Over two thousand participants of all ages showed up on Saturday for the second edition of the Bank Windhoek Red Run. The event was hosted at the Ramblers Sports Club in Windhoek. With N$60 000 prize money up for grabs, the runners ran across three different distances: five, 10 and 21 kilometres (km). They ranged...
Nedbank Group’s results for the six months to 30 June 2025, amid a challenging operating environment, reflect 6% growth in headline earnings (HE) to R8.4 billion and return on equity (ROE) that improved slightly to 15.2% (H1 2024: 15.0%). The increase in HE was driven by non-interest revenue (NIR) and associate income growth. This is...
Beatrice Bienvenu has been appointed to lead Chevron’s exploration activities in Namibia and West Africa as country manager. She recently visited Windhoek in her new capacity and met with the leadership from the Upstream Petroleum Unit in the Office of the Presidency, the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor), the Petroleum Training and Education Fund...
The O&L Group marked a significant milestone on 8 August 2025 at Midgard Otjihavera Windhoek with the inaugural O&L Persona Champion of 2029 awards ceremony, celebrating employees who exemplify the company’s core Persona characteristics of being ‘authentic, caring and passionate’ while driving meaningful impact across the organisation. The ceremony represented the evolution of O&L’s employee...
MTC last week stated it has received positive feedback from the market regarding its newly launched Taamba Maris Loan product. MTC‘s Chief Human Capital, Marketing, Communications & Sustainability Officer, Tim Ekandjo, in a media statement, explained that the era of short-term loans masquerading as financial inclusion solutions, which often trap Namibians in deeper debt, is...
The inaugural Beauty Business Exhibition was recently held at the O’Zodiac Star Pension in Outapi, with over 200 attendees and 22 exhibitors gathered to witness a convergence of entrepreneurship, empowerment and celebration. People travelled from all over the country, including Walvis Bay, Ruacana, Windhoek, Oshakati and Okahao to exhibit and attend the event. Building anticipation...
EPALELA – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform has announced the planned transformation of the Epalela Aqua-Fish Farm into a fully integrated farming hub. It aims at enhancing sustainable food production and agricultural efficiency in the Omusati region. This development was confirmed by the ministry’s executive director Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata, during a recent...
The Nedbank for Good Series completed its ninth round at the Outjo Golf Club on Saturday. Local newcomer Henco Wilson and Oranjemund-based Yolanda Pienaar emerged as the first-ever champions of the series in Outjo in the men’s and women’s divisions, respectively. The day’s competition saw golfers navigating the challenging Outjo Golf Club course. It was...
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Natangwe Ithete, announced on Tuesday that the govermnent is actively consulting with industry stakeholders on mechanisms that will promote 51% Namibian ownership in new mining ventures. “We believe that local empowerment is not only a matter of social justice, but also a cornerstone for long-term...
The Bankers Association of Namibia (BAN) has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive education and skills development by donating N$100 000 to the University of Namibia (UNAM). The donation was made at the second annual chancellor’s charity gala dinner on Friday at the Windhoek Country Club Resort. The event was hosted by the University of Namibia Foundation under...