insert_link Business / Economics Bank of Namibia pushes financial innovation at Cirrus Investor Conference Bank of Namibia Governor Johannes !Gawaxab WINDHOEK – The Bank of Namibia has reaffirmed its commitment to financial innovation and stability at the 2025 Cirrus Investor Conference, held this week in Windhoek. Governor Johannes !Gawaxab delivered the keynote address, highlighting the bank’s strategy to build a future-ready, inclusive financial system. During his speech, !Gawaxab noted that Namibia’s economy grew by 3.7% in 2024. This was a slight dip from 4.4% […] today10 April, 2025 46
insert_link Namibia NSX Unveils New Brand Identity, Celebrates Scholars Investment Challenge Winners The Namibia Securities Exchange has unveiled a bold new brand identity, marking a significant transformation in its mission to expand and diversify Namibia’s capital markets. At an event on November 15, 2024, NSX also celebrated the winners of the NSIC 2024, a competition that encouraged young Namibians to showcase their investment skills. The rebranding and competition highlight the NSX's commitment to fostering economic growth and nurturing the country’s future […] today20 November, 2024 31
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 24
Africa Navigating the transition: African banks take over after international lenders exit By Conrad Onyango, via bird story agency Local financial companies are capitalising on the opportunities left by international banks exiting Africa yet continue to struggle with the gap between perceived and actual risks in the market. In early 2022, UK-headquartered Standard Chartered Bank announced it was exiting five African countries and partially exiting two others - breaking its ‘here for good’ brand promise after more than a century on the […] today20 November, 2023 18