Also known as: NBL
Namibia Breweries Limited — brewing company investing in water security, workplace safety, and sports sponsorship while growing operating profits.
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The Namibian
Namibia Breweries Limited announced a N$2-million sponsorship to the Namibian Rugby Union
“Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) on Tuesday announced a N$2-million sponsorship to the Namibian Rugby Union (NRU) despite current difficulties facing the sport.”
Namibia Breweries reaffirms support for rugbyWindhoek Observer
Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) has invested more than N$35.6 million in water-saving initiatives over the past decade
“Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) has invested more than N$35.6 million in water-saving initiatives over the past decade, including infrastructure upgrades and contributions to groundwater research, as the brewer continues to reduce its water consumption in one of Africa's driest countries.”
NBL invests over N$35.6 million in water-saving initiativesThe Namibian
Namibia Breweries Limited is providing funding and advocacy support for the study
“NBL is providing funding and advocacy support but has no influence over the study's methodology, analysis or findings.”
Counting the Dead Won’t Fix Our RoadsThe Namibian
Namibia Breweries Limited partnered in a campaign to crack down on drink and driving
“The campaign, which also includes an enforcement programme, was launched in Windhoek yesterday in partnership with the Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL), the Namibian Police Traffic Law Enforcement department, and the Namibian Road Safety Forum.”
300 drivers to be targeted at every roadblockWindhoek Observer
Namibia Breweries Limited reduced water consumption to 3.5 litres per litre of beer produced in 2025
“Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) reduced its water consumption to 3.5 litres of water for every litre of beer produced in 2025, marking progress towards its target of reducing water usage to 2.4 litres per litre of beer by 2030.”
NBL cuts water use, steps up response to scarcityWindhoek Observer
Namibia Breweries Limited invested N$35 million since 2015 in water security initiatives
“The brewer also revealed that it has invested N$35 million since 2015 in water security initiatives, including the development of its own boreholes and a water treatment plant.”
NBL cuts water use, steps up response to scarcityWindhoek Observer
Namibia Breweries Limited has launched a N$200 000 drink-driving assessment and enforcement programme
“Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL), in partnership with the Namibian Road Safety Forum and the Namibian Police's Traffic Law Enforcement Department (TLED), has launched a N$200 000 drink-driving assessment and enforcement programme aimed at improving road safety across the country.”
NBL backs N$200 000 campaign to assess and curb drink-drivingThe Namibian
Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) has built a model of pan-African self-reliance
“Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) has built a model of pan-African self-reliance and our operations support supply chains that stretch across Southern Africa, creating direct employment for over 900 Namibians and sustaining businesses far beyond our breweries.”
Africa Day is a call to business, not just governmentsThe Namibian
Namibia Breweries Limited contributes N$1.155 billion in annual excise taxes and generates N$2 billion in household income nationally
“NBL contributes N$1.155 billion in annual excise taxes and generates N$2 billion in household income nationally.”
Africa Day is a call to business, not just governmentsThe Namibian
Namibia Breweries Limited signed a substantive wage agreement with Naretu
“The Namibian Revolutionary Transport and Manufacturing Union (Naretu) and Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) have signed a substantive wage agreement granting NBL employees a 5% salary increase.”
Naretu, NBL sign wage dealNamibia Breweries Limited announced a N$2-million sponsorship to the Namibian Rugby Union on Tuesday, reaffirming its backing for the sport despite the senior national side's failure to qualify for the Rugby World Cup for the first time in 26 years and the under-20 side's loss to Kenya in a World Rugby u20 Challenge qualifier.
13 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Breweries Limited announced a N$2-million sponsorship to the Namibian Rugby Union on Tuesday, reaffirming its backing for the sport despite the senior national side's failure to qualify for the Rugby World Cup for the first time in 26 years and the under-20 side's loss to Kenya in a World Rugby u20 Challenge qualifier.
13 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibian business leader Amos Hingashipwa Shiyuka has been appointed Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Ongava Game Reserve and Ongava Hai//om Tourism. Shiyuka, who chairs Save the Rhino Trust Namibia and holds multiple other executive positions, brings experience across conservation, finance, telecommunications, and corporate governance sectors.
9 July 2026 · Informanté →
Ongava has appointed businessman and former Brave Warriors captain Amos Shiyuka as board chairperson of Ongava Game Reserve and Ongava Hai//om Tourism, citing his leadership, strategic insight and commitment to conservation as key factors in the decision.
