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| Barley project taken to Prime Minister |
Date Published: 2011-07-06 |
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Ambitious plans to grown barley in Namibia took centre stage recently during a courtesy visit of representatives of Namibia Breweries (NBL) to Prime Minister Nahas Angula. The team lead by Desmond van Jaarsveld, Managing Director, gave an update on the feasibility study which has meanwhile commenced with a seeding event on 17 June at Omahanene, Omusati Region.
Earlier NBL announced it has teamed up with stakeholders to conduct a feasibility study and trials to establish Namibia’s potential to supply some of the company’s malted barley requirements. Currently, NBL procures its entire barley requirements from Europe. Says Desmond van Jaarsveld: ”We have secured the support of our Namibian government through the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Forestry, the University of Namibia, and the support of experts in seeds and barley malting.” He adds that NBL and the project partners aim to create a reliable market for Namibian growers of barley while contributing to employment creation in the country.
Caption: Bearers of good news…Namibia Breweries’ Gideon Shilongo (Manager: Corporate Affairs, far left), Desmond van Jaarsveld (3rd from left) and Rosemary Shippiki (Senior Brand Manager, far right) paid a courtesy call to Prime Minister Nahas Angula who is joined by Caroline Sitongo (Special Advisor: Prime Minister’s Office).
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| NBL - Cheers to Heineken |
Date Published: 2011-07-06 |
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Anthony Williams, winner (1st from left), Desmond van Jaarsveld, NBL Managing Director (2nd from left ), Joao Sardinha, winner (3rd from left) and James Maswahu, NBL Sales team (4th from left ). The two lucky winners recently left to London (UK) on a fully sponsored Heineken trip to watch the Heineken UEFA Champions league finals between Manchester United and Barcelona live at the Wembley Stadium.
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| Namibian barley growing project takes off |
Date Published: 2011-07-06 |
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A partnership aimed at establishing the feasibility of growing barley in Namibia has taken off with a ceremonial seeding event held on 17 June at Omahenene Research station in the Omusati region with guest of honour John Mutorwa, Minister of Agriculture, Water and Forestry.
Following initial discussions in 2010 with Epia (O&L’s Empowerment partner), and subsequent involvement of NBL’s barley suppliers in Europe the idea was born to commission the feasibility of growing barley in Namibia. Malted barley, hops and water are the only three ingredients used in the brewing of NBL’ Reinheitsgebot beer.
Says Desmond van Jaarsveld, Managing Director of NBL, “I am happy to say that we have received a tremendous support and goodwill from various sectors specifically the Ministry of Agriculture, University of Namibia (UNAM), our Empowerment partner Epia, and not least by our barley suppliers.”
The study is to be conducted in two phases: Phase 1 encompasses scientific trials on a number of barley varieties which may be suitable to Namibia’s climatic conditions and ultimately properties in line with NBL’ Reinheitsgebot brewing standards. Phase 2 will determine the best malting options.
Malting is a value adding process whereby grains are made to germinate by soaking in water, then halted from germinating further by drying them with hot air.
Caption: F.l.t.r.: Mr. Atty (local businessman), Desmond van Jaarsveld (NBL), Sophia Shaningwa (Governor Omusati Region) and John Mutorwa (MoAWF)
Caption: The scientific research trials are making use of markers such as this one.
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| NBL - Forum launched for cleaner environment |
Date Published: 2011-07-06 |
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The inaugural meeting of the Recycle Namibia Forum took place at Namibia Breweries Limited on 07 June 2011. Present at the forum were the current partners, Namibia Breweries, City of Windhoek, Rent-A-Drum, Collect-A-Can, 4H Namibia, Plastic Packaging and Nuevas Ideas and the Ministry of Environment and Tourism which is a strategic partner of the forum.
Dr Kalumbi Shangula, Permanent Secretary of Ministry of Environment and Tourism, officially inaugurated the meeting and confirmed that the Ministry would be a strategic partner to the forum. In his inaugural address Dr. Kalumbi Shangula said; “I applaud all the partners that are taking part in recycling initiatives to support and sustain environmental practices and for having converted a range of ideas into action.” He also said: “if international agreements cannot be achieved, it lies with the national governments and citizens to take necessary actions.”
The Recycle Namibia Forum (RNF) is a non-political and non-profit making organisation which promotes and facilitates recycling with the general Namibian public. The following organisations have thus far committed as members of the forum: 4H Namibia, Collect-A-Can, the City of Windhoek, Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL), Mondipak, Plastic Packaging, Rent-A-Drum, Namibia Dairies, The Glass Recycling Company, Khomasdal Superspar and Nuevas Ideas. Organisations work together as members of the Recycle Namibia Forum (RNF) on projects supporting the 3R’s (reduce, reuse, recycle).
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| Bank Windhoek 2011 Cancer Apple Project |
Date Published: 2011-06-16 |
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Hangana Seafood (Pty) Ltd participated in the very successful Bank Windhoek Cancer Apple project, where apples were donated to the state Hospital, Kuisebmond Old Age Home, Jonah Children’s Home as well as Kuisebmond Promiseland – refuge for kids.
Thank you to the Hangana volunteers: Balbina Augamus, Emelda van Wyk, Lucia Tjavara and Tanja Payne who made this possible by distributing the apples to the needy people of our community.
