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A non-partisan NGO established as a regional chapter to advance vendors participation in socio-economic activities in Namibia.

[Namibian Sun @namibiansun]

NO LINES ON PAYDAY: Kapana sellers at Windhoek’s Single Quarters have raised concerns over low customer turnout on payday today, amid concerns surrounding the nationwide Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak.

Fransisco Fiaa, 29, who has been selling kapana for four years, said the reduced customer turnout could threaten the livelihoods of vendors who depend on daily meat sales.

“It can cause bad things to us, because this is what we are depending on. We just want to check whether the government can do something for us, maybe something to help us,” Fiaa said.

Fiaa said the meat sold by the vendors is supplied by a farm, adding that the current situation has left sellers concerned about their income.

The sellers’ concerns come as authorities continue responding to the FMD outbreak, which has raised questions among consumers about the safety and availability of beef and other affected livestock products.

UPDATE: Desmarius Hansen

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While we welcome the initiative, the steering committee should be reminded that there can be no transition without infrastructure and intentional policies favoring & prioritizing Namibian businesses along all value chains of business

[The Namibian @TheNamibian]

INCLUDING INFORMAL ECONOMY ... The chairperson of the National Steering Committee on the Informal Economy, Diina Nashidengo, speaks of the mandate of her committee. Video: Matthew Dlamini

[Namibian Sun @namibiansun]

JUST IN: The Namibian Competition Commission has launched an investigation into Rani Traders Close Corporation, trading as Rani Group of Companies, and six major fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) suppliers following complaints from small retailers alleging practices that could undermine competition.

The Commission resolved on 28 July 2026 to formally investigate the matter.

The respondents are Rani Group, Namib Mills, Bokomo Namibia, Coca-Cola Namibia Bottling Company, Distell Namibia, Namibia Breweries and Anheuser-Busch InBev Namibia.

The investigation follows complaints by independent micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), which allege that the companies have engaged in practices that may substantially lessen competition in the production, supply and distribution of FMCGs to retailers.

Among the allegations is that FMCG suppliers frequently have little or no stock available to independent retailers because products are allegedly bought out or reserved for Rani Group before production takes place.

The retailers further allege that, where stock is available, they are charged higher prices than those offered to Rani Group.

MSMEs have also complained about payment terms, alleging that suppliers have phased out arrangements that previously allowed retailers up to 30 days to pay and now require upfront payment, placing pressure on their cash flow.

[NBC Digital News @NBCDigitalNews]

Street vendors from Chinatown gathered at the City of Windhoek headquarters on Thursday, where they are expected to meet city officials shortly.

Vendor Tuliki Vaino expressed disappointment in the government, saying citizens are expected to queue and vote during elections, yet their wellbeing is not being prioritised.

She said foreigners are allowed to sell in the country, while locals are being denied the opportunity to make ends meet and provide for their families.

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[VISET Namibia @ChapterViset]

@ChapterViset see's the untapped potential in every informal enterprise. As transformation begins with opportunity - we provide support to informal businesses who have the potential to create much needed jobs for 🇳🇦 youthful population.

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[Namibian Sun @namibiansun]

“We’re exporting the money that is supposed to create employment opportunities…”

On The Agenda this Sunday, entrepreneur and Dinapama Manufacturing & Supplies Managing Director David Namalenga shares his thoughts on how the country’s unemployment crisis can be addressed. Watch him at 20:00 on NTV (Dstv channel 285, GOtv channel 25) or at 19:00 on the Network Media Hub YouTube channel.

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[Eagle FM Namibia @EagleFMNam]

NAMIBIAN GROWN BANANAS NOW AVAILABLE ON THE SHELVES | The second most widely consumed fruit in Namibia is now being locally produced and is available for purchase at Checkers Maerua Mall.

In collaboration with AvaGro Etunda Green Scheme and a local wholesaler, a total of 2.5 tonnes of bananas were recently harvested from the Etunda trial site on 08 May 2026, following their planting in January 2025.

This is a step towards strengthening local fruit production and reducing reliance on imports.

