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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

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  1. December 2024
  2. The Namibian

    Nedbank Namibia supports the Newspaper Cup

    Source

    Supported by Nedbank, the Newspaper Cup is arguably the most prominent youth football and netball development tournament in the country.

    Kunene to host Newspaper Cup
  3. November 2024
  4. The Namibian

    Nedbank Namibia sponsored the Africa Cup tournament to the tune of N$100,000

    Source

    Sponsored by Nedbank Namibia to the tune of N$100 000, the Africa Cup will feature eight 45-over matches.

    Over 50's Africa Cup underway
  5. February 2024
  6. The Namibian

    Nedbank Namibia deferred indefinitely Cycle Challenge following death of president Hage Geingob

    Source

    This weekend's Nedbank Cycle Challenge has been indefinitely postponed following the death of president Hage Geingob, the organisers said.

    Nedbank defers Cycle Challenge
  7. January 2024
  8. The Namibian

    Nedbank has been at the forefront of the growth of cycling in Namibia

    Source

    Nedbank has been at the forefront of the growth of cycling in Namibia, consistently supporting and nurturing remarkable new talent.

    Nedbank continues cycling development
  9. The Namibian

    Nedbank Namibia will host the 2024 Windhoek Pedal Power Race Series starting January 14

    Source

    The Nedbank Windhoek Pedal Power (WPP) Race Series will kickstart the 2024 cycling season on Sunday, 14 January, on the Dordabis Road, east of Windhoek.

    Dordabis road race kicks off cycling season
  10. December 2023
  11. The Namibian

    Nedbank Namibia dubbed Konny Looser 'the man, the myth, the legend'

    Source

    Swiss national, Konny Looser, dubbed by Nedbank Namibia as "the man, the myth, the legend" on Saturday crossed the Desert Dash finish line first for the seventh time – more than any other participant.

    Looser dashes to seventh Desert Dash win
  12. November 2023
  13. The Namibian

    Nedbank has enabled the team's journey to the starting line through sponsorship

    Source

    Their journey to the starting line has been enabled by a sponsorship from Nedbank, which has a dual significance – to publicise the issue of period poverty in Namibia and to ensure that all their funds raised can flow directly to purchasing sanitary products.

    Blush Foundation’s fight against period poverty
  14. The Namibian

    Nedbank Namibia is sponsoring the 2023 National XCM MTB Marathon Championships

    Source

    The 2023 Nedbank Namibia National XCM MTB Marathon Championships will be held at the IJG Trails, at Farm Windhoek tomorrow morning.

    MTB Marathon Champs at IJG Trails
  15. The Namibian

    Nedbank Namibia leverages the annual Nedbank Desert Dash cycling event to support causes for positive change in Namibia

    Source

    Nedbank Namibia leverages the annual Nedbank Desert Dash, an iconic 397km cycling adventure through the challenging yet beautiful Namib Desert, as a means for 'doing good'.

    Cycling for Embo lye Haro Pre-Primary
  16. The Namibian

    Nedbank Namibia is the main sponsor of All4TheBabies

    Source

    Henckert is grateful that All4TheBabies has a trusted partner in Nedbank Namibia, which gives them the opportunity to focus solely on their cycling training and raising funds.

    Raising funds for a safe haven through Nedbank Desert Dash
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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