The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on mental health has been felt across the globe. Many of us have faced and/or are facing challenges that have stirred strong emotions and caused much stress and anxiety. In fact, research has shown that ‘population mental health has deteriorated significantly since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic’, and…
Dr Victoria Hasheela-Mufeti recently participated in the 3rd United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA) roundtable, focused on trade finance and regional integration. The roundtable drew together Financial Technology (FinTech) and economics experts from across the continent. These experts evaluated the development made towards a monetary union, while also reviewing the possibility of a central payment system…
MultiChoice Showcase which held the Showcase at Ster Kinekor (Grove Mall), gave key entertainment, technology and business stakeholders a front-row seat to the product and content offering in store for DStv and GOtv customers in the coming months. MultiChoice Africa believes in the power of entertaining and telling stories conveniently, not only to touch people’s…
In 2019, the School of Nursing at the University of Namibia introduced a new uniform attire to nature students’ professional outlook and to easily identify nursing students in public clinics and hospitals. Since then, students have been buying their attire from various suppliers. One of such suppliers is PanMed Investment cc, owned by Dr Martha Shiyanga,…
Old Mutual signed a partnership agreement to the value of N$270 000 with the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture (MoEAC) in Namibia for the training and development of 407 high school Mathematics Teachers to be qualified for the Certificate in Advanced Mathematics for Teachers (CAMT). This forms part of Old Mutual’s commitment to invest…
The 2021 Nedbank Kapana Cook-Off Competition, which was launched on 7 May 2021, will host its Central round on Saturday, 18 September at the Soweto Market in Katurura. The competition, which aims to promote entrepreneurship, launched in May this year, with the Coastal round taking place in the same month, however, the competition had to…
NWR offers a 50% discount to all Frontline officers in Namibia and SADC on renewing or acquiring a Namleisure card. Each Frontline officer who renews or acquires a Namleisure card stands a chance to win a two-night stay for two people at any NWR Resort. Since March 2020, Covid-19 has altered the way of life…
Nedbank Namibia recently introduced a nationwide meal campaign partnering with local charities, restaurants, and catering services to help unburden healthcare workers in the COVID-19 brawl. For restaurants and their workers, the abrupt closures, inconsistent reopenings, and changes in public health guidance for operations have placed severe pressure on the foodservice industry. Kick-starting the initiative, the Bank’s pledge secured…
The Capricorn Foundation donated N$246 000 to Christ’s Hope International Namibia, whose dedication and commitment assist orphaned and vulnerable children impacted by AIDS and poverty. Christ’s Hope provides sustainable support at 10 Care points located in 4 towns across Namibia to free the children from the cycle of AIDS and poverty. With 400 children currently…
MultiChoice Africa is excited to welcome the next generation of passionate young film creatives to the MTF Academy hubs in Nairobi, Lagos & Lusaka as part of the Class of 2022. After a 6-week selection process across 13 African countries, 60 aspiring filmmakers representing Southern Africa, West Africa, and East Africa will begin their 12-month…