insert_link Local NAMFISA to host third edition of the Fintech Square in Windhoek The Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority (NAMFISA) is proud to host the third edition of the FinTech Square event scheduled for 30 and 31 May 2024 under the theme FinTech Unleashed: Showcasing Innovation at the Square. FinTech Square, known as the NAMFISA Innovation Station, is a platform designed to explore the world of Financial Technology (FinTech) within the Namibian Non-Banking Financial Institutions (NBFI) sector. It connects NAMFISA with innovators, consumers, industry […] todayMay 29, 2024 23
insert_link 2 Business / Economics Wild Africa Fund and OneAfrica partner to Increase Awareness About Wildlife Conservation in Namibia Wild Africa Fund, an organisation dedicated to popularising wildlife conservation across Africa, is excited to announce its strategic partnership with OneAfrica in Namibia. This collaboration, officially launching on May 30th 2024, has already commenced with the broadcast of ‘Music for Wildlife’ concerts from Saturday 25 May 2024. This multifaceted partnership spans both television and radio, leveraging the extensive reach and influence of OneAfrica to amplify Wild Africa […] todayMay 29, 2024 16 2
insert_link Local Under 21 soccer tourney exceeds players expectations After 176 competing players, 1,126 playing minutes, 90,963 reach, and 24,371 engagements on social media, the Bank Windhoek Ramblers Under 21 Soccer Tournament third edition crowned Sport Klub Windhoek (SKW) as this year’s champions. SKW emerged as champions after a hard-fought battle against Kasaona Football Academy (FA). The game started with Kasaona FA taking an early lead, stunning SKW supporters with George Gaweseb's goal that sent […] todayMay 28, 2024 5
insert_link Local Small businesses big impact: Boosting SMEs to drive economic growth In the face of a recovering economy, soaring inflation, and high interest rates, small business owners in Namibia are navigating challenging times. Now more than ever, supporting Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) is imperative, given their significant contribution to the Namibian economy. It is estimated that there are over 40 000 SMEs in Namibia, supporting the livelihoods of more than 200 000 people and contributing approximately […] todayMay 28, 2024 9
insert_link Local Agra and Agra Staff Initiative Fund (ASIF) Heartfelt Contribution to the Droogte Hulp Namibia Fund In the heart of our beloved country, we all feel the weight of the drought that grips our land. Every conversation seems to circle back to the desperate need for rain. Each day, we hear the stories of our treasured clients—our farmers—caught in the grip of this relentless natural disaster. They face an unyielding reality: animals perishing, school fees unpaid, and the constant struggle to […] todayMay 28, 2024 11
insert_link Local Bank Windhoek grows northern property financing In 2023, Bank Windhoek sold 142 properties through estate agents in northern Namibia valued at N$188 million. Bank Windhoek Executive Officer of Retail Banking Services and Specialist Finance, James Chapman, announced this substantial increase compared to properties sold at N$88 million in 2021. Chapman was speaking at the Bank Windhoek Annual Northern Estate Agent Awards held on Thursday, 23 May 2024, in Oshakati. The awards recognise residential […] todayMay 27, 2024 16
insert_link Business / Economics Old Mutual Foundation Launches 2024 Chair & Desk Initiative for Education in Namibia The Old Mutual Foundation is excited to announce the launch of the 2024 edition of the Chair and Desk Initiative, building on the resounding success of its inaugural year in 2023. This initiative reaffirms Old Mutual's steadfast dedication to enhancing the countries educational infrastructure and cultivating a supportive learning environment for students across Namibia. In 2023, the Chair and Desk Initiative made significant strides by aiding schools in […] todayMay 27, 2024 19
insert_link Local Old Mutual Foundation launches OM SEED 2024 with N$800 000 in support of grassroots entrepreneurs in Ohangwena, Zambezi, Oshikoto, and Kavango West Regions The Old Mutual Foundation has launched its third edition of the highly anticipated Old Mutual Sustainable, Economic, and Empowerment Drive (OM SEED) today with a total investment of N$800 000 in support of grassroots entrepreneurs in Ohangwena, Zambezi, Oshikoto, and Kavango West Regions Following the remarkable impact achieved in the Erongo, Kavango East and Hardap regions in 2022 and 2023, the Foundation is extending the initiative to […] todayMay 23, 2024 10
insert_link Local Bank Windhoek rewards northern vehicle industry top achievers On Wednesday, 22 May 2024, Bank Windhoek recognised the hard work and achievements of salespersons and car dealerships in northern Namibia at its fourth Annual Northern Selekt Sales Awards hosted in Oshakati. The awards continue to celebrate the automotive industry’s commitment to the northern region for the previous financial year, financing vehicles through Bank Windhoek. Delivering the keynote address, Bank Windhoek’s Head of Stakeholder Engagement, Corporate Social Responsibility […] todayMay 23, 2024 9
