AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCricket World Cup 2027 Ticket Rush: The ICC Men’s ODI World Cup ballot has topped 1.1 million applications in just days, with India vs Pakistan the biggest draw (over 110,000) and the ballot open until 21 November across South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia. FMD Shock for Namibia’s Meat Exports: The EU has temporarily suspended imports of fresh cattle, sheep and goat meat from Namibia after the foot-and-mouth outbreak in Karasburg, with Namibia’s livestock movement and exports already under restrictions. FMD Containment in Focus: Namibia’s Cabinet approved a Karasburg containment buffer zone and border fencing measures as authorities step up surveillance and testing, while Windhoek keeps informal-market slaughtering prohibited. Power and Cost Pressure: Namibia’s energy ministry urged NamPower to cut reliance on imported electricity, expand access and improve affordability using more local renewables. Business and Trade Push: Government launched Namibia’s first Exporters’ Guide to help MSMEs move beyond the small domestic market and tackle export procedures, standards and logistics. Finance and Markets: Sanlam has moved to take full control of Santam with a cash offer of N$505 per share and plans to delist from the JSE, NSX and A2X.
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