… O&L executive chairperson Sven Thieme in a press release on Monday says the accreditation, verified by the Great Place to Work Institute, follows a trust index score of 69% for the current cycle. …
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- April 2026
… O&L Group executive chairperson Sven Thieme says there is a strong expectation of the president to discuss clear, practical measures that will unlock growth. …
President Nandi-Ndaitwah faces pressure over jobs, housing and fuel ahead of Sona… Ohlthaver & List (O&L) executive chairman Sven Thieme yesterday said the group predicts that high fuel prices would hit its distribution networks hard. …
Namibian food prices set to spike as rising fuel costs bite- March 2026
… ssion of Namibia’s landscapes, people and spirit. “I’m confident that Maryke’s passion for crafting extraordinary guest experiences and her authentic, caring and passionate leadership style will continue to inspire a commitment to excellence across the business,” said Sven Thieme …
Maryke van Lill to lead O&L Leisure- February 2026
… Other notable business experts steering the Task Force are Vetumbuavi ‘Green’ Mungunda, Rollie Venter, central bank governor Ebson Uanguta, and Titus Nampala, shepherded by local business mogul and former Ramblers FC hard-tackling defender Sven Thieme.
Tales of the Legends – In conversation with razor-sharp liberal footie-cum-economist- January 2026
… Executive chairman Sven Thieme describes the year as one that demanded both discipline and decisive leadership, as the group navigated uncertainty while remaining focused on long-term priorities. …
O&L posts N$5.05 billion revenue, profit up 94%- December 2025
… O&L Leisure managing director Sven Thieme says the bush dinner experience represents O&L Leisure’s strategy to position its portfolio of five-star properties as destinations which deliver “seven-star experiences”. …
Etosha lodge unveils ‘7-star’ traditional dining- February 2025
The executive chairman of the Ohlthaver & List Group, Sven Thieme, said he was out of the country when founding president Sam Nujoma died on Saturday, and was shocked to hear the news. …
Nujoma’s vision was inspirational – Thieme- August 2024
… Another beneficiary of the exemption is Sonja Thieme, the sister of business mogul Sven Thieme. …
Politicians, business people exempted from land tax- May 2018
… Namibian business leader Sven Thieme loves the adage “if you love what you do, you never have to work a day in your life”. …
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Ohlthaver & List earns Great Place to Work accreditation
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The Ohlthaver & List Group has secured Great Place to Work accreditation for 2026/27, with a trust index score of 69%, and reports that 11 of its operating companies achieved individual certifications. The company links the achievement to progress toward Vision 2029 targets, including a goal to reach earnings before interest and taxes of N$2.5 billion by June 2029.
28 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Tuesday 28 April
Ohlthaver & List earns Great Place to Work accreditation
The Ohlthaver & List Group has secured Great Place to Work accreditation for 2026/27, with a trust index score of 69%, and reports that 11 of its operating companies achieved individual certifications. The company links the achievement to progress toward Vision 2029 targets, including a goal to reach earnings before interest and taxes of N$2.5 billion by June 2029.
28 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Thursday 9 April
President Nandi-Ndaitwah faces pressure on jobs, housing, fuel ahead of Sona
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is expected to address employment creation, housing affordability, fuel prices, and service delivery in today's state of the nation address. Politicians, businesses, civil society, and economists are calling for practical solutions and progress reports on previous commitments, including the 500,000 jobs target and structural economic reforms.
9 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Sunday 5 April
Namibian retailers warn of imminent food price hikes from fuel costs
Rising fuel costs are expected to drive up distribution and import expenses, prompting major retailers and suppliers to increase prices over coming months. Economists warn that Namibia's heavy reliance on food imports from South Africa, combined with higher transport and production costs, will push inflation higher and hit low-income households hardest.
5 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Sunday 15 March
Maryke van Lill appointed managing director of O&L Leisure
O&L Leisure has appointed Maryke van Lill as managing director, effective 1 March, following more than 15 years of experience in marketing, brand strategy and client leadership. Van Lill, who previously served as general manager of marketing for the hospitality division, will join the O&L Group executive team and lead the business's strategic direction focused on sustainable growth and premium brand positioning.
15 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Friday 13 February
Footballer and economist appointed to Namibia's Economic Recovery Task Force
Harry, a Walvis Bay-born defender and accounting graduate, has risen from playing for Ramblers FC to serving as club president since 2013 and has now been appointed by President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwa to the newly established Economic Recovery Task Force alongside other business experts.
13 February 2026 · New Era →
Tuesday 13 January
O&L revenue grows 4.4% to N$5.05 billion, operating profit surges 94%
Ohlthaver & List Group posted revenue of N$5.05 billion in 2025 with a 94% increase in operating profit to N$363.7 million, as the group pursued its Vision 2029 strategic objectives. The group spent N$532.8 million on capital expenditure across infrastructure modernisation, manufacturing upgrades, and strategic acquisitions including full ownership of technology firm Mach 10 and premium hospitality properties Le Mirage and Divava.
13 January 2026 · The Namibian →