Namibian Economy based on the recently announced Namibian VISA requirements for various countries, as well as a quick overview for the upcoming South African National elections.
5/28/20247 minutes, 41 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 23 May

Maggie speaks to Anna Müller, the Co-Director of the Namibia Housing Action Group on the Shack Dwellers Federation’s informal settlement upgrading through Standard Bank Namibia’s buy-a-brick program.
5/23/202411 minutes, 44 seconds
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Ghost Biz - 22 May

Gary speaks to The Ghost about Astral Foods & the chicken industry in SA, Famous Brands, Adcorp, as well as Naspers and its invenstments in Chinese company Tencent.
5/22/20249 minutes, 2 seconds
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Tech Support - 21 May

Gerald tells us all about AI tech challenges in 2024
5/21/20242 minutes, 40 seconds
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Market Watch - 21 May

In the Market Watch: Michelle continues the discussion with economist Ruusa Nandago on the current effects of global inflation and her outlook on the topic.
5/21/20248 minutes, 1 second
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 21 May

In the Alex Forbes Lead Story: Angie speaks to Namibian President Nangolo Mbumba, about his recent visit to the Netherlands.
5/21/202410 minutes, 44 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 16 May

Maggie speaks to USAID Supply Chain Advisor, Farida Mushi about Namibia's Public Pharmaceutical industry.
5/16/202416 minutes, 17 seconds
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Tech Support - 14 May

Gerald tells us all about the importance of CIO's.
5/14/20242 minutes, 34 seconds
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Market Watch - 14 May

In the Market Watch: Michelle speaks to Mr. Cheryl Emvula about his expections on global inflation and Namibia's water scarcity in the central region affecting inflation.
5/13/20248 minutes, 1 second
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 14 May

In the Alex Forbes Lead Story: Maggie catches up with Lüderitz Mayor - Phillippus Albertus Balhao about the current key large scale developments taking place in Lüderitz.
5/13/202434 minutes, 10 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 9 May

Gary speaks to The Ghost about MTN - Nigeria, The Mondi Group and the paper industry, Goldfields & the current run of Gold prices, and an update on SA helium producer Renergen.
5/8/202411 minutes, 6 seconds
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Spotlight feature: Philippus Albertus Balhao

In the Spotlight: Maggie catches up with Lüderitz Mayor - Phillippus Albertus Balhao.
5/8/20246 minutes, 19 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 9 May

In the Alex Forbes Lead Story: Michelle speaks to Solomo Hei regarding the policy environment regarding Namibias natural resources.
5/8/202411 minutes, 28 seconds
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Market Watch - 7 May

Michelle speaks to Indileni Nanghonga
5/6/20249 minutes, 57 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 7 May

Maggie speaks to Patty Karuaihi-Martin, Managing Director of Namibia National Reinsurance Corporation about the upcoming African International Organisation Conference, slated for 1- 5 Juen 2024, in Windhoek.
5/6/202419 minutes, 13 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 2 May

Gary speaks to The Ghost about the chicken industry, Astral foods, BHP Mining, an update on Ellies' demise, as well as the share price of SA helium producer Renergen, and We Buy Cars.
5/3/202410 minutes, 52 seconds
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Market Watch - 30 April

In the Market Watch - Michelle speaks to David Wood from Waddappt​.
5/2/20248 minutes, 50 seconds
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Tech Support - 30 April

Gerald updates us on ways to safeguard your digital assets.
4/30/20242 minutes, 40 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 30 April

In the Alex Forbes Lead Story: Angie speaks to Riaan van Rooyen, the spokesperson for the russian state-owned company Uranium One, that specialises in uranium exploration, mining, and processing - which has started exploration drilling in Leonardville.
4/30/202418 minutes, 41 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 24 April

Gary and The Ghost speak about some good news for Capitec shareholders, extractive industries, ANGLO and Kumba Iron Ore being held back by infrastructural issues, SASOL, and TRUSTCO acquiring more shares in Legalshield.
4/24/202411 minutes, 2 seconds
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Market Watch - 23 April

Michelle speaks to Floris Bergh from Capricorn Asset Management about the oil market and inflation.
4/23/20246 minutes, 48 seconds
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Tech Support - 23 April

Gerald updates us on the advancements in renewable energy technologies.
4/23/20241 minute, 41 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 23 April

Maggie talks to the City of Windhoek's Section Head for Corporate Communactions Lydia Amutenya about its solid waste project.
4/23/202419 minutes, 23 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 23 April

Maggie speaks to both Moses Tekere, European Union Project Leader and Diana Tjiposa, the Deputy Director for Trade Policy at the Ministry of Industrialisation & Trade.
4/22/202411 minutes, 9 seconds
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Spotlight feature: Ruusa Nandango

Maggie speaks to Ruusa Nandango, Group Economist at First Rand Namibia.
4/22/20248 minutes, 55 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 17 April

Gary and "The Ghost" speak about TRUSTCO, The Purple Group, Ellies, and the stake held by Canal+ in Multichoice.
4/17/20249 minutes, 57 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 16 April

Maggie speaks to Methealth CFO Carlien van der Merwe regarding the Bank of Namibia now classifying all payments by Health Care providers and member to South Africa as foreign currency transactions.
4/15/20246 minutes, 30 seconds
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Market Watch - 16 April

Michelle speaks to Theo Klein from Oxford Economics Africa on global expectations regarding inflation and its effect on the local Namibian economy.
4/15/20248 minutes, 47 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 11 April

Gary and "The Ghost" speak about Sanlam investing in India, Remgro, Corronation & NEPI Rockcastle and French network operator Canal+ making an offer for Multichoice.
4/15/202412 minutes, 11 seconds
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Spotlight feature: Zulu Boy

Angie speaks to Pinehas Shikulo aka Zulu Boy
4/11/202413 minutes, 39 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 11 April

Deon speaks to Jaco Jacobs from Capricorn Investments.
4/11/202413 minutes, 58 seconds
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Tech Support - 09 April

Gerald gives us his 3 predictions in Technology regarding safer & smarter Mining practices.
4/9/20242 minutes, 21 seconds
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Market Watch - 09 April

Market Watch: Michelle speaks to John-Morgan Bezuidenhout (Investment Analyst at Sanlam Investments) about the impact of the US economy on Namibia.
4/9/20248 minutes, 4 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 09 April

Maggie speaks to Ockert Jansen (BIPA's Executive for Marketing, Corporate Communication and Client Management Services) about their annual duty penalty waiver program.
4/9/202419 minutes, 42 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 04 April

Deon speaks to Dr. Colleen Kotze, the Hospital General Manager for Mediclinic Windhoek.
4/3/202417 minutes, 15 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 27 March

Gary and The Ghost talk about Pepkor, TRUSTCO, Imtiaz Patel, African Rainbow Minerals and Blackwater being bought by Whitehaven.
4/3/20249 minutes, 16 seconds
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Market Watch - 02 April

Michelle speaks to Gabriel Erastus about the plans of the Namibian government, based on the recent national budget.
4/2/20248 minutes, 14 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 28 March

Gary and The Ghost talk about Spar, Barloworld, Nampak, ADvTECH, and MTN.
3/28/202410 minutes, 9 seconds
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Agri-Focus - 26 March

Hanks Saisai provides an update on the state of the agriculture sector.
3/27/20243 minutes, 10 seconds
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Market Watch - 26 March

Michelle speaks to Robert McGregor about growth opportunities.
3/27/20247 minutes, 50 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 26 March

Laimi speaks to the team from Aurik about their upcoming "Business Battle Plan" event.
3/27/20248 minutes, 31 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 21 March

Laimi finds out more about the Managing Director of BCX, Dirk van Niekerk
3/22/20247 minutes, 38 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 21 March

Gary and the Ghost discuss the JSE itself, Brait, Remgro and Sabvest, and more on the unbundling of WeBuyCars.
3/22/202410 minutes, 33 seconds
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Tourism Focus - 19 March

Hospitality Association of Namibia CEO, Gitta Paetzold, updates us on Namibia's participation at the recently held ITB trade show in Berlin.
3/19/20245 minutes, 24 seconds
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Market Watch - 19 March

Michelle speaks to First Rand economist Ruusa Nandago about the recently released preliminary National Census results.
3/19/20247 minutes, 40 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 19 March

David speaks to RDJ Group CEO, David Jarrett, to find out more about their latest publication.
3/19/202416 minutes, 17 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 14 March

With the Capricorn Group having recently released their interim financial results, Gary caught up with CFO, Johan Maas.
3/15/202412 minutes, 50 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 14 March 2024

Laimi finds out more about ProQuest Diagnostic Laboratories MD, Loide Uushona.
3/15/20244 minutes, 37 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 14 March

Gary talks to The Ghost about Absa, Remgro, Quantum Foods, Caxton, Old Mutual, and WeBuyCars
3/14/202411 minutes, 14 seconds
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Tech Support - 12 March

Gerald updates us on the latest in news in hyper-automation.
3/13/20242 minutes, 57 seconds
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Market Watch - 12 March

Michelle speaks to Catalyst Investment Managers' Head of Research, Cheryl Emvula, about government's debt burden.
3/13/20249 minutes, 41 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 12 March

David speaks to Oryx Properties CEO, and inaugural President of the Namibian Property Association, Ben Jooste, about what the body is and what they plan on doing
3/13/202411 minutes, 5 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 7 March

Laimi finds out more about professional hunter and self-taught photographer, Jofie Lamprecht.
3/7/20246 minutes
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IJG Ghost Biz - 7 March 2024

Gary and The Ghost discuss Nedbank, MTN, Spur, and Shoprite
3/7/20248 minutes, 41 seconds
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SME Focus - 5 March

Director of SME Compete, Danny Meyer, talks about the state of the SME sector in the country - with specific reference to the recently tabled National Budget.
3/5/20245 minutes, 55 seconds
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Market Watch - 5 March

Michelle speaks to Salomo Hei about the recently tabled National Budget.
3/5/202412 minutes, 6 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 5 March

David speaks to Basecamp Business Incubator's Jesaya Hano-Oshike about the upcoming Digital Innovation Summit.
3/5/202411 minutes, 4 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 29 February

Gary speaks to local economists Ruusa Nandago, Angelique Bock, and Robert McGregor to get their thoughts on this year's National Budget
2/29/202421 minutes, 32 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - 29 February

Laimi finds out more about the CEO of the Lithon Foundation, Marsia Reed.
2/29/20245 minutes, 44 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 29 February

Gary and The Ghost talk about Motus, Sasol, Libstar, and City Lodge.
2/28/20248 minutes, 15 seconds
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Mining Focus - 27 February

The Ministry of Mines and Energy's Chief Public Relations Officer, Ten Hasheela, tells us more about their online fraud portal.
2/28/20244 minutes, 24 seconds
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Market Watch - 27 February

Michelle speaks to Agribank of Namibia Economist, Indileni Namghonga about what we can expect in this year's budget.
2/28/20247 minutes, 53 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 27 February

David finds out more about the upcoming Namibian trial of the 4 Day Work Week from Country Representative, Jonas Ileka.
2/28/202413 minutes, 7 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 22 February

Gary speaks to Puma Energy Namibia General Manager, Adell Samuelson, about the companies plans for 2024.
2/22/202411 minutes, 35 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - Elzanne McCulloch

Find out more about nature lover, keen traveller, and Managing Director of Venture Media, Elzanne McCulloch.
2/22/20245 minutes, 11 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 22 February

David talks to The Ghost about NEPI Rockcastle, Telkom, Barloworld, and gold companies DRDGOLD and Pan African Resources.
2/21/20248 minutes, 31 seconds
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Construction Focus - 20 February

General Manager of the Construction Industries Federation of Namibia, Bärbel Kirchner, updates us on the state of the industry.
2/21/20246 minutes, 29 seconds
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Market Watch - 20 February

Michelle speaks to Capricorn Asset Management's Chief Economist, Floris Bergh about the National Budget.
2/21/20248 minutes, 37 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 20 February

David speaks to Vitalis Haupindi, co-founder of exciting homegrown ed-tech startup Yyeni AI.
2/21/202412 minutes, 26 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - Elsje Fowler

Elsje Fowler, Owner and Director - fowler House Private House Private school Elsje has been in Education for the past 20 years and in Education Management for the past 9 years. She is passionate about progressive education, nurturing a lifelong love for learning in children, critical thinking and creative problem solving skills. Elsje believes that children deserve to work in a school environment where they feel safe, happy and empowered.
2/16/20246 minutes, 15 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 15 February

Gary and The Ghost speak about Santam, Transaction Capital's proposed unbundling of WeBuyCars, Cashbuild, Anglo American, and Naspers.
2/14/202411 minutes, 8 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 15 February

David finds out more about the African Leadership Institute from co-founder Dr. Chrisna von Gericke-Fourie.
2/14/202419 minutes, 1 second
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Agri-Focus - 13 February

Hanks Saisai provides an update on the Agriculture Sector.
2/14/20242 minutes, 59 seconds
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Market Watch - 13 February

Michelle speaks to Theo Klein about how inflation in our neighbouring countries affects us here in Namibia.
2/14/202410 minutes, 38 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story

David attended the bursary award ceremony for the second intake of recipients of the NAMDIA Foundation Bursary Scheme and filed this report.
2/14/20249 minutes, 9 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 8 February

David speaks to Itemate Solutions COO, Robert van Breukelen, about innovations in the telco sector.
2/8/202412 minutes, 49 seconds
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Spotlight Feature - Ally Angula

Laimi fins out more about well known Namibian businesswoman, analyst and advisor, and now presidential contender, Ally Angula.
2/8/202415 minutes
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IJG Ghost Biz - 8 February

Gary speaks to The Ghost about DRDGOLD, Multichoice, Sun International, and portfolio company Hudaco.
2/8/20249 minutes, 56 seconds
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The Business Report - 6 February 2024

avid talks to CEO of the FP du Toit Transport Group about the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the freight and logistics sector in 2024. In the market watch segment Michelle speaks to independent economist Gabriel Erastus about government's budgets and their performance against the targets they set themselves. And CEO of the Hospitality Association of Namibia, Gitta Paetzold gives us a quick look back at the tourism sector's performance in 2023 and what her outlook for the rest of this year is.
2/8/202428 minutes, 41 seconds
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Tourism Focus - 6 February

CEO of the Hospitality Association of Namibia, Gitta Paetzold gives us a quick look back at the tourism sector's performance in 2023 and what her outlook for the rest of this year is.
2/7/20244 minutes, 23 seconds
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Market Watch - 6 February

Michelle speaks to independent economist Gabriel Erastus about government's budgets and their performance against the targets they set themselves.
2/7/20247 minutes, 44 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 6 February

David talks to CEO of the FP du Toit Transport Group, Stefan Terblanche, about the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the freight and logistics sector in 2024.
2/7/202416 minutes, 31 seconds
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The Business Report - 1 February

David speaks to Ulrich Hansen from WinWin Namibia about their marketing campaign for Namport and how recent developments in the shipping industry will impact both them and their client going forward. In the Spotlight Laimi finds out more about Trustco Group Deputy CEO Quinton van Rooyen Jnr, and in GhostBiz Gary and the Ghost talk about Lewis Stores; Truworths; Checkers; Transaction Capital and WeBuyCars; and on the international front, Microsoft.
2/2/202426 minutes, 16 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 1 February

David speaks to Ulrich Hansen from WinWin Namibia about their marketing campaign for Namport and how recent developments in the shipping industry will impact both them and their client going forward.
2/1/202413 minutes, 26 seconds
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Spotlight Interview - Quinton van Rooyen Jnr.

