By Claire Hobbs One of the key roles of a commercial bank is to manage liquidity and ensure access to funding to support financial stability and economic growth. Aligning funding costs with credit pricing, banks must respond to emerging trends, notably the global shift toward sustainable finance. As sustainability becomesContinue Reading
In May, Nedbank Namibia announced the allocation of over N$800,000 in bursaries for the year 2025, marking the largest investment in the bursary scheme since its inception in 2019. This significant contribution underscores the bank’s commitment to supporting education and empowering future leaders. The bursary program is designed to provideContinue Reading
By Bronwyn Moody If you buy food from food carts over your lunch break, you will notice that many servers use calculators to calculate change. As a result, queues build up, and transactions are delayed, affecting the profitability and productivity of the food carts. Suppose the servers have a highContinue Reading
By Kehad Snydewel I recently had the pleasure of participating in the awards ceremony at the Namibian University of Science and Technology (NUST) at their Faculty of Computing and Informatics. The dedication, resilience, and aspirations of the outstanding students within the Faculty of Computing and Informatics were celebrated. We oftenContinue Reading
Since its launch in 2022, Sanlam EXTRA the client rewards programme, has grown into more than just a rewards programme. It has become a symbol of dignity, reliability, and real-world impact for thousands of Namibians. Built into Sanlam’s Prestige Funeral Cover, Sanlam EXTRA Rewards is designed to reward loyalty andContinue Reading
On May 19, the U.S. Embassy in Namibia hosted the Youth Sandbox on Sports and Economic Benefits at the American Center in Windhoek. The event brought together Namibian youth, policymakers, educators, and sports professionals for an engaging evening of dialogue focused on how sports can be leveraged to drive economicContinue Reading
In a landmark step towards enhancing national water security and resilience, the Government of the Republic of Namibia, the Namibia Water Corporation (NamWater), and the German Development Bank (KfW) have signed a N$1.5 billion (EUR 75 million) concessional loan agreement to fund the second phase of the Namibia Water SectorContinue Reading
…Here are the winners The Development Bank of Namibia (DBN) successfully hosted the 2025 Good Business and Innovation Awards on Monday, 19 May 2025, at the Windhoek Country Club and Resort. Held under the theme “Celebrating Innovation and Impact,” the event honoured enterprises that have demonstrated excellence in innovation, sustainability,Continue Reading
In a significant step toward enhancing customer satisfaction and operational excellence, 47 independent installers contracted as Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) Spectra Services installers have successfully completed a one-week comprehensive training program focused on connectivity installations, customer service, and professional efficiency. The training initiative is aimed at equipping field technicians withContinue Reading
Nedbank Namibia has announced its sponsorship of N$560 000 towards the Agra Agricultural Academy, a significant step towards enhancing skills development and training in various agricultural disciplines. The academy, managed by Agra ProVision, a subsidiary of Agra Limited, offers students the opportunity to pursue national certificates and diplomas in fields suchContinue Reading