7 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Breweries Limited has invested over N$35.6 million in water-saving initiatives since 2015, including infrastructure upgrades and groundwater research, reducing water consumption by 8% in 2025 to 3.56 hectolitres per hectolitre of beer produced, with a target of 2.4 hl/hl by 2030.
7 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's annual road deaths have remained stubbornly high over the past decade, with up to 500 families affected yearly; the rate peaked at 778 deaths in 2017, fell to 423 in 2023, rose to 511 last year, and reached 143 deaths in the first four months of 2026, placing Namibia among globally higher road death rates per capita.
20 June 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Police, Namibia Breweries Limited, and the Namibian Road Safety Forum have launched a N$200,000 nationwide campaign running until January 2027 to test drivers for alcohol at nine traffic checkpoints, targeting more than 300 drivers at every roadblock as part of efforts to address drink-driving's contribution to road accidents.
20 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Breweries Limited reduced its water consumption to 3.5 litres of water per litre of beer produced in 2025, progressing toward a 2030 target of 2.4 litres per litre. The company has invested N$35 million since 2015 in water security initiatives including boreholes and a treatment plant to reduce reliance on municipal supply.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia Breweries Limited, partnering with the Road Safety Forum and police Traffic Law Enforcement, has launched a N$200,000 programme running from July 2026 to January 2027 to assess and curb drink-driving across nine traffic checkpoints, with plans to conduct more than 300 breathalyser tests at each checkpoint and publish public findings quarterly.
19 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Two senior TransNamib Holdings executives suspended in February over allegations of property mismanagement and statutory breaches returned to work on Tuesday following a directive from the works and transport minister. Their disciplinary hearing is continuing.
27 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
An opinion piece argues that Africa Day should prompt businesses, not just governments, to engage with the continent's development priorities, particularly water security—critical to food, health, and industry—and the African Continental Free Trade Area's goal of intra-African trade.
22 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Revolutionary Transport and Manufacturing Union (Naretu) and Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) have signed a wage agreement granting NBL employees a 5% salary increase, an adjusted housing allowance of N$2,000 per month, and salary alignment measures, effective from 1 January to 31 December, with all adjustments backdated to January.
1 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Breweries Limited's operating profit surged 42% to N$830 million in 2025, driven primarily by production localisation, productivity gains and margin expansion rather than revenue growth, which rose only 4%. The brewer shifted from volume-dependent profitability to a more efficient, margin-focused business model by localising cider and wine production and managing costs without significant price increases.
10 April 2026 · New Era →
Namibia Breweries Limited has donated 420 cases of Windhoek Lager, including a non-alcoholic variant, to support Namibia's diplomatic missions during the country's 36th Independence Day celebrations abroad. The Minister of International Relations and Trade said the donation will help showcase Namibian products and enhance the country's image globally.
20 March 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia Breweries Limited has confirmed that Savanna will return as the headline sponsor of the Savanna Comedy Hour for the 2026 season. The monthly comedy platform, held at the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre, has expanded since its 2021 launch to feature over 40 local comedians and has become a regular fixture on Windhoek's entertainment calendar.
16 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Breweries Limited conducted a half-day training session for human resource and safety managers from 12 major companies in Windhoek to promote responsible and moderate alcohol consumption in the workplace. The initiative aims to help companies address alcohol misuse and strengthen wellness and safety programmes, with NBL emphasizing that alcohol-related disruption should be treated as an operational risk.
10 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Global alcohol consumption is declining due to higher living costs and health awareness, and while Namibia remains a high per-capita consumer, urban areas are showing similar trends toward reduced drinking and low- or zero-alcohol alternatives. However, alcohol abuse continues to devastate low-income townships and rural communities, fuelling domestic violence and health problems.
24 February 2026 · New Era →
The Namibian Broadcasting Corporation has denied allegations that it intends to conduct re-interviews for the director general position, a role vacant since outgoing chief Stanley Similo's contract expired last year. NBC board chairperson Lazarus Jacobs said the recruitment process remains incomplete and that any claims about re-interviews are "speculation, innuendo and rumour mongering."
26 January 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibian Revolutionary Transport and Manufacturing Union (Naretu) has been recognised as the official union for Namibia Breweries Limited employees, replacing the Namibia Food and Allied Workers Union (Nafau) after gaining majority worker support in November. Both the union and brewery management have expressed commitment to sound labour relations.
21 January 2026 · The Namibian →