The MVA Fund has expressed deep concern about a marked increase in pedestrian-related crashes, injuries and fatalities across the country between January and June this year. Crash data compiled to date reveal that pedestrian-related crashes increased from 435 to 501 (up 15%), injuries from 406 to 464 (up 14%), and fatalities by a staggering 45%...
Chery Namibia is expanding its lineup of the Tiggo 7 CSH with the imminent arrival of a new Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) derivative of its popular Tiggo 7 SUV. Offered in two well-equipped trims, the Tiggo 7 CSH, which will soon grace local showrooms, combines the brand’s hallmark value-for-money proposition with the added benefits of...
The Capricorn Foundation has reaffirmed its commitment to economic development and community upliftment by investing a further N$1.17 million in the RuralRevive Initiative in Maltahöhe, supporting two work packages: horticulture and waste management. This investment aligns with the foundation’s focus on economic advancement and strengthens its existing partnership with the Wolwedans Foundation. RuralRevive is an...
Gobabis hosted the eighth leg of the Bank Windhoek Grand Prix series last Saturday. The event took place at the Omaheke regional library, which was transformed into a vibrant battleground for 55 players from various regions, who came together for a day of intense and engaging chess. Among the participants were a few titled players,...
Sport Klub Windhoek (SKW) successfully defended its title at the Bank Windhoek Ramblers U/21 Football Tournament, defeating Swallows in a thrilling final that ended in a penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw in Windhoek. The match was intense, with both teams finishing with 10 players due to red cards issued during the game. The final...
Nedbank Namibia has concluded a funding deal that marks the beginning of a strategic partnership aimed at advancing Namibia’s mining sector. The deal is with Trollope Contractors Namibia (Pty) Ltd, an affiliate of the South African-based Trollope Mining Group. The deal. The funding package, which includes asset-based finance and working capital facilities, will enable Trollope...
“Rooted in Growth for Sustainability” underscores Old Mutual’s commitment to fostering meaningful, sustainable entrepreneurship rooted in community while empowering individuals to take ownership of their growth and social impact. This theme underscores the Old Mutual Foundation’s fourth and final leg of its flagship entrepreneurship initiative, the Old Mutual Sustainable, Economic and Empowerment Drive (OM SEED). ...
Old Mutual Namibia, through the Old Mutual Investment Group (OMIGNAM), last week expanded its investment horizon with the unveiling of the World Wide Equity Fund. This fund represents more than diversification, it symbolises Old Mutual Namibia’s ambition to give Namibian investors a credible and convenient pathway to global markets, while remaining rooted in the strength...
Otjisazu Guest Farm, located near Okahandja, holds deep historical and cultural significance. Otjisazu Guest Farm is one of Namibia’s oldest farms. It was once the site of key events in the country’s colonial and liberation-era history. The area was a vital centre for early OvaHerero-German interactions and still bears the legacy of these complex historical dynamics. When the old OvaHerero...
The MTC Windhoek Fashion Week (MTCWFW), Namibia’s leading fashion and lifestyle platform, has announced its 10th-anniversary edition, that will take place from 5 to 8 November 2025 under the theme ‘A Decade of Namibian Fashion and Made in Namibia.’ This year’s main venue is Maerua Mall, with pre-event activations hosted at the City of Windhoek,...