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Catch Business Report content live on Nova 103.5FM on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6, with repeats on Wednesday and Friday mornings from 5:30am. Feature stories, interviews with local economists, updates from different sectors of Namibian society, stock analysis with "The Finance Ghost", and of course the Spotlight Feature where we learn about well known Namibians.
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921 Episodes
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Alexforbes Lead Story - Dr. Omu Kakujaha-Matundu

In the Alexforbes Lead Story: Namibia will host its first Public-Private Forum from 23 to 24 October at the Windhoek International Convention Centre. Chaired by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, the event aims to boost collaboration between government and business to drive job creation and economic growth. Angie Scholtz sits down with…
21 Oct 12 min

Market Watch - Claire Hobbs

Coming up on the Market Watch: The Bank of Namibia surprised markets with a repo rate cut, leaving many asking if it came too soon. Michelle van Wyk speaks to Claire Hobbs, Chief Treasurer from Bank Windhoek about what the decision means for growth, liquidity, and debt, and why some…
21 Oct 7 min

Ghost Biz - 16 October 2025

Coming up on Ghost Biz, Gary and the Finance Ghost discuss: Canal+ & MultiChoice: The merger hits 90% approval, with Canal+ set for an inward JSE listing to give investors access to a new pan-African media giant. Sappi: Shares tumble 56% in 2025 amid weak demand and heavy spending —…
16 Oct 7 min

Alexforbes Lead Story - Hem Matsi

In our Alexforbes Lead Story, Business leaders and entrepreneurs will come together in Windhoek on 24 October for the Business Masterclass, an event focused on sharing lessons and experiences from a decade of leadership and business management. Angie speaks to businesswoman and event organizer Hem Matsi.
16 Oct 10 min

Market Watch - Eloise du Plessis

Coming up on the Market Watch: The stock markets are booming — but for how long? Michelle van Wyk speaks to Eloise du Plessis from PSG about the striking similarities between today’s bull run and the roaring markets of 1927, and why diversification might be the smartest move right now.
14 Oct 9 min

Alexforbes Lead Story - Frederico Links

In the Alexforbes Lead Story: The 29th edition of Procurement Tracker, Namibia, has raised concern over the government’s growing use of procurement exemptions. Angie Scholtz sits down with IPPR researcher Frederico Links to discuss this.
14 Oct 8 min

Ghost Biz - 9 October 2025

In Ghost Biz this week, it's a mixed week for local stocks — with value plays holding steady amid regulatory drama. Gary and the Finance Ghost take a look at: - Old Mutual launching a R3 billion share buyback, tightening its share base and boosting long-term earnings per share. -…
9 Oct 13 min

Alexforbes Lead Story - Danny Meyer

In the Alexforbes Lead Story: The Development Bank of Namibia is preparing to roll out a Women-Owned and Women-Led SMEs Market Program to improve access to finance and strengthen business productivity for women entrepreneurs. The initiative is supported by a grant from the Women Entrepreneurs Finance Initiative Trust Fund, with…
9 Oct 11 min

Market Watch - Ray Auala

Coming up on the Market Watch: It’s a big month for Namibia’s bond market. Michelle van Wyk speaks to RMB’s Ray Auala, who unpacks October’s major coupon payments, the government’s eurobond redemption, and what widening spreads reveal about investor sentiment and debt pressures ahead of the Mid-Term Budget.
7 Oct 10 min

Alexforbes Lead Story - African Bitcoin Corporation

In the Alexforbes Lead Story: The African Bitcoin Corporation makes history with its listing on the Namibian Stock Exchange. CEO Warren Wheatley and CIO Akshay Karan explain why they’ve rebranded, why they’re betting on Bitcoin as a pristine asset, and how their model aims to boost SME funding while opening…
7 Oct 25 min

Namdeb Diamond Story - Korbinian Amutenya

The Namdeb Diamond Story, "Refining the Rough – Treatment, Recovery and Sorting ", Angie Scholtz is joined by Korbinian Amutenya, Mineral Processing Engineer at NamDeb. 
2 Oct 7 min

Alexforbes Lead Story - Iyaloo Hamata

In the Alexforbes Lead Story: The Information Ministry and the Investment Promotion Board have given an update on the Brand Namibia process. The initiative seeks to position the country as a top place to live, visit, invest, and develop, while promoting a unified national image. Angie sat down with Brand…
2 Oct 6 min

Ghost Biz - 2 October 2025

Coming up on Ghost Biz: - York Timber — volatile earnings driven by biological asset valuations, with operations still struggling despite some cashflow improvements. - African Bitcoin Corporation — secondary listing on the Namibian Stock Exchange to aid small-scale capital raising, but questions linger over its rebrand and strategy. -…
2 Oct 12 min

Alexforbes Leady Story - Bärbel Kirchner

In the Alexforbes Lead Story: The Construction Industries Federation of Namibia, in collaboration with the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, the Lüderitz Waterfront Development Company, the Lüderitz Town Council, and FlyNamibia, will be hosting the CIF Infrastructure Development Forum, scheduled to take place from 14–16 October 2025 at the Old Power Station…
30 Sep 12 min

Market Watch - Floris Bergh

Coming up on the Market Watch: Interest rates may be at the bottom of the cycle. Floris Bergh from Capricorn Asset Management explains why stable inflation in Namibia and South Africa points to unchanged repo rates — and how global factors from oil prices to Chinese deflation could shift the…
30 Sep 8 min
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