Thought Leadership: Plan your bonus to last the long run

By Samuel Linyondi, Bank Windhoek’s Strategic Communication Manager In October, the Bank of Namibia (BoN) left the repo unchanged at 7.75%, the highest in the past 14 years. If a repo rate increases, borrowing becomes more expensive, and product and service prices increase for consumers. The repo rate is one of the monetary tools to either control inflation or stimulate demand. Conversely, inflation is the rate of price increase over […]

November 23, 2023 17

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Bank Windhoek appoints Sabatha as its Head of Brand Marketing

On Wednesday, 22 November 2023, Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Marketing and Corporate Communication Services, Jacquiline Pack, announced the appointment of Otilie Sabatha as Bank Windhoek’s Head of Brand Marketing, effective 1 October 2023. “Sabatha is a quality-oriented brand and strategy professional with vast experience in brand marketing,” said Pack. As Bank Windhoek’s Head of Brand Marketing, Sabatha will oversee, maintain and manage the Bank's brand reputation by leading a […]

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The Agra Weaner Championship Series recognizes communal farmers

Wilson Tjirare, Godfried Zemburuka and Frenfriedt Karipata were recently announced as the top three champions of the Agra 2023 Weaner Championship Series National Winners – Communal Towns. The trio participated in the final Weaner Championship Series event for the Communal towns in Gobabis, hosted by Agra Auctions. The communal towns included Okakarara, Okondjatu, Aminius, and Talismanus. Tjirare won the Feedlot Potential category, Zemburuka won the Veld Potential, while Karipata was […]

November 20, 2023 17

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Pedaling with purpose: Cycling in the Nedbank Desert Dash for Embo lye Haro Pre-Primary School

Nedbank Namibia leverages the annual Nedbank Desert Dash, an iconic 397 km cycling adventure through the challenging yet beautiful Namib Desert, as a means for ‘doing good’. Scheduled for 8-9 December this year, the event continues its yearly mission to actively support causes aimed at creating positive change in Namibia. Kavango East Rundu, is a cycling team brought together by a passion for cycling and a desire to support those […]

November 20, 2023 19

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Empowering the San: legal capacity building for Human Rights Access’ project launched

The Legal Assistance Centre (LAC) is pleased to announce the launch of a new EU-funded project ’Empowering the San: Legal Capacity building for Human Rights Access' on 15 November 2023. The project is funded by the European Union with EUR 330,000 (approximately 6.5 million Namibian Dollars), and implemented by the Legal Assistance Centre, in collaboration with other relevant stakeholders. The project will run for a period of three years. The […]

November 16, 2023 13

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Linyondi appointed as Bank Windhoek’s strategic communication manager

On Wednesday, 15 November 2023, Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Marketing and Corporate Communication Services, Jacquiline Pack, announced Samuel Linyondi as the Bank’s Strategic Communication Manager, effective 1 October 2023. Pack said that Linyondi is a qualified and industry-experienced strategic communication professional. She added that he offers an extensive background in all aspects of strategic communication, strategy, brand and image repositioning, stakeholder engagement, internal and external communication, and media relations. […]

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Namibia Wildlife Resorts encourages Namibians to take advantage of new black Friday vouchers

Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) is delighted to announce its highly anticipated Black Friday Specials, tailored for all travelers but priced mostly for Namibians eager to explore the beauty of our country's diverse landscapes and wildlife. As part of NWR's commitment to making these experiences accessible, the Black Friday Specials will be available from November 24 to November 30, 2023. The limited Black Friday Special vouchers, priced at an N$1000.00 for […]

November 16, 2023 4

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Wernhil’s Fashion & Lifestyle Extravaganza 2023 leaves a lasting impact as local charities receive heartfelt gesture

Wernhil Shopping Centre, a property of Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group subsidiary, Broll Namibia, is pleased to announce the successful completion of its Fashion & Lifestyle Extravaganza 2023 Corporate Social Responsibility initiative. This heartfelt campaign aimed to make a positive impact on the lives of the less fortunate by collecting and donating clothing, toys, and other essential items, with community involvement as the key focus for Wernhil. From 2 September […]

November 15, 2023 9

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Successful conclusion of the 11th annual model United Nations Namibia (MUNNAM) high school conference

The 11th annual Model United Nations Namibia (MUNNAM) High School Conference, hosted by the UN System in Namibia in collaboration with the British High Commission in Namibia, concluded with resounding success on November 2, 2023, at the UN House in Klein Windhoek. This year's conference, held from November 1st to 2nd, saw high school delegates from across Namibia engage in thought-provoking discussions centered on the theme "The rising burden of […]

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