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| O&L Emergency Relief Fund |
Date Published: 2011-06-15 |
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During the month of April O&L Employees embarked upon the initiative to raise funds for the flood-stricken Northern region of the country that affected many of our employees and the community in the flooded area’s lives.
Through this initiative our caring employees decided to give back to the community and society at large as a manifestation of our own personal social responsibility.
We as employees of the O&L Group collected a total of N$ 43 882.89 in aid of the Northern floods. The collection was officially handed over to the Office of the Prime Minister on Friday, 10 June, who will further ensure that the money collected is used for its purpose.
This is indeed a commendable effort by our staff who has proven that we live up to our values such as “We all serve” and “Naturally Namibia today for tomorrow”.
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| Edgars opens Namibia's biggest retail store in Wernhil |
Date Published: 2011-06-14 |
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The Ohlthaver & List Group of Companies, together with its subsidiary Broll Namibia, announces the opening of the brand new Edgars store at Wernhil Park. Not only is this store one of the largest retail outlets in Namibia, but is also ranked within the top 10 of all Edgars stores in Southern Africa in terms of size.
The new and highly anticipated Edgars Emporium opened its doors on 1 June 2011 and is sure to dazzle all existing and new customers The new Edgars will cover nearly 6’200 square meters, offering space, an adventurous blend of colour, fabrics, fashion and brands all under one roof!
Several major retailers such as Truworths, Foschini, Identity, Mr. Price Home, Mr Price Sport (a first in Namibia) Dunn’s and the new ATM court have already commenced trading from their new locations within the southern and northern retail malls.
Other exciting shops that will open in Wernhil Park’s northern mall within the next 45 to 60 days are: Due South, Total Sports, Milady’s, Sterns, Fashion Express and Sheet-Street. These retailers will further strengthen Wernhil Park’s overall tenant mix and enhance the retail experience offered to our shoppers.
Says Marco Wenk, Managing Director of Broll Namibia: “We also look forward to the newly upgraded and extended Taxi Rank facility which has been completely redesigned to ensure a more efficient traffic flow. The new Taxi facility should be completed by latest mid July 2011. Further to this, and to ensure even more convenience for our shoppers, Wernhil Park has added an additional 750 parking bays as part of its extension which will be available to the public early in June 2011”.
“Join us as we celebrate the new Edgars store in Wernhil Park where you stand a chance to win great in- store opening prizes. With all the new and exciting retailers who have opened their doors, the new Wernhil Park Shopping Centre offers an all-in one experience to its loyal clients and a treat for the whole family”, said Marco Wenk.
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| Apprentice Brewers receive finishing touches in Germany |
Date Published: 2011-05-27 |
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Apprentice brewers of Namibia Breweries leave for Germany this week to attend a 6 months vocational training in Ulm/Germany as part of the company’s Apprentice Brewers training programme.
Christian Müller, Master Brewer at Namibia Breweries, said the apprentices have over the past 3 years been trained and mentored by NBL’s senior brewers. Says Müller: “We have prepared our apprentices well both practically and theoretically. Their stay in Germany, a country with a rich brewing tradition and the birthplace of the Reinheitsgebot, will be extremely valuable as it adds that something special which is needed to become a Brewer with heart and soul.”
He adds that he looks forward welcoming them back in Namibia as Namibian-trained, German-qualified, and internationally accredited Brewers upon the conclusion of their brewers’ exam conducted by the German Chamber of Industry and Commerce.
Running in its 5th consecutive year, the Apprentice Brewers training programme forms part of Namibia Breweries’ internal skills development programmes.
Caption: Ready to further hone their brewing skills...Terence Makari, Human Resources Manager, (1st from left); Christian Müller, Master Brewer, (2nd from left) and Desmond van Jaarsveld, Managing Director, (far right) recently bade farewell to NBL’s Brewing Apprentices Erich Godenschweig, Vincent Philander and Donwell du Plessis (F.l.t.r.).
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| Tafel Lager backs “Hart van Windhoek” |
Date Published: 2011-05-27 |
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Tafel Lager together with other partners was proud to be the host at the recent media launch of the Huisgenoot Hart van Windhoek 2011 extravaganza. Vido Tjozongoro, Brand Manager at Namibia Breweries, said: “2010 marked the first Huisgenoot Hart van Windhoek event, which was the biggest music show that Namibia ever experienced. The event attracted an audience of more than 18,000 fans and I am confidently briefed by the organisers that this year we are aiming to even draw a bigger crowd. I am indeed very proud for Tafel Lager to be a title sponsor of this special event for the second time.”
Namibia Breweries and specifically the brand Tafel Lager have played a significant role over numerous years in developing the Namibian music industry - by investing in the support of local artists - and secondly by inviting musicians from the region and Africa at large. Tafel Lager will continue to play an integral part in bringing special music moments to the Namibian nation.
Tjozongoro: “Being associated with other great / big sponsors like FNB Namibia, Shoprite, HilltopLive and the Huisgenoot to name but a few, I have no doubt in my mind that the 2011 event will be a bigger and better one.”
