insert_link Business / Economics Standard Bank Warns of Rilide Malware Threat Standard Bank Namibia has alerted customers to a rise in Rilide malware attacks targeting online banking, which can steal login credentials and intercept one-time passwords. Colanè Esterhuizen-Andreas, the bank’s forensic services manager, urged clients to stay vigilant, avoid suspicious links and unverified browser extensions, and report any unusual activity immediately. today17 December, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Standard Bank Namibia, NIFA support MSME trade opportunities Standard Bank Namibia, in partnership with the Namibia Investment and Finance Academy (NIFA), hosted a “Market Access and Trade Opportunity” event in Windhoek to support micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The initiative guided trade finance, import–export opportunities, and cross-border business growth. CEO of NIFA, Arinze Okafor, said the event’s goal was to equip small businesses with the knowledge and networks needed to scale operations and contribute to economic development. […] today17 November, 2025
insert_link Namibia Interview: Blue Growth Series Attracts Over 340 Entrepreneurs, Spotlight on Informal Sector Standard Bank’s latest entrepreneurship initiative — the Blue Growth Series — has received over 340 applications within two weeks, with close to half coming from the local informal economy. This was revealed by Arinze Okafor, the founder of the Namibia Investment and Finance Academy (NIFA), during an interview on Fresh FM earlier today. “The response has been overwhelming,” Okafor said, noting that approximately 170 applicants are informal traders such as […] today28 July, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Ongwediva Trade Fair raises N$1.6 Million at gala fundraiser The 2025 Ongwediva Annual Trade Fair (OATF) kicked off its preparations with a resounding success at last Saturday's fundraising gala held at the Trade Fair Centre. According to Future Media’s Maria Namupala, the event raised over N$1.6 million, exceeding last year’s N$1.3 million haul. Headline sponsor Mobile Telecommunications Ltd (MTC) pledged N$350,000, reaffirming its support as a growth driver for entrepreneurship and SME market access. Standard Bank Namibia, Namibian […] today8 July, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Capricorn Group and Bank Windhoek Shine in PSG Wealth Namibia Banking Review Capricorn Group and Bank Windhoek were awarded in the 2024 PSG Wealth Namibia Banking Review, based on key metrics like profitability and credit risk management. This recognition places Capricorn Group alongside other top institutions such as FirstRand Namibia, Standard Bank Namibia, and Nedbank Namibia. Capricorn Group CEO, David Nuyoma. today15 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia Standard Bank Namibia Responds to Hacked Accounts and Unauthorised Transactions Standard Bank Namibia has confirmed that a number of its clients’ accounts were hacked, resulting in unauthorized debit card transactions from a specific vendor. The bank issued a statement acknowledging the breach and stated that it had detected the fraudulent activity on a limited number of accounts. The allegations began circulating on social media on Sunday evening. In response, the bank has engaged with affected customers and taken immediate corrective […] today12 November, 2024
insert_link Namibia Namibia Mourns Loss of Renowned Banker Tomas Koneka Iindji Namibians are grieving the passing of Tomas Koneka Iindji, a prominent banker who played a significant role in the banking sector for decades. Iindji, aged 44, served with distinction at First National Bank of Namibia before becoming the Head of Business and Commercial Banking at Standard Bank earlier this year. His contributions were celebrated by both Standard Bank and the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry, where he served as […] today25 April, 2024
insert_link Business / Economics Standard Bank’s Thomas Koneka Iindji dies aged 44 Renowned banker and former Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry Northern Branch Chairperson, Thomas Koneka Iindji, has died aged 44. This, according to the Namibia Press Agency, was confirmed by a family member, saying that Iindji died on Tuesday in Windhoek. At the time of his death, he held the position of Head of Business and Commercial Banking at Standard Bank, a position he assumed in February this year. He […] today23 April, 2024
