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Letshego Namibia achieves 40% NPS in 2024 
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Letshego Namibia achieves 40% NPS in 2024 

Letshego Holdings Namibia has achieved a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 40% in 2024, significantly surpassing the financial services industry average of 30%.  This achievement highlights Letshego’s leadership in customer satisfaction within Namibia’s competitive financial sector.  The Net Promoter Score is a globally recognised metric measuring customer advocacy. Letshego’s 40% NPS highlights strong customer advocacy...

Massmart, Walmart embark on first Africa-focused supplier summit 
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Massmart, Walmart embark on first Africa-focused supplier summit 

Massmart and Walmart have announced the first Africa-focused supplier growth summit to be held in Johannesburg on 2 April 2025.  Participation in this Massmart powered by Walmart Growth Summit is open to prospective suppliers and entrepreneurs from across the African continent, with interest from entrepreneurs based in Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Botswana and Namibia.  The...

MTC Maris Cup set for the weekend 
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MTC Maris Cup set for the weekend 

Football fever is on a heightened level, with the much-anticipated first-ever edition of the MTC Maris Cup set to commence with the round of 16 this weekend at the Dr Hage Geingob Stadium.  Ahead of the historic cup – which officially in MTC records becomes the single-biggest cup prize money on the local football circuits,...

Cricket Namibia hits the ground running 
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Cricket Namibia hits the ground running 

Cricket Namibia (CN), one of the country’s most successful federations, has started the year with renewed energy.  In a statement, CN highlighted 2024 as a phenomenal year filled with accomplishments that made a significant mark. Three standouts include: the FNB Namibia Cricket Ground, as the start of their stadium construction is setting the stage for...

NMI: Making mathematics easier
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NMI: Making mathematics easier

Understanding the intricacies of numbers and mathematical problems can be a daunting task for many learners.  The Namibia Mathematics Initiative (NMI) has taken on the challenge to address mathematical challenges, equipping senior secondary school teachers and learners in the Omaheke and Hardap regions with the necessary tools to thrive.  Through a sponsorship of N$79 000...

BoN grants payment, virtual licences
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BoN grants payment, virtual licences

The Bank of Namibia awarded four provisional licences to four entities for six months to offer services in the payment and virtual assets space.   Kazembire Zemburuka, BoN’s Director of Strategic Communications and International Relations, said in accordance with its regulatory mandate under the Payment System Management Act, 2023 and the Virtual Assets Act, 2023,...

Feasible agri-businesses on limited land
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Feasible agri-businesses on limited land

The limited availability of land has been a hurdle for many aspiring farmers, many of whom are determined to venture into farming but lack fertile land.  Common sense has always dictated that the bigger the land size, the more profitable your undertaking would be, as you would be able to scale up production.  AgriToday compiled...

FLY Angola connects Luanda, Windhoek 
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FLY Angola connects Luanda, Windhoek 

Air Connect Namibia welcomes the introduction of the route, which will increase regional integration, as FLY Angola connects Windhoek in Namibia with Luanda, Angola’s capital.  On 21 December 2024, FLY Angola started to operate a thrice-weekly service, connecting the Luanda International Airport to the Hosea Kutako International Airport via the Benguela Catumbela Airport in Angola. ...

Copperkettle to host Nedbank Windhoek Pedal Power race 
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Copperkettle to host Nedbank Windhoek Pedal Power race 

The next Nedbank Windhoek Pedal Power Race event is scheduled for Sunday at Copperkettle in Windhoek. This is after Namibian elite cyclist Alex Miller and cycling newcomer Louise Breed won the first Nedbank Windhoek Pedal Power race of the 2025 season. The road cycling season opener took place at Teufels Schlucht outside Windhoek this past...

Call for establishment of construction council 
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Call for establishment of construction council 

For nearly two decades, the Construction Industries Federation of Namibia (CIF) has persistently called for the establishment of a National Construction Council.  CIF chief executive, Bärbel Kirchner, said since 2006, the federation has been advocating for this regulatory body to safeguard the local construction industry, ensure quality workmanship, foster fair competition, and ensure Namibian contractors...