Namibia Trade Network

12/08/2026

12/08/2026

Agribank and LLPB Strengthen Collaboration to Support Namibia’s Livestock Sector

Agribank of Namibia and the Livestock & Livestock Products Board (LLPB) held a stakeholder engagement on 11 August 2026, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening collaboration in support of Namibia’s livestock sector.

The engagement highlighted positive developments across several livestock subsectors, while also recognising key challenges affecting producers, including drought, climate risks and livestock diseases.

Both institutions emphasised the importance of stronger collaboration among stakeholders to address these challenges and strengthen support to farmers, particularly youth and emerging farmers.

Agribank and LLPB look forward to continued engagement and practical collaboration in support of a resilient and sustainable livestock sector.

05/08/2026

03/08/2026

22/07/2026

Leading Through Change: Building a Future-Ready Automotive Business

Anton Westraadt, Managing Director of Pupkewitz Motors, believes a new financial year should be a time for honest reflection.

As he explains:
“The start of a new financial year often brings renewed optimism. While many view it as an opportunity to start over, I have always believed that a new financial year is simply one second after the previous one.”

Read more: https://www.pupkewitz-motors.com/news/leading-through-change-building-a-future-ready-automotive-business/

21/07/2026

We are delighted to share that WKH Inc. has contributed to the Chambers Global Practice Guide – Doing Business In… 2026.

This year's edition covers 66 jurisdictions, bringing together leading legal practitioners from around the world to provide practical insights for businesses, investors and legal advisers navigating cross-border matters.

We are proud to have authored the Namibia chapter, with contributions made from the following members of our WKH team: Nicole Freygang (Legal System; Employment Law), Ivo dos Santos (Foreign Investment; Corporate Vehicles; Competition Law), Jane de Chavonnes Vrugt (Intellectual Property), Nadine van Schalkwyk (Corporate Vehicles), Ralph Strauss (Transfer Pricing; Anti-Evasion Rules & Tariffs), Bonita de Silva (Business Taxation), Chrissie Turck (Data Protection), and Natasha Nekuta (Employment Law).

We were also privileged to contribute to the Trends & Developments section with our article, "Arbitration and Administrative Law at the Wellhead: A Tri-Modal Framework for Resolving Disputes in Namibia's Upstream Petroleum Sector," authored by Tshuka Luvindao and Azaria Wallace.

We extend our sincere thanks to the Chambers team, particularly Alfie Kingsley-Smith, Philip Tully and Carla Cagnina, for the opportunity to contribute to this outstanding global publication.

Read the Namibia chapter here:
https://practiceguides.chambers.com/practice-guides/doing-business-in-2026/namibia

08/07/2026

The Capricorn Foundation has partnered with the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sport, Arts and Culture and Education Outcome Fund to support Namibia’s first outcomes fund for early childhood development.

Through this partnership, the Foundation has committed a minimum of N$5 million over three years to help strengthen formalised early childhood development in Namibia. The programme is expected to reach more than 25,000 children and will focus on measurable improvements in child development, centre quality and nutrition outcomes.

This partnership reflects our belief that early childhood development is where opportunity begins, and that investing in young children is an investment in Namibia’s future.

Read more: https://ow.ly/aJgg50ZlpRN

02/07/2026

Education remains a top national priority, with N$24.8 billion allocated to the Ministry of Education, Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture for 2025/26, 23.4% of the national budget and 8.9% of GDP.

💡 A strong education sector drives skills development, innovation, and long-term economic growth.

🤝 We are proud to collaborate with the following partners in our network:
University of Namibia - Main Campus SRC
Namibia Training Authority
Signa Aviation
Centre for Innovation in Learning and Teaching, University of Namibia
OneAfrica



Read our publication online: https://issuu.com/travelnewsnamibia/docs/namibia_trade_network_2026?fr=xKAE9_zMzMw

25/06/2026

This unique Swakara design by showcases the Swakara's rare natural qualities: a velvety sheen, ultra-light weight, and a beautifully flat, sculpted texture that moves effortlessly with the body.

Visit www.swakara.net.

24/06/2026

As Namibia's mining sector evolves, the conversation around sustainability continues to grow alongside it.

Responsible waste management is becoming an increasingly important part of how mining operations manage risk, maintain compliance, and support long-term sustainability.

In our latest discussion, Wayne Koff, Sales Manager: IWM - Mining at Rent-A-Drum, shares insights into the changing landscape of mining waste management and the role it plays in building more resilient operations.

Read the full blog here: https://www.rent-a-drum.com.na/responsible-mining-starts-with-responsible-waste-management/