Windhoek Observer

Chamwe Kaira Beef consumer prices showed mixed movements in December 2025, with several key cuts becoming cheaper in Khomas, while Kavango East recorded increases across many products, according to data from the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia. In Khomas, weekly prices fell for a number of cuts during the week ended 12 December. Loin prices dropped by 11.54% to N$199.99 per kilogram.  Fillet declined by 5.36% to N$233.90 per kilogram. Rump eased by 1.43% to N$205.79 per kilogram, while topside fell by 7.41% to N$144.92 per kilogram. Lower-priced cuts also became cheaper. Hump declined by 2.17% to N$97.82…

Staff Writer Standard Bank Namibia has introduced a new pricing strategy that came into effect on 1 January 2026. The changes aim to reduce everyday banking costs and expand access to digital and bundled banking services for individuals and businesses. The bank said the revised pricing includes lower fees on selected daily transactions, more free services, and four bundled account options designed for different income and lifestyle needs. The strategy also places stronger focus on digital banking and support for small and medium-sized enterprises. According to the bank, customers will benefit from reduced fees on digital transactions, lower electronic funds…

Outsurance Group Limited (OGL) is set to list on the A2X via a secondary listing, with qualifying shares expected to be listed on the bourse this month. OGL informed shareholders that the company’s ordinary shares have been approved for inclusion in the list of qualifying equity securities to be traded on A2X, effective 14 January 2026. The insurer’s primary listing on the JSE Limited and its issued share capital will be unaffected by the secondary listing on A2X. “For the past 28 years, OUTsurance has delivered innovative, value-for-money products to its clients, and we are pleased to help extend this…

Chamwe Kaira Namibia’s offshore oil discoveries are helping to renew momentum in Africa’s upstream energy sector. However, tight investment discipline and operational challenges continue to slow development, according to the African Energy Chamber. Two major offshore discoveries made in Namibia in 2022 by Shell and TotalEnergies marked a turning point for the country’s energy prospects. The finds also boosted exploration interest across the continent, including in Côte d’Ivoire, Angola and Egypt. In its 2026 Outlook Report, The State of African Energy, the African Energy Chamber says global exploration and production capital spending is expected to reach about US$504 billion by…