Video: Namibia Agronomic Board

[The Namibian @TheNamibian]

GOREANGAB PEOPLE FIRST … A Samora Machel constituency resident says Goreangab Mall should prioritise people from Goreangab and surrounding areas instead of "coming with their own people" from outside. She says residents in the area have families to feed.
“We also need jobs and opportunities,“ she states.

Video: Wilma Iita

[VISET Namibia @ChapterViset]

@Heisdeon We have more than Fardu.. you also can’t create economies of scale if the trading environment does not favor , promote or boost local initiatives.

[Namibian Sun @namibiansun]

PRESIDENTIAL SCULPTURE:
Fifty-three-year-old Stephen Mufunda, who has been crafting wooden sculptures for the past three decades, began work in September last year on a sculpture of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah.

Mufunda, who has previously created a sculpture of Namibia’s Founding Father, Sam Nujoma, said the latest artwork is intended to honour Nandi-Ndaitwah’s leadership and her historic achievement as Namibia’s first female president.

“Nandi-Ndaitwah is a leader who cares for her people,” Mufunda said. He added that the sculpture is expected to be completed within a week.

Mufunda operates Damaraland Sculptures CC from /Gowati Lodge and has been running the business since 2018. He is assisted by 19-year-old Richen /Uiseb.

Photo: Clemans Miyanicwe

[VISET Namibia @ChapterViset]

@Heisdeon Mall culture really kills our local economy, especially as most of them do not house Namibian owned shops/products - I wish Namibians could understand this.. the low paying jobs from shoprite can’t be the only means to the end.

[VISET Namibia @ChapterViset]

@NBCDigitalNews The number of child abuse cases is Namibia is truly alarming

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Dr. Alpo Mbamba Secondary School and Romanus Kamunoko Secondary School in Rundu, Kavango East Region, had some of their dilapidated furniture refurbished after the Directorate of Education asked businesses in the town for assistance.

The directorate approached KDG Autolink last year, and they agreed. The company then gave the Mbangura Woodcarvers the project to repair 200 chairs and 187 desks.

Principal at Dr Alpo Mbamba SS, Elizabeth Lucian, said the gesture has come at a time when the school really needs it. She added that learners have been sharing desks and chairs for a while now.

“Schools can now be functional by making the learners comfortable during the teaching and learning process,” Lucian concluded.

Education Director in Kavango East, Christine Shilima, said it’s no secret that there are a lot of broken chairs and desks in the region, and that’s why they approached the 'Friends of Education', also known as local businesses, to support the region’s education needs.

Dr. Alpo Mbamba SS will receive 100 chairs and 102 desks, while Romanus Kamunoko SS will receive 100 chairs and 87 desks.

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WATCH: Chaos has erupted in Rundu after street vendors were ordered to vacate their trading spots between Dunns and PEP in the town centre.

The move follows a directive from the complex owner, who informed the town council that trading would no longer be permitted in front of its premises.

Town council officials moved in to enforce the eviction, but traders have vowed to remain, setting the stage for a tense standoff.

Video: Eliot Ipinge

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Vendors operating in the eastern part of Helao Nafidi town in the Ohangwena Region staged a protest, demanding the establishment of a new open market in Oshikango, where most shopping complexes are situated.

The vendors had been selling their produce illegally at Okapalashe but were removed by the town council and instructed to relocate to the open market on the western side of Oshikango.

However, they expressed dissatisfaction with the relocation, arguing that the western market is not strategically located because it is far from the town center and attracts very few customers.

Their petition was received by Helao Nafidi Town Council Chief Executive Officer Inge Ipinge, who informed the demonstrators that it is not practical to establish two open markets in Oshikango, as other suburbs also require such facilities.

Ipinge added that should funds become available, the town council plans to prioritise the construction of new open markets in three suburbs, which are Ohangwena, Engela, and Omafo.

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Frustrated…Vendors at Shoprite in Independence Avenue voice their frustration after City Police allegedly told them to vacate the area.
Video: Heather Erdmann

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Make me understand how NIDA is at the forefront of some major development projects, when it has a crystal clear track of gross underperformance, financial mismanagement, and non-delivery.