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| NBL Ambassadors 2010 crowned |
Date Published: 2011-04-05 |
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On 16 March 2011 Namibia Breweries Limited and Windhoek Lager hosted a glittering gala event at which the NBL Namibian Ambassador of the year 2010 was revealed. The guest list comprised of the “Who is Who” of Namibia and Right Honourable Nahas Angula, Prime Minister of the Republic of Namibia was the guest of honour and key note speaker. Guests were entertained by Ludik with his song “Keep it real” in true Windhoek Lager fashion, while the beautiful sounds of the Trio Feminale were balsam for the soul in-between. Neville Basson took the guests through the formal programme (with some tongue-in-cheek humour, of course) and a great time was had by all. The top three winners were Gwen Lister (2nd runner-up), Paulus Nangonya (first runner-up) and NBL Namibian Ambassador of the year 2010 is Dr. Helena Ndume. The evening was concluded with the sounds of DJ Ritcuko.
Caption: F.l.t.r.: Desmond van Jaarsveld (NBL), Sven Thieme (Ohlthaver & List), Gwen Lister, Dr. Libertine Amadhila, Dr. Helena Ndume, Paulus Nangonya’s mother, Nahas Angula (Prime Minister).
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| NBL Namibian Ambassador donates to Family Hope Services |
Date Published: 2011-04-05 |
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Katutura-based Family of Hope Services on 24 February 2011 received a donation of stationery valued at N$ 5000 including items such as dictionaries, paper, books and manuscripts valued as part of the NBL Namibian Ambassador of the year programme. as part of the NBL Namibian Ambassador of the year programme. Operating from Mondays to Saturdays, Family of Hope Services is a remedial reform school which prepares the children for school integration. The establishment caters for 125 orphans and vulnerable children between the ages of 6 -15 which includes feeding the children.
Family of Hope Services was chosen by Mrs Lloyde Meroro, who had nominated Nianell, NBL Namibian Ambassador of January 2011. In recognising her participation, Mrs Merero received a N$ 5000 (five thousand) cash contribution during a hand-over held at Namibia Breweries.
Established in 2001, Family of Hope Services is a registered non-profit welfare organisation. The organisation is a member of the Namibia Network of AIDS Services Organisations (NANASO)
Caption1: Patricia Hoeksema, NBL’s Corporate Social Investment Manager (left), and Abigail Mphosa, Director and Founder of the Family of Hope Services, are seen with children at the hand-over of the stationery. Mrs. Lloyde Merero (far right) looks on.
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| Apprentice brewers excel in exam |
Date Published: 2011-04-05 |
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The results of the 2010 theoretical brewing classes (“Block-weeks”) for Namibia Breweries’ Brewing apprentices have been announced recently with young Roan Myburgh accomplishing an impressive average score of 77.9%.
Hot on his heels were Cureso Bull and Ashley Januarie with 77.4% and 77.1% respectively.
In recognition of his achievements, Roan clinched a “Mule trekking tour through the fish river canyon for 2 people” donated by Mr. Frank Gauger of Specialty malt producer Weyermann Malz in Germany.
Block-weeks are the theoretical in-house classes for NBL’s Brewing apprentices during their three years apprenticeship at the company. The classes are held every 3 to 4 months and include topics such as barley and malting, hops, Wort preparation, fermentation, yeast management, beer packaging and dispensing. The apprenticeship includes a 6 months vocational school (Berufsschule) in Ulm/Germany. The apprenticeship is concluded with a brewers’ exam conducted by the German Chamber of Industry and Commerce.
Caption: Keeper of the Reinheitsgebot brewing method Christian Müller (Master Brewer, right) is joined by Brewing apprentices Roan Myburgh, Ashley Januarie and Cureso Bull (f.l.t.r.).
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| Wernhil Park Phase 3 |
Date Published: 2011-03-24 |
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The Ohlthaver and List Group of Companies announced that construction of Phase 3 of Wernhil Park is still progressing well and within schedule. Marco Wenk, Managing Director of Broll Namibia has announced that construction at the Southern mall extension is nearing completion, with the Northern mall extension’s completion date having been set for end of June 2011.
“Several major retailers have received their shops for fit-out and some tenants such as Mr. Price Home and Foschini have already started trading at their new locations situated in the southern mall. All other major tenants trading in the southern mall, located next to our upper parking area, which include Mr. Price Sport and Truworths will be open for trade before the end of March 2011. Tenants trading on the northern mall side above the taxi rank will commence trading as from 1 June 2011.”
Upon completion, Wernhil Park will boast with some new and exciting shops, some of which (i.e. Mr. Price Sport) will be a first for Namibia. The new and highly anticipated Edgars store opening on 1 June 2011, is sure to dazzle all existing and new clients, and will be one of the largest retailers yet to open its doors in Namibia. Wernhil will furthermore add approximately 750 parking bays as part of its extension, increasing its total parking bays to approximately 1,500. Other exciting shops opening in Wernhil will be Total Sports, Miladys, Sterns, Fashion Express, as well as a new and exciting restaurant, to name but a few.
“We also look forward to the new taxi rank facility which is due to be completed by the end of April 2011, and which will be completely redesigned to ensure a more efficient traffic flow to enable more taxi vehicles to pass through the facility at a faster rate.
I would like to thank our loyal clients for bearing with us during the time of construction. We assure you that the new Wernhil Park Shopping Centre will be a treat for the whole family,” says Marco Wenk.
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| NBL - Venantia Otto crowned NBL Ambassador for February |
Date Published: 2011-03-09 |
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Suspense is mounting as the first edition of the NBL Namibian Ambassador 2010 programme draws to a grand finale with the judges having recently crowned Namibian model-actress Venantia Otto (23) as the winner for February 2011.
