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Nov 2026

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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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November 5, 202615 min

Namdeb Spotlight Feature - Samantha Schwartz

Angie is joined by Samantha Schwartz, the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Namibia

November 5, 20268 min

Alexforbes Lead Story - Almandro Jansen

In the Alexforbes Lead Story Namibia's sharp fuel price increases are expected to put further pressure on households and businesses, with rising diesel costs likely to drive up the prices of food, transport and other essential goods. Economists warn that the impact could extend well beyond the pumps, affecting consumer spending and the country's broader economic outlook. Angie Scholtz sat down with Simonis Storm economist Almandro Jansen to discuss this.

November 3, 20261 min

Tech Support - 3 November 2026

In Tech Talk Gerald tells us all about Social media and business promotion .

November 3, 20267 min

Market Watch - Ralf Duvel

Coming up in the Market Watch: Michelle van Wyk speaks to Ralf Duvel from Ashburton Investments about global market developments, including AI valuations, rising bond yields, and the investment outlook for 2027. They also discuss South Africa’s improving economic prospects and Namibia’s fiscal challenges, particularly the impact of delayed oil announcements, government debt and rising interest costs.

November 3, 202618 min

Alexforbes Lead Story - Ian Collard

In the Alexforbes Lead Story: Namibia’s foot-and-mouth disease outbreak is placing growing financial pressure on the beef industry, threatening revenue, jobs and export markets. Savanna Beef CEO Ian Collard says prolonged disruptions to livestock movement and processing could have serious consequences for farmers, meat processors and the wider economy. Angie Scholtz sat down with Ian Collard to discuss this.

October 29, 20267 min

Alexforbes Lead Story - Zandria Venter

In the Alexforbes Lead Story: Namibia has been ranked first among four African countries assessed in the 2026 Marsh CFA Institute Global Pension Index, scoring 57.5 points and receiving a C grade. Angie Scholtz sat down with Zandria Venter, the Head of Growth at Alexforbes Investments Namibia, to discuss this.

October 29, 20267 min

Namdeb Spotlight Feature - Dr. Philemon Hoon

In the Namdeb SPOTLIGHT this evening, Angie is joined by Dr. Philemon Hoon, a veterinarian who helps at the Oshana SPCA.

October 29, 20267 min

Ghost Biz - 29 October 2026

Today in Ghost Biz, Gary Stroebel and The Finance Ghost discuss: Pick n Pay’s turnaround, improving gross margins, cost-cutting measures and the road to break-even. ASP Isotopes’ stable liquid helium production and the challenges of reaching full capacity and delivering helium to customers. They also discuss the importance of patient, long-term investment in getting South Africa’s helium project to commercial success.

October 27, 20261 min

Tech Support - 27 October 2026

In Tech Talk Gerald tells us all about AI security.

October 27, 202612 min

Alexforbes Lead Story - Almandro Jansen

In the Alexforbes Lead Story: Namibian consumer confidence has fallen to a record low, with the Simonis Storm index dropping to 42.2 amid rising fuel prices and inflation. Business confidence improved slightly, but households are cutting spending as Simonis Storm forecasts economic growth of just 2 percent this year. Angie Scholtz sat down with Almandro Jansen, an Economist at Simonis Storm Securities, to discuss this.