Also known as: Nedbank Group · Nedbank Namibia Limited · NBN
Namibian commercial bank that sponsors sporting and community events, wins international banking awards, and partners on energy financing initiatives.
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Windhoek Observer
Nedbank Namibia led debt funding for the Tumas Uranium Project
“The Tumas Uranium Project moved closer to a final investment decision after securing debt funding led by Nedbank.”
Mining sector sustains more than 166 000 jobsThe Namibian
Nedbank partnered to create league structure for Desert Ice T20 Challenge
“This is a private initiative from some of our clubs that incorporated a new competition during our off season, and it's great that Nedbank partnered with them to create a league structure for this.”
Women cricketers playing men’s leagueThe Namibian
Nedbank Namibia is title sponsor of Nedbank Desert Dash
“Title sponsor Nedbank Namibia, said the Nedbank Desert Dash remains a cornerstone of its commitment to sport, wellness, and community development.”
Entries to open for the 2026 Nedbank Desert DashWindhoek Observer
Nedbank Namibia recorded impairment growth of 167% between June 2015 and December 2025
“Bank Windhoek's impairments increased by 252%, while Nedbank Namibia recorded growth of 167%.”
Banks recover from pandemic impairment surgeWindhoek Observer
Nedbank is acting as lead arranger for the Tumas project's debt financing package
“Nedbank is acting as lead arranger for the project's debt financing package.”
Major mining developments continued to advance in 2025Windhoek Observer
Nedbank Namibia held client engagement meetings in Rundu and Katima Mulilo
“Nedbank Namibia held client engagement meetings in Rundu and Katima Mulilo as part of its annual Managing Director Roadshow aimed at strengthening relationships with communities and businesses across the country.”
Nedbank engages clients in Rundu and KatimaThe Namibian
Nedbank Namibia received 2025 STP award from Commerzbank
“NEDBANK Namibia has received the 2025 straight through processing (STP) award from Commerzbank for its efficient cross-border payment services, marking its sixth win of the accolade.”
Nedbank scoops sixth Commerz bank STP award•New Era
Nedbank Namibia and Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking have reaffirmed commitment to supporting NamPower's energy transition through sustainable framework financing
“Nedbank Namibia and Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Namibia Power Corporation's (NamPower) – Namibia's national scale power utility provider – energy transition through sustainable, transparent and longterm framework financing solutions at the 2026 Cirrus Investor Conference, where the strategic partnership with NamPower was highlighted.”
Nedbank, NamPower showcase sustainable framework financingThe Namibian
Nedbank Namibia worked closely with NamPower to craft sustainable finance framework
“the Nedbank team worked closely with NamPower to craft a new sustainable finance framework, aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and other international benchmarks.”
NamPower lists N$5 billion on NSXNew Era
Nedbank Namibia served as co-lead arranger on the DMTN Programme listing
“Namibia Power Corporation (NamPower), in partnership with its two co-lead arrangers, Cirrus Securities and Nedbank Namibia Limited, yesterday successfully listed a N$5 billion Domestic Medium-Term Note (DMTN) Programme on the Namibia Securities Exchange (NSX).”
NamPower lists N$5b note on NSX …marks significant milestone in utility’s financing journeyNamPost has appointed banking executive Rivan Meyer as its Executive: Financial Services, effective 1 June 2026, to strengthen its financial services offering and accelerate digital transformation. Meyer brings more than 20 years of banking sector experience, including senior roles at FNB Namibia and Nedbank Namibia.
18 hours ago · Informanté →
NamPost has appointed banking executive Rivan Meyer as its Executive: Financial Services, effective 1 June 2026, to strengthen its financial services offering and accelerate digital transformation. Meyer brings more than 20 years of banking sector experience, including senior roles at FNB Namibia and Nedbank Namibia.
18 hours ago · Informanté →
Namibia's mining sector sustained more than 166,000 direct and indirect jobs in 2025, with member companies employing 8,201 people in permanent positions and 97% of those roles filled by Namibians. The sector contributed N$7.96 billion in total wages and N$1.5 billion in PAYE tax, while spending N$23.97 billion on locally sourced goods and services.
