Kavango West governor Sirkka Ausiku led a delegation from the Kavango West Regional Council and selected horticultural farmers on a one-day visit to Olushandja in the Omusati region. This is where knowledge was shared on how to enhance agricultural productivity and resilience. The visit, which was sponsored by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the...
Short-term insurer Hollard Namibia last week launched its new car and home insurance offering at a function in Windhoek. Titled ‘No. 1 recognises No. 1’, the function profiled Hollard’s new product line and featured a discussion with Tatjana Smith, one of the world’s top female swimmers. Following a minute of silence in respect of the...
Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) has launched Windhoek beer in the Kenyan market. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in NBL’s ongoing efforts to expand its footprint, export its premium products, and develop its business across new markets. Windhoek beer, the iconic brand of NBL portfolio, renowned for its exceptional quality and rich heritage, is...
Windwise Turbines Namibia, the first wind turbine manufacturer in the country, has taken a step towards advancing local skills and expertise in renewable energy. Last week, the company sent its first cohort of five Namibian engineers for a six-month training at the SARETEC wind turbine training centre in Cape Town, South Africa. According to a...
The Brave Gladiators of Namibia received a valuable donation of reusable sanitary pads from Global United FC, an international non-profit organisation that leverages football to drive initiatives in climate action, environmental protection, social issues, and sports development. This contribution ensures that players have access to essential sanitary products, allowing them to focus on their performance...
Mitsubishi Motors is expanding its compact SUV offering with the introduction of the all-new Outlander Sport, which has been designed with a strong focus on the way compact SUVs are used. The all-new model, currently available at Namibian showrooms, is ready to uplift the owner’s everyday life with its stylish yet robust, authentic SUV styling,...
Namibian elite male cyclist and 2024 Olympian, Alex Miller, and elite women cyclist, Anri Greef took top honours in the Nedbank National Individual Time Trials (ITT) and Road Race (RR) events which took place on 7 and 9 February at the Matchless Mine in Windhoek. In a statement yesterday, Nedbank Namibia indicated that Miller dominated...
The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (Namfisa) recently unveiled its newly- redesigned, modern and user-friendly website. This development represents a crucial advancement in Namfisa’s dedication to improving operational efficiency, fostering transparency and enhancing engagement with stakeholders in Namibia’s financial sector. Speaking at the launch event, company CEO Kenneth Matomola emphasised the transformative nature of the...
The 2025 Nedbank National Individual Time Trials (ITT) and road race will take place today and Sunday, respectively, along the Matchless Mine Road in Windhoek. Cyclists will take on the route to be crowned the 2025 national champions, and receive the Namibian national road cycling kit. They will wear the kit when representing the country...
Hyundai’s much-anticipated all-new compact crossover sport utility vehicle, the Exter, is now available at local showrooms in three derivatives. With a full digital display, a full spare wheel and impressive fuel economy amongst a host of features, the Exter’s attractive retail price is sure to interest local drivers as a stylish and attractive option. According...