Navigating the future of leadership: Harnessing Gen Z’s potential in Namibia

Navigating the future of leadership: Harnessing Gen Z’s potential in Namibia

By Stephanus Vries, Human Capital Manager, Old Mutual Namibia One of the unique qualities that Generation Z has is having grown during the digital era. This in itself provides a unique mix of abilities, principles, and viewpoints that have enormous potential to influence the future of leadership within Namibia. In this thought leadership article, we will examine how to manage Generation Z efficiently and match their skills to the advancement […]

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Namibia

EU remains committed to protecting women and girls: Martins

The European Union (EU) will remain at the forefront of the international effort to defend the rights of every woman and for every girl to live free and safe. This was stated by the head of the EU delegation to Namibia, Beatriz Martins, here on Wednesday. Martins said the EU has a policy that promotes the rights of women and children, as well as economic, social, and cultural rights. She […]

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Opinion Pieces

Can I borrow from my pension?

By Amos Kambonde, Manager Marketing Services at the Government Institutions Pension Fund The question of whether to borrow from one’s pension or not is one of the questions many members of pension funds ask regularly. Section 19(5) of the Pension Fund Act, 1956 (Act No. 24 of 1956) makes provision for members of pension funds to borrow either directly or against their pension fund savings for the purpose of purchasing […]

November 30, 2023 21

Namibia

EU and UNFPA unite to combat GBV in Namibia

The European Union (EU) delegation in Namibia on Wednesday signed a contribution agreement with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA). The EU contributed N.dollars 28 million towards a national campaign aimed at fostering gender equality and combating gender-based violence (GBV) in Namibia. EU Ambassador to Namibia, Beatriz Martins, signed the agreement with UNFPA assistant representative Loide Amkongo. Martins noted that the agreement themed ‘Gender Equality/Combating Gender-Based Violence’ is a collaborative […]

November 30, 2023 8

Africa

Low emissions and economic survival – countries in the global south aren’t getting a fair deal

By Olabisi D. Akinkugbe, Dalhousie University In 2015, more than 140 countries signed up to the goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. For countries in the global south this is a huge task. On the one hand they have committed to low emissions. On the other their economic survival depends on using resources that produce high emissions. International economic law scholar Olabisi D. Akinkugbe unpacks the issue of climate […]

November 30, 2023 9

Africa

Climate action for Africa in 2023: three big developments

By Nicholas P. Simpson, Overseas Development Institute 2023 is highly likely to be the hottest year ever recorded. And climate change is to blame for one-quarter of the global population being exposed to dangerous levels of extreme heat. We need signs that countries are taking steps to address this. Specifically, we need climate action that helps us adapt and that cuts greenhouse gas emissions, if we want to minimise the […]

November 30, 2023 4

Local

Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) Appoints Nicky Katapa Mutenda as Chief Financial Officer

The Bank announces the appointment of Nicky Katapa Mutenda as the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with effect from December 18, 2023, for a period of 5 years. Nicky’ appointment follows a meticulous selection process conducted by a panel of six distinguished individuals drawn from the DBN Board and by external experts. Commenting on Nicky’ appointment, John Steytler, DBN CEO, expressed unwavering confidence in Nicky as a capable candidate with […]

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Health / Medical

No increase in member benefit for 2024

TO ALL: MEDIA PARTNERS, HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS AND MEMBERS OF MEDICAL AID FUNDS The Namibian Association of Medical Aid Funds (NAMAF) sets benchmark tariffs on an annual basis, which tariffs are used by all medical funds to set their member benefits from year to year. NAMAF continues to set these tariffs, despite being provided with a legal opinion from Senior Counsel that the setting of these tariffs by NAMAF does not […]

November 29, 2023 203

Opinion Pieces

Investing in Your Future – A Holiday Gift to Yourself

The holiday season, with its festive spirit and gift-giving traditions, prompts us to reflect on what truly matters in life. Amidst the joy and merriment, it's worth considering a gift to yourself that transcends the immediate pleasures of the season – the gift of financial security through long-term investments. As we approach the end of the year, there's no better time to contemplate the future and take steps to secure […]

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