A winner of the Nokia Face of Africa competition in 2006, Venantia Otto has ever since been travelling the world modelling in Africa, Europe and the United States. Venantia has appeared in all leading South African magazines including a cover for Elle magazine. She has played a leading role in "Nama" – a short movie shot in the Namib Desert. "Nama" was screened at the Namibian film festival and received an award for “Best experimental Feature” at the New York International Independent Film and Video Festival. Says Venantia Otto: “I want to encourage all young people in Namibia to dream big and make their dreams come true. Life is not always easy but instead of worrying about a problem - change it into a positive challenge.”
Patrick Hashingola, Corporate Communication Manager at Namibia Breweries, says this has brought the number of monthly NBL Namibian Ambassadors to eight. The top three and ultimate Overall NBL Ambassador 2010 will be revealed during a gala dinner slated for 16 March in Windhoek. He says the judges had selected a young, striving and celebrated Namibian who, despite her tender age, had brought tremendous pride to Namibia and its people.
Launched as part of Namibia Breweries’ 90th Anniversary in June 2010, the programme aims to celebrate Namibian roles model who have received international recognition for Namibia. The monthly winners have been Dr. Laurie Marker (July 2010), Dr. Helena Ndume (August 2010), Paulus Nangonya (September 2010), Marlice van Vuuren (October 2010), Gwen Lister (November 2010), Tinus Matyayi (December 2010), Nianell (January 2011) and Venantia Otto (February 2011).
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| Wernhil Park donates to needy children |
Date Published: 2011-03-09 |
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Wernhil Park Shopping Centre donated stationery to Havana Primary School in Katutura recently, in order to enable a better learning environment at the school.
Havana Primary School was established in 2007 with 400 learners and 11 teachers.
The school is growing rapidly due to the influx of people into the area, and has grown to 1150 learners and 36 teachers in 2011. The community has a high unemployment rate consisting mostly of young single mothers.
Andreas Katangolo, principal of Havana Primary School, says: “This sponsorship has come at the right time of the year and is mostly justified in the sense that our school mostly consist of vulnerable children from very poor families. Most of our learners do not have stationery at all, the ones that have shares with the rest needy. The donation is in good hands and will definitely be put to good use.”
Wernhil Park and its Property Manager Broll Namibia, has set their focus on educational support as a sustainable long-term commitment, according to Katherine Newaka, marketing and communication officer at Wernhil Park.
“ An investment into the curbing of these problem is in Wernhil’s best interest. Education is one of Namibia’s social issues that we feel passionate about and donating to Havana will make an impact in our communities,” she said.
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| Hangana Seafood (Pty) Ltd received a Diamond Arrow Award for 2010 |
Date Published: 2011-03-09 |
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Hangana Seafood had been nominated and won the 1st overall outstanding award (see attached), as the fishing company that had done most in their sectors over the past 12 months to stimulate the economic growth and development in Namibia; and who have demonstrated exceptional managerial and corporate governance qualities during the same period.
The awards are always the end result of a survey / research process done by PMR.africa whereby companies, departments, institutions and individuals are nominated and rated by respondents (CEO’s, MD’s, business owners, company directors, senior national and local government officials based in Namibia) against specific attributes or criteria.
The Diamond Arrow Award is highest rated award and rated at least 4.10 out of 5.00 (equivalent to outstanding). Hangana Seafood (Pty) Ltd had a rating of 4.30!!
THE PURPOSE OF THE PMR.africa AWARDS
• To create a global and unique marketing tool for the company, department and/or institution
• To enhance excellence in industry
• To set a bench mark in industry
• To acknowledge all personnel and staff
We take pride in our achievement!
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| Wernhil Park Phase 3 |
Date Published: 2011-02-17 |
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Windhoek, 16 February 2011
The Ohlthaver and List Group of Companies has announced that construction of Phase 3 of Wernhil Park is progressing according to schedule, with several prominent retailers already busy fitting out their stores. Marco Wenk, Managing Director of Broll Namibia has announced that construction at the Southern mall extension is nearing completion, with the Northern mall extension’s completion date having been set for end of June 2011.
“Several major retailers have received their shops for fit-out which can take up to 2 – 3 months to complete especially for the bigger shops such as Edgars and Truworths. We are extremely excited that everything is on track and can say with confidence that we are on schedule and all major tenants trading in the southern mall, located next to our upper parking area, will be open for trade by the end of March 2011. Tenants trading on the northern mall side above the taxi rank will commence trading as from 1 June 2011.”
Upon completion, Wernhil Park will boast with some new and exciting shops, which will be a first for Namibia such as Mr Price Sport and DFX. The new Edgars store opening on 1 June 2011, and which is sure to dazzle all existing and new clients, will be one of the largest retailers yet to open in Namibia. Wernhil will furthermore add approximately 750 parking bays as part of its extension, increasing its total parking bays to approximately 1,500. Other exciting shops opening in Wernhil will be Total Sports, Miladys, Sterns, Fashion Express, as well as a new and exciting restaurant, to name but a few.
“We also look forward to the new taxi rank facility which was completely redesigned to ensure a more efficient traffic flow to enable more taxi vehicles to pass through the facility at a faster rate”, continued Marco Wenk. “The new taxi rank has been designed by traffic engineers with both the taxi drivers and passengers in mind, thus ensuring increased capacity for a smoother flow of vehicles and also a pedestrian friendly environment which will allow commuters and shoppers to reach the mall safely once being dropped off by the taxi operator. The informal traders will also be provided with more formal stalls as well as brand new bathroom facilities.”
