insert_link Business / Economics Pupkewitz Group marks 100 years of business Group Strategy Director at the Pupkewitz Group of Companies, Andrea Barry The Pupkewitz Group is marking a historic milestone this week as it celebrates its 100th anniversary, cementing its place as one of Namibia’s most respected and enduring business institutions. Founded in 1925 by Max and Anna Pupkewitz, what began as a modest trading business in Windhoek has evolved into a diversified enterprise with interests across automotive, construction, technology, and […] today14 July, 2025
insert_link Namibia LearnOnOne Supports Schools with Stationery Donation LearnOnOne, in collaboration with Pick n Pay, Fresh FM, and 99 FM, donated stationery to Groot Aub and senior secondary schools. This initiative aligns with LearnOnOne’s commitment to ensuring that every Namibian child has access to quality education. On the ground for us is One Africa TV NewsOnOne's Ketemba Tjipepa: today5 February, 2025
insert_link Namibia Hit 4 Hope Golf Day to return in March 2025 Future Media and Sanlam have announced the return of the Hit 4 Hope Charity Golf Day, scheduled for Friday, 28 March 2025. Building on the success of previous events that raised N$467,449 since 2022, the initiative supports educational programmes. Recognising the ongoing challenges in accessing quality education, the annual event provides a platform for local businesses to make a meaningful impact. Proceeds will support two organisations: the Side-by-Side Early […] today21 January, 2025
insert_link Namibia Activist Arrested Amid Tensions Over Alleged Illegal Lithium Mining by Chinese Company Namibian activist Jimmy Areseb was arrested during a protest accusing local leaders of taking bribes from Chinese mining company Xinfeng to allow illegal lithium mining, reports Vitalio Angula from Voice of America. The protest turned violent, with elderly protesters being forcibly removed by police, sparking comparisons to apartheid-era tactics. While police defended Areseb's arrest, investigations into Xinfeng’s alleged bribery continue. Xinfeng denies the claims, stating their contributions to the […] today8 January, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Langer Heinrich Uranium Donates Ambulance to Omaruru District Hospital In a generous gesture to enhance healthcare access, Langer Heinrich Uranium has donated a fully equipped ambulance to the Omaruru District Hospital. Valued at N$800,000, the new ambulance will provide vital medical transport to remote communities in the Omaruru constituency, ensuring better access to urgent care. Managing Director Johan Roux expressed pride in the contribution, emphasizing its importance in supporting health services for the people of Omaruru and surrounding areas. today6 December, 2024
insert_link Local LANGER HEINRICH URANIUM DONATES NEW, FULLY FITTED AMBULANCE TO OMARURU DISTRICT HOSPITAL Omaruru residents now have better access to urgent medical care thanks to the donation of a new ambulance to the Omaruru District Hospital by Langer Heinrich Uranium. The fully fitted ambulance will serve the Omaruru constituency and is valued at approximately N$800,000.00. The donation was made at a special event on Wednesday, 4 December, at the Omaruru District Hospital, where Langer Heinrich Uranium’s Managing Director, Johan Roux, said the […] today6 December, 2024
insert_link Local NBL PIONEERS INDUSTRY BEST PRACTICES FOR WATER AGENDA Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) presented at the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform’s Khomas Stakeholder Awareness Workshop on Water Resources Management recently held in Windhoek from 29-30 October 2024. As a leading beverage company, NBL is working closely with key industry partners to tackle water conservation in Namibia amidst the ongoing drought. “We are actively engaging with the Ministry of Water Affairs, the City of Windhoek […] today30 October, 2024
insert_link Local Langer Heinrich Uranium (LHU) Supports the 2024 Nuclear Science and Technology Conference Langer Heinrich Uranium made a sponsorship contribution of N$50,000.00 towards the hosting of the 2024 Nuclear Science and Technology Conference. Johan Roux, LHU’s Managing Director, formally handed over the sponsorship to the Atomic Energy Board of Namibia and confirmed Langer Heinrich Uranium’s commitment to corporate social responsibility. The Atomic Energy Board of Namibia was represented by Ms. Petrina Nghidengwa and Ms. Natasja Cupido, who highlighted the significance of the conference […] today25 October, 2024
insert_link Local Old Mutual Foundation empowers communities Media Release: Old Mutual Foundation Empowers Communities Through Staff Community Builder Initiative Kamutjonga Primary School in the Mukwe Circuit Kavango East Region 2 October 2024, Windhoek – In line with Old Mutual’s vision to empower communities, the Old Mutual Foundation’s Staff Community Builder initiative continues to demonstrate impactful community support. Over the past three years (2022-2024), this flagship initiative has enabled 30 Old Mutual staff members to actively […] today2 October, 2024
