insert_link Business / Economics First-Ever Nedbank Business Conference Set for Windhoek On August 21, Nedbank Namibia will host its inaugural Future of Business Conference at Droombos, Windhoek, aimed at supporting SMEs and startups. Topics will include leadership, HR, communication, and IT, with speakers such as Nedbank Group CEO Jason Quinn and Aurik Co-Founder Pavlo Phitidis, according to NedBank Chief Commercial Officer JG van Graan. For the Full interview, listen to the Business Report tonight on Nova 103.5 today19 August, 2025
insert_link Health / Medical Interview: Empowering Youth Through Mental Health and Entrepreneurship in Otavi National Mental Health Care, led by founder Cathy Kambanda, has successfully completed a year-long program aimed at combating depression and suicide among young people by empowering them to become entrepreneurs. The initiative, which ran from July 2024 to June 2025 in Otavi, was funded by B2Gold, Ohorongo Cement, and Kambanda’s personal contribution. Fifteen youth participants were selected, including young entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses, those with business ideas but […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia Hosts First-Ever Commonwealth Trade Meetings Outside UK Namibia is making history by hosting the 2025 Commonwealth Business Summit and Trade Ministers Meeting — the first time these events take place outside London. This unprecedented move brings key global trade leaders to Windhoek. On the margins of the event, NIPDB CEO Nangula Uaandja shared her insights in an exclusive interview with Future Media News. The Conference ends on Friday. today19 June, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics NIDA Reports N$3 Billion in Assets in First-Ever Annual Report The Industrial Development Agency released its first annual report since its establishment in 2018, revealing asset management worth N$3 billion. NIDA Board Chairperson Sebulon Kankondi shared the figures, while Finance Minister Iipumbu Shiimi urged the agency to adopt a high-performance culture. NIDA CEO Richwell Lukonga : today25 February, 2025
insert_link Opinion Pieces AI offers hope for quantitative investing Wednesday, 20 November 2024 - The future of quantitative investing is going to be shaped by Artificial Intelligence. Quantitative investment strategies can identify better opportunities and leverage into those using mathematical models with the use of sophisticated algorithms. Quantitative investing applies a mathematical model and algorithms to determine investment opportunities. About half of quantitative investors have implemented AI in their processes for investing. However, just 10% of those are actually […] today21 November, 2024
Local NSX Unveils New Brand Identity and Celebrates Scholars Competition Winners Windhoek, Namibia — It is with great excitement and pride that the Namibia Securities Exchange (NSX) announces its official rebranding and the conclusion of this year’s Scholars Competition, NSIC 2024. The event, held on 15 November 2024, marks a pivotal transformation for the NSX, as it not only unveiled a fresh new look but also celebrated the exceptional achievements of Namibia’s brightest young minds. NSX Rebrand: A Bold Step Toward […] today20 November, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Employers Federation Talks New National Minimum Wage The Labour, Industrial Relations, and Employment Creation minister, Utoni Nujoma, announced that the national minimum wage will rise to N$18 per hour, effective January 1, 2025. Terrence Makari from the Employers Federation of Namibia provides insights on this important development. today6 November, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Namibia creates one-stop investor center The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board and Namibia Revenue Agency signed a Memorandum of Understanding that allows NamRA to set up an office at the NIPDB, creating a one-stop service center for investors. The NIPDB's senior Manager for Marketing, Communications, and Branding, Catherine Shipushu. today12 September, 2024
insert_link Local Letshego Namibia Welcomes João Bismarck as Customer Experience Manager In a financial industry where customer needs evolve and a seamless customer journey is paramount, Letshego Holdings Namibia is pleased to welcome João Bismarck as its new Customer Experience Manager. Bismarck is a dynamic individual who stays abreast of recent news and industry trends. He enjoys challenges that require creative thinking and constant stimulation. In his spare time, Bismarck likes to spend time with his closest friends […] today12 July, 2024