When asked about some of the challenges that Broll Namibia was faced with during construction, Marco Wenk said that the company did not experience any major hick-ups at all. “Our biggest challenge has been the fact that overall a development to an existing centre always comes with a certain level of inconvenience to both shoppers and our existing retailers. In addition to this, limited parking was available over the season period during December but still we managed to record nearly 1,1 million people passing through our entrance for that month. Our aim is to ensure we keep the shopping environment as welcoming and conducive to shopping as possible - despite construction work. I would like to thank our loyal clients for bearing with us. We know that the noise and dust at times was not a pleasure and yet you still supported us.
Thank you once again and we assure you that the new Wernhil Park Shopping Centre will have been worth the wait.”
Issued by:
Roux-ché Locke
Group Manager: Public Relations
Ohlthaver & List Group of Companies
c/o Fidel Castro and Independence Avenue
Tel: 061-2075207 – Fax: 061-255599
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| Ocean Basket 2010 World AIDS Day Fundraiser |
Date Published: 2011-02-17 |
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Windhoek, 1 February 2011
Kilimanjaro Trading - a subsidiary of the Ohlthaver & List Group of Companies – through its restaurant franchise, Ocean Basket, held a fish and chips promotion on 1 December 2010. This coincided with World AIDS Day and the proceeds in the amount of N$ 7000,00 of the day were allocated to the Christ’s Hope International ministry.
Ocean Basket has since its inception in 2003 committed to donate its Famous Fish and Chips proceeds on 01 December every year toward Orphans and Vulnerable Children affected and infected by HIV/AIDS. It is the vision of the company to build sustainable businesses that will enhance the social and economical wellbeing of the Namibian Society, and the investment in our children is a secure investment in our future.
Christ’s Hope International is a global ministry that is committed to bringing the life-changing message of Jesus Christ to those infected with or affected by the AIDS pandemic. This international organization, registered in Namibia, is currently operating in fifteen countries.
The vision of Christ’s Hope International, working towards an AIDS free world, is being implemented using a three-pronged approach: Prevention, Care and Compassion, and Nurturing of orphans and vulnerable children.
As an organization, Christ’s Hope International developed a model whereby they keep children as long as possible with their families in the community.
Issued by:
Roux-ché Locke
Group Manager: Public Relations
Ohlthaver & List Group of Companies
c/o Fidel Castro and Independence Avenue
Tel: 061-2075207 – Fax: 061-255599
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| O&L TAP Candidates –(Talent Attraction programme) |
Date Published: 2011-02-14 |
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On 2 February 2011 the Ohlthaver and List Group of Companies introduced the nine youngsters that have been employed within the O+L Group of Companies as part of the TAP – Talent Attraction programme. A media conference was held at O+L and very well attended by the media, O+L and the MD’s of the companies where our new employees will start their careers.
In his address our Executive Chairman Sven Thieme said: “Today we are here to celebrate employment issues, namely the Talent Attraction Programme by the O&L Group of Companies. This is the fourth year and this program is contributing significantly to the success of the Group. I have the honour and privilege of welcome you to the O&L Group of Companies and to wish you all the best in your new endeavours. I am proud - yet humble, to say that this company looks after its people very well – provided that they also show ultimate loyalty, commitment and dedication to their job and the company at large. In today’s job market it is not just enough to do your job. If you genuinely want to achieve something in life and move up the proverbial corporate ladder you must go that extra mile. There is a lot of competition out there and we, at O&L retain only the best.
Berthold Mukuahima, Our Group Human Capital Director said that the main purpose of the programme is to really ensure adequate supply of skills for the group, which is essential for the long term sustainability and strategy of the company.
He went on to elaborate a bit about the programme:
In its current format, the programme offers young talented Namibians the opportunity to start their careers in the Best Company To Work For in Namibia. This opportunity also offers the participants to develop into competent and talented human capital of the Company and in essence for the country.
The participants will be exposed to valuable on-the-job, internal and external development and work experience to enable them to become competent and self-driven in their careers. A Mentorship system is also linked to the programme with the purpose to serve as a support basis for their TAP participant (Mentees). Thus each participant will be assigned to a Mentor. The Mentor will be responsible for motivating, advising and guiding each TAP participant to achieve their career and development objectives.
Our Group is serious about talent attraction and succession planning, and through this program we endeavour to develop the Talent Attraction participants into future leaders of the O&L Group of Companies. Every year we attend the UNAM & Polytechnic career fairs to market the company to graduating students. We also visit universities in South Africa focussing on final-year students to consider joining our company after graduating. The programme has been very successful so far with a 90% retention rate over the last three years.
Berthold: “Today we launch the fourth intake of the Talent Attraction Program and wish to firstly congratulate each of them on this wonderful achievement and secondly to welcome them into the O&L Group of Companies. It is my wish to you as TAP participants, that you will grab this opportunity with both hands and make the best of every learning experience.”
