WINDHOEK: President Hage Geingob has reiterated his stance that Namibia will no longer be exporting raw materials, saying the country is dedicated to improving the sustainability of its extractive industry. Geingob was speaking at the opening of the European Union (EU)-Namibia Business Forum, happening in Brussels, Belgium on Tuesday. The two-day forum is jointly hosted...
December 13, 2024
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China’s graphite export restrictions impact US auto industry
China’s curbs on the export of graphite, a key component in electric vehicle batteries, could result in higher costs for US automakers. The move appears to be part of an ongoing tit-for-tat trade dispute between Beijing and Washington. Ira Spitzer reports from San Francisco. The post China’s graphite export restrictions impact US auto industry first...
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Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe launches China export guide for local business – Namibia Daily News
HARARE, Oct. 21 — Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe on Friday launched an export guide for Zimbabwean exporters and business entities seeking to understand and penetrate the Chinese market. The export guide e-book, which gives in-depth information and guidance on navigating the Chinese market, was launched during the Stanbic Bank China Day event held in Harare, the...
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Uranium mines comment on Gov export regulations
The ban on exports of critical raw materials is seen as an opportunity for the country’s two large uranium mines, Rossing and Husab, to add value. The managers of the mines say the advancement in technology could make it possible for Namibia, but they questioned what measures the government will put in place to ensure...
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South African Poultry Association says it plans to divert eggs meant for export
The South African Poultry Association says it plans to divert eggs meant for export into various retail store shelves because of the shortage of eggs in the country. It is estimated that the egg industry will only recover after 18-months following the avian flu outbreak. The association’s Abongile Balarane told Newzroom Afrika close to 30-percent...
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Russia dominates global grain export market amid Ukraine conflict
Russia has solidified its position as the leading global grain exporter. Meanwhile, the conflict in Ukraine disrupted the market, as Ukraine, a significant food commodities exporter, lost access to the crucial Black Sea route due to Russia’s invasion. Russian President Vladimir Putin told Reuters the country would soon make good on a promise made after...
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Botswana emerges as Namibia’s top export destination
Staff Reporter BOTSWANA emerged as Namibia’s largest export destination, accounting for 23.3% of all goods exported, while South Africa maintained its position as the country’s largest source of imports, representing 37.8% of total imports in July 2023. This information was revealed in the latest trade statistics from the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA), which indicated that...
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Paragon yet to receive accreditation for European-specific export cargo
Paragon Aviation Services, which took over the ground-handling services at Hosea Kutako International Airport (HKIA), is yet to receive accreditation (ACC3/RA3) for European-specific export cargo. This information was confirmed by Namibia Airports Company’s spokesperson, Dan Kamati, on Thursday. “Imports and exports through HKIA are active and direct exports to the European Union can only happen...