Windhoek Observer

Hertta-Maria Amutenja Eight young Namibians have secured internships after completing a two-week technical training program through CodeConnect Namibia, run by the non-profit organisation African Connection. The training was conducted under the Binary Program, in partnership with Document Warehouse.  Participants were introduced to the company’s systems and records management tools. Boitshepo Pieters, operations manager at The African Connection, said the initiative aims to address a lack of opportunities in the technology sector. “The African Connection was inspired by the need to bridge the gap between ambition and opportunity for Namibia's youth. Recognising the global shift towards technology-driven economies, the organisation aimed…

Niël Terblanché The Caltex fuel brand has officially returned to the Namibian market with the launch of a newly rebranded service station in Windhoek, operated by Bachmus Oil and Fuel Supplies (Pty) Ltd. The new service station, located in the Southern Industrial area, represents the first of several planned outlets to operate under the Caltex brand following a strategic partnership between Bachmus and Chevron Brands International LLC. The managing director of Bachmus, Corne van Schalkwyk, said that Caltex has long-standing ties to Namibia. “This is a proud and historic moment for Bachmus. The Caltex brand holds a special place in…

Justicia Shipena  The European Union delegation to Namibia has invested N$1 million to support local crafters in the Khomas and Zambezi regions. This investment was made through the EU-Namibia Craft Project, under the Cultural Relations Platform. In this regard, 11 elected artisans took part in a workshop at the Penduka Training Centre in Windhoek. The training focused on product development, pricing, packaging and storytelling. Artisans gained hands-on experience in turning their ideas into market-ready products, especially in jewellery, beadwork and corporate gifts. “This workshop has helped build those foundations. We are investing N$1 million to support local crafters in the…

Justicia Shipena  The Namibian Competition Commission (NaCC) says the Pepkor Holding merger with national clothing retailer Big Daddy Clothing will strengthen an already dominant market position.  The NaCC said it could also give the merging parties the ability to facilitate coordination. On Tuesday, the commission announced the approval of 13 mergers, following a meeting held on 8 May 2025. The first merger involves JD Financial Services Proprietary Limited acquiring the retail furniture segment of OK Bazaars Namibia Ltd, including the Furniture Debtors Book. JD Financial Services, which operates across various sectors such as retail, fintech, and strategic services, has extended…