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 12
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 11
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 21
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 81
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 5
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 18
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 9
insert_link Namibia Otjiwarongo Municipality Faces Leadership Vacuum as Top Executives Resign The Otjiwarongo Municipality is set to operate without key strategic executives, including a chief executive officer, effective Friday, following the resignation or early retirement of all its top five executives. This information was disclosed by Godhardt Hoko, chairperson of the management committee. The departures of these executives occurred between March 2023 and April 2024, leaving critical positions such as CEO, strategic executive for finance, human resources, technical, and community and […] todayApril 23, 2024 30
insert_link Local Celebrating legal excellence: Trustco insurance empowers namibian law students In the spirit of championing legal brilliance, Trustco Insurance proudly upholds its tradition of over 22 years by continuing to bolster the dreams of aspiring legal minds in Namibia. Through its flagship Legal Shield product, Trustco Insurance reaffirms its commitment to nurturing future legal luminaries. For the academic year of 2024, Trustco Insurance is proud to announce its bursaries for two deserving law students from the University of Namibia. […] todayMarch 14, 2024 19
