insert_link Local Letshego Namibia Welcomes Mbo Mena Luvindao as Chief Commercial Officer Letshego Namibia is pleased to announce the appointment of Mbo Mena Luvindao as its Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), effective 1 November 2024. Luvindao brings a wealth of expertise and a dynamic vision to the role. As CCO, Luvindao’s mandate is to drive Letshego’s commercial strategy, enhancing growth, profitability, and deeper customer engagement across Namibia. With an impressive 18 years in the financial services sector, Luvindao’s career is marked […] todayNovember 4, 2024 13
insert_link South Africa Tourism Business Council of South Africa has welcomed the new White Paper on Tourism Development The Tourism Business Council of South Africa has welcomed the new White Paper on Tourism Development, replacing the 1996 version. The white paper has been approved for public comment by cabinet. CEO Tshifhiwa Tshivhengwa told Newzroom Afrika that the update promotes transformation, and addresses key issues, including improved market intelligence, technology, and skills development to enhance tourism: todayOctober 16, 2024 13
insert_link Business / Economics Letshego Namibia Reports Strong First-Half Financial Performance with 16% Profit Increase Letshego Holdings Namibia, encompassing Letshego Bank and Letshego Micro Financial Services, has announced impressive financial results for the first half of 2024. The company achieved a 16% increase in profit after tax, reaching N$199 million, and a 14% rise in total revenue, largely due to a 21% growth in interest income. Notable achievements include a successful social listing on the Namibian Stock Exchange and a significant rise in customer deposits. […] todayAugust 29, 2024 21
insert_link Namibia Economy Foundation’s Chief Executive, Uajokorisa Karuaihe , Talks Heros As Hero's Day drew to a close, many countrymen reflected on who their heros are whether in their personal lives or political figures. One Economy Foundation's Chief Executive, Uajokorisa Karuaihe, took some time out and added her voice: todayAugust 27, 2024 15
insert_link South Africa TLU SA says the time has come for a non-racial approach in agriculture TLU SA says the time has come for a non-racial approach in agriculture, where every individual has equal access to land. The agricultural organisation's CEO, Bennie van Zyl, says those who want to farm must be willing to step forward voluntarily, understanding that agriculture is not merely a short-term commitment or an income supplement, but a lifelong calling: todayJune 21, 2024 24
insert_link Uncategorized The agricultural union TLU in SA says it stands ready to collaborate with government The agricultural union TLU in SA says it stands ready to collaborate with government for effective measures to combat farm violence. CEO Bennie van Zyl says on Thursday, farmer Tollie Nel was shot and killed in his home in KwaZulu-Natal, before the attackers fled. Van Zyl says farmers are the backbone of the country's agricultural sector, and their safety is of the utmost importance: todayJune 17, 2024 92
insert_link South Africa Eskom Justifies Power Station Shutdown Delays to S.A’s Climate Commission Eskom has reassured the South African Presidential Climate Commission that delaying the shutdown of several power stations is necessary. CEO, Dan Marokane told the commission that postponing the decommissioning of Camden, Hendrina, and Grootvlei coal-fired stations until 2030 will cost the utility between 85 and 90 billion rand. Despite the substantial costs, Marokane insists the delays are essential to maintain energy supply. todayJune 10, 2024 6
insert_link World Open AI launch new safety team despite calls for external review Progressive tech company Open AI has formed its own safety team led by CEO Sam Altman. It comes as debate heats up over whether AI companies should be left to regulate themselves, or if governments need to get involved. As Caroline Malone reports. todayMay 29, 2024 23
insert_link Namibia Communications Regulatory Authority Pursues Tax Reductions for Cheaper Telecom Services Emilia Nghikembua, CEO of the Communications Regulatory Authority , announces a taxation study aimed at engaging the government to reduce taxes in the telecom sector. The goal is to make data and phone calls more affordable. Cran is also conducting a pricing study for voice clips, SMSes, and data to determine mobile service prices, with regulations to follow once completed. Stakeholder engagements have begun, with some licensees already reducing prices. […] todayApril 26, 2024 10