The second Old Crocks fistball tournament took place over the long weekend in Swakopmund, with international teams dominating proceedings. In the women’s category, HeidGenossen proved their dominance, winning the tournament in that specific division, followed by Swiss team RiWi Alpenpower, who bagged a silver medal. Meanwhile, TK Hannover had to settle for a bronze medal,...
FNB Insurance has killed two birds with one stone by supporting a local business and promoting road safety at the same time. This is because the insurance arm of FNB has launched a partnership with LEFA Transportation Services Namibia. This is aimed at promoting responsible driving and enhancing road safety in Namibia. The agreement is...
Old Mutual Namibia reached a significant milestone on its Rewards Programme, where customers have to date redeemed more than 10.4 million, which is equivalent to N$1 million. The programme continues to grow as a key customer loyalty and engagement programme, with more than 25 000 members now participating in it. Old Mutual Namibia’s existing Rewards...
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy (Hyphen) has launched the Hyphen Hydrogen Energy Skills Census, which it describes as a groundbreaking initiative supporting Namibia’s first large-scale green hydrogen project. This census allows Namibians to submit their skills information and upload relevant documents to be included in a comprehensive job- seekers database. The Hyphen Green Hydrogen project in southern...
The Capricorn Eagles series came to a dramatic close with a nail-biting final game that had fans on the edge of their seats right up to the last ball on Tuesday. In what has been arguably the most entertaining showcase of international women’s cricket on Namibian soil, Uganda beat the Capricorn Eagles by six wickets...
Amid growing trade tensions, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reinforced its position that trade drives prosperity, and that any measures undermining the free flow of goods ultimately hurt businesses, consumers and economies. “Current trade tensions are deeply concerning. Trade drives prosperity. The more the world trades, the better off we all are. So,...
The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) has announced a pension benefit increase of 4%, effective 1 April 2025 for all GIPF pensioners, qualifying annuitants, spousal and child beneficiaries. Pensions in payment or deferment for less than a year as of 31 March 2025 preceding the increase date will receive an increase on a pro-rata basis. ...
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah will officially open the 2025 edition of the Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC). Organisers of the conference this week confirmed Nandi-Ndaitwah will be on hand to open the event that aims to lay the foundation for Namibia as an energy hub. “We are deeply honoured that Her Excellency, the President of the...
Domestic inflation is expected to remain elevated but relatively contained. In its latest consumer price index analysis, FNB stated it expects transport inflation to stay muted, amid subdued demand and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty. However, the analysis compiled by FNB economist Helena Mboti expects housing and utilities’ inflation to remain high due to an expected increase...
The Windhoek Golf Club proudly hosted the first King Price International Pairs qualifier for the year this past weekend, marking the exciting start of the annual competition that continues to attract enthusiastic amateur golfers from across the country. With 46 teams participating, the event saw a strong turnout, consistent with previous editions in the series....