Laimi finds out more about avid exerciser and Deputy Chairperson of the Trustco Group, Quinton van Rooyen Jnr.
2/1/20245 minutes, 51 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 1 February

In today's show Gary talks to the Ghost about Lewis Stores; Truworths; Checkers; Transaction Capital and WeBuyCars; and on the international front, Microsoft.
2/1/202410 minutes, 12 seconds
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The Business Report - 30 January

Gary talks to Trustco Deputy CEO Quinton van Rooyen Jnr. about the company's drive to raise N$ 2.4 billion from share holders, Michelle speaks to Robert McGregor about growth trends and what the low central area dam levels could mean for the economy, and we find out about the Brand Ambassadors Programme that NIPDB Tourism and Investment Consultant and Olthaver & List Brand Ambassador Chairperson and International Business Developer, Michelle McLean is spearheading.
1/31/202425 minutes, 56 seconds
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Namibia Brand Ambassadors Programme

Laimi finds out more from NIPDB Tourism and Investment Consultant and Olthaver & List Brand Ambassador Chairperson and International Business Developer, Michelle McLean.
1/31/20244 minutes, 3 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 30 January

Gary talks to Trustco Deputy CEO Quinton van Rooyen Jnr. about the company's drive to raise N$ 2.4 billion from share holders.
1/31/202411 minutes, 38 seconds
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Market Watch - 30 January

Michelle speaks to Robert about growth trends and what the low central area dam levels could mean for the economy
1/31/20247 minutes, 42 seconds
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The Business Report - 25 January

In case you missed it, here is the show in full.
1/26/202428 minutes
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Spotlight - Edla Kaumbi

Find out more about the Executive Director of the Namibia Institute of Corporate Governance, Edla Kaumbi.
1/26/20248 minutes, 9 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 25 January

Find out more about recently appointed Letshego Micro Financial Services CEO, Melvin Angula's vision for his tenure.
1/26/20246 minutes, 50 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 25 January

In this episode: AVI, CarTrack owner Karooooo, Cashbuild, and Netflix
1/25/202410 minutes, 22 seconds
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The Business Report - 23 January 2024

In case you missed it, here is January 23rd's Business Report in full.
1/24/202423 minutes, 44 seconds
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Tech Support - 23 January

Gerald takes a look at the tasks and impacts that technology has in business.
1/24/20242 minutes, 53 seconds
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Market Watch - 23 January

Michelle speaks to local economist Ruusa Nandago
1/24/20247 minutes, 9 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 23 January

The Anaesthesiologists Society of Namibia weighs in on the current NAMAF tariff situation.
1/24/202417 minutes, 31 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 14 December

Gary catches up with Andrada Mining CEO, Anthony Viljoen.
12/15/202310 minutes, 23 seconds
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Spotlight - 14 December

Angie finds out more about Future Media's own Deon van Rensburg.
12/15/202313 minutes, 37 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 13 December

Gary speaks to the Ghost about Anglo American, Amplats, Kumba, Murray & Roberts, Italtile, and Trustco.
12/14/20238 minutes, 39 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 13 December

Angie speaks to the Director of Enforcement and Cartels Division at the Namibia Competition Commission Paulus Hangula about cases they are currently investigating, cases they have completed and contravention of merger regulations are under investigation.
12/14/202322 minutes, 29 seconds
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SME Focus - 12 December

Director of SMEs Compete, Danny Meyer, gives us a review of the economic pros & cons of 2023, and looks ahead to 2024.
12/13/20235 minutes, 44 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 12 December

With NAMAF having informed the industry that medical aid tariffs will remain the same going into 2024, Gary speaks to NPPF representative Eben De Klerk about what this means for medical aid members.
12/13/202318 minutes, 56 seconds
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Market Watch - 11 December

Oxford Economics economist Theo Klein takes a look at some of the key macroeconomic figures for 2023.
12/12/20235 minutes, 23 seconds
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Jose Kahuna on personal finance - Part 17

Business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna, provides tips and tricks on how to manage your money and grow your wealth in this series of personal finance talks.
12/12/20232 minutes, 33 seconds
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Spotlight - 7 December

Find out more about Pupkewitz Group Finance Manager Eugene Sheppard.
12/7/202310 minutes, 47 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 7 December

Michelle speaks to Osino Resources' ESG Manager, Robert Zipplies, about the release of their 2022 sustainability report.
12/7/202310 minutes, 23 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 6 December

Michelle speaks to Pupkewitz Group Finance Director, Eugene Sheppard, about the new Pupkewitz Lifestyle building that is going up in Kleine Kuppe.
12/7/20237 minutes, 54 seconds
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Tech Support - 5 December

Our resident tech expert, Gerald Engelbrecht, provides a detailed overlook of the use of WhatsApp in business.
12/6/20232 minutes, 6 seconds
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Agri focus - 5 December

Agricultural Bank Technical Advisor, Hanks Saisai highlights importance of keeping rainfall records.
12/6/20235 minutes, 32 seconds
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The Alexforbes Leac Story - 5 December

Minister of Industrialisation and Trade, Lucia Iipumbu, talks to us about efforts to enhance trade and economic cooperation between Namibia and Venezuela.
12/6/202311 minutes, 50 seconds
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IJG Ghost Biz - 5 December

Gary and the Ghost discuss Spar, the PBT Group, Tiger Brands, and Nampak
12/5/202313 minutes, 20 seconds
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Market Watch - 4 December

Local economist Angelique Bock takes a look at vehicle sales.
12/5/20235 minutes, 20 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 04 December

James Mnyupe, Presidential Economic Advisor and Green Hydrogen Commissioner speaks to Angie Scholz about the MOU signed with the Japanese Bank for International Cooperation.
12/4/202311 minutes, 41 seconds
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Jose Kahuna on personal finance - Part 16

Business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna, provides tips and tricks on how to manage your money and grow your wealth in this series of personal finance talks.
12/4/20233 minutes, 41 seconds
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The Alexforbes Spotlight - 30 November

Director of SMEs Compete, Danny Meyer, tells Angie about the importance of SMEs in the local economy.
12/1/202310 minutes, 23 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 30 November

Michelle find out more about the CEO of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Namibia, Fenni Nghikevali.
12/1/202314 minutes, 7 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 23 November

B2Gold Namibia held a press conference to explain its current operations and the Otjikoto gold mine's planned closure of the mine. Angie speaks to Eric Barnard, B2Gold Namibia's General Manager.
11/23/20237 minutes, 9 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 23 November

In our spotlight interview, Michelle speaks to well-known estate agent Gretha de Santos. Gretha is one of the most successful residential property experts in Namibia, has won many awards, and she tells us about her humble beginnings and some of her thoughts on the property market.
11/23/202312 minutes, 58 seconds
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IJG Ghost Stories - 22 November

Gary has his weekly discussion with the Finance Ghost, this time about 3 companies that are in the process of raising capital - Africa Rainbow Capital, Sibanye-Stillwater, and Sirius Real Estate.
11/22/202310 minutes, 19 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 22 November

The National Accounting Summit was held in Windhoek, to provide a new perspective for the accounting profession to position itself in the digital world. Michelle speaks to the CEO of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Namibia Fenni Nghikevali about the summit.
11/22/202310 minutes, 10 seconds
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Mining Focus - 21 November 2023

The Ministry of Mines and Energy spokesperson Ten Hasheela speaks to us about the increasing number of advertisements on social media platforms where individuals and entities are offering wholesale and retail fuel licenses, and marketing fuel at unofficially gazetted prices, often from unlicensed locations.
11/21/20236 minutes, 18 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 21 November

Gary speaks to the Founder and CEO of Turipamwe Tanya Stroh A Namibian design agency, publishing an industrial White Paper on design thinking, the first in the country. A project packed with insights from an original study conducted in 2022, informs how Namibian organisations can approach innovation. This study provides knowledge on the current applications of design thinking and future possibilities in Namibia's unique context.
11/21/202310 minutes, 32 seconds
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Tech Support - 21 November

Gerald Engelbrecht talks about incorporating social media platforms during the Christmas season in Tech Support
11/21/20232 minutes, 19 seconds
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Market Watch - 20 November

In the Market Watch we have Angelique Bock Simonis and Storm Research Assistant, who speaks to us about inflation, vehicle sales, and much more.
11/20/20234 minutes, 57 seconds
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Jose Kahuna on personal finance - Part 14

Business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna, provides tips and tricks on how to manage your money and grow your wealth in this series of personal finance talks.
11/20/20232 minutes, 43 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 20 November

Paratus Group has secured funding of US$ 31 million to help realise its ambitious infrastructure expansion plans. The capital injection will significantly boost connectivity across key and currently underserved regions and contribute to the Group’s goal of doubling revenue within the next five years. Angie speaks to Rolf Mendelsohn the Group's Chief Technical Officer.
11/20/20239 minutes, 54 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 16 November

FNB Namibia and NASRIA have joined forces to launch the Credit Guarantee Scheme, Michelle speaks to FNB Head of Business Banking, Tomas Iinji, to find out more.
11/16/202311 minutes, 36 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 16 November

Michelle finds out more about the life and times of veteran politician, Bernadette Jagger.
11/16/202334 minutes, 12 seconds
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IJG Ghost Stories - 15 November

Episode three sees 'The Finance Ghost' casting his eye on Woolworths, Glencore, Bidcorp, and Santam.
11/16/202310 minutes, 36 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 15 November

Trustco Deputy CEO, Quinton van Rooyen Jnr. updates us on the cancelled Finbond transaction.
11/16/20239 minutes, 48 seconds
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Market Watch - 13 November

Salomo Hei talks about the sectors of the economy that are showing improvement post Covid-19
11/14/20234 minutes, 57 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 13 November

David speaks to Dr. Greg Mills about his new book 'Rich State, Poor State'.
11/14/202325 minutes, 55 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 9 November

This week we find out more about well known writer, publisher, lover of nature, and so much more, Rieth van Schalkwyk.
11/9/202315 minutes, 28 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 9 November

Green Hydrogen Commissioner, James Mnyupe updates us on Namibia's Green Hydrogen journey.
11/9/202316 minutes, 1 second
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IJG Ghost Stories - 8 November

In episode two 'The Finance Ghost' looks at MTN, Bell Equipment, AECI, and Des De Beer and Lighthouse Properties.
11/8/202311 minutes, 12 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 8 November

David speaks to The Director of Industry at the Economic Development Board of Mauritius, Geerish Bucktowonsing to find out more about the Mauritius-Namibia Trade and Investment Forum.
11/8/202312 minutes, 12 seconds
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Tech Support - 7 November

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht looks at how businesses can take advantage of Augmented Reality.
11/7/20232 minutes, 57 seconds
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Agri-Focus - 7 November

Technical Advisor at Agribank of Namibia, Hank Saisai updates us on the Agriculture Sector
11/7/20236 minutes, 7 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 7 November

David finds out more about the Africa Tech Festival from Director, Events | Connecting Africa | Informa Tech, James Williams.
11/7/202310 minutes, 8 seconds
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Market Watch - 6 November

Managing Director of High Economic Intelligence, Salomo Hei looks at where things stand as we approach the end of 2024.
11/7/20234 minutes, 50 seconds
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Jose Kahuna on personal finance - part 12

Business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna, provides tips and tricks on how to manage your money and grow your wealth in this series of personal finance talks.
11/7/20233 minutes, 38 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 6 November

David speaks to Bipa CEO Vivienne Katjiuongua about the Duty Penalty Waiver Programme.
11/7/202310 minutes, 45 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 2 November

This week we find out more about Indongo Toyota Managing Director, Willie Verdoes.
11/3/202316 minutes, 5 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 2 November

CEO, Arnold Klein talks to Gary about Agra's latest results.
11/3/202316 minutes, 47 seconds
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IJG Ghost Stories - 1 November

The first episode of our weekly look at some of the top stocks and companies with 'The Finance Ghost'.
11/2/202312 minutes, 5 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 1 November

Get to grips with the Mid-Term Budget Review with this panel discussion.
11/2/202332 minutes, 31 seconds
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Tech Support - 24 October

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht looks at the Metaverse.
11/1/20233 minutes, 13 seconds
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Tourism Focus - 31 October

Hospitality Association of Namibia's CEO Gitta Paetzold gives insight about Namibia's Tourism Industry.
11/1/20236 minutes, 51 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 31 October

Old Mutual Namibia's Executive: Marketing Public Affairs and Sustainability, Mignon Du Preez provides a look back at last week's Old Mutual Unemployment Indaba.
11/1/20238 minutes, 16 seconds
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Market Watch - 30 October

Local economist Gabriel Erastus looks at the implications of Kenya's announcement that all African visitors will receive free Visas.
11/1/20235 minutes, 18 seconds
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Jose Kahuna on personal finance - part 11

Business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna, provides tips and tricks on how to manage your money and grow your wealth in this series of personal finance talks.
11/1/20233 minutes, 42 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 30 October

Find out what took place at this year's African Energy Week from executive chairman of the African Energy Chamber, NJ Ayuk.
11/1/202313 minutes, 31 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 26 October

