Old Mutual Namibia has announced the appointment of Natasha Winkler as the new Managing Director of Old Mutual Namibia Finance (OMFIN) as of 1 August 2024. Natasha brings with her a wealth of experience in the financial services industry, particularly within the Retail and Business segments. She is a resourcefulContinue Reading
Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group subsidiaries, O&L Leisure and Hartlief, have excelled at the prestigious Best of Namibia awards, receiving high honours in multiple categories. “This recognition is a testament to our commitment to excellence and our dedication to delivering exceptional experiences to our valued guests and customers,” the companyContinue Reading
Recognising the importance of mental health in the workplace, the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN) has made employee well-being a top priority. In response to the increasing mental health challenges faced by many Namibians, CRAN last year launched an innovative initiative: Mental Health Awareness Days, held once every quarter.Continue Reading
Hartlief, a subsidiary of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group, has announced the successful conclusion of wage negotiations with the Namibian Food and Allied Workers Union (NAFAU). The new 1-year substantive agreement, effective from 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2025, represents a significant step towards achieving its Vision 2029Continue Reading
Reconnaissance Energy Africa Ltd. (ReconAfrica) has announced that, further to its announcement on July 16, 2024, it has entered into a definitive farm down agreement with BW Energy Limited dated July 30, 2024, for the sale of a 20% working interest in Petroleum Exploration Licence 73 (“PEL 73”), in northeastContinue Reading
Telecom Namibia, celebrating 32 years of service to the nation, hosted the inauguration of the Telecom Namibia Equiano Cable Station, marking a historic occasion as they simultaneously activated their capacity on the Equiano subsea cable, which was commissioned by Google. The cable links Namibia to Europe via Portugal and toContinue Reading
Letshego Holdings Namibia has announced the appointment of Fatima Fernandes as its Legal Advisor, a strategic move that underscores the company’s commitment to strengthening its legal frameworks and ensuring the stability and growth of its operations. “I have always been drawn to the dynamic environment of banking. Joining Letshego, anContinue Reading
By Connie-Marlene Theyse As Head of Enterprise Banking at FNB Namibia, I have had a front-row seat in the oil and gas developments and activities in Namibia. The opportunities are real, and the oil discoveries, possibly amounting to billions of barrels, have the power to transform our nation. The keenContinue Reading
By Fanuel Shinedima As Namibia’s oil and gas sector continues to expand, the implementation of robust Local Content Policies (LCPs) becomes increasingly essential. These policies are designed to ensure that the economic benefits of the sector are shared broadly, fostering growth, diversification, and social development. One key demographic that standsContinue Reading
The Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group has announced the successful acquisition of the remaining 49.9% shares in Broll Namibia, previously held by the Broll Property Group (Pty) Ltd. Effective 01 July 2024, this transaction marks a significant milestone in Broll Namibia’s journey towards achieving Vision 2029, positioning the company asContinue Reading
