Charity Mwiya

NCCI retorts to “divisive factions” in its midst

NCCI retorts to “divisive factions” in its midst

Tujoromajo Kasuto The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Charity Mwiya has reacted angrily to a revolt by some prominent members in the northern regions resigned en masse from the chamber and formed a new organization. Mwiya states that it is unfortunate that a small group of "misguided individuals with self-serving agendas are hellbent on tarnishing NCCI's solid reputation''. She adds it is equally concerning that at such a crucial time when working together is so important, that "we now must defend ourselves against others who would rather see the nation’s business community divided. " This…
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Business welcomes govt bailout

Business welcomes govt bailout

Staff Writer The Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) says government’s N$8.1 billion stimulus package will provide vital support to keep businesses afloat in the wake of the damaging effects of the coronavirus pandemic, which follows four consecutive years of an economic slowdown. The package according to NCCI Chief Executive Officer, Charity Mwiya, will help ease the cashflow hardships many businesses are experiencing in order to pay bills and to pay staff. “As the minister of finance Ipumbu Shiimi recognised in his announcement yesterday, businesses keep people in jobs and during these tough times it is vital that businesses…
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