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...
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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
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
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
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
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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FLY Angola connects Luanda, Windhoek
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Copperkettle to host Nedbank Windhoek Pedal Power race
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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...