Capricorn Group and Bank Windhoek Shine in PSG Wealth Namibia Banking Review

Capricorn Group and Bank Windhoek were awarded in the 2024 PSG Wealth Namibia Banking Review, based on key metrics like profitability and credit risk management. This recognition places Capricorn Group alongside other top institutions such as FirstRand Namibia, Standard Bank Namibia, and Nedbank Namibia. Capricorn Group CEO, David Nuyoma.

November 15, 2024 22

Opinion Pieces

Estate Planning: Expenses to Be Considered for a Deceased Estate

By Bank Windhoek’s Trust and Estates Manager, Letitia Du Plessis. A deceased estate refers to the property and money left behind by a person after they pass on. A critical part of estate planning is ensuring that there is sufficient cash in your estate to meet various obligations. Unfortunately, what seems like a straightforward process is actually a complex and time-consuming task that requires planning while you are still […]

November 12, 2024 4

Local

Bank Windhoek Partners with Afreximbank on Trade Finance

Bank Windhoek’s Chief Treasurer, Claire Hobbs, announced the bank’s excitement in partnering with Afreximbank for the Trade Finance Seminar and Workshop. “We look forward to learning, exchanging views, and ideas with subject matter experts, and exploring areas for collaboration as trade finance is a strategic focus for the Bank,” Hobbs stated. Bank Windhoek’s Head for Investment Banking, Gideon Vos, will be a panellist, discussing the theme: “Sustaining Financing […]

November 6, 2024 8

Local

Bank Windhoek’s Agri Series Focuses on Drought Impact on Namibia

Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer for Marketing and Corporate Communication Services, Jacquiline Pack, emphasized that the agriculture sector has always been a cornerstone of Namibia’s economy and society, contributing around 6% to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and creating significant employment opportunities. She made this statement on Tuesday, 5 November 2024, while announcing that the fifth Agricultural Series will take place on Wednesday, 13 November 2024, in Windhoek, live on […]

November 6, 2024 9

Local

Bank Windhoek’s Selekt Sales Awards Celebrate Excellence in Vehicle Financing

Fostering a sense of community and collaboration within the vehicle financing industry, Bank Windhoek hosted a night of celebration and recognition for the hard work and achievements of salespersons and car dealerships in central Namibia. Bank Windhoek’s annual Vehicle and Asset Finance (VAF) Selekt Sales Awards took place on Thursday, 31 October 2024, in Windhoek. In its previous financial year, Bank Windhoek financed over 2000 personal and commercial vehicles […]

November 4, 2024 4

Local

The Bank Windhoek Socratic Forum Extends Public Invitation

The Bank Windhoek Socratic (Philosophy) Forum was established in April 2013 and has since not only addressed a wide variety of topics but also hosted numerous national and international speakers. Bank Windhoek supports the Forum to stimulate critical thinking in Namibia and has, since its foundation, aimed at achieving this goal by making its supporters aware of the importance of bracketing their own opinions in interactions with others. With […]

November 4, 2024 5

Local

Fostering Growth and Prosperity for Farmers in Challenging Times

Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer for Retail Banking Services and Specialist Finance, James Chapman, stated that the livestock and meat industry experienced a notable uptick in marketing activities during the first quarter of 2024, particularly in the cattle sector, which recorded a remarkable growth rate of 47.9 percent. However, he highlighted that this growth faces challenges due to limited rainfall and high input costs affecting the sustainability of the agricultural […]

October 24, 2024 8

Local

Agra Weaner Championship Series Concludes Its 13th Edition

21 October 2024 The Agra Weaner Championship Series has successfully concluded its 13th edition, marking yet another year of excellence in Namibian cattle production. From Karasburg to Grootfontein, 15 auctions took place between 18 July and 22 August 2024, providing a platform for producers to showcase their exceptional cattle. Additionally, we hosted two auctions in the communal areas of Otjinene and Okakarara, continuing our commitment to supporting and engaging emerging […]

October 23, 2024 8

Business / Economics

24 September 2024 Morning Biz News: Bank Windhoek’s Sustainability Bond Success and Global Financial Updates

Bank Windhoek’s Sustainability Bond Fully Allocated Bank Windhoek has fully allocated the N$407 million raised from its inaugural Sustainability Bond, issued in 2021. According to reports by The Brief, the bond was released in two tranches, with the first tranche raising N$227 million in June 2021, followed by a second tranche in December of the same year, raising N$180 million. This bond forms part of Bank Windhoek's efforts to […]

September 24, 2024 14