This week we find out more about well known Namibian Patrick de Goede.
10/26/202324 minutes, 3 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 26 October

David speaks to IPPR researcher, Kitty Mcgirr about her report: "The Global Cost of Living Crisis from a Namibian Perspective.
10/26/202331 minutes, 57 seconds
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MTC Corporate Social Responsibility Spend

Angie speaks to Tim Ekandjo about MTC's N$ 12.5 million investment in CSR projects.
10/26/20237 minutes, 15 seconds
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Tech Support - 24 October

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht looks at how blockchain technology is reshaping transactions.
10/25/20232 minutes, 55 seconds
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Mining Focus - 24 October

Chief Public Relations Officer at Ministry of Mines and Energy, Ten Hasheela, updates us on the industry.
10/25/20237 minutes, 34 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 24 October

Gary speaks to Dimension Data Namibia CEO, Annalize van der Merwe about the first in country security platform.
10/25/202313 minutes, 7 seconds
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Market Watch - 23 October

Oxford Economics Africa Economist, Theo Klein talks to us about projects currently making headlines in Namibia.
10/24/20235 minutes, 18 seconds
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Jose Kahuna on personal finance - part 10

Business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna, provides tips and tricks on how to manage your money and grow your wealth in this series of personal finance talks.
10/24/20233 minutes, 30 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 23 October

Gary speaks to EU Deputy Head of Delegation, Gosia Lachut, about the EU-Namibia Business Forum taking place in Brussels from 24 - 25 October.
10/24/202312 minutes, 28 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 19 October

This week we find out more about HR Consultant, Coach, Owner of Hito HR, and Author of "People First: Hito's Management Handbook, Lisa Matomola.
10/20/202321 minutes, 25 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 19 October

Gary speaks to NSX CEO Tiaan Bazuin about their newly launched bond trading system.
10/20/20238 minutes, 15 seconds
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Frederick Muller

Having recently been promoted to Managing Director of Alexforbes Investments Namibia, David caught up with previous The Business Report contributor, Frederick Muller.
10/19/20237 minutes, 50 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 18 October

Director of the Rhodes Business School at Rhodes University, Professor Owen Skae tells us about their new Postgraduate Diploma in Advancement and Resource Mobilisation as well as what else the school has on offer.
10/19/202311 minutes, 26 seconds
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Tech Support - 17 October

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht looks at adopting the 'tech-business mindset'
10/18/20232 minutes, 48 seconds
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Construction Focus - 17 October 2023

construction Industries Federation of Namibia General Manager catches us up about the state of the industry.
10/18/20238 minutes, 3 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 17 October

David finds out more about Yango from Namibia Country Manager, CJ Dumeni
10/18/20239 minutes, 35 seconds
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Market Watch - 16 October

Simonis Storm Research Associate, Angelique Bock talks about the country's third quarter performance.
10/17/20237 minutes, 53 seconds
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Jose Kahuna on personal finance - part 9

Business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna, provides tips and tricks on how to manage your money and grow your wealth in this series of personal finance talks.
10/17/20233 minutes, 28 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 16 October

Gary speaks to Aurik Namibia Director, Christo Swartz and CEO and Founder, Pavlo Phitidis.
10/17/202311 minutes, 44 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 12 October

Find out more about Sanlam Namibia Group CEO, Tertius Stears.
10/13/20239 minutes, 31 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 12 October

Angie speaks to the Vice-President for Corporate Affairs at AB InBev, Zoleka Lisa.
10/13/20237 minutes, 57 seconds
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Onguza pop-up store

David speaks to Dan Craven about the Onguza pop-up store and related events happening in Windhoek.
10/12/202313 minutes, 8 seconds
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Thje Alexforbes Lead Story - 11 October

Angie speaks to the Deputy Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Maureen Hinda-Mbuende about moves to reform the current procurement system.
10/12/20239 minutes, 8 seconds
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Tech Support - 10 October

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht looks at third-party plugins for ChatGPT.
10/11/20232 minutes, 41 seconds
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Agri Focus - 10 October

Commodity analyst at the Namibian Agricultural Union, Bertha Ijambo, takes a look at the poultry sector
10/11/20236 minutes, 3 seconds
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Market Watch - 09 October

Local economist Gabriel Erastus takes a look at how current geopolitics are affecting the global economy.
10/10/20235 minutes, 7 seconds
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Jose Kahuna on personal finance - part 8

Business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna, provides tips and tricks on how to manage your money and grow your wealth in this series of personal finance talks.
10/10/20233 minutes, 30 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 09 October

Angie speaks to Unam economics lecturer Dr. Omu Kakujaha-Matundu about the danger of natural resource-backed loans.
10/10/20239 minutes, 56 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 05 October

This week we find out more about the CEO and co-founder of the Sisedi Investment Group, Hertha Gontes.
10/6/202313 minutes, 30 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 05 October

Gary speaks to the founder and CEO of Impact Tank, Elzine Gawaxab-Mushambi.
10/6/202312 minutes, 22 seconds
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Talaria and Powerland e-mobility solutions

David speaks to Uys Prinsloo to find out more about their range of electric quad and motorbikes.
10/5/202313 minutes, 42 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 04 October

Michelle talks to Annemarie Gamperl to find out more about the opportunities that exist in the beauty industry.
10/5/202311 minutes, 2 seconds
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Tech Support - 3 October

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht looks at ways that businesses can make use of AI in their operations.
10/4/20232 minutes, 58 seconds
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Trade Focus - 03 October

We get an update from GS1 CEO Patricia Hangula
10/4/20236 minutes, 31 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 03 October

Paratus MD, Andrew Hall, unpacks their recent results.
10/4/20239 minutes, 56 seconds
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Market Watch - 2 October

Oxford Economics Africa economist Theo Klein talks to us about how Namibia seems to be bucking the trend of having to prepare for lower growth.
10/2/20235 minutes, 8 seconds
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Jose Kahuna on personal finance - part 7

Business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna, provides tips and tricks on how to manage your money and grow your wealth in this series of personal finance talks.
10/2/20233 minutes, 11 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 2 October

David speaks to Africa GreenCo Regional Business Development Manager, Chisha Chisha, to find out more about the business, and them having been granted an electricity export licence by the Electricity Control Board.
10/2/202312 minutes, 1 second
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The RMA Spotlight - 28 September

David finds out more about about Co-Founder and Managing Director of EBIKES4AFRICA, Marita Walther.
9/29/202314 minutes, 43 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 28 September

Gary speaks to Rowland Brown about Osino Resources' Capital raising and listing.
9/29/20239 minutes, 45 seconds
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SIM Card registration deadline getting closer

David speaks to CRAN's Manager for Consumer Relations and Advocacy, Hilia Mhani, and Manager for Dispute Resolution and Enforcement, Maria Uushona, about the looming deadline and what will happen to those who have not registered their SIMs by 31 December 2023.
9/28/202313 minutes, 37 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 28 September

Angie speaks to Electricity Control Board CEO, Robert Kahimise about plans to adjust tariffs for 11 distribution licensees by the end of the month due to the majority of them failing to apply for these adjustments.
9/28/20239 minutes, 52 seconds
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Tourism Focus - 26 September

Hospitality Association of Namibia's CEO Gitta Paetzold gives insight about Namibias Tourism Industry.
9/26/20234 minutes, 22 seconds
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Tech Support - 26 September

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht takes a look at three types of technology used in business to save time and money.
9/26/20232 minutes, 3 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 26 September

In the Lead story, Gary speaks to Quinton Van Rooyen Junior, the Deputy CEO of Trustco about the third successful renewal of its Environmental Clearance Certificate for the Lafrenz Industrial Township Development.
9/26/20238 minutes, 49 seconds
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Market Watch - 25 September

In the Market Watch, we have Angelique Bock, Simonis and Storm Research Assistant.
9/25/20236 minutes, 8 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 25 September

In the Lead story, Angie speaks to Yvette Mtolo-Phiri the Chairperson of The Retirement Funds Institute of Namibia about the just ended 16th annual Conference
9/25/20239 minutes, 4 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 25 September

Gary speaks to Trustco's Quinton van Rooyen Jr about having obtained the third renewal of the Enviroment Clearance Certificate regarding their current Industrial property development in Lafrenz, and the expansion to Phase 3 of this development.
9/25/20238 minutes, 49 seconds
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Jose Kahuna on personal finance - part 6

Business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna, provides tips and tricks on how to manage your money and grow your wealth in this series of personal finance talks.
9/25/20233 minutes, 11 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 21 September

Gary speaks to Eben De Klerk, advisor to the Economic Policy Research Association about his concerns on the Financial Intelligence Amendment Act, which was signed into law on the 21st of July 2023.
9/21/20239 minutes, 56 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 21 September

In this week's Spotlight, Gary speaks to the CEO of the Namibia Savings and Investment Association (NaSIA) Jason Hailonga
9/21/202314 minutes, 31 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 20 September

Gary speaks to the CFO of Bank Windhoek Zenaune Kamberipa about their recently released results.
9/20/202315 minutes, 34 seconds
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FlyNamibia MD Andre Compion & Airlink CEO Rodger Foster - 20 September

Both FlyNamibia MD Andre Compion and Airlink CEO Rodger Foster speak to Gary about the collaborative effort between both companies.
9/20/202316 minutes, 7 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 19 September

The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism says Namibia could generate at least 1.5 billion tonnes of biomass from the 45 million hectares of the country that is bush encroached. Minister Pohamba Shifeta, said to date, nearly 2 million tonnes of biomass are harvested every year, translating into thousands of job opportunities for the Namibian youth. Angie spoke to Minister Pohamba Shifeta.
9/19/20237 minutes, 41 seconds
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Agriculture Focus - 19 September

Livestock and crop farming are increasingly under threat from risks such as drought and it has become essential for farmers to explore diversification options to sustain their farming ventures. Hanks Saisai, Technical Advisor at the Agricultural Bank
9/19/20235 minutes, 12 seconds
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Tech Support - 19 September

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht takes a look at tools that can aid in the strategic scaling of business models.
9/19/20232 minutes, 20 seconds
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Market Watch - 18 September

In the Market Watch, we have local economist Gabriel Erastus, updating us with a global market forecast.
9/18/20234 minutes, 51 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 18 September

The Retirement Funds Institute of Namibia will host its 16th annual Conference from 21-22 September 2023 at Droombos, Angie speaks to Yvette Mtolo-Phiri the Institute's Chairperson about the conference.
9/18/202319 minutes, 46 seconds
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Jose Kahuna on personal finance - part 5

Business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna, provides tips and tricks on how to manage your money and grow your wealth in this series of personal finance talks.
9/18/20232 minutes, 31 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 14 September

The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia hosted the Namcor Race to Oil Seminar 2023, with the main objective of providing knowledge-sharing opportunities to Namibia's youth. Angie spoke to Petrus Nuuyoma, an Oil Trader at the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia.
9/14/20239 minutes, 11 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 14 September

In this week's Spotlight, Michelle is joined by Professor Petrina Kapewangolo an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry, University of Namibia
9/14/202315 minutes, 21 seconds
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King Price Insurance Namibia CEO Braam Vermeulen - 13 September

Gary speaks to King Price Insurance Namibia CEO Braam Vermeulen regarding their recent celebration of their 7th Birthday and further intricacies within the local insurance industry.
9/13/202311 minutes, 39 seconds
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 13 September

In our lead story, Angie speaks to Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila attended the 57th SADC Committee of Central Bank Governors meeting that took place in Swakopmund.
9/13/202310 minutes, 1 second
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Alexforbes Lead Story - 12 September

Namibia and Zambia have agreed to foster mutually beneficial partnerships within the private sector and enhance trade by improving market access for various products. Trade Ministers from both countries convened in Lusaka to assess progress in investment cooperation. Angie spoke to Asser Nashikaku the Director of International Trade in the Ministry of Industrialization and Trade
9/12/202310 minutes, 4 seconds
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Mining Focus - 12 September

Andreas Simon from the Ministry of Mines and Energy explains what's happening in their sector.
9/12/20233 minutes, 40 seconds
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Tech Support - 12 September

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht takes a look at 3 biggest trends happening in the Crypto-space right now.
9/12/20232 minutes, 46 seconds
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Market Watch - 11 September

In the Market Watch, we have Cirrus Capital economist Robert McGregor
9/11/20236 minutes, 19 seconds
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Jose Kahuna on personal finance - part 4

Business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna, provides tips and tricks on how to manage your money and grow your wealth in this series of personal finance talks.
9/11/20232 minutes, 38 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 11 September

In the Lead story, Angie speaks to James Mnyupe, the Presidential Economic Advisor and Green Hydrogen Commissioner about South Korea's visit to Namibia.
9/11/202310 minutes, 29 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 07 September

In our Spotlight, Gary speaks to Osino Resources CEO and President, Heye Daun.
9/7/202310 minutes, 55 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 07 September

In the lead story, Gary speaks to Olthaver & List chairman Sven Thieme about the passing of Pick n Pay founder, Raymond Ackerman, aged 92.
9/7/202310 minutes, 31 seconds
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Chairperson of the 4IR Task Force, Professor Anicia Peters - 06 September

Gary catches up with the chairperson of the 4IR Task Force Professor Anicia Peters about some of their findings
9/6/202312 minutes, 37 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 06 September

Gary speaks to Christopher Drysdale the Chief Executive Officer of Antler Gold.
9/6/202310 minutes, 58 seconds
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Tech Support - 05 September

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht takes a look at Cybersecurity for Small Businesses.
9/5/20232 minutes, 22 seconds
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Tourism Focus - 05 September

Hospitality Association of Namibia's CEO Gitta Paetzold looks at the Namibian Tourism Industry for the month of September.
9/5/20235 minutes, 33 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 05 September

Angie Scholz speaks to The Chamber of Mines CEO Veston Malango about the just-ended Mining Expo that took place in Windhoek.
9/5/202311 minutes, 53 seconds
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Market Watch - 09 September

In the Market Watch, we have Local economist Theo Klein, who talks to us about Namibia's Economic Outlook.
9/4/20235 minutes, 17 seconds
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Jose Kahuna on personal finance - part 3

Business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna, provides tips and tricks on how to manage your money and grow your wealth in this series of personal finance talks.
9/4/20233 minutes, 10 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 04 September

