Kirsty Watermeyer — FNB Namibia corporate communications leader, recognized among Africa's top 100 communicators by Africa PR Week.
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The Namibian
FNB spokesperson Kirsty Watermeyer says FNB customers will not pay additional transaction fees for local payments through speed point devices
“FNB spokesperson Kirsty Watermeyer says FNB customers will not pay an additional transaction fee when using FNB cards for local payments through the speed point devices.”
FNB customers to get free swipes at courtThe Namibian
Kirsty Watermeyer is group head of communications at First Rand Namibia
“Kirsty Watermeyer is the group head of communications at First Rand Namibia.”
Why Global Capital is Paying Attention to NamibiaThe Namibian
Kirsty Watermeyer is group spokesperson
“In a statement issued yesterday, group spokesperson Kirsty Watermeyer says the bank has recorded growth in foreign exchange volumes and increased demand from clients seeking risk management solutions and access to capital markets.”
Auala Jr to lead RMB global marketsThe Namibian
FNB Namibia spokesperson Kirsty Watermeyer says the bank is sponsoring journalist of the year and fraud/cyber transparency journalism award categories
“FNB Namibia spokesperson Kirsty Watermeyer says the bank is sponsoring the journalist of the year and fraud and cyber transparency journalism award categories.”
Namibia editors’ forum tightens journalism awards rules to boost accountabilityThe Namibian
Kirsty Watermeyer said the leadership changes reinforce commitment to succession planning and internal talent depth
“The group's spokesperson, Kirsty Watermeyer, says the leadership changes reinforce the FirstRand Namibia Group's commitment to strong succession planning and the depth of its internal talent pipeline.”
Succession planning key to latest appointments – FirstRandNew Era
Kirsty Watermeyer congratulated the Gladiators on behalf of the bank
“First National Bank of Namibia head of group (FirstRand) communications Namibia Kirsty Watermeyer, whose institution sponsors the Women's Super League, also congratulated the Gladiators on behalf of the bank.”
MTC rewards Gladiators with N$300 000The Namibian
Kirsty Watermeyer has been named among Africa PR Week's Top 100 corporate communications leaders
“FNB Namibia and Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) spokespersons, Kirsty Watermeyer and Erasmus Nekundi have been named among Africa PR Week's Top 100 corporate communications leaders.”
PR leaders from Namibia earn continental honourFirst National Bank customers will no longer pay transaction fees when using FNB cards for bail and other magistrate court payments following the launch of speed point devices at courts. The initiative allows electronic payments through bank cards and digital channels, reducing reliance on cash and delays in bail processing.
12 hours ago · The Namibian →
First National Bank customers will no longer pay transaction fees when using FNB cards for bail and other magistrate court payments following the launch of speed point devices at courts. The initiative allows electronic payments through bank cards and digital channels, reducing reliance on cash and delays in bail processing.
12 hours ago · The Namibian →
As investors search for stable jurisdictions and new energy and mineral sources, Namibia is attracting increasing foreign direct investment across energy, mining, and financial services, with capital positioning for broader economic transformation beyond a single oil project milestone.
22 September 2026 · The Namibian →
RMB Namibia has appointed Rehabeam 'Ray' Auala Jr as head of global markets effective 1 June, as the bank strengthens its market and risk management offering amid growing demand for foreign exchange, risk management solutions, and capital markets services. Auala Jr brings over 12 years' experience within FirstRand Namibia group across financial accounting, treasury, and global markets.
30 August 2026 · The Namibian →
RMB Namibia has appointed Tim von Hase to head its trade and treasury solutions team, where he will manage services for corporate clients' cash flow, payments, and international trade. Von Hase joins from FNB Namibia, where he was retail credit head, bringing over 10 years of banking, consulting, and industry experience.
17 August 2026 · The Namibian →
The Editors' Forum of Namibia will bar non-member journalists from entering its annual journalism awards from 2027 onwards, with 2026 as a final transition year. The forum says the change aims to ensure all award participants fall under the media ombudsman's authority and are bound by the code of ethics.
10 April 2026 · The Namibian →
FirstRand Namibia Group has announced executive changes at FNB Namibia and RMB Namibia, with Philip Chapman moving to chief executive of FNB Commercial and Daniel Motinga taking over as chief executive of RMB Namibia. Group chief executive Conrad Dempsey described the appointments as the outcome of deliberate succession planning and internal talent development.
11 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Telecommunications company MTC rewarded Namibia's national women's football team with N$300 000 following their triumph at the Cosafa Women's Cup, with each player and technical team member receiving N$10 000. Officials emphasised the importance of corporate partnerships in strengthening women's football and called for continued private-sector support.
6 March 2026 · New Era →
Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) has announced N$300,000 to be shared among players and technical staff of the Brave Gladiators following their 2-1 defeat of South Africa to win the 2025 Cosafa Women's Championship. Corporate sponsors and government officials have called for professionalization of women's football and greater corporate investment in the sport.
6 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The FirstRand Namibia Group has announced executive changes at First National Bank (FNB) Namibia and Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) Namibia, with Philip Chapman moving to chief executive of FNB Commercial and Daniel Motinga taking over as chief executive of RMB Namibia. The leadership reshuffle is part of deliberate succession planning aimed at strengthening continuity and long-term market stability.
4 March 2026 · The Namibian →
FNB Namibia's Kirsty Watermeyer and MTC's Erasmus Nekundi have been recognized by Africa PR Week among the continent's top 100 corporate communications leaders, a list that honours professionals demonstrating leadership, strategic influence, and ethical communication practices.
22 January 2026 · The Namibian →