The candidates are:
Shireen Bock - Management Accounting Namibia Breweries
Simeon Shiimi - Management Accounting Namibia Breweries
Ulrich Fortuin - Cost Accounting Namibia Dairies
Chris van Greunen - Engineering Namibia Dairies
Surien Lemmer - Exports Control Namibia Breweries
Danie van Wyk - Engineering Namibia Breweries
Michelle Horn - Human Capital Namibia Breweries
Sara Shanyengana - Human Capital Namibia Dairies
Carmen-Rae Black - Marketing O&L Centre
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| NBL: Students awarded bursaries to study engineering |
Date Published: 2011-02-02 |
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Namibia Breweries Limited has recently awarded bursaries as part of its long term plan to develop talents in the much sought after discipline of Engineering.
Wilbard Mbandeka, a school leaver from Oshakati, was awarded a bursary to study Electrical Engineering at the University of Cape Town/South Africa. Hularia Zaahl has obtained a bursary to study Electrical Engineering at the Polytechnic of Namibia while Marius Claasen received his grant to study Mechactronics at the University of Stellenbosch/South Africa.
“Awarding bursaries is a strategic initiative to create a talent pool within our business which will address the critical skills shortages in our labour market,” says Julia Muetudhana, Talent Manager at Namibia Breweries. She says bursaries are awarded annually adding that in doing so Namibia Breweries would develop Engineers with the necessary skills, knowledge and attitude to fulfil the operational requirement of the business.
Patrick Hashingola, Manager Corporate Communication, says that the Engineering discipline has been identified as one of the critical skills areas at Namibia Breweries. “We have a genuine interest to continue investing in this area in view of proactively contributing to developing the necessarily skills for our business and, by extension, our country,” says Hashingola.
At present, there are four active bursary students supported by the company through bursaries which cover fees related to tuition, books, examination, and students’ transport.
Caption: Bursary recipients for 2011, Marius Claasen (front row, far left), Hularia Zaahl (front row, 3rd from left) and Wilbard Mbandeka (far right) were recently introduced to Namibia Breweries. They are joined by Desmond van Jaarsveld (Managing Director, 4th from left), staff and senior managers of Namibia Breweries.
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For more information:
Patrick Hashingola
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| Ohlthaver & List in association with Christina Swart-Opperman AIDS Orphan Foundation Trust host Christmas party for orphans and vulnerable children |
Date Published: 2010-11-30 |
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The seventh (7th) annual Ohlthaver and List Group of Companies (O&L) Christmas party for orphans and vulnerable children was held on the 18th November 2010 at the premises of the O&L subsidiary, Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL). This year, the O&L Group joined hands and partnered with the well-established Christina Swart-Opperman AIDS Orphan Foundation Trust to make this year’s Christmas party bigger and better! The Christina Swart-Opperman Aids Orphan Foundation Trust embarked upon Christmas Tree Projects since 2005 and the beneficiaries of these projects thus far have been the children who form part of current projects assisted by the Trust.
Says the Founder of the Trust, Dr. Christina Swart-Opperman: “I am absolutely delighted to partner with the Ohlthaver & List Group of Companies this year as the impact of the Christmas Tree Project is so much bigger. The result of this partnership is that approximately 1600 children will receive gifts this year while we have invited approximately 300 children from Mother’s Voice, Olof Palme, Maria Primary, Bambi Kindergarten and Bishop Kameeta for the handover at this special Christmas party. In total, seventeen (17) projects from Windhoek and surrounding areas will benefit from this initiative this year”.
The Christmas party for orphans and vulnerable children is part of the O&L Group’s corporate social responsibility program and aims to bring joy and happiness to these children during the significant period of Christmas.
Says Roux-ché Locke, O&L Group Manager: Public Relations: “We are extremely happy to be able to at least once a year – during the season of giving – extend a friendly hand and heart towards our Namibian children and bring some joy into their lives. This is also our way of saying “thank you” to the communities for their support throughout the year. Namibia and her beautiful people are very dear to the heart of O&L, and it is our wish to make a difference especially in the lives of the future of our country – our children. ”
The children were treated to hotdogs, Oshikandela, a giant cake, ice-cream and watermelons and, despite the good rains, they enjoyed the slip-and-slides, jumping castles and face-painting.
Forming part of O&L’s community involvement initiatives, the event was supported by its operating companies namely NBL, Model Pick n Pay, Hangana Seafood, Namibia Dairies, Milky Lane, Windhoek Schlachterei, Broll Namibia, Midgard Country Estate and the O&L Centre.
Dr. Christina Swart-Opperman also thanked the Trust’s partners – Santam, Mutual and Federal, the American Embassy, the Economist, Standard Bank as well as the broader Namibian society - who supported the event.
“Christmas is about showing generosity and care to those we love. It is our wish that this happy day for our children will not only be felt at Christmas but all year round,” said Dr. Christina Swart-Opperman.
Issued by:
Roux-ché Locke
Group Manager: Public Relations
Ohlthaver & List Group of Companies
c/o Fidel Castro and Independence Avenue
Tel: 061-2075207 – Fax: 061-255599
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| NBL partners with CSOT |
Date Published: 2010-12-01 |
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The Dr. Christina Swart-Opperman AIDS Orphans Foundation Trust on 11 November held a gala event aimed at further seeking support for the trust’s activities.
The Divas, Stars and Starlets Gala was a welcome platform to introduce sponsors who have committed themselves to support the trust in its endeavours to help orphans and vulnerable children in Namibia. NBL was the first corporate to have committed to partnering with the trust. Other partners are Francoise Erasmus and Partners, Adforce DDB, Windhoek Goreangab Operating company (Pty) Ltd and AMC-Gemxcel Diamonds (Pty) Ltd.