Executive of Finance at TransNamib Cornwell Chadya tells us more about the process on aquiring 2.1 billion from the Development Bank of South Africa
9/4/202313 minutes, 25 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 31 August

Andrada CEO Anthony Viljoen tells us more about the company and the prospects for the future.
8/31/202312 minutes, 12 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 30 August

Find out more about marketer, content creator, and founder of Moon Valley Films, Andrei Tirtirau.
8/31/20239 minutes, 11 seconds
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KWV's Lourens Stander

The company's Sprits Manager talks to us about KWV, how South African brandy is different, and whether climate change and 'mindful drinking' is likely to affect the industry.
8/31/20239 minutes, 44 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 30 August

Osino Resources CEO and President, Heya Daun tells us more about their dual-listing and capital raising drive.
8/31/202314 minutes, 12 seconds
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Tech Support - 29 August

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht takes a look at ways that technology can improve business productivity.
8/30/20232 minutes, 3 seconds
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Trade Focus - 29 August

Local expert, and founder of Trade Africa, Maria-Lisa Immanuel catches us up on developments in the sector, with a special focus on the AfCFTA.
8/30/20233 minutes, 50 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 29 August

Minister of Industrialization and Trade, Lucia Iipumbu speaks to us about the Ongwediva Trade Fair Business Forum.
8/30/20239 minutes, 13 seconds
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Market Watch - 28 August

Simonis Storm Research Assistant, Angelique Bock, talks about the construction sector.
8/29/20234 minutes, 51 seconds
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Jose Kahuna on personal finance - part 2

Business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna, provides tips and tricks on how to manage your money and grow your wealth in this series of personal finance talks.
8/29/20233 minutes, 5 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 28 August

Former South African Statistician General, Pali Lehohla, talks to us about his participation in the GIZ Equality Week Public Lecture.
8/29/202320 minutes, 33 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 24 August

We find out more about Managing Director of NaMedia, Natasja Beyleveld.
8/24/20238 minutes, 34 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 24 August

IPPR Executive Director Graham Hopwood tells us more about the presentation he made at the Oil and Gas Summit.
8/24/202311 minutes, 29 seconds
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Roger Fitzsimons on Promobasket

CEO and founder of Promobasket Namibia tells us more about his company and why they've launched in Namibia.
8/24/20238 minutes, 53 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 23 August

Economist Robin Sherbourne talks to us about "The State of the Namibian Economy 2023".
8/24/202313 minutes, 19 seconds
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Tech Support - 22 August

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht focuses on 'must-have' tech for start-ups.
8/23/20232 minutes, 26 seconds
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Agri Focus - 22 August

Hanks Saisai, Technical Advisor at the Agricultural Bank speaks about Dryland Crop Production Preparations.
8/23/20235 minutes, 33 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - Rachel Gesami

Secretary, Policy for the Government of Kenya and one-time advisor to the IMF, Dr. Rachel Gesami, talks about Vision 2030.
8/23/202312 minutes, 16 seconds
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Market Watch - 21 August

We take a look at the insurance industry's challenges and future this week with freelance journalist Gareth Stokes.
8/22/20239 minutes, 27 seconds
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Jose Kahuna on personal finance - part 1

Business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna, provides tips and tricks on how to manage your money and grow your wealth in this series of personal finance talks.
8/22/20233 minutes, 9 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 21 August

Bipa's Executive: Marketing, Corporate Communication and Client Service Management, Ockert Jansen updates us on the mandatory beneficial ownership requirements for all legal persons.
8/22/202313 minutes, 31 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 17 August

Find out more about business consultant, entrepreneur, trainer, and co-author of "Entrepreneurship Made Easy", Jose Kahuna.
8/18/20239 minutes, 27 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 17 August

David speaks to PetroSA CEO Sandisiwe Ncemane at the Economic Association of Namibia's Oil and Gas Conference.
8/18/20239 minutes, 19 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 16 August

Pali Lehohla reflects on his time as South African Statistician General and some slightly more contemporary issues.
8/16/202316 minutes, 32 seconds
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Namene Solar Namibia

CEO Patrick Lagrange tells us more about their their innovative approach to empower every community through clean technology.
8/16/202314 minutes, 8 seconds
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Tech Support - 15 August

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht explains why now is the perfect time to 'Spring-clean' your company's tech.
8/15/20232 minutes, 56 seconds
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Mining and Energy Focus - 15 August

Ministry of Mines and Energy spokesperson, Andreas Simon updates us on the sector.
8/15/20234 minutes, 24 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 15 August

Economic Association of Namibia Chairperson, Jason Kasuto, tells us more about the annual conference - this year focusing on oil and gas.
8/15/20238 minutes, 43 seconds
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Market Watch - 14 August

Angie Scholtz provides an update on economic activity in Ongwediva.
8/15/20235 minutes, 5 seconds
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Investment Feature - 14 August

Local Economist Gabriel Erastus takes a look at Namibia's position on both green and fossil fuel energy.
8/15/20235 minutes, 10 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 14 August

Green Hydrogen Commissioner, James Mnyupe tells us more about the Ministry of Mines and Energy's new Implementation Authority Office
8/15/202312 minutes, 24 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 10 August

Find out more about Counselor, Coach, Public Speaker and former head of the Media Dept at the College of the Arts, Anthony Williams !Auchab.
8/11/202314 minutes, 50 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 10 August

The NIPDB's Francois van Schlkwyk tells us more about the invitation to local firms to participate in the annual "Africa Down Under" in Perth, Australia to meet and engage with potential investors.
8/11/202313 minutes, 30 seconds
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Andrei Tirtirau

The founder of Moon Valley Films talks to us about the industry.
8/10/202310 minutes, 28 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 09 August

NaMedia MD Natasja Beyleveld talks to us about media monitoring and the state of the industry.
8/10/202319 minutes, 58 seconds
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Tech Support - 08 August

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht takes a look at emerging tech that can change the way we live, e.g. sand batteries, or brain-interfacing robots.
8/9/20233 minutes, 11 seconds
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Tourism Focus - 08 August

Gita Paetzold updates us on the state of the tourism industry in August, which is traditionally our peak tourism month
8/9/20235 minutes, 21 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 08 August

Robert McGregor talks to us about the re-tabling of the Namibia Investment Promotion and Facilitation Bill.
8/9/202312 minutes, 32 seconds
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Market Watch - 07 August

Luderitz Town Council Public Relations Officer, Elwin Gaseb, updates us on Luderitz's current economic activities and plans.
8/8/20235 minutes, 1 second
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Investment Feature - 07 August

Simonis Storm Research Assistant, Angelique Bock, talks about the increased growth in Private Sector Credit Extension in June 2023.
8/8/20234 minutes, 43 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 07 August

Professor Liezel Alsemgeest explains more about the growing trend of 'finfluencing'
8/8/202310 minutes, 9 seconds
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The RMA Spotlight - 03 August

We find out more about Namibia Building Workers Pension Fund CEO Enwich Kazondu
8/4/202310 minutes, 3 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 03 August

British High Commissioner to Namibia, Charles Moore, catches us up on many of the activities the UK government is undertaking in Namibia.
8/4/202315 minutes, 57 seconds
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Namibia Oil and Gas Conference

Angie talks to Nangula Uaandja about the upcoming Oil and Gas Conference
8/3/20237 minutes, 26 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 02 August

Vice-President Nangolo Mbumba catches us up about what was discussed at the recent Russia-Africa Summit.
8/3/20237 minutes, 26 seconds
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Tech Support - 01 August

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht talks about tech business concepts that provide opportunities for Namibian entrepreneurs.
8/2/20233 minutes, 37 seconds
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Agri-Focus - Tuesday 1 August

Commodity analyst at the Namibian Agricultural Union, Bertha Ijambo, talks to us about the state of the agricultural industry.
8/2/20234 minutes, 45 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 01 August

Trustco Group Deputy CEO, Quinton Z Van Rooyen tells us more about the co-investment in the company's Meya diamond mine in Sierra Leone.
8/2/20239 minutes, 33 seconds
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Market Watch - 31 July

Angie Scholtz focuses on Windhoek
8/1/20233 minutes, 57 seconds
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Investment Feature - 31 July

Agirbank economist, Indoleni Nangonga talks interest rates.
8/1/20233 minutes, 30 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 31 July

Oryx Properties CEO Ben Jooste tells us more about the rights issue they used to raise N$ 300 million.
8/1/202310 minutes, 25 seconds
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Spotlight - Sandra Mwiihangele

Namibia's own cosmetic chemist and manufacturer tells us more about her journey to where she is today.
7/31/202316 minutes, 47 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 27 July

Labour consultant and principal officer of the Namibia Building Workers Pension Fund, Enwich Kazondu tells us about changes to the fund.
7/28/202311 minutes, 47 seconds
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Rent to Own Namibia

Managing Director Inocencio Verde tells us more about the product and how Namibians can take advantage of the offer.
7/27/20239 minutes, 23 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 26 July

We talk to David Nuyoma on the eve of his retirement.
7/27/202318 minutes, 59 seconds
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Tech Support - 25 July

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht highlights three cyber-security trends small businesses need to be aware of.
7/26/20232 minutes, 59 seconds
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Trade Focus - 25 July

Local expert, and founder of Trade Africa, Maria-Lisa Immanuel catches us up on developments in the sector internationally, on the continent, and in Namibia.
7/26/20234 minutes, 43 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 25 July

Professor Anicia Peters tells us about what the National Commission on Research, Science and Technology (NCRST) does, what her 'vision' for the organisation is, and how operating as its CEO differs from her previous life in academia.
7/26/202316 minutes, 50 seconds
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Market Watch - 24 July

Leonard Witbeen takes a closer look at the southern town of Bethanie, one of the oldest settlements in the country.
7/25/20235 minutes, 12 seconds
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Investment Feature - 24 July

Theo Klein turns his eye towards Namibia Q2 consumptive spending.
7/25/20234 minutes, 54 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 24 July

The Electricity Control Board's General Manager of Economic Regulation, Pinehas Mutota, explains tariffs.
7/25/202310 minutes, 45 seconds
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Spotlight - Hilda Basson Namundjebo

Managing Director of Oxygen Communications, and Namibian media legend, Hilda Basson Namundjebo joins Gary to talk about her very interesting journey.
7/24/202332 minutes, 55 seconds
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Namibian Barcode

CEO of GS1 Namibia, Patricia Hangula, tells us more about the new 631 code and what exactly it means.
7/21/202310 minutes, 43 seconds
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William De'Ath

Find out more about the Fortitude Property Group from it's founding partner.
7/19/20239 minutes, 44 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 19 July

Chamber of Mines of Namibia CEO Veston Malango tells us about the upcoming Mining Expo and Conference.
7/19/202312 minutes, 14 seconds
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Tech Support - 18 July

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht this week looks at technology trends and how they signify the overall direction of development and change.
7/19/20235 minutes, 47 seconds
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Mining and Energy Focus

Spokesperson for the Ministry of Mines and Energy, Andreas Simon provides an update on the activities in the sector.
7/19/20234 minutes, 52 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 18 July

Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board Executive Director for Innovation Acceleration in the Small and Medium Enterprises Division, Dino Ballotti, gives us an update on their activities and achievements.
7/19/202312 minutes, 51 seconds
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Investment Feature - 17 July

Gabriel Erastus takes a closer look at the domestic economy
7/18/20234 minutes, 49 seconds
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Market Watch - 17 July

Veronika takes a look at the Oshikoto Region, specifically looking at the new open market in Omuthiya and what opportunities it will bring to the town, region, and country.
7/18/20235 minutes, 49 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 17 July

Vice President Nangolo Mbumba on the recent US-Africa Business Summit.
7/18/20239 minutes, 24 seconds
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Spotlight - Anicia Peters

Former Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research, Innovation and Development at the University of Namibia and current CEO of the National Commission on Research, Science and Technology, Prof. Anicia Peters tells us more about herself.
7/17/202315 minutes, 42 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 13 July

Deputy Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, Maureen Hinda-Mbuende with an update from the annual US-Africa Business Summit underway in Botswana.
7/14/20238 minutes, 9 seconds
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Telecom Namibia Five Year Plan

CEO Dr. Stanley Shanapinda talks to Michelle about the plan and what customers, and Namibia, can expect.
7/13/20235 minutes, 17 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 12 July

Paratus CTO Rolf Mendelson talks to us about the company's contract with Ceragon Networks to provide high-capacity wireless offshore communication solutions to the oil and gas industry in Namibia, Angola, and Mozambique.
7/13/20234 minutes, 17 seconds
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Tourism Focus - 11 July 2023

Hospitality Association of Namibia CEO, Gitta Paetzold tells us what the shape of the industry is this month.
7/12/20234 minutes, 58 seconds
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Tech Support - 11 July 2023

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht this week looks at technologies that are set to have a large impact on business and society.
7/12/20235 minutes, 23 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 11 July

O&L Nexentury's Group Managing Director Bernd Walbaum tells us about their planned 100MW solar power plant outside of Windhoek.
7/12/202310 minutes, 44 seconds
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Market Watch - Monday 10 July

In this week's Market Watch segment Angie Scholtz takes a closer look at Walvis Bay in the Erongo Region.
7/11/20235 minutes
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Investment Feature - Monday 10 July 2023

Robert McGregor catches us up on where the Namibian economy is sitting at this point in the year.
7/11/20235 minutes, 15 seconds
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The Alexforbes Lead Story - 10 July 2023

Angie Scholtz talks to Uranium One Deputy Director for Strategic Communications, Riaan van Rooyen about their proposed Leonardville mine.
7/11/20236 minutes, 38 seconds
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Spotlight - Thursday 6 July

We find out more about City of Windhoek spokesperson Harold Akwenye
7/6/202312 minutes, 40 seconds
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Radio and Digital Audio Broadcast Convention

Gary talks to us about discussions that were had about Digital Audio Broadcasting, Spectrum, and the way forward for radio in Southern Africa.
7/5/20238 minutes, 10 seconds
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2023 Population and Housing Census

Namibia Statistics Agency Chairperson, Salomo Hei, talks to us about the importance of the upcoming census.
7/5/202320 minutes, 30 seconds
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Retirement of the Future

AlexForbes' Head of Consulting & Actuaries, Joleen Mans, talks to us about how the industry is set to change going forward.
7/5/20238 minutes, 23 seconds
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Tech Support - Tuesday 4 July 2023

Our resident tech expert Gerald Engelbrecht looks at innovations in web and mobile technology
7/4/20234 minutes, 47 seconds
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Agri-Focus - Tuesday 4 July

Commodity analyst at the Namibian Agricultural Union, Bertha Ijambo, talks to us about the state of the agricultural industry.
7/4/20232 minutes, 33 seconds
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Market Watch - Monday 3 July

Leonard Witbeen takes a closer look at the south of the country in the first of our weekly "Market Watch" segments.
7/4/20233 minutes, 59 seconds
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Investment Feature - Monday 3 July 2023

Theo Klein joins us for the first of our weekly "investment features"
7/4/20235 minutes, 44 seconds
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Rowland Brown on populism

Cirrus Capital's Rowland Brown talks to Gary about the dangers of populism in the lead up to our elections.
7/4/202310 minutes, 26 seconds
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Co-Creation Hub Namibia

CEO and Founder Olatunbosun Tijani tells us more about what CCHub is and what Namibians can expect now that the local 'office' has been launched.
7/3/20239 minutes, 32 seconds
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The State of Business in Namibia

NCCI President Bisey Uirab tells us more.
7/3/20231 minute, 14 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 77

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 29 June 2023 In this week's show David speaks to NCCI President Bisey Uirab about "The State of Business" in Namibia and finds out more about Nampost's latest moves from Marketing and Communications Manager, Gladwin Groenewald. In the Spotlight feature, Michelle talks to SASSCAL Executive Director, Dr. Jane Olwoch.
6/29/202358 minutes, 39 seconds
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Dr. Jane Olwoch

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6/29/202329 minutes, 9 seconds
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Kornelia Shilunga

We spoke to the Deputy Minister of Mines and Energy while she was in Angola to find out more about her trip and possible partnerships with Angola.
6/29/20236 minutes, 31 seconds
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The 'downsides' of oil

Rowland Brown joins us to look at the other side of a potential oil boom in Namibia.
6/28/202312 minutes, 28 seconds
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NSX listed on the World Federation of Exchanges

CEO Tiaan Bazuin tells us what this means for the local exchange.
6/27/20236 minutes, 3 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 76

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 22 June 2023 In this week's show Angie talks to Deputy Minister of Mines and Energy, Kornelia Shilunga, who is visiting Angola by invitation of their Minister of Mineral Resources, Petroleum and Gas; sticking with the oil theme, Gary talks to Cirrus Captial's Rowland Brown about the 'downsides' of oil; Michelle finds out what being listed on the World Federation of Exchanges means from NSX CEO Tiaan Bazuin; and in the Spotlight feature David gets to talk bicycles and so much more with Dan Craven.
6/22/20231 hour, 1 minute, 9 seconds
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Dan Craven

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6/22/202327 minutes, 27 seconds
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Equiano Cable System activated

Gary speaks to Barney Harmse about the latest development in Namibia's connectivity.
6/21/202316 minutes, 4 seconds
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Rowland Brown on Beneficiation

Rowland gives us his thoughts on the recent Cabinet decision.
6/20/202311 minutes, 19 seconds
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Jan "Braai" Schanell

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6/15/202318 minutes, 41 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 75

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 15 June 2023 In this week's show we chat to Paratus Group CEO Barney Harmse about the 'switching on' of the Equiano subsea cable and what it will mean for internet speeds and connectivity going forward, Cirrus Capital's Rowland Brown discusses the recent Cabinet decision to not allow the export of certain minerals in an unprocessed state, and Old Mutual's Head of Stewardship, Nicole Martens tells us more about ESG and sustainable investing. Local economist Gabriel Erastus also gives us a quick update about the implications of the Bank of Namibia's Repo rate hike, and in the Spotlight feature we find out more about 'the world's expert on braaing', Jan Braai.
6/15/20231 hour, 9 minutes, 35 seconds
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Trustco sells portion of banking and finance portfolio to Finbond

Quinton van Rooyen Jnr. updates us on the transaction.
6/15/20239 minutes, 4 seconds
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Indian High Commissioner Mandarapu Subbarayudu

India's High Commissioner to Namibia, Mandarapu Subbarayudu updates us on Minister of External Affairs, Dr. S Jaishankar's visit to Namibia.
6/14/202317 minutes, 5 seconds
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Old Mutual Investment Summit 2023 - Panel Discussion

Old Mutual Namibia hosted its annual Investor Summit on Thursday 9 June 2023, this year with a heavy focus on ESG, alternative investments, and sustainability. This panel discussion from the summit, which was moderated by Future Media CEO Gary Stroebel, saw Old Mutual Group CEO Tassius Chigariro; EIF CEO, Benedict Libanda; GIPF Head of Alternative Investments, Sara Mezui-Engo; Cirrus Capital Economist and Director, Rowland Brown; and Old Mutual SA Head of Stewardship, Nicole Martens discussing the topic "Public and Private Sector collaboration to drive sustainable development".
6/13/20231 hour, 24 minutes, 26 seconds
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Onguza Bicycles

David speaks to Dan Craven about his home-grown bike brand.
6/13/202314 minutes, 31 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 74

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 08 June 2023 In this week's show Quinton van Rooyen Jnr. updates us on Trustco's sale of a portion of its banking and finance portfolio to South Africa's Finbond Group, Dan Craven explains why he decided to set up a luxury bicycle brand in Omaruru, and the Indian High Commissioner updates us on the visit to Namibia by his country's foreign minister. In the Spotlight feature we meanwhile find out more about Rand Merchant Bank Namibia CEO Philip Chapman.
6/8/20231 hour, 9 minutes, 50 seconds
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Philip Chapman

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6/8/202319 minutes, 38 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 73

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 01 June 2023 In this week's show: Gary Stoebel talks to Namibian Green Hydrogen Commissioner, James Mnyupe and Marco Raffinetti, CEO of Hyphen about the signing, Neo Paints MD Victor Boshoff talks about the company turning 70 and TransNamib responds to the report from the IPPR. In the Spotlight feature we speak to Agronomic Board CEO Dr. Mwazi.
6/1/20231 hour, 18 minutes, 53 seconds
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Dr. Fidelis Mwazi

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6/1/202324 minutes, 46 seconds
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Frederick Müller Investment Interviews - part 6

In the final episode of our series of talks with Alexforbes' Frederick Müller we discuss Total Investment Charges, and Regulation 13 of the Pension Funds Act.
5/25/202311 minutes, 48 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 72

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 25 May 2023 In this week's show David speaks to TransUnion's head of Africa Regions, Sam Tayengwa, to find out more about the threat of phishing, vishing, and smishing, while Gary finds talks to Frederico Links about the Institute for Public Policy Research's recent report on the state of TransNamib, The Finance Ghost about what's happening in the South African Markets, and in the Spotlight feature looks into the life and career of Namibia Airports Company CEO Bisey Uirab.
5/24/20231 hour, 14 minutes, 16 seconds
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Bisey Uirab

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5/24/202326 minutes, 38 seconds
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Minister Erastus Uutoni

The Minister of Urban and Rural Development talks to us about city and town expansion, urbanization, decentralization, and tackling the legacy of apartheid spatial planning.
5/24/202314 minutes, 4 seconds
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Frederick Müller Investment Interviews - part 5

Part five of the series sees David speaking to Alexforbes Strategic Development Consultant Frederick Müller about different active manager investment styles and a Single Manager vs Multi-Manager approach.
5/18/202312 minutes, 13 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 71

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 18 May 2023 In this week's show David speaks to Dr Manfred Zamuee - Chairperson of the FIMA Technical Advisory Comittee, Minister of Urban and Rural Development Erastus Uutoni about town planning, urban migration and how to counter the lasting effects of apartheid spatial planning, and checks in with Alexforbes' Frederick Müller for the last to find out more about Total Investment Charges, and Regulation 13 of the Pension Funds Act. Angie also managed to tie down MD Simson Haulofu to find out about Nampower's recent announcement that they planned to cut off power to defaulters, and Gary found out more about the life and times of Namibia Stock Exchange CEO Tiaan Bazuin.
5/17/20231 hour, 23 minutes, 20 seconds
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Youth and Finance Panelists

We spoke to Khadijah Mouton and Garth Petersen about the Imagine the Future: Youth and Finance event.
5/17/202312 minutes, 38 seconds
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Dolf van den Brink

The Heineken CEO tells us more about the Namibia Breweries purchase agreement and what the plans for the future are.
5/16/20239 minutes, 34 seconds
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Ingrid Husselmann

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5/11/202319 minutes, 27 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 70

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 11 May 2023 In this week's show Heineken Group CEO Dolf van den Brink took time out between meetings with the President and CEOs to talk to us about the purchase and what the plans for Namibia Breweries are going forward, Alexforbes' Frederick Müller spoke to us about investing once again, this week taking a closer look at investment styles and the single vs. multi-manager approach, and we spoke to Standard Bank Namibia's Khadijah Mouton and Simonis Storm's Garth Petersen, two of the panelists who spoke at this week's Imagine the Future: Youth and Finance event hosted by RDJ Publishing and supported by Future Media News and Fresh FM. In the Spotlight, we found out more about the life of Chief of Office of the Ombudsman, and former Children's Advocate, Ingrid Husselmann.
5/11/20231 hour, 3 minutes, 16 seconds
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Craig Bentley

Angie spoke to Alexforbes Investments South Africa's Head of Multinational Consulting, Craig Bentley about the compulsory preservation of funds in Namibia.
5/11/20236 minutes, 26 seconds
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The 4 Day Work Week

Karen Lowe talks to us about the benefits of embracing the 4 Day Work Week and how Namibian and South African companies can enroll for the second phase of their pilot project.
5/10/202324 minutes, 35 seconds
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Craig Brunsden

The Axiz CEO spoke to us during his visit to Namibia to officially open the company's new Windhoek office and Dell Service Centre.
5/9/202314 minutes, 56 seconds
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NJ Ayuk on Namibia's energy potential

The Chairman of the African Energy Chamber spoke to us from the Namibia International Energy Conference.
5/3/20239 minutes, 6 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 69

David speaks to Karin Lowe about the 4-Day-Work week pilot project that is currently underway in South Africa, and phase two in which more South African, and Namibian companies can get involved, Axis CEO Craig Brunsden who was up from Joburg for the launch of the company's new Windhoek office and Dell Service Centre, and RDJ Consulting about next week's Youth and Finance exhibition and discussion forum that Fresh FM and Future Media News are media partners for, and in the Spotlight finds out more about Minister of Urban and Rural Development, Erastus Uutoni. and Angie Scholtz meanwhile speaks to the Alexforbes Investments South Africa's Head of Multinational Consulting, Craig Bentley about the compulsory preservation of funds in Namibia.
5/3/20231 hour, 21 minutes, 50 seconds
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Erastus Uutoni

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5/3/202323 minutes, 8 seconds
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Frederick Müller Investment Interviews - part 4

Part three of the series sees David speaking to Alexforbes Strategic Development Consultant Frederick Müller about the management side of investments – looking at active vs passive investment management and what factors to consider when selecting an investment manager.
5/3/20239 minutes, 44 seconds
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Nangula Uaandja from Accra, Ghana

The CEO of the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board spoke to us from the 53rd WTCA General Assembly, which was held in Accra from April 23 to 28.
5/2/202318 minutes, 14 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 68

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 27 April 2023 In this week's show Angie Scholtz talks to CEO of The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board, Nangula Uaandja and Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber, NJ Ayuk. David Bishop once again catches up with AlexForbes' Frederick Müller and in the Spotlight Feature finds out more about former Ombudsmann, and much much more, Bience Gawanas.
4/27/20231 hour, 15 minutes, 16 seconds
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Bience Gawanas

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4/27/202331 minutes, 7 seconds
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Dr. John Steytler

The former Presidential Economic Advisor explains his recent statements about how he sees seven boom years coming for Namibia.
4/27/20239 minutes, 56 seconds
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Frederick Müller Investment Interviews - part 3

Part three of the series sees David speaking to Alexforbes Strategic Development Consultant Frederick Müller about the management side of investments – looking at active vs passive investment management and what factors to consider when selecting an investment manager.
4/26/202311 minutes
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Rodney Hoaeb

Gary talks to independent economist Rodney Hoaeb about the April Repo rate increase.
4/25/202315 minutes, 51 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 67

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 20 April 2023 In this week's show we talk to local economist and one-time Presidential Economic Advisor John Steyler about his predictions for potential economic growth and how best to capitalize on it, Rodney Hoaeb about this week's Repo rate increase, and Alex Forbes' Frederick Müller about investments - specifically performance objectives, performance measurement, measures of risk and risk-adjusted returns. In the Spotlight feature, we meanwhile learn more about the co-founder of Hansen & Hansen and LokasiKeps, Delano Hansen.
4/20/20231 hour, 8 minutes, 28 seconds
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Delano Hansen

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4/20/202323 minutes
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Vincia Cloete

The Executive Director of the Namibia Institute of Corporate Governance talks to us about the topic.
4/20/202318 minutes, 6 seconds
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Frederick Müller Investment Interviews - part 2

In part one of the series David speaks to Alexforbes Strategic Development Consultant Frederick Müller about performance objectives, performance measurement, measures of risk and risk-adjusted returns.
4/19/20238 minutes, 45 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 66

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 13 April 2023 In this week's show Gary talks to Vincia Cloete from the Namibia Institute of Corporate Governance and Martin Nankele about the Namibia Business Summit, while David talks investments again in part two of the series of interviews with AlexForbes Strategic Development Consultant Frederick Müller and finds out more about Sidney Martin's journey in the Spotlight feature.
4/13/20231 hour, 4 minutes, 16 seconds
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Sidney Martin

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4/13/202318 minutes, 29 seconds
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Frederick Müller Investment Interviews - part 1

In part one of the series David speaks to Alexforbes Strategic Development Consultant Frederick Müller about retirement savings and the concept of 'Net Replacement Ratio'.
4/13/202311 minutes, 6 seconds
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James Mnyupe

Gary caught up with Green Hydrogen Ambassador James Mynupe to get an update on Namibia's progress towards production and export.
4/13/202327 minutes, 46 seconds
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Kevin Lings

Gary speaks to Stanlib Chief Economist Kevin Lings about what he sees for Namibia going forward.
4/11/202315 minutes, 13 seconds
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Michelle McLean

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4/6/202333 minutes, 18 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 65

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 06 April 2023 In this week's show Gary gets an update on Green Hydrogen, Oil, and other energy developments from Green Hydrogen Ambassador James Mnyupe, talks to Stanlib chief economist Kevin Lings about where he sees things going economically, and, in the Spotlight Feature, discovers more about former Miss Namibia and Miss Universe Michelle McLean. David meanwhile gets started on a series of discussions we'll host over the next few weeks with Alex Forbes Strategic Development Consultant, Frederick Müller.
4/6/20231 hour, 37 minutes, 55 seconds
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Momve Creative Studio e-Theatre

Find out how local creatives are using augmented reality to bring the theatre directly to your smartphone.
4/5/202316 minutes, 53 seconds
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The President's Links Golf Estate

Andrew van Schalkwyk tells us more about the exciting new development, including its green credentials, what it can offer the town of Walvis Bay and surrounds, and addresses the Visa issue that was in the media recently.
4/4/202318 minutes, 17 seconds
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Ben Jooste

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3/30/202315 minutes, 43 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 64

In this week's show David talks to Andrew van Schalkwyk about the President's Links Golf Estate Development in Walvis Bay, finds out more about Oryx Properties CEO Ben Jooste in the Spotlight feature, and digs into a brand-new e-Theatre concept being developed by Momve Creative Studio's Ndinomholo Ndilula. Gary also talks to Broadmind Mining Executive Chairman Sidney Martin about the company and their rare earth minerals project.
3/30/20231 hour, 18 minutes, 25 seconds
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Africa's Business Heroes

We find out more about the competition from Zahra Baitie-Boateng, Head of Partnerships & Programs at ABH, including what prizes and opportunities are up for grabs and how to get involved. Apply here.
3/29/202310 minutes, 58 seconds
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Tom Alweendo interview

Gary spoke to the Minister of Mines and Energy about recent developments that affect his Ministry and the country as a whole to find out what plans are in place to make the best out of what we have discovered and where he sees us going in the future.
3/28/202338 minutes, 54 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 63

In today's show Gary sat down with Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo to catch up on where we are, where we're going, and how we get there without stumbling where some other countries have. He also found out a lot more about former Springbok rugby player and now successful businessman Bryan Habana in the Spotlight feature. David meanwhile spoke to Namibia Breweries Financial Director, Waldemar von Lieres about their recently published results (of course the Heineken deal also came up...) and Zahra Baite-Boateng about the Africa's Business Heroes prize competition and how Namibians can stand a chance of walking away with one of the prizes.
3/23/20231 hour, 44 minutes, 10 seconds
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Bryan Habana

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3/23/202329 minutes, 35 seconds
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Manni Goldbeck

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3/16/202335 minutes, 50 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 62

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 16 March 2023 In this week's show Gary finds out more about ex-Springbok rugby player Bryan Habana's exciting new offering, PayMeNow, speaks to Adel Samuelson from PUMA Energy and Ben Jooste from Oryx Properties about their respective businesses, and gets an update on the long-awaited finalization of the Heineken deal from IJG economists Danie van Wyk and Eric van Zyl. In the spotlight feature he also learns more about local tourism legend Manni Goldbeck.
3/16/20231 hour, 50 minutes, 17 seconds
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Eben de Klerk on Affirmative Action legislation

The owner of ISG Risk Services spoke to us about their report regarding regulations in the Affirmative Action Act and the Employment Services Act.
3/15/202319 minutes, 5 seconds
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Michael Ndinisa

The CEO of the MNCapital Group talks to us about the 2nd annual Namibia Institutional Investors Forum taking place at the Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino on March 15 and 16.
3/14/202312 minutes, 30 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 61

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 09 March 2023 In this week's show Gary talks to Eben De Klerk from ISG Risk Services about regulations in the Affirmative Action Act and the Employment Services Act and their impact on the country, Michael Ndinisa from MNCapital Group about next week's 2nd Annual Namibia Institutional Investors Forum, and tackles the Spotlight feature slightly differently by taking a closer look at the 'business of cricket' with ICC Chairperson Greg Barclay. David meanwhile learns more about the newly launched, Windhoek branch, of Business Box from Manager and Coach Cathy Kambanda and talks to Eric Sell (better known as EES) about his entrepreneurial journey and how it differs to the music business.
3/9/20231 hour, 27 minutes, 28 seconds
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Greg Barclay

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3/9/202324 minutes, 14 seconds
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Capricorn Results

Capricorn Group's Chief Financial Officer Johan Maass joined us to talk about their recently released results.
3/7/202313 minutes, 48 seconds
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Trustco Results

Trustco Deputy CEO Quinton Z van Rooyen talks to us about the recent results and addresses some of the recent 'controversies' surrounding the firm.
3/7/202316 minutes, 41 seconds
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Cirrus Capital talks about recent results

Romé Mostert and Robert McGregor join us to talk about the recent results from First Rand Namibia, Capricorn Group, and Trustco.
3/7/202313 minutes, 48 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 60

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 02 March 2023 In today's show Gary talks to Cirrus Capital economists Romé Mostert and Robert McGregor about First Rand Namibia, Capricorn Group, and Trustco's results, and also to Capricorn's Chief Financial Officer Johan Maass and Trustco's Deputy CEO Quinton Z van Rooyen to dig deeper into their respective results. In the Marketwatch segment we find out more about the profession of quantity surveying and industry meetings taking place in Windhoek, while in this week's Spotlight David catches up with well-known Namibian celebrity Eric Sell, otherwise known as EES.
3/2/20231 hour, 35 minutes, 17 seconds
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Eric Sell (EES)

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3/2/202322 minutes, 30 seconds
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Johan Nel on National Budget

PWC's Corporate Tax Partner, Johan Nel, speaks to us about the 2023/24 National Budget
2/28/202316 minutes, 19 seconds
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Budget Panel Discussion Part 2

Part two of the panel discussion hosted by Gary Stroebel where local economists Robert McGregor, Salomo Hei, and Theo Klein discuss the 2023/24 National Budget.
2/27/202318 minutes, 42 seconds
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Budget Panel Discussion Part 1

Part one of the panel discussion hosted by Gary Stroebel where local economists Robert McGregor, Salomo Hei, and Theo Klein discuss the 2023/24 National Budget.
2/27/202320 minutes, 44 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 59

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 23 February 2023 In our Lead story, in a panel discussion, Gary Stroebel speaks to Salomon Hei, Theo Klein, and Robert McGregor about the just tabled Budget by Minister Iipumbu Shiimi. Gary also speaks to Johan Nel from PWC . The Trade Union Congress of Namibia's Secretary General, Mahongora Kavihuha and the Director of SME Compete Danny Meyer also weigh in on the budget.
2/23/20231 hour, 10 minutes, 46 seconds
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Construction Industries Federation of Namibia - Bärbel Kirchner

The CIF joins Gary to talk about their concerns about a lack of government support for the local industry and what they see as the way forward.
2/21/202321 minutes, 7 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 58

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 16 February 2023 In this week's lead story, Gary speaks to Bärbel Kirchner from the Construction Industries Federation of Namibia. The eighth edition of Namibia’s annual Python software programming conference will take place from the 21st to the 23rd of February with a focus on careers and professionalism. David spoke to two of the participants to find out more about the Conference, Python itself, and what being able to code in the language can mean for Namibians. In the Market Watch, we spoke to the Governor of the Bank of Namibia and Robert McGregor from CIRRUS capital and Salomo Hei from the High Economic Intelligence speaks to us about the upcoming National budget.
2/16/20231 hour, 20 minutes, 44 seconds
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Dr. Helena Ndume

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2/16/202322 minutes, 19 seconds
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Stephan Terblanche

FP du Toit Transport CEO Stephan Terblanche explains to us some of the difficulties facing the transport and logistics industry.
2/15/202312 minutes, 19 seconds
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Ockert Jansen, BIPA

The Business and Intellectual Property Authority's Executive: Marketing, Corporate Communication and Client Management Services joined us to talk about the ongoing legislative reform process including the Companies Act and the Close Corporation Act and why it is important the reform is carried out.
2/14/202318 minutes, 58 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 57

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 09 February 2023 In our lead story, Gary Stroebel speaks to Ockert Jansen from BIPA about their international roundtable consultative forum on corporate business law reform that is currently underway. In the BisNews Wrap, David Bishop speaks to Stephan Terblanche the CEO of FP du Toit Transport about the challenges the transport sector is faced with and in this week's Spotlight Gary speaks to the new Paramount Chief of the Ovaherero Traditional Authority, Dr Hoze Riruako.
2/9/20231 hour, 12 minutes, 19 seconds
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Dr. Hoze Riruako

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2/9/202333 minutes, 25 seconds
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Chaze Nalisa from NIPDB

The Namibia Investment, Promotions and Development Board's the Incubation, Acceleration and Market Access Manager, Chaze Nalisa talks to us about the Know 2 Grow High Potential Pool.
2/9/202314 minutes, 40 seconds
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Economic Outlook with Robert McGregor

Cirrus Capital economist Robert McGregor speaks to us about the economic outlook for 2023.
2/8/202313 minutes, 44 seconds
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Dr. Armid Azadeh

Dr. Armid Azadeh joins us to discuss telemedicine and his organisation's nomination for Best HealthTech 2023 in Namibia at the 2023 Southern Africa Startup Awards.
2/7/202316 minutes, 44 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 56

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 02 February 2023 In today's episode, Gary speaks to Theo Klein in the Market watch regarding the rise in NAAMSA vehicle sales. In the Lead Story, we are joined by Robert McGregor from Cirrus Capital on the economic outlook for this year. CEO of the NIPBD Chaze Nalisa updates us on the success and growth of the Know-to-Grow platform, and Dr. Armid Azadeh enlightens us about his entrepreneurial venture into Tele Medical Services and the Macquarie Medical Group's nomination for Best Digital Solution. In today's Spotlight, Vivienne Katjiuongua, CEO of BIPA shares her life's story with us.
2/2/20231 hour, 37 minutes, 48 seconds
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Vivienne Katjiuongua

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2/2/202328 minutes, 21 seconds
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Arthur Goldstuck - technology progress and predictions for 2023

Gary speaks to author, journalist, and technology commentator Arthur Goldstuck to find out what he expects, technology wise, for 2023.
1/31/202323 minutes, 34 seconds
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Dawie Roodt - predictions for 2023

Gary speaks to Efficient Group Director and Chief Economist, Dawie Roodt about what we can expect this year.
1/30/202319 minutes, 18 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 55

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 26 January 2023 In this, the first Business Report for 2023, we take a look forward and ask some leading names what we can expect for the year. Gary also speaks in more detail on the topic to well known IT commentator Arthur Goldstuck and Director and Chief Economist of the Efficient Group, Dawie Roodt.
1/26/20231 hour, 11 minutes, 19 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 54

Business Report on NOVA 1035, 15 December 2022 In this special, and final Episode of The Business Report for the year 2022, Gary Stroebel moderated a panel discussion, hosted by Cirrus Capital, titled "Namibia: Green Shoots - The End of a long Winter", encompassing the topic of emerging recovery and growth in Namibia. The panelists included Dennis Zekveld (Country Chairperson for Shell Namibia), Roland Brown (Co-founder of Cirrus Capital), Gita Paetzold (CEO of the Hospitality Association of Namibia), and Veston Malango (CEO of the Chamber of Mines of Namibia).
12/15/20221 hour, 22 minutes, 53 seconds
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Osino Resources Twin Hills Discovery

In September Osino Resources President and CEO Heya Daun told us about the company's Twin Hills discovery outside of Karibib and the company's plans for its development.
12/14/20225 minutes, 24 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 53

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 08 December 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, Angie Scholtz speaks to Verner Ayukegba the Senior Vice President of the African Energy Chamber. In our Spotlight this evening Gary Stroebel speaks to Arnold Klein CEO of Agra and in BizNews Dr. Omu Kakujaha Matundu UNAM economics lecturer, weighs in on this MOU signed by Namibia and Angola and David Bishop speaks to Maggy Shino the Petroleum Commissioner about the MOU signed.
12/8/20221 hour, 7 minutes, 25 seconds
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Arnold Klein

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12/8/202227 minutes, 12 seconds
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Agra Interview - Arnold Klein

Gary speaks to Agra CEO Arnold Klein about the past 40 years, their latest financials and the records they recorded, and what the future holds among other things.
12/6/202217 minutes, 22 seconds
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Alisa Amupolo

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12/1/202222 minutes, 15 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 52

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 01 December 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, Gary Stroebel speaks to Arnold Klein CEO of AGRA. In the Spotlight, David Bishop speaks to Alisa Amupolo the CEO of Namdia. In BizWrap Gary speaks to Travis Mathews from the NCCI. Gary also catches up with Robert McGregor from CIRRUS Capital in Market Watch and in story two Angie Scholtz speaks to Lindiwe Zulu SA Minister of Social Development.
12/1/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 43 seconds
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Eben de Klerk

Eben de Klerk talks to us about the far-reaching changes to the Public Accountants and Auditors Act that have been suggested.
12/1/202213 minutes, 48 seconds
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Dr Rudie van Vuuren

Dr. Van Vuuren talks to us about why N/a'an ku sê Wildlife Sanctuary is taking the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism to court and how the case affects conservation efforts in the country as well as the wildlife, farming, and tourism industries.
11/30/202215 minutes, 34 seconds
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Rodger Foster, Airlink

The CEO of Airlink spoke to us about what the secret to their success is, their investment in FlyNamibia and what it means to both countries, and what his plans for the future are.
11/30/202217 minutes, 9 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 51

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 24 November 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, David Bishop speaks to Eben De Klerk about the far-reaching changes to the Public Accountants and Auditors Act having been suggested. In our Spotlight this evening Angie Scholtz speaks to Afra Schimming-Chase who has made positive impacts in the Corporate world and continues to inspire as a businesswoman and leader. In BizNews David speaks to Roger Forster CEO of Airlink about what the secret to their success is, their investment in FlyNamibia and what it means to both countries, and what his plans for the future are. Angie speaks to Bisey /Uirab CEO of the Namibia Airports Company about the outcome of the Forum. In the Market Watch, Gary Stroebel speaks to Shaun Lahner Simonis Storm. And finally, David speaks to Dr. Rudie van Vuuren from Naankuse to find out how the regulations affect conservation efforts in the country but also the wildlife, farming, and tourism industries.
11/24/20221 hour, 37 minutes, 15 seconds
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Afra Schimming-Chase

