Financial Empowerment

INTERVIEW: Justice Activist Rinaani Calls for Increased Accountability from Local and Regional Councilors Accountability Concerns

Justice activist has expressed serious concerns about the lack of accountability among local and regional councilors, despite their crucial role in addressing the needs of the communities they serve. Rinaani Musutua emphasized that councilors, who hold significant power to bring about meaningful change, are often the least held accountable by both the public and the government. Lack of Education and Awareness Rinaani pointed out that a major contributing factor to this issue […]

March 17, 2025 11

Business / Economics

05 March Morning Biz News: Payroll Deduction Agreement, Budget Talks, Economic Diversification, and Bitcoin Trends

Swakop Uranium and NAMITVEST Forge New Payroll Deduction AgreementA new payroll deduction agreement between Swakop Uranium and NAMITVEST was signed on Thursday in Swakopmund. The agreement enables Swakop Uranium employees to directly invest in NAMITVEST through payroll deductions, fostering financial empowerment. According to One Africa TV NewsOnOne, the partnership is a significant move towards helping employees build their wealth through a structured savings and investment approach. South African Cabinet Finalizes […]

March 5, 2025 13

Local

Letshego Holdings Namibia Welcomes Herwin Tsowaseb as Head of Credit

Letshego Holdings Namibia is delighted to announce the appointment of Herwin Tsowaseb as Head of Credit, effective 15 November 2024. Herwin brings a wealth of expertise in credit evaluation and financial management, with over a decade of experience in senior roles at some of Namibia’s leading financial institutions. Herwin’s academic credentials further underscore his capability. He holds a Master of Philosophy in Development Finance from the University of Stellenbosch […]

November 21, 2024 12

Local

AU MSME gathering explores finance accessibility

Namibia is currently hosting the third Annual African Union Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (AU MSME) Forum, running from Monday, 9 September 2024, to Friday, 13 September 2024, in Windhoek. This marks the first time the Forum is being held in Namibia and Southern Africa, with the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) spearheading the event, alongside private sector sponsors. Entrepreneurs from all 54 African countries, along […]

September 12, 2024 27

Namibia

Old Mutual report shows gender pay gap in Namibia

The Old Mutual Financial Services Monitor 2023 has revealed that we still have a long way to go to foster financial inclusivity. Globally women tend to earn less than their male counterparts and the position is no different in Namibia. Whilst age and income are positively correlated the rate of growth is significantly lower for women. Mignon du Preez, Group Marketing, Public Affairs and Sustainability Executive, Old Mutual Namibia explains […]

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