insert_link Opinion Pieces Being financially prepared and resilient when facing a health challenge By Mauriza Fredericks, Group Brand Manager, Old Mutual Namibia A health crisis can strike unexpectedly, putting a significant strain on not just our physical well-being but also our finances. Whether it's a sudden illness, a medical emergency, or a global pandemic like the one we experienced in recent years, building financial immunity against an unforeseen health challenge, will go a long way. Building Blocks of Financial Immunity Financial immunity can […] todayOctober 30, 2023 6
insert_link Press Releases FNB Partners with Harambe Entrepreneur Alliance to Transform Namibia’s Entrepreneurial Landscape FNB Commercial Banking is pleased to announce a 1-year partnership agreement with the Harambe Entrepreneur Alliance, an alliance of African innovators known as Harambeans. This strategic partnership aims to unlock the entrepreneurial potential of Namibia and transform its entrepreneurial landscape. As part of this collaboration, FNB's SME clients will gain access to the Harambeans Lab, a comprehensive online learning platform that provides insights from Africa's leading innovators on starting and […] todayOctober 26, 2023 7
insert_link Opinion Pieces Boost your credit score understanding By Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Credit, Eddie King. By Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Credit, Eddie King. Imagine John, a 35-year-old professional. In his 20s, he juggled multiple credit cards, often reaching their limits and only managing minimum payments. By 30, he faced mounting interest, a declining credit score, and challenges securing a car loan. However, after seeking financial counselling, consolidating his debts and adopting disciplined repayment habits, John's […] todayOctober 25, 2023 3
insert_link Opinion Pieces Namibia to End Raw Materials Export: Driver Economic Growth and Job Creation By Josef Sheehama His Excellency Dr. Hage G. Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia, has declared that the era of exporting raw materials from Namibia is over. This statement was made by the President during his address at the EU-Namibia Business Forum in Brussels, Belgium. The Article 100 of Namibia's Constitution stated that” Land, water, and natural resources below and above the surface of the land and in the […] todayOctober 25, 2023 5
insert_link Opinion Pieces Green Investing: Aligning Your Portfolio with Sustainability Goals By Christoff Bauernschmitt, Head of Alternative Investments, Old Mutual Investment Group, Old Mutual Namibia By Christoff Bauernschmitt, Head of Alternative Investments, Old Mutual Investment Group, Old Mutual Namibia In a world increasingly focused on sustainability and environmental responsibility, the concept of "green investing" has gained significant traction. It signifies a shift away from traditional investing techniques and towards a broader commitment to environmental and social well-being. Green investing is more […] todayOctober 24, 2023 4
insert_link Environment Silent Extinction: Giraffe Reveal Stunning Genetic Diversity and Urgent Need for Conservation Giraffe numbers in Africa have dropped significantly in the last 35 years and latest estimates by the Giraffe Conservation Foundation (GCF) have their numbers at only 117,000 animals in the wild. This means that there is only one giraffe for every four elephant remaining in Africa. This rather perturbing situation is exacerbated by the recent understanding that there are four distinct species of giraffe and not only one as previously […] todayOctober 23, 2023 5
insert_link Local Supporting communities in the Zambezi Region with grants and equipment for human-wildlife conflict mitigation and management The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT) together with its partners and other stakeholders will host a joint handover ceremony of project funding, grants, and equipment, financed by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) through KfW Development Bank, to the value of: 20 million Namibian Dollars for the “Poverty-Oriented Support to Community Conservation in Namibia” (POSCCIN) Project as implemented by the Community Conservation Fund of […] todayOctober 23, 2023 7
insert_link Local The AfCFTA presents unique collaboration opportunities – Chapman Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer of Retail Banking Services and Specialist Finance, James Chapman, said that the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) presents a unique opportunity for African nations to trade and collaborate in unprecedented ways. “Bank Windhoek is firmly dedicated to supporting this initiative by creating platforms such as the Agri series to empower agricultural participants through knowledge sharing,” he said. Chapman was speaking at the annual Bank Windhoek […] todayOctober 23, 2023 6
insert_link Namibia MODEL United Nations High School Conference set to tackle global health challenges in 2023 session The UN System in Namibia in partnership with the British High Commission in Namibia will be hosting the 11th annual Model United Nations Namibia (MUNNAM) High School Conference on 1 – 2 November 2023 at the UN House in Klein Windhoek. This year, delegates will discuss “The rising burden of chronic diseases and pandemics poses a challenge for public health systems and requires innovative approaches to improve population health, A […] todayOctober 20, 2023 6
