Category: Opinion
The Power of the Mind in Corporate for 2024
By: Anton Westraadt Believe it or not, much of what we encounter within a corporate setup is influenced by our perspective. The initial thought we have sets the stage for how situations unfold. Leading a team requires keen attention to…
Remembering Doctor Selma ‘Gwanandjokwe’ Rainio
By: Kleopas Nghikefelwa As we gear up for the Christmas holiday, let me share a brief story about the pioneering journey of the first medical doctor to grace the Namibian medical field. On December 14, 1908, Dr. Selma Rainio arrived…
Project Management Is A Critical Role
By: Page Kashikuka The environment in which we live is created, enhanced, and maintained by civil engineers. Roads, trains, airports, bridges, harbours, dams, irrigation projects, power plants, and sewage systems are just a few examples of the infrastructure and building…
The Evolving Landscape of Public Relations in Namibia
By: Ilke Platt Exploring the innovative shifts in Namibia’s business and financial sectors through a public relations lens is an intriguing journey. Much has evolved in narrating success stories, transitioning from traditional perspectives to contemporary trends. The ongoing digital…
Do Not Share Your Banking PINs Or OTPs With Anyone – Banks Included
By: Johnny Truter In the past, bank robbers were brazen. They used weapons and physical intimidation to instil fear into staff, security guards and any customers who were in the branch. Their timing was considered. They would strike on the…
Can I Borrow From My Pension?
By: Amos Kambonde The question of whether to borrow from one’s pension or not is one of the questions many members of pension funds ask regularly. Section 19(5) of the Pension Fund Act, 1956 (Act No. 24 of 1956) makes…
The Realised, Perceived, and Expected Inflation in Namibia and Globally
By: Josef Kefas Sheehama Expectations about future inflation play a crucial role in influencing current decisions on consumption and investment. Therefore, the long-term relationship between household savings and anticipated inflation is evident from the cointegration test. Despite some moderation in…
Plan Your Bonus To Last The Long Run
By: Samuel Linyondi In October, the Bank of Namibia (BoN) left the repo unchanged at 7.75%, the highest in the past 14 years. If a repo rate increases, borrowing becomes more expensive, and product and service prices increase for consumers….
Cashing in to Help Your Business Survive: The Importance of Cash flow Management
By: Tomas Koneka Iindji Every successful entrepreneur understands that cash flow is the lifeblood of their business, and that without it, the business will not survive. In the current economic environment, effective cash flow management is crucial for any business…
The Uphill Battle to Promote Namibian Art and Cultural Heritage in Rural Areas
By: Kleopas Nghikefelwa In 2008, upon obtaining my Higher Diploma in Visual Arts from the University of Namibia, I committed myself to the development of art and cultural activities in Namibia. A cultural exchange program in Berlin, Germany, in…