As one of the oldest Bank’s in the country, Standard Bank takes pride in maintaining high standards of corporate governance, while complying with the requirements of the legislation in all the countries in which we operate. To that end, Standard Bank this week announced that it invested an astounding N$150 000 to the upcoming African…
In the quest to transform the organization into a world class toll smelter, Dundee Precious Metals Tsumeb announced Noks Katjiuongua as its new Director: Asset Management, effective 01st March 2018. Katjiuongua will lead the development of Dundee’s asset management strategy, he will be accountable for Maintenance, Projects, Utilities and Contractors. In addition he will be…
Today the Pretoria High Court handed down judgment in the prolonged the court application against former South African President Jacob Zuma and his government for their role in the closure of the regional human rights court, the Southern Development African Community’s SADC Tribunal in 2012. The court found that “South Africa remains bound by the…
Given the current state of the global and regional economies it is increasingly becoming apparent that we need to make our own future with a clear understanding of the opportunities and risks facing the Namibian economy in 2018 and beyond. The key principle for successful growth is for Government and the private sector to partner…
Nedbank Namibia has expanded its reach in the Erongo Region, with the opening of a new branch in the Dunes Mall shopping centre at the coastal town of Walvis Bay. Speaking at the official opening on Thursday evening, Nedbank Executive for Retail & Business Banking, Bertus Matthee said that the new Dunes Mall branch adds…
The Zambezi Watercourse Commission (ZAMCOM), has a new Chair. Tanzania took over the Chairpersonship from Namibia at the just ended meeting of Zambezi River Basin Council of Ministers, in the resort town of Swakopmund, Namibia. Zambia took over as Vice-Chair. The election of ZAMCOM Chair and Vice-Chair is on the basis of rotation (alphabetically) and…
Harare, February 28, 2018 (New Ziana)-Relations between Zimbabwe and South Africa are set to reach greater levels driven by the new governments that have taken over in the respective countries, a diplomat said on Wednesday. Zimbabwe last November witnessed a leadership change that saw President Emmerson Mnangagwa taking over from President Robert Mugabe while in…
The University of Namibia wishes to announce the election of its new Chancellor, His Excellency Mr Nangolo Mbumba. H.E. Mr Nangolo Mbumba replaces H.E. Dr Hifikepunye Pohamba, who’s term of Chancellor came to an end in November 2017. The official handover by the outgoing Chancellor will take place on a date to be announced in…
Potential investors should not hesitate to plough their money into the country out of worrying about political uncertainty arising from the fact that Zimbabwe is close to holding harmonized elections, President Emmerson Mnangagwa said on Wednesday. Zimbabwe is due to hold harmonized elections between July and August this year, in line with the country’s Constitution.…
Digitally integrating Africa’s higher risk trade transaction ecosystem into a global economy returning to growth offers Africa a unique opportunity to drive inclusive and sustainable development. Standard Bank’s achievements in leveraging digitization to support the growth, efficiency and reach of African trade is built upon a unique understanding of the broader landscape of challenge and…