Desmond van Jaarsveld, Managing Director of Namibia Breweries, during the event said: “I urge other companies to not only fight HIV/AIDS through workplace programs, but to extend their support to those who need it most, and to turn around the ill-effects this disease has on our country, and give our children a better future”.
The CSOT has been in existence since 2003. One of its core aims is to support children throughout the country by providing basic necessities and providing financial support towards their school fees and uniforms.
Caption: Desmond van Jaarsveld, Managing Director of Namibia Breweries, and fellow business partners during the CSO fundraising gala on Thursday the 11th of November 2010.
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| Schools recognised for recycling |
Date Published: 2010-12-01 |
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Three top performing schools have today been recognised as part of the annual School Recycling competition which ended 30 October 2010.
Organised by the Recycle Namibia Forum (RNF) this year’s edition commenced on March 2010 aimed at promoting a culture of recycling amongst primary and secondary school learners in Namibia thereby contributing to environmental preservation. In excess of 44 tonnes of recyclable material has been collected between March and October 2010. In recognising this effort, prizes were awarded to following top 3 performing schools:
1. Elim Primary School, Windhoek, collected 16.2 tonnes, won N$ 10.000 sponsored by Namibia Breweries,
2. Waldorf Schule, Windhoek, collected 3.4 tonnes, won N$ 5.000 sponsored by Collect-A-Can,
3. Orban Primary School, Windhoek, collected 2.6 tonnes, won N$ 2.500 sponsored by 4-H-Namibia.
In addition, Tsumeb-based Oshikoto Secondary School won the prize for the best Tsumeb school thus earning N$ 1500 sponsored by Rent-a-Drum. RNF members Namibia Breweries, 4-H-Namibia, Collect-A-Can, Plastic Packaging, the City of Windhoek and Rent-A-Drum, further sponsored educational material and the provision and servicing of recycling stands.
Running in its second year, the competition was open to primary and secondary schools country wide. This year it attracted the participation of twenty five (25) schools of which twenty two (22) are based in Windhoek (Khomas region), with three (3) schools from Tsumeb (Oshikoto region) completing the list.
Caption: Learners of Elim Primary School scooped the first prize with a whooping 16 tonnes of recyclables. Namibia Breweries’ Desmond van Jaarsveld (extreme left) and Virginia Kangootui (2nd from right) are pleased to hand over the cheque.
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| O&L Annual Report 2010 |
Date Published: 2010-10-13 |
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The 2010 Annual Report is available under 'Investors Relations & Governance'.
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| Charity boosted by NBL Namibian Ambassador programme |
Date Published: 2010-10-11 |
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Well-known Optometrist, Mr Stuart Super, won N$ 5000 as part of the NBL Namibian Ambassador programme for his nomination of Dr. Helena Ndume - the winner of September.
Per the programme’s statute this qualified Dr. Super to choose a charity to benefit from an additional N$ 5.000 under the programme’s budget. Dr Super chose the “Winter Warmer” initiative of the Dr. Christina Swart-Opperman AIDS Trust. According to Dr. Christina Swart Opperman this money will be kept in the bank until winter 2011 when many Namibians will once again need a blanket or warm clothing to face the cold winter nights.
Launched in June 2010 as part of NBL’s 90th anniversary celebration, the NBL Namibia Ambassador programme aims to recognise Namibians who have won international achievements for the country. This includes achievements in the area of academia, sports, entertainment, entrepreneurship and service to humanity.
Picture: Agnes Essah, Marketing Manager at NBL, and Stuart Super at the hand over of the money to Christina Swart Opperman.
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| Ohlthaver & List Group of Companies – Awarded second place in the BEST COMPANY TO WORK FOR survey in Southern Africa |
Date Published: 2010-09-29 |
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Windhoek, 29 September 2010
On 29 September 2010 an ecstatic Sven Thieme, Chief Executive Chairman and Berthold Mukuahima, Director of Human Capital at Ohlthaver & List Group of Companies proudly received the award for overall second place in the BEST COMPANY TO WORK FOR survey in Southern Africa in the large business category. The results of the survey were announced at a gala event held in Johannesburg, South Africa, which was broadcast live on Summit TV.
As a Namibian Company that participated in this survey it showed that Namibia is a country which is truly competitive world-wide and that people and companies continue to focus on attracting and retaining outstanding talent to further enhance their Employer Brand. Says Sven Thieme: “Being the only Namibian company, this is an outstanding achievement given that we have participated for the first time and shows the tremendous commitment and dedication of both management and employees to continuously strive for operational excellence in all of our human capital processes. This is testimony that O&L Group of Companies is truly the Employer of Choice in Namibia and indeed in Southern Africa.”
In 2008 the Ohlthaver & List Group of Companies embarked on a very exciting journey where they set themselves a goal to become the Best Company to Work For by 2011 within the SADC region. Says Berthold Mukuahima: “This is only the beginning whereby we will continue to enhance our human capital processes in our quest to attract and retain the right talent to successfully implement our ambitious 2011 plans and beyond, in order to build sustainable businesses, thereby enhancing the living conditions for everyone in Namibia.”
The survey measures 13 dimensions, namely: Communication; Leadership; Rewards; Recognition; HR Policies & Procedures; Job Satisfaction; Values & Culture; Management Style; Innovation; Change Management; Training & Development; Performance Management and Diversity & Transformation.
