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Bank of Namibia hosts public lecture on financial inclusion in rural areas

The Governor of the Bank of Namibia, Mr. Johannes !Gawaxab, delivered a public lecture at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) in Eenhana, Ohangwena region. The lecture, under the theme "Unlocking Opportunities for Rural and Informal Sector Development through Financial Inclusion," highlighted the critical role of financial inclusion in transforming Namibia's rural economy. In his address, the Governor drew lessons from the Bank's 2023 Annual […]

31 May, 2024

Local

Celebrating 50 Years of the German Language Diploma

On March 16, 1972, the Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs in Germany decided to create a "German Language Diploma," which has been offered since 1974. In 2024, the German Language Diploma of the Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs (DSD) will turn 50 years old. The DSD is a language examination for German as a foreign language, which […]

30 May, 2024

Local

TRUSTCO’s Winna Mariba powered by nbc concludes sensational debut season

Trustco Group Holdings Ltd (Trustco) and the Namibian Broadcasting Cor poration (NBC) celebrate the resounding success of the first season of their highly-anticipated television game show, Winna Mariba. Since its launch on October 18, 2023, this collaboration has captivated Namibian audiences, culminating in a memorable 13th episode celebrity finale that aired on May 29, 2024. Trustco's Winna Mariba, powered by NBC and premiered on NBC2 on March […]

30 May, 2024

Local

Promoting employee entrepreneurship – Nedbank Namibia hosts successful employee market da

On 24 May Nedbank Namibia proudly hosted its inaugural employee market day, which provided a platform for staff to showcase and sell their products and promote their services. The employee market day took place at Freedom Plaza next to the Nedbank campus. Employees from the various departments within the bank transformed the area into a vibrant marketplace and set up 18 stalls that displayed a wide array of […]

30 May, 2024

Business / Economics

EIB Global Invests €25 million in Amethis Fund III to promote sustainable growth of African businesses

The has so far invested nearly €3 billion in equity funds with a geographic focus entailing Africa. In 2023, close to 60% of EIB’s fund investments were in Africa. Amethis has supported the growth of more than 30 African companies employing more than 40,000 people. European Investment Bank (EIB Global) has invested €25 million into Amethis Fund III, a pan-African fund providing private equity growth capital to medium […]

29 May, 2024

Local

Gobabis and Rundu chess open tournaments conclude

In separate chess tournaments held over the weekend on Saturday, 25 May, players participated in the Bank Windhoek 2024 Gobabis and Rundu Open Tournaments. The two events, facilitated by the Namibia Chess Federation (NCF) and supported by Bank Windhoek, took place in Gobabis and Rundu. Seventy-one participants competed in chess battles to prove their skill and excellence. With a mix of experienced players and promising newcomers, […]

29 May, 2024

Local

Prohibition of placement of advertisement and posters on public roads

The (RA) has noted with great concern the placement of advertisements within proclaimed road reserves without the necessary approvals. In some instances, advertisements are placed on road traffic signs, a practice that may lead to traffic accidents. Placement of any advertisements or posters on proclaimed road reserves is prohibited in terms of the Roads Ordinance 17 of 1972, which states that: • No person shall infringe any proclaimed […]

29 May, 2024

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 […]

29 May, 2024

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 […]

29 May, 2024