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Lifestyle

More than half of workers report financial stress, Old Mutual Namibia monitor shows

  A new survey from Old Mutual Namibia has revealed that 52% of the country’s working population feels under financial stress, with nearly one-third reporting adverse effects on their mental and physical health. Based on responses from over 650 employed adults, the financial strain stems from rising living costs, stagnant wages, and mounting responsibilities, including caring for both children and adult dependents. Many workers rely on informal side hustles or […]

today29 July, 2025

Local

Old Mutual Namibia welcomes Ramona Itembu as Group Human Capital Executive

Friday, 22 November 2024 - Old Mutual Namibia is pleased to announce the appointment of Ramona Itembu as Group Human Capital Executive, effective 22 November 2024. Ramona brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in human capital management that will be instrumental in furthering Old Mutual Namibia’s mission to be an employer of choice. Prior to joining Old Mutual, Ramona held key leadership roles at the National Petroleum […]

today22 November, 2024

Local

Nedbank Namibia Wins Prestigious IPM Human Resource Center of Excellence Award

Nedbank Namibia was awarded the Institute of People Management (IPM) HR Center of Excellence Award of the Year, at the 14th Annual IPM Namibia Conference. The conference took place on 19 November in Windhoek where Nedbank Namibia was recognised for its work in the wellness department, particularly through the establishment of its innovative Campus On-Site Wellness Facility, which opened in August 2024. Themed ‘Namibia Decides – Managing Hopes and Fears’, […]

today22 November, 2024

Health / Medical

Promoting Support Systems for Employees with Serious Illnesses

          By Noreen Arangies, Communication Content Specialist, Capricorn Group     The dark journey of adversity On 29 November 2021, I received devastating news from one of Namibia's top specialist physicians. He said, "Mrs Arangies, I am sorry to tell you that your bone marrow biopsy results reveal Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), and unfortunately, Namibia lacks the necessary facilities and a haematologist to provide treatment." This […]

today16 July, 2024