By: Hertha Ekandjo and Loise Shiimi
Namib Mills says it expects to suffer substantial financial losses following the recall of its Top Score instant porridge, after an incident in South Africa where two minors tragically died.
While it is still too early to provide exact figures, the company’s Senior Brand Manager, Marné Bouwer, said the company expects significant financial repercussions.
The recall, part of a precautionary consumer safety plan, extends to all markets, including Namibia.
Bouwer emphasised that consumer safety remains the company’s top priority, and Namib Mills is taking all necessary measures in response to the situation.
Top Score instant porridge, which entered the South African market in 2018, had shown impressive growth.
However, the company has not disclosed specific revenue figures for its 2023 sales in Namibia and South Africa, citing competitive reasons.
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