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The Business Report

English, Finance, 1 season, 293 episodes, 2 days, 16 hours, 27 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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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 Namibias 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Dr. Jane Olwoch

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6/29/202329 minutes, 9 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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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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Philip Chapman

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6/8/202319 minutes, 38 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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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 Karen 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, Axiz CEO Craig Brunsden who was up from Joburg for the launch of the company's new Windhoek office and Dell Service Centre, and RDJ Publishing 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. 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 four 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 performance objectives, performance measurement, and measures of risk and risk-adjusted returns.
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 Steytler 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