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. […]

November 16, 2023 80

Local

The Bank Windhoek Chess Championship launches

On Tuesday, 14 November 2023, Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Marketing and Corporate Communication Services, Jacquiline Pack, announced a half-a-million sponsorship for the Namibian Chess Federation (NFC) to run its chess developmental operations country-wide from 2023 to 2024. The sponsorship aims to provide resources for chess programmes, tournaments and educational initiatives across Namibia. Pack said that by investing in chess, the Bank supports the sport and invests in Namibia’s […]

November 14, 2023 17

Entertainment

Bank Windhoek supports the NBS to host The Nutcracke

Between Wednesday, 25 October and Saturday, 28 October 2023, the National Ballet School (NBS) performed Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker at the National Theatre of Namibia in Windhoek. Sponsored by Bank Windhoek, the performance sold out for five consecutive nights. Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Marketing and Corporate Communication Services, Jacquiline Pack, said Bank Windhoek regards the Arts as a fundamental expression of the human spirit. “This experience knows no bounds and […]

November 2, 2023 7

Business / Economics

The impact of collective contributions for Sustainable Development

By Bank Windhoek’s Sustainable Finance and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Analyst, Joachim Komeheke The concept of sustainable development has evolved over the past decades. These changes are rooted in the global community’s numerous environmental and social awareness achievements. Namibia is an excellent example of how far we have come in driving sustainable development, particularly in ensuring the protection and conservation of our natural environment, an aspect enshrined in the […]

October 30, 2023 9

Opinion Pieces

Boost your credit score understanding

By Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Credit, Eddie King. By Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Credit, Eddie King. Imagine John, a 35-year-old professional. In his 20s, he juggled multiple credit cards, often reaching their limits and only managing minimum payments. By 30, he faced mounting interest, a declining credit score, and challenges securing a car loan. However, after seeking financial counselling, consolidating his debts and adopting disciplined repayment habits, John's […]

October 25, 2023 5

Local

The AfCFTA presents unique collaboration opportunities – Chapman

Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Retail Banking Services and Specialist Finance, James Chapman, said that the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) presents a unique opportunity for African nations to trade and collaborate in unprecedented ways. “Bank Windhoek is firmly dedicated to supporting this initiative by creating platforms such as the Agri series to empower agricultural participants through knowledge sharing,” he said. Chapman was speaking at the annual Bank Windhoek […]

October 23, 2023 8