Chery has confirmed the upcoming global introduction of an all-new double-cab bakkie, marking the brand’s entry into one of the most competitive international vehicle segments. Known internally as the KP31, the new model is scheduled to arrive in late 2026 or early 2027 and will debut with a segment-first diesel plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain. The advanced...
Mahindra has reached a significant milestone, officially delivering the 10 000th Mahindra XUV 3XO to a customer in Southern Africa in February 2026. This achievement represents the fastest-ever 10 000-unit sales milestone recorded by any vehicle in the local Mahindra stable, requiring just over 500 days from its initial launch to reach this impressive figure....
Nictus Holdings plans to expand its operations into Botswana by registering a new firm, Corporate Guarantee & Insurance Company of Botswana. This move highlights its goal to grow its financial services beyond Namibia. The company’s expansion is part of its strategy to strengthen regional presence and create new growth opportunities while providing additional financial services...
As private healthcare costs continue to rise at a rate that outpaces inflation and salary growth, Hollard Namibia has launched Hollard Gap Cover – an increasingly essential financial safeguard. Medical aid often covers the basics, but it does not always cover the full cost of healthcare services. When this happens, members may face shortfalls between...
Rössing Uranium has donated N$135 000 to the Swakop Striders Running Club, reaffirming its commitment to the development of athletics and community sport in Namibia. The funds were generated from registration fees for the 2026 Rössing National Marathon. The contribution will assist the club in strengthening its programmes, supporting local athletes and promoting long-distance running...
FNB Namibia has been named the Best Foreign Exchange Bank in Namibia in Global Finance magazine’s prestigious 26th Annual World’s Best Foreign Exchange Banks, part of the Gordon Platt Foreign Exchange Awards 2026. This recognition forms part of Global Finance’s annual awards programme, which celebrates excellence across 87 countries, territories and districts, seven global regions...
Namibians from all walks of life celebrated and reiterated their commitment to empowering women in aviation by tracking the tangle process and providing support during the Women in Aviation Namibia summit held at Droombos in Windhoek on Friday. The event held on the eve of International Women’s Day, 8 March, saw President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah reaffirm...
Namibia, like many nations worldwide, is facing an escalating challenge of electronic waste (e-waste) and plastic pollution. As technology advances rapidly and consumer demand for electronic devices grows, so does the volume of discarded electronics containing hazardous substances that threaten both the environment and public health. Recognising the urgency of this issue, the Communications Regulatory...
ONGWEDIVA – Epeko loshibofa shomuhongifikola ou a denga omunafikola ha fikola koCharles Anderson Combined mOngwediva ola tumwa kombelewa yomupangulindjai Martha Imalwa nelalakano opo a ninge omatokolo. Omukulunhu wopolifi moshitukulwa sha Shana Commissioner Naftal Sakaria okwa koleka onghundandana ei. Sakaria okwa yelifa ta ti oshibofa eshi momake opolifi osha dja mo paife ashike oshi li kombelewa...
Rejoice Itembu has taken up the role of operations executive at Standard Bank Namibia, effective 1 March 2026. Itembu is a seasoned banking executive with more than 15 years of leadership experience spanning retail banking, business and commercial banking, digital transformation, client solutions, insurance, public relations, and strategic operations. Throughout her career at Standard Bank...