insert_link Namibia Namibia’s Rating Upgraded: Importance for the Country and Its People By Josef Kefas Sheehama Periodically, the Namibian government establishes policies to address the unstable state of the economy. Encouraging economic growth requires policymakers to put in place measures that support investment, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Therefore, the government can assist in fostering an environment that is conducive to business and promotes employment and economic growth. As an Independent Economic and Business Researcher, I therefore wholeheartedly commend the […] todayJune 6, 2024 19
insert_link Business / Economics Understanding the dynamics of brand value By Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Marketing and Corporate Communication, Jacquiline Pack. In contemporary consumer culture, brands are omnipresent. We cannot escape their profound influence and call to interact with them. We have complex mosaic theories explaining the power of brands for the companies that own them, the consumers who purchase and consume them, and the mark they leave on society. Ultimately, brand value is a […] todayJune 5, 2024 28
insert_link Business / Economics Safeguarding your world with personal All-Risk cover By Johannes Hesekiel, General Manager for Personal Lines, Old Mutual Short-Term Insurance, Old Mutual Namibia In today's fast-paced world, we carry our lives with us wherever we go. From the latest gadgets to cherished heirlooms, our personal belongings are more than just objects—they're a reflection of who we are. Yet, in the midst of our busy lives, we often overlook a crucial aspect of safeguarding these valuables: […] todayJune 5, 2024 38
insert_link Business / Economics Safeguarding your wealth: Estate planning essentials By Katja Meier, Wealth Manager, Old Mutual Wealth, Old Mutual Namibia In a world where the only constant is change, safeguarding your wealth becomes not just a financial necessity but a moral obligation towards your loved ones. Estate planning, which is often overlooked or postponed indefinitely, is a pivotal step for securing your financial legacy, protecting your loved ones, and ensuring that your hard-earned assets […] todayMay 30, 2024 23
insert_link 2 Opinion Pieces Economic and Business Advice for the next President Opinion Piece by Josef Kefas Sheehama There are a number of important business and economic issues that the incoming President should take care of as we anticipate the upcoming presidential and national assembly elections. As an independent researcher in economic and business matters, I advise the incoming president to prioritize trade and industrial policies and foster positive relationships with international trade in order to attract investors […] todayMay 28, 2024 22 2
insert_link Lifestyle We found over 300 million young people had experienced online sexual abuse and exploitation over the course of our meta-study Shutterstock/Namning By Deborah Fry, The University of Edinburgh It takes a lot to shock Kelvin Lay. My friend and colleague was responsible for setting up Africa’s first dedicated child exploitation and human trafficking units, and for many years he was a senior investigating officer for the Child Exploitation Online Protection Centre at the UK’s National Crime Agency, specialising in extra territorial prosecutions on child exploitation across […] todayMay 27, 2024 20
insert_link Lifestyle I want to keep my child safe from abuse − but research tells me I’m doing it wrong Protecting your child may require some open − and difficult − conversations. shapecharge/E+ via Getty Images By Melissa Bright, University of New Hampshire Child sexual abuse is uncomfortable to think about, much less talk about. The idea of an adult engaging in sexual behaviors with a child feels sickening. It’s easiest to believe that it rarely happens, and when it does, that it’s only to children whose […] todayMay 27, 2024 16
insert_link Entertainment Was Beethoven truly the greatest? A portrait of the German composer Ludwig van Beethoven in 1818. 12/Universal Images Group via Getty Images By Philip Ewell, Hunter College On May 7, 1824, Ludwig van Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony premiered in Vienna, Austria. On its 200th anniversary, much was made about this seminal achievement of a composer routinely touted as the greatest master who ever lived. In an essay for The New York Times, conductor […] todayMay 22, 2024 69
insert_link Opinion Pieces Seek solutions by having honest and meaningful conversations with your bank By Josef Kefas Sheeham Indeed, life is a journey with ups and downs, difficulties, and happy moments. We will talk about getting a bank loan as well as what to do if you find yourself in debt and your ability to make payments becomes problematic. An Overview of the Loan Application Process It is now crucial to understand the intricacies of the loan application process […] todayMay 21, 2024 19