1 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Some of Namibia's top women cricketers are playing alongside male counterparts in the Nedbank Desert Ice T20 Challenge, where franchises compete for a N$50,000 prize. Teams can select players from age 14 and above, including women players on merit, providing additional exposure and skill development opportunities.
21 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Entries for the 2026 Nedbank Desert Dash, a 401 km mountain bike race across the Namib Desert, open in June with solo rider entries beginning 1 June, followed by 2-person and 4-person team entries on 8 June and 15 June respectively. The 22nd edition introduces e-bikes exclusively in the 2-person team category and caps that category at 100 teams.
20 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's four largest commercial banks saw loan impairments surge from N$230 million in June 2015 to a peak of N$1.5 billion in December 2020 before gradually stabilising. Impairments have since eased, declining to N$640 million by 2022 and settling at N$760 million by year-end 2024.
19 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Chamber of Mines of Namibia reports that major mining projects including the Tumas Uranium Project, Twin Hills Gold Project, and Etango Uranium Project continued to progress in 2025, supporting the sector's role as a main economic driver, though rising policy uncertainty is starting to affect investor confidence.
7 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Nedbank Namibia visited Rundu and Katima Mulilo as part of its Managing Director Roadshow to strengthen relationships with communities and businesses while shaping its 2026 strategy around regional needs. The bank highlighted partnerships such as the Wapa Nawa Recycling Centre through its Team Challenge initiative.
7 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Nedbank Namibia has received the 2025 straight through processing award from Commerzbank for its efficient cross-border payment services, marking its sixth win of the accolade since 2012. The award recognises correspondent banking partners worldwide that demonstrate outstanding quality in processing commercial payments and financial institution transfers.
22 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Nedbank Namibia and Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking have partnered with NamPower to develop a Sustainable Finance Fundraising Framework designed to align future funding with Namibia's energy security, sustainability and socioeconomic development goals. The framework has been independently reviewed by S&P Global and provides a structure for raising green, social and sustainable funding for projects including new generation capacity, transmission infrastructure upgrades and energy storage solutions.
20 April 2026 · New Era →
Namibia Power Corporation has successfully listed a N$5 billion Domestic Medium-Term Note Programme on the Namibia Securities Exchange, enabling the utility to raise funding through various debt instruments aligned with strategic projects and sustainability goals. The listing follows a two-year preparation process and provides NamPower with flexible, cost-effective access to capital markets while supporting Namibia's energy sector expansion.
19 April 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibia Power Corporation successfully listed its N$5-billion domestic medium-term note programme on the Namibia Securities Exchange, in partnership with Cirrus Securities and Nedbank Namibia. The programme allows NamPower to issue a range of notes, including green and sustainable notes, to fund strategic projects while contributing to Namibia's financial sector development.
18 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia Power Corporation has successfully listed a N$5 billion Domestic Medium-Term Note Programme on the Namibia Securities Exchange in partnership with Cirrus Securities and Nedbank Namibia. The programme allows NamPower to issue multiple tranches of notes with varying terms to access domestic capital markets flexibly and support strategic growth objectives.
17 April 2026 · New Era →
Nedbank Namibia has allocated N$760,000 to fund tertiary studies for 23 beneficiaries across diverse fields including commerce, law, data science, and information technology. The funding, managed through the NNH Education Trust launched in 2025, aims to address low tertiary education enrolment in Namibia and represents a strategic investment in human capital development.
16 April 2026 · New Era →
Namibian commercial banks have no policies to refund defrauded clients, even as the Bank of Namibia reports losses of over N$6 million monthly to fraud. Banks claim liability rests with customers who authorize transactions under deception, while victims say they have been denied compensation; international regulators in the UK and EU are moving to mandate refunds to fraud victims.
16 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Khomas under-20 netball captain Hiturepi Kahuikee discusses how leadership requires setting an example on and off court, after her team lost 35–28 to Kavango East in the final of the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup. Despite the defeat, Kahuikee emphasises the team's resilience, character development, and lessons learned about mental preparation and staying focused under pressure.
