A delegation of the World Bank Group’s (WBG) board of executive directors (EDs) recently noted Namibia’s and South Africa’s progress in achieving development goals, and reaffirmed World Bank Group’s commitment to providing support. The 11 EDs and Alternate EDs were hosted by the World Bank and International Finance Corporation (IFC) country offices during their recent visit from...
The Bank Windhoek Red Run, previously known as the Bank Windhoek Relay, is shaping up to be a memorable, active and thrilling experience. The event is a collaboration between the /Ae //Gams Sports Club and Bank Windhoek, and is scheduled to take place on 10 August in Windhoek, starting at Zoo Park. Anticipating a day...
Lupita Nyong’o, the global ambassador for the world’s leading diamond company De Beers, was in Namibia last week to witness the impact that natural diamonds have on the country and its people. A De Beers ambassador since 2022, Nyong’o has sought to learn more about the untold stories of natural diamonds. Together with joint venture...
Women in Media handed over school shoes to Tsumkwe Secondary School onFriday. They also provided sanitary items and maize meal to some community members in Tsumkwe. Founders Limba Mupetami and Jemima Beukes expressed gratitude to the sponsors, emphasising that collaboration is key to successful projects. Mupetami highlighted their successful outreach in January, where they distributed...
Swarovski Namibia hosted its first annual event with customers as well as the public at its recently-opened shop at Grove Mall Namibia. This occasion was attended by a small crowd, including the international jewellery company’s brand ambassador Cassia Sharpley, regional manager Jonathan Minter and owner Wagner Luis. Minter expressed excitement at usinginfluential Namibians who align...
Despite a dominant 38-5 victory over Burkina Faso in their opening match of the 2024 Rugby Africa Cup, Namibia’s head coach Allister Coetzee was not entirely satisfied with his team’s performance. Namibia is currently competing in Uganda, where they began their campaign with victory at Mandela National Stadium in Nombole. The national men’s rugby team...
The NIRO Career Guidance and University Readiness Conference 2024 is currently taking place in Windhoek. Pupils, teachers, parents, exhibitors and industry representatives have gathered under the theme “Embracing Future Skills.” Discussions focused on career guidance, motivations and future skills. NIRO is a locally-registered company established in 2008, and offers full-time tutoring, student development and university...
The industrialisation and trade ministry has extended its warmest congratulations to minister Lucia lipumbu on being awarded the Africa Trade and Investment Minister of the Year 2024 at the 14th African Business Leadership Awards (ABLA) in London, England on Wednesday. “This prestigious award is testament to her unwavering commitment to fostering trade, enhancing investment opportunities,...
The Namibia Tennis Association (NTA) has hailed the recent Confederation of African Tennis (CAT)and International Tennis Federation U/14 tournament, held from 5 to 14 July, as a resounding success. The tournament was held in Windhoek at Central Tennis Court, and saw enthusiastic participation from up-and-coming tennis players from Namibia, Egypt, Libya, Nigeria, Zimbabwe and Botswana. ...
This year, the Goodwood Festival of Speed featured Alfa Romeo, with the debut of the Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale at a public international event other than in Italy. In addition, only a few days after its dynamic debut to the international press, the Alfa Romeo Junior was on show in a section exclusively dedicated to...