AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoFoot-and-Mouth Response: Namibia has begun compulsory vaccination in the Karasburg veterinary district, with three rounds planned over three months. Officials report 131 positive animals across 18 farms; farmers are urging supervised livestock sales to ease the impact of movement restrictions. Cost of Living: Annual inflation rose to 5.4% in September, driven mainly by transport costs, with higher housing and food prices adding pressure on households. Energy Planning: John Titus has been appointed Namibia’s first Nuclear Commissioner to coordinate preparations for a long-term nuclear power programme, with safety and transparency named as guiding principles. Investment: Namibia will host its second Public-Private Forum in November, focused on investment, partnerships and job creation. The country also ranked third in Africa’s 2026 Financial Markets Index, behind South Africa and Mauritius. Wildlife Recognition: A photograph taken in Namibia’s Huab River Valley won the 2026 Wildlife Photographer of the Year award, bringing international attention to the country’s elephants and landscapes.
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