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11/24/202226 minutes, 33 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 50

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 17 November 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, Gary Stroebel speaks to Bisey /Uirab CEO of the Namibia Airports Company. In our Spotlight Gary speaks to Andre Compion, the MD of FlyNamibia In the BizNews Wrap, David Bishop speaks to Aaron Muntsi from the Airlines Association of Southern Africa and in Market Watch Angie Scholtz speaks to Linden Birns Aviation Analyst and the Manager Director of Plain Talking. In Story Two David speaks to Geert Lemaire, the Market Intelligence and Consulting Director for Airbus, France, Angie spoke to two Namibian Pilots attending the Namibia Aviation and Connectivity Forum, about their expectations for the event and she also caught up with the Finnish Minister for Development, Cooperation, and Foreign Trade Ville Skinnari at the Aviation Forum about cooperation between Namibia and the Finnish Government in the aviation industry. Gary is joined by the Chief Empathy Officer and founder of Unchain People and Change Monique Landman Bovenkamp who operates in the Netherlands and South Africa.
11/17/20221 hour, 30 minutes, 1 second
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Andre Compion

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11/17/202225 minutes, 40 seconds
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Peter Cunningham on COP27

Angie spoke to local ecologist Dr. Peter Cunningham about his view on COP27, climate change, why Namibia will be more affected than other parts of the world, and what we should do to try to stave off the worst effects.
11/16/202210 minutes, 44 seconds
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James Mnyupe at COP27

Presidential Economic Advisor and Namibia's Green Hydrogen Ambassador, James Mnyupe, spoke to us about what all has been taking place at COP27 in Egypt.
11/14/20228 minutes, 52 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 49

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 10 November 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, Angie Scholtz speaks to the Presidential Economic Advisor for the Namibian Government and Hydrogen Commissioner James Mnyupe about Cop 27. David Bishop speaks to Eino Emvula about Transition Finance, Green Hydrogen and Investing in Namibia. In the Market Watch David speaks to Quinton Van Rooyen Junior the Deputy CEO of Trustco and he also speaks to Tiaan Bazuin, the CEO of NSX. Angie speaks to a local Ecologist, Dr. Peter Cuningham and David is joined by the Chief Empathy Officer and founder of Unchain People and Change Monique Landman Bovenkamp from the Netherlands, who will talk to us about the leadership perspective from the COP27 conference.
11/10/202257 minutes, 21 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 48

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 03 November 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, David Bishop speaks to local Labour expert Herbert Jauch about unemployment in the country. In our Spotlight Gary Stroebel speaks to Danny Meyer the CEO of SME Compete. In Market watch Gary speaks to Rowland Brown and in our second story Gary speaks to Job Muniaro. This week he also speaks to Monique Landmann Bovenkamp Chief Empathy Officer and founder of Unchain People and Change about how you look at unemployment from a leadership perspective.
11/3/20221 hour, 26 minutes, 16 seconds
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Danny Meyer

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11/3/202229 minutes, 59 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 47

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 27 October 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, Gary Stroebel speaks to local economists, Omu Kakujaha-Matundu and Theo Klein for their take on the budget. In our Spotlight Angie Scholtz speaks to Uajorokisa Akwenye the CEO One Economy Foundation. In the Market Watch Angie Scholtz speaks to Namdia CEO Alisa Amupolo about their annual report. Gary speaks to Luis Munana from NIPD about the Know 2 Grow - Next Gen and Angie speaks to the Governor of the Bank of Namibia Johannes !Gawaxab about the announcement of the Repo Rate.
10/27/20221 hour, 9 minutes, 23 seconds
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Uajorokisa Akwenye

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10/27/202226 minutes, 59 seconds
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Robin Sherbourne on the state of the Namibian economy

Gary spoke to IPPR economist Robin Sherbourne following his presentation on the state of the Namibian economy.
10/24/202218 minutes, 38 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 46

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 20 October 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, Gary Stroebel speaks to Immanuel Mulunga MD NamCor about the 2022 African Energy Week currently underway in Cape Town. Angie Scholtz speaks to Sifiso Madungandaba, Legal Council and Business Development Advisor at Community Investment Holding in South Africa. In our Spotlight David Bishop speaks to Gitta Paetzold the CEO of the Hospitality Association of Namibia. We also speak to James Mnyupe, and Monique Landman Bovenkamp speaks energy poverty for leaders in the energy sector. Gary also catches up with Adam Bekker from Broadreach, and he speaks to Gary about Solar and Stuart Lowman joins us for the weekly BizNews Wrap.
10/20/20221 hour, 32 minutes, 29 seconds
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Gitta Paetzold

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10/20/202219 minutes, 40 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 45

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 13 October 2022 In our Lead story, Gary Stroebel speaks to Bisey Uirab the CEO of the Nambia Airports Company about the Namibia Aviation and Connectivity Forum. In our Spotlight Gary speaks to Daisry Mathias and in the Market Watch Gary speaks to Rome Mostert from CIRRUS Capital about Government Bonds. In story two Gary speaks to Samuel Tayengwa from TransUnion about Digital Fraud. Gary also speaks to Travis Matthews, the NCCI SME Desk Officer at the Swakopmund International Trade Expo and in the weekly BizNews Wrap we have Stuart Lowman.
10/13/20221 hour, 34 minutes, 41 seconds
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Daisry Mathias

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10/13/202228 minutes, 51 seconds
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Stacey Pinto

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10/6/202223 minutes, 6 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 44

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 06 October 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, Angie Scholtz speaks to Shiwana Ndeunyema NamCor's Executive of Strategy & Business Development Africa Oil Week in Cape Town in Market Watch. Gary Stroebel speaks to Equity Analyst Shaun Lahner from Simonis Storm about the NSX in the Market Watch. In our Spotlight Angie Scholtz speaks to Stacey Pinto, the CEO of the Namibia Trade Forum. In Story Two, Gary speaks to Rodger Foster CEO of Airlink and Andre Compion MD of FlyNamibia. We also have a special feature this week with Monique Landman Bovenkamp, Chief Empathy Officer and founder of Unchain People and Change from the Netherlands, about Mental Health. Stuart Lowman joins us for the weekly BizNews Wrap.
10/6/20221 hour, 31 minutes, 56 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 43

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 29 September 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, Gary Stroebel speaks to Robin Sherbourne, from the Institute Of Public Policy Research, who just released the State of the Economy. In the Market Watch, Gary speaks to Namibia Breweries Limited Managing Director Marco Wenk about their financial results for the year ended 30 June 2022. In the Spotlight, Angie Scholtz speaks to Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila. In Story Two, Gary speaks to Valeria Mbango, the Deputy Director of Strategy, Projects, and Transformation at the Bank of Namibia about a Thought Leadership Event they hosted under the theme ‘’Central Banking Digital Currencies and Virtual Assets’’, and Michael Appel joins us once again for the weekly BizNews Wrap.
9/29/20221 hour, 28 minutes, 11 seconds
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Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila

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9/29/202226 minutes, 43 seconds
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Francis Heunis

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9/22/202218 minutes, 4 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 42

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 22 September 2022 In this episode's lead story, Gary Stroebel speaks to Paulina Elago, the Executive Secretary of SACU who attended the AfC-FTA conference in Tanzania. In the Market Watch, Gary speaks to Salomo Hei, the Interim CEO of AMTA and in Story Two he speaks to Dino Ballotti, the Executive Director for MSME Innovation and Acceleration at NIPDB. In our Spotlight this week, Angie Scholtz speaks to Francis Heunis CFO of Oryx Properties. Gary speaks to Oscar Capelao CFO of First Rand Group as well as to Conrad Dempsey the CEO about the First Rand Group results and Stuart Lowman joins us again for the weekly BizNews Flash Briefing.
9/22/20221 hour, 34 minutes
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 41

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 15 September 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, Angie Scholtz speaks to Nicolas Lecomte, HDF Energy director for Southern Africa about the Green Hydrogen Power Plant for Namibia, Africa’s first, to start producing electricity by 2024. In the Market Watch, David Bishop speaks to Osino Resources CEO Heye Daun about the Twin Hills Gold Mining Project and in Story Two he speaks to Sonja Coetzer from SALT Essential IT about internships and mentorships. In our Spotlight this week Angie speaks to Deon Kellerman the CEO of Africa IT Hubs and Stuart Lowman joins us again for the weekly BizNews Wrap.
9/15/20221 hour, 14 minutes, 27 seconds
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Deon Kellerman

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9/15/202215 minutes, 36 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 40

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 08 September 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, Gary Stroebel speaks to GIPF CEO David Nuyoma about the Ethics Helpdesk and Website aimed at supporting, protecting, and safeguarding whistleblowers. In the Market Watch, Gary speaks to Ben Jooste, the CEO of Oryx Properties about their annual financial results. He also catches up with Professor Francis Petersen from the University of the Free State and Harald Schmidt, from the Windhoek Show Association, who speaks to Gary about the Windhoek Agricultural and Livestock show, which opens its gates on the 23rd of September. In our Spotlight this week Gary is joined by Kristofine Naunyango the CEO of Namibia Post and Telecom Holdings. Stuart Lowman joins us again for the weekly BizNews Wrap.
9/8/20221 hour, 43 minutes, 5 seconds
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Kristofine Naunyango

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9/8/202228 minutes, 13 seconds
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James Mnyupe - part 2

In part two of our interview Namibia's Green Hydrogen Ambassador talks to us about the jobs Green Hydrogen can, and is already, creating, the skills and knowledge being added to the Namibian economy, and what he has learnt along this part of his journey.
9/5/202214 minutes, 56 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 39

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 01 September 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, David Bishop speaks to James Mnyupe, Namibia’s Hydrogen Commissioner (Part two) about the Green Hydrogen Project. In Story Two Gary Stroebel speaks to Jackson Muma about the Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair. In The Spotlight, Bishop speaks to Monique Cloete, the Managing Director of Liberty Life Namibia, and in Market Watch, Angie Scholtz speaks to the Chamber of Mines Chief Executive Officer Veston Malango about the Namibian Mining Expo and Conference. Cricket Namibia CEO Johan Muller tells us about a new sponsorship and Michael Appel joins us for the weekly BizNews Wrap.
9/1/20221 hour, 18 minutes, 33 seconds
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Monique Cloete

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9/1/202221 minutes, 15 seconds
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James Mnupe Interview - Part 1

We speak to Namibia's Hydrogen Ambassador about where we are on the Green Hydrogen journey as well as some of the other ways the country is already benefitting from the project and the attention it is bringing to the country.
8/29/202214 minutes, 47 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 38

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 25 August 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, David Bishop speaks to James Mnyupe, Namibia’s Hydrogen Commissioner about the Green Hydrogen Project. Bishop also speaks to Hyphen Hydrogen Energy's CEO Marco Raffinetti. Gary Stroebel catches up with Professor Anicia Peters, the Chairperson of the 4IR Task Force and the University of Namibia's Vice-Chancellor about the country’s readiness report handed over to President Hage Geingob. In the Market Watch, David is joined by Fadielah Beukes, the Recruitment Officer at Africa Personnel Services to explore the possibilities and challenges for Namibia to become an International Call Center Hub. We also speak to South African economist Chris Hart about South Africa's inflation hitting a 13-year high and Stuart Lowman joins us again for the weekly BizNews Wrap.
8/25/20221 hour, 14 minutes, 11 seconds
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Dr. Frans Cronje - part 2

Part two of our interview sees Dr. Cronje talking to Gary Stroebel about his change of mind about the future of South Africa despite all the challenges the country still faces.
8/24/202214 minutes, 55 seconds
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Dr. Frans Cronje - part 1

In this interview Dr. Cronje talks to Gary Stroebel about his pedigree, why his (through the Institute for Race Relations) advice wasn't always taken, what he was doing in Namibia, and why he is so optimistic about our country.
8/24/202218 minutes, 8 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 37

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 18 August 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, Gary Stroebel speaks to the Minister of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform Calle Schlettwein about the green schemes and also speaks to Rome Mostert from Cirrus Capital regarding Savanna Beef Processors. In our Spotlight this week David Bishop speaks to the CEO of NamWater Abraham Nehemia and in our Market Watch, Angie Scholtz speaks to Cons Karamata the CEO of the Economic Association of Namibia about the just-ended Green Hydrogen Conference. In story two Gary talks to Namib Mills CEO Ian Collard who celebrated 40 years in business, and independent economic researcher Rodney Hoaeb talks to us about the repo rate that increased by 75 basis points. Stuart Lowman joins us again for the weekly BizNews Wrap.
8/18/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 35 seconds
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Abraham Nehemia

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8/18/202216 minutes, 26 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 36

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 11 August 2022 In this episode's lead story, Gary Stroebel speaks to Dr. Frans Cronje South African economist. In the Spotlight David Bishop speaks to Rosalia Martins-Hausiku the CEO of the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund. In the Market Watch Gary chats to Quinton Van Rooyen Junior the Deputy CEO of Trustco and in Story Two, Angie Scholtz speaks to Selma Kaulinga from Nedbank Namibia, about the Nedbank Group Results. Stuart Lowman joins us again for the weekly BizNews Wrap.
8/11/20221 hour, 18 minutes, 28 seconds
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Rosalia Martins-Hausiku

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8/11/202226 minutes, 11 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 35

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 04 August 2022 In this episode's Lead Story, Gary Stroebel speaks to Dr. Frans Cronje South African economist about the potential impact of the energy sector on the Namibian economy. In the Spotlight, Gary speaks to Immanuel Mulunga, Namcor's MD, in the Market Watch he speaks to Jeremy George, the newly appointed CEO of the Indongo group. Angie Scholtz speaks to Chamber of Mines of Namibia CEO, Veston Malango about the Mining Expo, and the City of Windhoek Mayor, Sade Gawanas speaks to us from Singapore about the World Cities Forum currently underway, Gary also speaks to Michael Gamwo the CEO of Wesgrow from South Africa.
8/4/20221 hour, 20 minutes, 43 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 34

