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Nedbank empowers employees to drive community change
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Nedbank empowers employees to drive community change

In a bold demonstration of commitment to community development and sustainable impact, Nedbank Namibia launched the 2025 Nedbank Team Challenge. This is an annual employee volunteerism initiative that empowers bank employees to actively support non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Namibia. The initiative, which kicked off in September, saw four selected employee teams take on projects in...

Nictus to expand with new Build It store in Rehoboth
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Nictus to expand with new Build It store in Rehoboth

The Nictus Group intends expanding its retail footprint in Namibia with the opening of a new Build It store in Rehoboth. Expected to open its doors next year, the new Build It will mark a significant milestone in the group’s ongoing commitment to empowering communities through accessible building solutions.  Pending final preparations, the Build It...

Nedbank for Good Series raises N$300 000 for Agra ProVision
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Nedbank for Good Series raises N$300 000 for Agra ProVision

The 2025 Nedbank for Good Series successfully raised N$300 000 for Agra ProVision, up from N$250,000 raised last year.  At the prizegiving of the final event, organisers for the series not only crowned new champions but also highlighted a commitment to community development. The funds were raised through auctions, which took place throughout the 13...

Sanlam crowns Van Niekerk as best journalist
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Sanlam crowns Van Niekerk as best journalist

Moneyweb editor and RSG Geldsake radio news presenter, Ryk van Niekerk, recently received the 2024 Sanlam Group Financial Journalist of the Year Award at a gala celebrating the 50th anniversary of the awards in Johannesburg. With over 25 years’ experience in economic, political, business and consumer financial reporting, Van Niekerk was recognised by the independent...

DBN appoints Ndove as CEO
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DBN appoints Ndove as CEO

The Development Bank of Namibia’s Board of Directors, in consultation with the finance minister, has announced the five-year appointment of Titus Ndove as CEO, effective 1 November 2025.  The Board stated it is confident Ndove has the competence and experience required to drive the DBN’s Integrated Strategic Plan. Ndove has over twenty years of experience...

Heita out for redemption …Simon, Ndjolonimus on the card
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Heita out for redemption …Simon, Ndjolonimus on the card

Namibia’s leading boxing stable, MTC Nestor Sunshine Boxing & Fitness Academy, yesterday announced that it will stage another action-packed boxing bonanza in November. According to the stable’s statement, top prospect Mateus “The Beast” Heita will headline the event, which is set to take place at the Windhoek Country Club & Casino. The 27-year-old will face...

New software makes flying more efficient
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New software makes flying more efficient

Air traffic control (ATC) authorities around the world continue to face challenges with messaging systems that are limited in their capabilities, operationally demanding, and slow to adapt to modern needs. These limitations can make it harder to coordinate across borders and keep pace with growing traffic demands.  With the launch of SITA ATC Bridge, an...

Audi’s agile S3 range offers increased performance
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Audi’s agile S3 range offers increased performance

Audi has introduced the new Audi S3 Sportback and S3 Sedan with increased performance, a torque splitter, advanced driving dynamics, and a sharpened design. More than just a product upgrade, the latest Audi S3 delivers greater output, innovative technology, and distinctive styling that underline its position as a premium compact performance model. The Audi S3...

Solar wheeling powers gold mine
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Solar wheeling powers gold mine

Sustainable Power Solutions (SPS), in partnership with B2Gold Namibia, the Oelofse family and Fortitude, have commissioned Namibia’s first solar wheeling project under NamPower’s Modified Single Buyer (MSB) programme. The Maxwell Solar Plant represents a groundbreaking step in Namibia’s transition to renewable energy and serves as a model for future public-private power partnerships. The 10 MW...

TotalEnergies divests 50% of US solar portfolio
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TotalEnergies divests 50% of US solar portfolio

TotalEnergies has signed an agreement with insurance vehicles and accounts managed by KKR, a leading global investment firm, for the sale of 50% of a 1.4 GW solar portfolio in North America.  This transaction, which TotalEnergies said aligns with its renewables business model, values the portfolio at an enterprise value of US$1.25 billion.  “Thanks to...