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Windhoek Observer
Von Lieres said the company is concerned about water levels in central area dams being below 45%
“Von Lieres said the company is a 'bit concerned about the water levels in the dams in central areas being below 45%.'”
NBL worried about water levels in central areasThe Namibian
Waldemar von Lieres said resilience and relentless drive enabled NBL to keep winning despite challenging macroeconomic environment
“"The resilience and relentless drive of our people, consumers and partners have enabled NBL to keep winning, delivering and transforming despite a challenging macroeconomic environment," NBL managing director Waldemar von Lieres says.”
Bernini boosts NBL’s cider volumesThe Namibian
Waldemar von Lieres said all three entities are pulling together to run event
“Speaking at the launch, NBL managing director Waldemar von Lieres said all three entities are pulling together to run the event.”
Oktoberfest goes back to rootsThe Namibian
Waldemar von Lieres says they will continue to support the sport despite current difficulties
“NBL managing director Waldemar von Lieres says they have supported the sport for many years and would continue to do so despite its current difficulties.”
Namibia Breweries reaffirms support for rugbyWindhoek Observer
Managing director Waldemar von Lieres said the company's water management strategy enabled it to cut water consumption by 8% in 2025 to 3.56 hl/hl
“Managing director Waldemar von Lieres said the company's water management strategy, based on reducing, reusing, recycling and reclaiming water, enabled it to cut water consumption by 8% in 2025 to 3.56 hectolitres of water per hectolitre of beer produced (hl/hl), down from 3.86 hl/hl in 2024.”
NBL invests over N$35.6 million in water-saving initiativesWindhoek Observer
NBL managing director Waldemar von Lieres said the programme supports UN Sustainable Development Goal 3.5 and aligns with NBL's sustainability strategy
“NBL managing director Waldemar von Lieres said the programme supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 3.5, which seeks to reduce alcohol-related harm, and aligns with the company's Brewing a Better Namibia 2030 sustainability strategy.”
NBL backs N$200 000 campaign to assess and curb drink-drivingThe Namibian
Waldemar von Lieres is managing director of NBL
“said Waldemar von Lieres, managing director of NBL.”
Namibia Breweries renews partnership with NRUNamibia Breweries Limited, WWF Namibia and the Global Water Challenge have signed a N$13 million, five-year agreement to strengthen water security in the Swakop River Basin and secure around 386 million litres of annual water benefits by 2030 through restoration and improved management of 153 hectares of land.
30 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia Breweries Limited, WWF Namibia and the Global Water Challenge have signed a N$13 million, five-year agreement to strengthen water security in the Swakop River Basin and secure around 386 million litres of annual water benefits by 2030 through restoration and improved management of 153 hectares of land.
30 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia Breweries Limited, WWF Namibia, and the Global Water Challenge have launched the Swakop Basin Collective Action Project, a five-year initiative (2026–2030) to boost water security and climate resilience in the Swakop River Basin through partnership between government, civil society, and the private sector.
29 October 2026 · Namibia Economist →
Namibia Breweries Limited has expressed concern over water levels in central region dams falling below 45% amid anticipated drought, though the company says it can pump from boreholes if needed. NBL has reduced water usage by 30% since 2024 and now uses 3.5 litres of water per litre of beer produced, targeting 2.4 litres per litre by 2030.
1 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia Breweries Limited posted 15% growth in cider volumes in the first half of the year, with Bernini and the new Bernini Mimosa variant contributing to the ready-to-drink range. However, the company faced headwinds including a 3% domestic beer volume decline, reduced wine volumes, a 38% drop in beer exports, and lower first-half profit following the expiry of its Heineken supply arrangement.
29 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The 2026 Windhoek Oktoberfest will be held at Sport Klub Windhoek grounds on 30–31 October, organised by Namibia Breweries Limited, O&L Group, and SKW. The festival will focus on traditional Bavarian customs, classic music, traditional games, and authentic food in response to public feedback, featuring Die Kirchdorfer and other entertainment alongside contests like log-sawing and brick-lifting.
3 September 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 →
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 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 →
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 →