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Nedbank Namibia

Also known as: Nedbank Group · Nedbank Namibia Limited · NBN

Nedbank Namibia — commercial bank that sponsors sporting events, launches community initiatives, and provides financial services in Namibia.

2022-02-252026-07-23

What’s been said

Key points drawn from coverage. Tap a point to see the original sentence.

  1. July 2026
  2. Windhoek Observer

    Nedbank Namibia supported the mathematics programme

    Source

    NMI facilitator Stephanus Petrus Erwee said the programme, supported by First National Bank Namibia (FNB), Nedbank Namibia and Shoprite Namibia has expanded significantly since its inception.

    YOUNG OBSERVER | Maths initiative reaches 40 000 learners through teacher training programme
  3. June 2026
  4. Windhoek Observer

    Nedbank Namibia has officially launched the 2026 NedbankKapana Cook-Off Competition

    Source

    Nedbank Namibia has officially launched the 2026 NedbankKapana Cook-Off Competition.

    Nedbank launches 2026 Kapana Cook-off launch
  5. New Era

    Nedbank Namibia is organizing the 2026 Nedbank Citi Dash running event

    Source

    Organisers of the 2026 Nedbank Citi Dash are aiming to attract 5 000 participants when the popular running event returns to Windhoek on 5 and 6 September at the Vegkop Stadium at Windhoek High School (WHS).

    Nedbank Citi Dash eyes record turnout
  6. The Namibian

    Nedbank Namibia is continuing to invest in sport, wellness, and community development

    Source

    We commend Nedbank Namibia for continuing to invest in sport, wellness, and community development.

    Nedbank Citi Dash aims to break 5 000 barrier
  7. Windhoek Observer

    Nedbank Namibia led debt funding for the Tumas Uranium Project

    Source

    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 jobs
  8. May 2026
  9. The Namibian

    Nedbank partnered to create league structure for Desert Ice T20 Challenge

    Source

    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 league
  10. The Namibian

    Nedbank Namibia is title sponsor of Nedbank Desert Dash

    Source

    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 Dash
  11. Windhoek Observer

    Nedbank Namibia recorded impairment growth of 167% between June 2015 and December 2025

    Source

    Bank Windhoek's impairments increased by 252%, while Nedbank Namibia recorded growth of 167%.

    Banks recover from pandemic impairment surge
  12. Windhoek Observer

    Nedbank is acting as lead arranger for the Tumas project's debt financing package

    Source

    Nedbank is acting as lead arranger for the project's debt financing package.

    Major mining developments continued to advance in 2025
  13. Windhoek Observer

    Nedbank Namibia held client engagement meetings in Rundu and Katima Mulilo

    Source

    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 Katima
Society

Maths programme reaches 40 000 learners via teacher training

The News

A mathematics support programme implemented by the Namibia Mathematics Institute with FirstRand Namibia Foundation funding has reached approximately 40 000 grade 10 and 11 learners across Namibia by training about 200 teachers in eight education regions over five years, equipping educators with practical classroom skills and learning resources.

17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Friday 17 July

  1. Maths programme reaches 40 000 learners via teacher training

    A mathematics support programme implemented by the Namibia Mathematics Institute with FirstRand Namibia Foundation funding has reached approximately 40 000 grade 10 and 11 learners across Namibia by training about 200 teachers in eight education regions over five years, equipping educators with practical classroom skills and learning resources.

    17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

  2. Maths initiative reaches 40,000 learners via teacher training

    A mathematics support programme implemented by the Namibia Mathematics Institute and funded by the FirstRand Namibia Foundation has reached an estimated 40,000 grade 10 and 11 learners across Namibia by training teachers with practical classroom skills and learning resources over five years.

    17 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Thursday 9 July

  1. Bank of Namibia wins Supreme Court appeal on DRC general's funds

    The Bank of Namibia won a Supreme Court appeal upholding its decision to forfeit more than N$40 million in a Nedbank Namibia account belonging to retired Democratic Republic of Congo general François Olenga to the state, reversing a High Court decision from June last year that had set aside the forfeiture.

    9 July 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Nedbank launches 2026 Kapana Cook-Off competition

    Nedbank Namibia has launched the 2026 Nedbank Kapana Cook-Off Competition, designed to empower informal food vendors and professional chefs by transforming culinary talent into sustainable businesses. The competition will feature three regional rounds in Swakopmund, Oshakati, and Windhoek in August and September, with a grand finale on 3 October in Katutura, Windhoek.

    30 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Thursday 18 June

  1. Nedbank Citi Dash targets 5,000 runners in 2026

    Organisers of the 2026 Nedbank Citi Dash aim to attract 5,000 participants when the running event returns to Windhoek on 5 and 6 September at Vegkop Stadium. The event has grown from a city race into a platform promoting health, fitness and community engagement, with participation rising to over 3,000 in recent years.

    18 June 2026 · New Era

  2. Nedbank Citi Dash targets 5,000 participants with expanded race options

    The sixth edition of the Nedbank Citi Dash, scheduled for 6 September, aims to break through 5,000 entrants by adding 5km and 10km races. The event has grown from 2,400 participants in 2024 to about 3,000 in 2025, with reduced entry fees for under-18 athletes to encourage youth participation.

    18 June 2026 · The Namibian

Sunday 7 June

  1. NamPost appoints Rivan Meyer as Financial Services Executive

    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.

    7 June 2026 · Informanté

Monday 1 June

  1. Mining sector sustains 166,000 jobs in 2025

    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

Thursday 21 May

  1. Women cricketers compete in Nedbank Desert Ice T20 Challenge

    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

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Nedbank Desert Dash entries open in June for 2026

    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

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Namibia's largest banks' loan impairments peak then recover post-pandemic

    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

Thursday 7 May

  1. Namibia's major uranium, gold, copper projects advance in 2025

    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

  2. Nedbank holds client engagement meetings in Rundu and Katima

    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

Wednesday 22 April

  1. Nedbank wins sixth Commerzbank STP award for payment services

    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

Monday 20 April

  1. Nedbank and NamPower launch sustainable financing framework

    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

Sunday 19 April

  1. NamPower lists N$5 billion note programme on NSX for capital access

    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

Saturday 18 April

  1. NamPower lists N$5 billion note programme on NSX

    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

Friday 17 April

  1. NamPower lists N$5 billion note programme on NSX

    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

Thursday 16 April

  1. Nedbank invests N$760,000 in employee and dependent education

    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

  2. Namibian banks deny fraud refunds despite rising losses

    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

Wednesday 15 April

  1. Khomas captain reflects on pressure, loss at netball tournament

    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

Sunday 5 April

  1. Nedbank adds games and banking services to newspaper cup tournament

    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

Thursday 2 April

  1. Keetmanshoop prepares for 24th Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup

    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

Wednesday 1 April

  1. South African banks deny insider fraud, but court cases prove otherwise

    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

Tuesday 31 March

  1. Omusati eyes third Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup title

    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

  2. Kunene, Kavango East defend Newspaper Cup titles in April

    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

  3. Metropolitan funds N$140,000 for youth athletes in Newspaper Cup

    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

Saturday 28 March

  1. Namibian Newspaper Cup marks 25 years of youth development

    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

  2. 24th Nedbank Namibian Newspaper Cup set for April

    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

Thursday 26 March

  1. Omusati pursues third Newspaper Cup title in April

    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

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