15 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Nedbank Namibia has introduced interactive games at the 2026 Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup tournament in Keetmanshoop to entertain students and children while offering youth banking accounts with minimal requirements such as a valid ID and student card.
5 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The town is hosting the prestigious youth football and netball tournament starting on Good Friday, with teams from all 14 regions expected to attend. The NFA spokesperson says preparations are on track despite minor pitch issues, and organisers expect the event to boost the local economy.
2 April 2026 · The Namibian →
While fraud victims and observers commonly suspect insider involvement and banks insist their systems prevent employee fraud, recent court cases — including convictions of an FNB consultant and arrest of a Nedbank forensic investigator — show employees have successfully exploited their access to defraud customers.
1 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Two-time champions Omusati region are preparing for the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup youth tournament, to be held in Keetmanshoop from 3 to 5 April. Head coach Shipena Nakalondo expressed confidence in the squad's readiness despite being drawn alongside defending champions Kunene region.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The defending champions from Kunene and Kavango East regions will compete to retain their 2025 Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup trophies in football and netball at the tournament being held in Keetmanshoop from 3 to 6 April, bringing together under-20 teams from all 14 regions of Namibia.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Metropolitan Namibia has committed N$140,000 to support young athletes from all 14 regions to participate in the 2026 Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, a youth football and netball tournament to be held in Keetmanshoop from 3 to 6 April. The contribution aims to remove barriers of distance and limited resources that prevent talented young athletes from competing.
31 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, a youth football and netball tournament now in its 25th year, returns for Easter weekend in Keetmanshoop as a flagship corporate social responsibility project that boosts local economies, upgrades sports infrastructure, and has launched careers for young athletes.
28 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The youth development tournament, bringing together under-20 football and netball teams from all 14 regions, is scheduled for 3–6 April in Keetmanshoop with over 1,000 players and delegates expected. Organisers say preparations are nearly complete, with infrastructure improvements including renovated facilities, new soccer fields and netball courts, and accommodation secured across local schools and town venues.
28 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Two-time champions Omusati Region are preparing for the 2026 Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, scheduled for 3–5 April in Keetmanshoop. Head coach Shipena Nakalondo expressed confidence in the squad's readiness despite being drawn alongside defending champions Kunene region.
26 March 2026 · New Era →
Nedbank Namibia has launched the 'Unlock Your First Home' initiative, offering up to 108% home loan financing at interest rates 1% below the bank's home loan base rate, with a dedicated lending portfolio to help first-time buyers cover upfront costs like bond and transfer fees and access affordable housing.
25 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Nedbank Namibia has introduced the "Unlock Your First Home" initiative to help first-time buyers overcome financial barriers in a housing market marked by rising prices, particularly in urban centres. The programme offers up to 108% financing with interest rates 1% below standard rates, potentially eliminating deposits and upfront costs that have locked many Namibians out of homeownership.
24 March 2026 · New Era →
The Namibia Football Association says the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, which reaches all 14 regions and 121 constituencies, is a key grassroots talent identification and player development programme that helps transition young players into national teams. The competition also emphasises referee training, strict medical protocols for player safety, and development-focused coaching over short-term winning.
18 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Nedbank Namibia has appointed John-James Tromp as head of consumer banking effective 1 March 2026, bringing together Private Banking, Private Wealth, Retail Banking and Lending divisions under one leadership structure to strengthen services for everyday customers across Namibia.
17 March 2026 · New Era →
The Deputy Minister of Education has officially launched the 24th edition of the Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup, a youth football and netball tournament established in 2001 that provides opportunities for young athletes from all 14 regions to showcase their talent. The 2026 tournament will be hosted in the ǁKharas Region from 3 to 6 April in Keetmanshoop.
11 March 2026 · Informanté →
Nedbank Namibia and Novel Motors have formed a business partnership combining financial solutions with automotive innovation, with Nedbank serving as co-host for an event introducing Novel's new product portfolio including Chinese brands Jetour, Omoda, Jaecoo and Foton. The partnership aims to address Namibian consumer preferences for rugged 4×4 utility vehicles and reliable after-sales support in a market of around 1,130 units per month.
11 March 2026 · The Namibian →