insert_link Local Old Mutual wealth manager calls for realistic financial planning for women (Photo by: Old Mutual Namibia) Wednesday, 21 January 2026 - We talk a lot about empowering women with money, yet real progress happens when we move past slogans and into structure. According to Old Mutual Wealth Manager, Veruscka Gertze, the financial system was not designed with women’s life patterns in mind. Career breaks for caregiving, pay gaps that compound over time, longer life expectancy, and higher odds of outliving a partner […] today21 January, 2026
insert_link Business / Economics How to detect and prevent financial strain By Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Credit, Eddie King For many, credit is the go-to financial resource for financial management. Grasping its far-reaching implications and mastering prudent management is crucial for safeguarding long-term financial wellness. Recognising the early signs of financial strain and adopting strategies to prevent sliding into a debt trap is paramount for maintaining financial stability. Before you take up any form of credit, keep […] today9 April, 2024
insert_link Africa Victims of Jammeh’s Barbaric Rule in Gambia Still Hope for Solace and Money Gambia, a tiny country of 2.6 million tightly knit people, located right in the middle of Senegal in West Africa, is still struggling to recover from the brutal 22-year authoritarian reign of Yahya Jammeh. He was the longtime former president who fled the country in 2016 to nearby Equatorial Guinea after he lost re-election and regional states forced him from power. A range of United Nations agencies and bodies […] today28 March, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Financial Planning for Namibia’s Millennials By Ashante Manetti, Group Marketing Manager, Old Mutual Namibia Financial freedom. It's a term that conjures up images of early retirement, dream vacations, and unshakeable security. But for Namibia's millennial generation, this dream can often feel shrouded in uncertainty. With student loan burdens, a competitive job market, and a rising cost of living, achieving financial stability can seem like an uphill battle. Financial planning for millennials isn't […] today28 March, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Financial Resilience: Strategies for Navigating Economic Uncertainty in the New Year By Jo-Ann van Wyk, Client Relationship Consultant, Old Mutual Investment Group, Old Mutual Namibia Stepping into a new year requires more than normal financial planning in the ever-changing landscape of economic challenges. Financial resilience is a systematic strategy to navigating unpredictable market dynamics, geopolitical developments, and unanticipated global events. Building a strong financial foundation begins with the establishment of an emergency fund. Recent worldwide financial crises have highlighted […] today24 January, 2024