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Executives divided on 4-day work week trial

todayFebruary 20, 2024 70

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Namibia is set to launch a pilot program for a 4-day work week, starting in April 2024, for a six-month trial period. Globally, talks around the four-day workweek were first reignited by the COVID-19 pandemic, with workers and employers rethinking the importance of workplace flexibility and benefits. Executive Chairperson of the Ohlthaver & List Group, Sven Thieme does not agree with a 4-day work week.

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However, Government Institutions Pension Fund’s CEO, Martin Inkumbi says it depends on the type of business.

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and David Nujoma, Group CEO of the Capricorn Group Limited also does not agree with the idea of a 4-day work week.

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Written by: Tonata Kadhila

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