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...
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...
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 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...
In a step toward financial empowerment and inclusive growth, Erongo RED recently launched a Payroll Deduction Agreement with NAMITVEST, which owns 25% of NAM-MIC, with an aim to provide direct and indirect benefits to Mineworkers Union of Namibia (MUN) members. This initiative enables Erongo RED employees, particularly members and former MUN members, along with their...
Nedbank Namibia recently hosted its second annual Staff Market Day at the Nedbank Campus in Windhoek, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing employee entrepreneurship, creativity and multidimensional talent. The initiative, which forms part of Nedbank’s broader human capital strategy, provides a platform for employees to showcase their personal business ventures, commonly referred to as ‘side hustles’,...
The Namport Community Wellness Initiative kicked off for the first time this weekend in Walvis Bay at the Dunes Mall, drawing a good turnout from residents, including many senior citizens. The morning featured a variety of interactive wellness activities, fitness sessions, health screenings and community engagement. Jacob Ntintin Orange, executive officer and people and culture...
Nedbank Namibia in collaboration with Future Media, recently hosted marketers, communicators, and brand practitioners at the Nedbank Campus Sky Garden in Windhoek on 18 September to live stream the Nedbank Integrated Marketing Conference (IMC) 2025, which took place in Johannesburg, South Africa. The IMC, widely regarded as Africa’s biggest marketing conference, attracted over 3 000...
NamPower successfully commissioned and energised its new indoor 132/66/33 kV Sekelduin Substation, located east of Swakopmund, on 24 September 2025. The Sekelduin Substation is distinguished as the first fully digital substation on the African continent, with a total project investment of N$394 million. This newly commissioned infrastructure added to the NamPower transmission network unlocks coastal...
Benchmark Retirement Fund marks a significant milestone this year – 25 years of service. More than a celebration of financial growth, this anniversary reflects a journey built on relationships, values and a long-term vision that has guided the fund since its inception. Founded in 2000 by RFS Fund Administrators, Benchmark has grown into one of...