Namibia's Digital Money Revolution | Namibia News

Namibia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 1, 2026 · 1m

Namibia is set to revolutionize finance by launching digital money on mobile phones by next June, aiming to boost financial inclusion and empower the informal economy. With instant payments, businesses will build automatic transaction histories that prove viability and unlock easier access to funding. The rollout begins with government-to-person transfers, expands to peer-to-peer payments, and ends with direct merchant transactions—all designed to streamline commerce and economic activity. Officials see this as a game-changer for small traders, artisans, and entrepreneurs, urging society to…