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 28 July 2022 In this episode's lead story, David Bishop speaks to the Namibia Revenue Agency's Commissioner Sam Shivute. In the Market Watch Gary Stroebel speaks to Dino Ballotti from the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board about the launch of the Know2Grow High Potential Pool to support high-potential micro and small businesses. In the Spotlight Gary speaks to the Development Bank of Namibia's CEO, Martin Inkumbi, Angie Scholtz speaks to Graham Stephen the CEO of Bizval that just launched a new business, which is an easy to use valuation tool to enable business owners to perform a simple, affordable and intuitive business valuation and Stuart Lowman joins us again in the BizNews Wrap.
7/28/20221 hour, 26 minutes, 15 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 33

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 21 July 2022 In this episode, David Bishop speaks to Hennie Kruger, the Chairperson of the Fuel and Franchise Association of Namibia for the latest after their meeting with the Deputy Minister of Mines and Energy. In Market Watch, David speaks to the CEO of Telecom Dr. Stanley Shanapinda about Telecom Namibia committing to invest 2.5 billion Namibian dollars into infrastructure to improve low connectivity and high prices. In our Lead Story, Gary Stroebel chats to the Deputy Minister of Mines and Energy, Kornelia Shilunga about Eskom continuing to supply Namibia with 100MW, even though they have power cuts and Angie Scholtz speaks to South African energy expert Ted Blom. In this week's spotlight, David speaks to Rolf Hansen the CEO of the Cancer Association of Namibia, and Stuart Lowman joins us again for the weekly BizNews Wrap.
7/21/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 2 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 32

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 14 July 2022 In this episode, Gary Stroebel speaks to Frederico Links about some of the Acts currently on hold, he also speaks to Nathaly Ahrens, the Chairperson of Tour and Safari Association of Namibia that officially launched their online Visa Application. In The Market Watch, Gary speaks to Hennie Kruger, the Chairperson of the Fuel and Franchise Association of Namibia Executive and David Bishop speaks to the Petroleum Commissioner Maggy Shino in the Ministry of Mines and Energy, about the Fuel station owners calling on the Ministry of Mines and Energy to restrict fuel wholesalers and banks from operating in the retail market, saying that these entities are eating into their margin. In our Spotlight this week we have Dr. Ester Kali, CEO of Letshego Namibia, and Stuart Lowman joins us again this week in the BizNews Wrap.
7/14/20221 hour, 25 minutes, 21 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 31

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 07 July 2022 In this episode, Gary Stroebel speaks to SACU Executive Secretary Paulina Elago about the Summit held in Botswana. In our Lead story, Gary speaks to the CEO of Paratus Group, Barney Harmse about the Equiano subsea cable, and we also speak to Joseph Ssendi Consulate of Uganda in Namibia about their exploration surveys in Uganda that have led to the discovery of approximately 31 million tons of gold ore deposits, Walter Parrs from the U.S. Embassy in Windhoek about their four-day Innovation and Product Design Bootcamp and Stuart Lowman joining us for the weekly BizNews Wrap.
7/7/202249 minutes, 21 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 30

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 30 June 2022 In this episode, David Bishop spoke to independent economic researcher Rodney Hoaeb. In our lead story, Gary Stroebel speaks to the Co-Founder and Director at Cirrus Capital Rome Mostert, one not to miss, and Angie Scholtz speaks to Thinus Pretorius the Chairperson of Namibian Livestock Producers. In this week's Spotlight David Bishop speaks to Zenzi Awases and Stuart Louman joins us this week for our weekly BizNews Wrap.
6/30/20221 hour, 16 minutes, 1 second
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 29

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 23 June 2022 In this episode, Gary Stroebel speaks to Marco Raffinetti the CEO of Hyphen Hydrogen Energy. Gary also speaks to Cons Karamata the CEO of the Economic Association of Namibia and he catches up with the Presidential Economic Advisor for the Namibian Government and Hydrogen Commissioner James Mnyupe about the Green Hydrogen project. In our Spotlight this week he speaks to Emilia Nghikembua, the Chief Executive Officer of CRAN, and Michael Appel joins us again in the weekly BizNews Wrap.
6/23/20221 hour, 38 minutes, 54 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 28

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 16 June 2022 In this episode, Gary Stroebel speaks to Financial Consultant from Platinum Financial Solutions Louis Minders, in the Market Watch we have David Bishop speaking to Robert McGregor from Cirrus Capital about the latest repo rate increase. In the Spotlight this week Gary speaks to Sandra Baumeister (Myeisha), and David Nujoma from GIPF speaks to us on Fima .Stuart Lowman joins us this week from BizNews.
6/21/20221 hour, 27 minutes, 28 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 27

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 09 June 2022 In this episode, Gary Stroebel speaks to Professor Anicia Peters, who is the chairperson of the task force on the first-ever Namibia Fourth Industrial Revolution Conference and Expo that was held in Windhoek, in Market Watch we have Thebe Ikalafeng, the founder and Chairman of Brand Leadership and in the Spotlight Gary speaks to the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer and portfolio manager of FNB Taimi Shejavali, we also speak to the founder of 2nd edition of the Business Summit held in Windhoek, Martin Nankela and Michael Appel doing the show every week.
6/9/20221 hour, 18 minutes, 38 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 26

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 02 June 2022 In this episode, Gary Stroebel speaks to the City of Windhoek's Mayor Sade Gawanas, in the spotlight David Bishop speaks to David Nuyoma, CEO of GIPF, David Bishop also speaks to Robert McGregor in Market watch and Angie Scholtz speaks to O&L Group Executive Chairman, Sven Thieme who attended the World Economic Forum in Davos and Michael Appel doing the weekly BizNews Wrap.
6/2/20221 hour, 34 minutes, 9 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 25

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 19 May 2022 In this episode, Gary Stroebel speaks to Chief Economist at Capricorn Asset Management Floris Bergh, in the spotlight he speaks to Lazarus Jacobs, one not to be missed, and Angie Scholtz speaks to Laurencia Prinzonsky from Sanlam about the 2022 Sanlam Bridge programme and in our lead story, Gary speaks to Anthea Angermund from the Bank of Namibia about Namibia’s Sovereign Wealth Fund, known as the Welwitschia Fund and Michael Appel doing the BizNews Wrap every week.
5/19/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 13 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 24

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 12 May 2022 In this episode, Gary Stroebel speaks to Dianne Hubbard from the Legal Assistance Centre, Former Ombudsman John Walters and Zoe Titus the Director at the Namibia Media Trust about reports suggesting that the Government is now moving a step closer to spying and storing Namibians' Mobile communication, in the spotlight Gary Stroebel speaks to Colette Rieckert and in Market Watch, he speaks to Theo Klein an economist from Simonis Storm Securities about the trade, he also catches up with Dietrich Remmert about his report on Namibia's tourism industry post-Covid Michael Appel joins for this weeks BizNews Wrap.
5/12/20221 hour, 29 minutes
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 23

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 05 May 2022 In this episode, Angie Scholtz speaks to Danny Meyer, the CEO of SME Compete about the restart of expos and festivals post-covid, in the spotlight Gary Stroebel speaks to the national telecommunications operator’s CEO Dr. Stanley Shanapinda and in Market watch RadioWave’s Laimi Elago is in Durban attending the Africa Travel Indaba and Michael Appel doing the show every week, Gary also speaks to Danie van Wyk, Head of research at IJG and he speaks to Herbert Jauch a Labour expert about the state of employment in the country.
5/5/20221 hour, 14 minutes, 59 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 22

In this episode, Gary Stroebel speaks to Jean-Daniel Goblet about the Green Charcoal Namibia factory, in the spotlight he speaks to Conrad Dempsey, the CEO of First Rand Namibia and the CEO of TransNamib Johny Smith gives us some insight in the company and Michael Appel doing the show every week. Gary also speaks to Dr. Omu Kakujaha-Matundu, an economics lecturer at the University of Namibia for his take on the just ended Namibia and Angola Joint Trade Committee.
4/28/20221 hour, 19 minutes, 16 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 21

In this episode, David Bishop has Sonja Coetzer - from Salt Essential in the spotlight, speaks to the head of the cryptocurrency unit company CBI Exchange Namibia, Coenie Botha who is suing the Bank of Namibia and he speaks to Bryan Turner from World Wide Worx about cryptocurrencies in general and in Market Watch he speaks to the CEO of the Namibian Chamber of Mines, Veston Malango about the recently released Fraser Institute Survey of Mining Companies Report and Michael Appel doing the show every week. Gary speaks to Thinus Prinsloo the Chairperson of the Business Rescue Task Force; about the final report and recommendations they have made to President Hage Geingob.
4/21/202259 minutes, 38 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 20

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 14 April 2022 In this episode, Gary Stroebel has Tega Shiimi ya Shiimi - CEO Sanlam Investment Management Namibia in the spotlight, speaks to NAMFISA CEO Kenneth Matomola and Sara Mezui Engo the Chairperson of the Retirement Funds Institute of Namibia about the FIMA regulation and in Market Watch he speaks to Ryan Penderis about Startups and Early Stage investing and Michael Appel doing the show every week. Gary speaks to Dr. Omu Kakujaha-Matundu, an economics lecturer at the University of Namibia about SACU ministerial investment roundtable in Gaborone, local economist Klaus Schade talks about the repo rate and finally Catherine Shipushu, senior manager of marketing, branding, and communications at the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board talks about the Dubai expo.
4/14/20221 hour, 37 minutes, 32 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 19

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 07 April 2022
4/7/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 57 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 18

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 31 March 2022
3/31/20221 hour, 11 minutes, 28 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 17

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 24 March 2022
3/24/20221 hour, 19 minutes, 46 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 16

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 17 March 2022
3/17/20221 hour, 21 minutes, 29 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 15

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 10 March 2022
3/10/20221 hour, 18 minutes, 45 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 14

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 03 March 2022
3/4/202257 minutes, 45 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 13

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 24 February 2022
2/24/20221 hour, 19 minutes, 52 seconds
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The Business Report on NOVA1035 Ep 12

The Business Report on NOVA1035 Ep 12
2/17/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 36 seconds
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The Business Report on NOVA1035 Ep 11

The Business Report on NOVA 1035, 10 Feb The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 11
2/10/202258 minutes, 42 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 10

The Business Report looks at some of the biggest business/financial stories of the week, trends that need noticing, and in the 'Spotlight' feature focuses on what makes some of Namibia's biggest and most well-known personalities tick. Watch out for individually posted 'highlights' from the show that you can share with your network.
2/3/20221 hour, 8 minutes, 47 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 9

The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 9
1/27/202256 minutes, 49 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 8

The Business Report with Gary Stroebel Episode 8 - first episode of 2022.
1/20/202256 minutes, 49 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 7

In this, the last episode of the year, the focus is on the tourism sector.
12/16/202144 minutes
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 6

BIPA now requires all submissions in relation to any company or CC to be accompanied by an original certified copy of the ID of each director/member of that entity. On a six monthly basis. What will this mean for the ease of doing business in Namibia? We speak to Ockert Jansen BIPA's Executive for coporate communication and client managment. In the spotlight this evening Kennedy Hamutenya · Chief Executive Officer at Namib Desert Diamonds. Arney Tjaronda the Finacial Anaylst at High Economic Intelligence takes a look at the Markets for the NSX Market Watch And finally Andrew Hall of Paratus gives us the full year results since NIMBUS transaction
12/9/20211 hour, 8 minutes, 15 seconds
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The Business Report on Nova 1035 Ep 5

Gary Stroebel talks to Shaun Lahner about the developing Trustco spat with the JSE, Presidential Advisor James Mnupe is in the spotlight, Eben de Klerk faces off against the Prime Minister over recalled legislation, Alec Hogg is very tired of COVID, and Mike Shussler speaks about how (and if) the economy might recover. All on the Business Report. And a real joke this time...
12/2/202157 minutes, 33 seconds
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The Business Report on NOVA 1035 Ep 4

In this episode, Gary Stroebel has Tiaan Bazuin (CEO NSX) in the spotlight, speaks to Rowland Brown about Trustco and MTC, hears from Pieter de Bruyn about the Omeya Estate Homeowners, gets advice from Arthur Goldstuck on how to avoid being scammed on Black Friday, talks to Alec Hogg about his chat with Helen Zille. Some jokes, not good ones.
11/25/20211 hour, 4 minutes, 38 seconds
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The Business Report on NOVA 1035 Ep 3

Gary Stroebel speaks to Daniel Terblanche, a Director at Omeya Golf and Lifestyle Estate to unpack rumours of liquidations. Tassius Chigariro, Group CEO of Old Mutual Namibia, chats about their involvement in the NSX Scholar Investment Challenge. Brian van Rensburg discusses NBL and MTC in the NSX Marketwatch. Alec Hogg talks about Tongaat, Herman Mashaba and why Christo Wiese is increasingly unpopular at Shoprite. Mieke Nietz, Digital Ambassador of GIZ, discusses her journey to Namibia and why she loves helping Start-ups. David Bishop wraps the biggest stories of the week, and Robert McGregor from Cirrus Capital discusses the issue of youth unemployment. Produced by Laimi Elago and Raimond Seefeldt. [email protected] And also so many jokes….
11/18/20211 hour, 8 minutes, 28 seconds
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The Business Report on NOVA 1035 Ep 2

Gary Stroebel speaks to Dr Laeke Hangala about his rise to prominence, In Episide 2, Albertus Aochamub tells us about the search for funding in France by the President, Alec Hogg from Biznews discusses the South African Mid-term Budget, Rome Mostert speaks his mind on the latest news from the NSX, Daan Strauss explains the minimum wage agreement in the Construction. Biznews Flash Briefing, Future Media News Business Wrap. And so many jokes…
11/11/202156 minutes, 32 seconds
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The Business Report on NOVA 1035 Ep 1

The first edition of NOVA's brand new Business Report. For the debut episode, Gary Stroebel talks to Alec Hogg about the biggest stories on Biznews, Minister Pohamba Shefeta from COP26 in Glasgow, Dr Omu Kakujaha-Matundu about the mid-term budget, Eric van Zyl gives listeners an overview about the week on the NSX, and two bulletins include the Biznews Flash Report, and the Economic update form Angie Scholtz (Future Media News). Produced by Laimi Elago, technical production from Ray Seefeldt.
11/4/202154 minutes, 56 seconds