Old Mutual’s rise in the 2023 Top 100 Brands rankings, has resulted in the brand securing not only the position of Strongest Insurance Brand in South Africa, but also Strongest Insurance Brand Globally with a Brand Strength Score of 89/100, up 3pts from 2022. Brand Finance is the world’s leading brand valuation consultancy with a…
Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) is pleased to announce that 31 Middle Management employees have successfully completed the Management Development Program (MDP). The program ran over 12 months and was tailored to ensure staff members keep themselves abreast with the latest management and leadership skills needed for the industry. The Management Development Program was designed inhouse…
In collaboration with Bank Windhoek, the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) hosted a first-ever Micro-Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSME) Finance Symposium on Friday, 21 April 2023 in Windhoek. Themed ‘Accessing finance with Bank Windhoek’, the occasion was attended by entrepreneurs who are formally registered and actively operating for at least six months. “Our…
The Capricorn Foundation recently visited the #BeFree Centre of Excellence site in the heart of Katutura, to acquaint itself with the construction progress. The #BeFree Centre is an initiative of the One Economy Foundation supported by the Capricorn Foundation. The #BeFree Centre, which will open its doors in September 2023, will act as a catalyst…
Nedbank Namibia participated at the Namibia Careers Expo, which took at place at the Windhoek Country Club and Resort. The expo is an opportunity for secondary school learners to explore potential career paths and receive insights into the various industries. The Nedbank Namibia team promoted financial literacy among the youth, and helped the learners make…
As a country Namibia is recognised for its diverse climate, gorgeous scenery, and distinctive fauna. However, weather patterns in the country can be unexpected, and seasons have a big impact on the country’s short-term insurance sector. The rainy season, which lasts from November to April, and the dry season, which lasts from May to October,…
Earlier this year, I wrote an article that highlighted how retirement benefits are provided for in Namibia under Pillar 0 of the World Bank Model for Pension Provision. In this article, we will consider Pillar 2. World Bank Description Pillar 0 Non-contributory social protection/poverty alleviation that provides for a minimum level of benefit. Pillar 1…
On 24 – 28 January 2023, Namibian garment company, Dinapama Manufacturing & Suppliers CC pays a business visit to Indonesia. This visit aims to expand business cooperation with other Indonesian textile companies. During the visit, the Embassy of Indonesia connected Dinapama with other Indonesian textile companies, including Hakatex, Argo Manunggal Triasta, Amcozip, Asietex Sinar Indopratama,…
“Petrofund appreciates the assistance provided by the Indonesian Embassy in Windhoek in facilitating Petrofund’s visit to Indonesia,” said Nillian Namataa Mulemi, CEO of Petroleum Training and Education Fund (Petrofund), during a meeting with the Ambassador of Indonesia in Windhoek, Wisnu Edi Pratignyo (23/01). The CEO of Petrofund also expressed his gratitude to Pertamina Group and…
On 12 and 20 January 2023, Head of Economic Affairs, Dr. Sulthon Sjahril, accompanied by the Economic Staffs of the Indonesian Embassy in Windhoek, had a meeting with representatives of the Dinapama Manufacturing & Supplies CC to facilitate Dinapama’s visit plan to Indonesia at the end of January. This meeting is a follow-up of the…