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Old Mutual Group Reports N$91 Million Increase in Investment Returns in Namibia
By: Staff Writer The Old Mutual Group has announced a significant increase of N$91 million in its investment returns in Namibia for the year 2023 compared to the previous year. This was primarily fueled by higher interest rates and an expanded interest-bearing asset base. Over the course of 2023, the group experienced a […]
Loan Repayments Strain Individuals as Economy Faces Challenges
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus The Bank of Namibia’s recent annual report paints a troubling picture of the country’s economic landscape, with non-performing loans (NPLs) reaching N$6.5 billion by the end of 2023. Of these loans, 51% are attributed to individuals, while the real estate and business service sector accounts for 11.8%. The increase in […]
BoN Declares N$511.5 Million Towards Govt’s Revenue
By: Justicia Shipena The Bank of Namibia (BoN) has declared a dividend of N$511.5 million to the government, which is about N$100 million from what it declared last year. This was announced by BoN Governor Johannes !Gawaxab during the launch of the central bank’s 2023 Annual Report on Tuesday. According to Gawaxab, the […]
Hartzenberg Becomes First in Namibia to Attain Dual Chartered Accountant Designations
By: Staff Writer Florian Hartzenberg has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first professional accountant in Namibia to acquire both the Chartered Accountant, Namibia (CA(NAM)) and Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) designations. This accomplishment follows the collaborative efforts between the accounting bodies, particularly the Membership Pathway Agreement established between the Institute of […]
Opinion: Financial Planning for Namibia’s Millennials
By: Ashante Manetti Financial freedom. It’s a term that conjures up images of early retirement, dream vacations, and unshakeable security. But for Namibia’s millennial generation, this dream can often feel shrouded in uncertainty. With student loan burdens, a competitive job market, and a rising cost of living, achieving financial stability can seem like an uphill […]
Inflation-Linked Bond Investors to Receive N$63,1 Million Coupon Next Month
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus Investors holding the government’s inflation-linked GI27 and GI33 bonds are set to receive their first coupon/interest payment for the year on April 15, 2024. The total interest payment amounts to N$63.1 million, which will be distributed among various institutional and retail investors who have invested in or lent money to […]
Capricorn Foundation Commits N$1 Million to Towards Desert-based Economy
By: Nghiinomenwa-vali Erastus In a bid boost to the RuralRevive initiative aimed at building economic advancement and sustainable development in the Maltahöhe community, the Capricorn Foundation has pledged N$1 million towards the cause. The partnership between Capricorn Foundation and Wolwedans Foundations, the driving force behind the initiative, was announced with much anticipation. This […]
Judiciary Spends 99% of Budget Allocation
By: Hertha Ekandjo The Office of the Judiciary has utilised 99% of its allocated budget for the 2022/23 fiscal year, unlike other government Offices, ministries and Agencies that return enormous amounts back to the treasury every year. For the 2022/23 period, the Office received an allocation of N$386.7 million, with N$384 million expended, […]
Households Credit Growth Slows to Lowest Since 2021 …corporate credit extension reaches N$46 million in January
By: Hertha Ekandjo While individuals typically turn to banks and cash loan service providers in what is often referred to as “Janu-worry” to kick-start the year, the first month of 2024 witnessed the slowest credit growth uptake by households since 2021. According to economists at Simonis Storm Securities (SSS), households experienced a […]
FNB Partners With Namibia Development Trust for World NGO Day
By: Staff Writer FNB Namibia recently collaborated with the Namibia Development Trust (NDT) to commemorate World NGO Day 2024, honouring individuals dedicated to humanitarian causes. World NGO Day was observed on February 27 and 28, focusing on the theme “Building a Sustainable Future: The Role of NGOs in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals […]