About Us
NIFA is Namibia’s innovation engine for investment, skills, and enterprise development. We exist to close the gap between theory and practice—by equipping young talent, empowering MSMEs, and enabling fund managers to unlock scalable, sustainable impact.
Our work spans three core areas:
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Skills & Internship Development
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MSME Capacity Building & Access to Capital
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Emerging Fund Manager Enablement & Strategic Advisory
From the classroom to the boardroom, and from idea to investment, NIFA connects the dots between public and private sectors, helping to unlock Namibia’s full economic potential.
Africa’s First Bloomberg Finance Lab at NUST (HTTPS)
In partnership with MTC NUST, we manage Africa’s first Bloomberg Lab in a public university—giving students and SMEs real-time access to global financial markets and tools which enhances financial literacy.
Leading Skills Intelligence Tools
We deploy smart software and dashboards to track skills gaps, assess talent pipelines, and support targeted internship placement.
Results-Driven MSME Programmes
Through regional roadshows, psychometric tools, and investment readiness coaching, we scale MSME growth, link entrepreneurs to funders, and support inclusive enterprise ecosystems.
Trusted by DFIs, Banks & Ministries
We implement national programs funded by institutions such as GIZ, CEFE International, Standard Bank, and various government departments.
To be Namibia’s leading catalyst for skills transformation, inclusive capital deployment, and entrepreneurial ecosystems that deliver real impact.
Our Vision
To bridge the gap between theory and practice by:
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Developing job-ready talent
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Accelerating MSMEs and fundable ventures
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Empowering emerging fund managers
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Driving public-private alignment for inclusive growth
Our Mission
Stay connected
For any inquiries, questions or commendations, please contact us at: info@nifacademy.com
+264 81 491 8892