The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia, NAMCOR, has announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with global energy technology company SLB. This agreement marks a significant milestone in strengthening the collaboration between NAMCOR and SLB, aligning both entities towards mutual goals in the energy sector, including sustainability, decarbonization,Continue Reading
The Namibia Youth Energy Forum (NYEF) has announced a sponsorship from First National Bank Namibia (FNB Namibia) to support the establishment of its Lüderitz Branch. This partnership comes at a pivotal time as NYEF implements its nationwide expansion strategy aimed at engaging youth across all 14 regions of Namibia. AsContinue Reading
Natasha Winkler Personal loans can be a powerful tool for covering significant expenses, consolidating debt, or making investments that generate long-term income, such as investing in livestock or purchasing a taxi to start a business. However, the key to maximising the benefit of personal loans lies in focusing on productiveContinue Reading
The Bank Windhoek Feedmaster National Youth Cattle Judging Competition was held at the Windhoek Agricultural and Industrial Show on Monday, 30 September 2024. Kevin Jakob, a learner from Otjiwarongo Secondary School, won the competition. Melanie van der Merwe from Gobabis Gymnasium Private School was awarded second place, and Gabriela RitzdorfContinue Reading
Gender-based violence (GBV) in Namibia remains a pervasive issue, and Namdeb is doing its part to address GBV in the Oranjemund community. Recently, Namdeb hosted a GBV Pathways to Care Workshop in Oranjemund, that brought together key stakeholders in the fight against GBV namely, the Ministry of Gender Equality, PovertyContinue Reading
Bank Windhoek’s Managing Director, Baronice Hans has announced Toini Muteka’s appointment as the Bank’s Executive Officer for Human Capital effective 1 October 2024. In her new role, Muteka will be responsible for developing and executing human resource strategy in support of the overall business plan and strategic direction of theContinue Reading
Exxon Mobil has withdrawn from the bidding process to acquire a majority share in Galp Energia’s oil discovery in Namibia, reports Reuters. The Mopane field, which is estimated to hold at least 10 billion barrels of oil and gas equivalent (boe), has garnered interest from several leading energy companies. MoreContinue Reading
As part of Ogilvy Namibia’s ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence, the company has announced that Megan Pritchard will take on the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Ogilvy Namibia. Megan, who celebrates her 10-year anniversary with the agency on 1 October, was appointed as a shareholder in AprilContinue Reading
In line with Old Mutual’s vision to empower communities, the Old Mutual Foundation’s Staff Community Builder initiative continues to demonstrate impactful community support. Over the past three years (2022-2024), this flagship initiative has enabled 30 Old Mutual staff members to actively engage in community projects across Namibia, with a cumulativeContinue Reading
Alpha Petroleum (Pty) Ltd. has strongly refuted as “false and misleading” claims recently published by multiple publications which allege that the company has engaged Alpha Energy Nigeria and their representative to initiate offshore diamond mining operations under contract with NAMDEB. Last week, multiple publications across Africa ran a story statingContinue Reading
