insert_link Local Cabinet Decisions Issued At The 18th (2024) Decision Making Meeting. 1. DATE ON THE NATIONAL DROUGHT PLATFORM HELD FROM 25 TO 26 SEPTEMBER 2024, WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA (Submitted by the Prime Minister) 1.1 Cabinet supported the recommended actions emanating from the National Drought Platform on issues of governance, beneficiaries, transport and logistics, funding, warehousing, urban hunger, water provision, and malnutrition for implementation; 1.2 Cabinet further supported the additional budget allocation of N$16,800,000.00 from the National Emergency Disaster Fund for the […] todayOctober 18, 2024 8
insert_link Local Bank of Namibia hosts thought leadership event on leveraging innovation for green Finance 1. The Bank of Namibia (BoN) took first steps toward integrating sustainability into the country’s financial system by hosting a thought leadership event themed “Leveraging Innovation for Green Finance.” The event, held in Windhoek, brought together senior figures from Namibia’s financial sector, government and industry to discuss how innovative strategies can accelerate sustainable finance and help achieve Namibia’s ambitious net-zero targets. 2. During the event, the Sustainability Framework was unveiled, […] todayOctober 18, 2024 26
insert_link Local Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business achieves BGA bronze membership The Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business members. Windhoek, Namibia – The Harold Pupkewitz Graduate School of Business (HP-GSB), part of the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), has proudly announced its Bronze Membership with the prestigious Business Graduates Association (BGA), making HP-GSB the first and only business school in Namibia to receive this international recognition. The announcement was made during a press conference held today at […] todayOctober 17, 2024 9
insert_link Local Old Mutual Foundation empowers communities Media Release: Old Mutual Foundation Empowers Communities Through Staff Community Builder Initiative Kamutjonga Primary School in the Mukwe Circuit Kavango East Region 2 October 2024, Windhoek – In line with Old Mutual’s vision to empower communities, the Old Mutual Foundation’s Staff Community Builder initiative continues to demonstrate impactful community support. Over the past three years (2022-2024), this flagship initiative has enabled 30 Old Mutual staff members to actively […] todayOctober 2, 2024 12
insert_link Local GIPF investments: Why we do what we do By Conville Britz, General Manager, Investments - Government Institutions Pension Fund The Government Institutions Pension Fund (GIPF) stands as the single largest investor in Namibia's economy, significantly contributing to socio-economic development across the country’s 14 regions. By injecting capital into sectors beyond the traditionally dominant mining industry, GIPF plays a crucial role in enhancing Namibia's economic landscape. Central to GIPF's investment philosophy is a commitment to creating tangible […] todaySeptember 23, 2024 18
insert_link Local Africa Specialty Risks Receives BBB+ Credit Rating with a Positive Outlook from Fitch Africa Specialty Risks (ASR), the pan-African and Middle East focused (re)insurance group, is pleased to announce that Fitch Ratings has assigned a BBB+ long term insurance financial (IFS) rating with a positive outlook to ASR Re Limited (ASR Re). Fitch’s rating reflects ASR Re’s very strong capitalisation and low leverage. The positive outlook reflects ASR Re’s improving franchise and business profile as it continues to grow business volumes […] todaySeptember 23, 2024 9
insert_link Local The Bank Windhoek Sustainability Bond completes N$407 million allocation On Thursday, 19 September 2024, Bank Windhoek’s Chief Treasurer, Claire Hobbs, announced the release of the Bank’s third annual Sustainability Bond Impact Report, highlighting the ongoing commitment to responsible business practices and environmental stewardship for the 2023-2024 Financial Year. The Bank Windhoek Sustainability Bond was issued based on the Sustainable Bond Framework, with the first tranche issued in June 2021, raising N$227 million, and the second in December […] todaySeptember 23, 2024 8
insert_link Africa The Moroccan Association of Exporters (ASMEX) and the Ministry of Industry and Commerce of Morocco are co-hosting the first edition of the ZLECAF Business Forum – Morocco 2024 The Ministry of Industry and Commerce and the Moroccan Exporters' Confederation (ASMEX) are co-organizing a Business Forum aimed at raising awareness and providing information on the opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The event, titled "Intra-African Trade: Perspectives and Opportunities," will take place on November 5, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Casablanca. This inaugural edition of the AfCFTA-Morocco Business Forum aims […] todaySeptember 23, 2024 8
insert_link Local Bank Windhoek launches mass market solution, Selekt Red Recognising hard-working individuals of all ages and diverse cultures who want to lead better lives and aspire to success, Bank Windhoek will launch the Selekt Red offering on Friday, 20 September 2024. The launch of Selekt Red is the Bank’s value proposition within Namibia’s retail mass segment, emphasising that the Bank is mindful of Namibians and their financial challenges and needs. Backed up by the Bank’s research with […] todaySeptember 19, 2024 9