By Julien Karambua Namibia’s transition to renewable energy, as well as its abundant mineral wealth, present an opportunity to drive economic sustainability and job creation by localising the manufacturing of key components. Reducing reliance on imports and fostering a domestic supply chain can strengthen the renewable energy sector, enhance economicContinue Reading
Nedbank Group delivered an improved financial performance for the year ended 31 December 2024 as headline earnings increased by 8% to R16,9bn, diluted headline earnings per share increased by 11%, and the group’s ROE strengthened to 15,8%, from 15,1% in the prior period, reflecting steady progress towards its ROE targets. Continue Reading
The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) has announced the launch of a new department, focusing on Digital Arts and Animation (DAA). The department, a dedicated space for aspiring creatives to gain industry-relevant skills, is aligned with global technological advancements, while complementing NUST’s 2021-2025 strategic direction. The launch ofContinue Reading
Sanitech, a leading portable sanitation and hygiene solutions company in South Africa, and Sensatec, a leading entity in environmental solutions and services for contaminated soil and groundwater, recently announced a strategic partnership that will accelerate growth and strengthen their presence in the South African and Namibian markets. This partnership addressesContinue Reading
By Llewellyn le Hané In my life, I have seen Namibia change time and again. I can remember when the liberation struggle brought freedom. As a young teen, I didn’t grasp the true magnitude of this change completely. The recent passing of our Founding Father, Dr. Sam Nujoma, gives oneContinue Reading
In a bold move that could reshape the future of aquaculture in Africa, a group of Norwegian seafood industry veterans, led by former PwC partner Torben Foss, has stepped up plans to establish a groundbreaking offshore salmon farming project in Namibia. The initiative, spearheaded by the newly formed African AquacultureContinue Reading
Energy and marine consultancy ABL has expanded its operations to Namibia with the aim of supporting the local oil & gas market, as well as the country’s energy transition. The new entity will provide the company’s full technical service offering in energy and marine consulting, with a focus on marineContinue Reading
Namibia’s pension system has once again been recognised for its excellence, topping the 2024 Absa Africa Financial Markets Index for having the highest pension fund assets per capita across the continent. This prestigious ranking highlights the success of Namibia’s regulatory environment and the collective contribution of all pension funds underContinue Reading
Capricorn Group, a proud Namibian financial services group listed on the Namibian Stock Exchange with diversified operations and business interests in Namibia and Botswana, released its interim financial results for the six months ended 31 December 2024 today. Capricorn Group delivered strong financial results with profit after tax for theContinue Reading
In recognition of the profound legacy of Dr Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, FlyNamibia, in partnership with the Namibia Airports Company (NAC), Central Oil Namibia, and the Namibia Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), is facilitating travel for those wishing to attend the state funeral on 1 March 2025, in Windhoek. “As Namibia mournsContinue Reading