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Issued by:
Roux-ché Locke
Group Manager: Public Relations
Ohlthaver & List Group of Companies
c/o Fidel Castro and Independence Avenue
Tel: 061-2075207 – Cell: 0811242664 – Fax: 061-255599
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| Model Pick n Pay opens new liquor store at Pick Pay Wernhil Park |
Date Published: 2010-09-30 |
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On 29 September 2010, Model Pick n Pay (MPnP) opened the doors to its brand new liquor store situated inside the Wernhil Pick n Pay store.
Henry Feris, Managing Director of MPnP: “We proudly celebrate another milestone of the business to provide a one-stop-shop for consumers. This is an offering from PnP to its customers which we obviously do in a responsible manner as we do support all social stakeholders in promoting responsible drinking. This is evident of our business where inspiration and innovation serves as a norm to satisfy our esteemed consumers”.
This is also in line with the Ohlthaver & List Group of Companies’ overall investment strategy that is evident in the entire Wernhil Park and aimed at creating a destination for its customers. In the same breath Feris said that customers “must watch the space for exciting developments in MPnP and that a lot is planned to plough back to PnP’s loyal customers”.
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| Big things are brewing – Launch of Windhoek Draught 750ml RB |
Date Published: 2010-09-22 |
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Namibia Breweries has recently conducted consumer research to review its brand portfolio in line with the company’s objective to build a winning brand portfolio.
The research is conducted annually with the aim to assess the strength of Namibia Breweries’ brands as measured in terms of bonding, emotional appeal, and admiration.
While the research has highlighted a distinct strength across Namibia Breweries brands, it clearly indicated that consumers wanted their favourite brand in a pack that offered value for money. So far the brand has been available in 440ml can and 440 ml non returnable bottle only. While the can was ideal for outdoor occasions, this pack limited the brand in terms of drinking occasions. To maximise the brand’s drinking occasion and to unlock further opportunities, Namibia Breweries has effective 15 September extended its pack offering by introducing a new 750ml returnable bottle for the Namibian market. The premium offering will be at the recommended price of N$ 98.75 per case including V.A.T.
About Windhoek Draught:
At 4% Alcohol by Volume (ABV), Windhoek Draught is brewed strictly according to the Reinheitsgebot purity law of 1516, using only malted barley, hops and water. Windhoek Draught presents a rich, lively, glowing amber-gold colour and a smooth mildly bitter, slightly fruity taste. The brand has consistently performed at the International DLG Awards in Frankfurt, winning the gold medal in 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010.
About Namibia Breweries:
Namibia breweries limited (NBL), a member of the Ohlthaver & List Group, is listed on the Namibian Stock Exchange. NBL offers employment to over 650 permanent employees. For the year ended June 2009, NBL reported revenues of N$ 1, 6 billion and an operating profit of N$ 267 million - a 47% growth compared with the previous year. The company’s brand portfolio includes market-leading brands such as Windhoek Lager, Tafel Lager, Windhoek Draught, and Windhoek Light. NBL is also the distributor of Diageo-owned ready-to-drink-beverages (RTD’s) and ciders in Namibia. More information is available on www.nambrew.com.
Picture: Cheers to Windhoek Draught...Agnes Essah (NBL Marketing Manager), Elize van Kradenburg (NBL Brand Manager Windhoek Trade Mark), Rosemary Shippiki (NBL Senior Brand Manager)
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| NBL speaks on Responsible Drinking |
Date Published: 2010-09-20 |
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Namibia Breweries Limited says it believes that beer can be enjoyed as part of a healthy balanced lifestyle, if enjoyed responsibly. However, the company is also aware of a small segment of the population which engages in irresponsible drinking. In keeping with its role in society, NBL has over the years supported various initiatives aimed at discouraging harmful and irresponsible drinking. This includes targeted preventive interventions such as the “Too Much is Too Much”, and “THINK AHEAD – Don’t drink and Drive” campaigns.
Last year NBL took its educational role a step further by adopting the internationally acclaimed Diageo DRINKiQ programme as part of the company’s Zero to Hero programme. To date more than 600 NBL employees have attended DRINKiQ – a programme which has also been incorporated in the company’s induction programme. Patricia Hoeksema, Corporate Social Investment Manager at NBL, elaborates: “DRINKiQ is an interactive session which opens the floor to talk about alcohol issues by looking at amongst others, drinking culture, patterns, harmful practices, and also identifies what constitutes the responsible enjoyment of alcoholic beverages. The programme also equips DRINKiQ participants to make responsible choices and provides interesting facts and learning.”
NBL says it was inundated with requests by the public to provide DRINKiQ to business leaders, policy makers and role models. In response, NBL has rolled out the programme to external stakeholders. To date 152 participants have attended the programme. Amongst many who attended the programme are the Deputy Minister and officials of the Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare, members of the Motor Vehicle Accident Fund (MVA), City Police and Nampol. The participants have revealed that they have learned a lot about alcohol, the effects, and how to ensure that it can be enjoyed responsibly. Concludes Hoeksema: “We are extremely satisfied with the success of the programme thus far. We know that it has already contributed towards making people more aware of the effects of over-consumption. In the long run, we hope that everyone will be able to enjoy our products responsibly and that it can be part of a healthy lifestyle.”
Caption 1: Employees of Namibia Breweries symbolically give their support to the ZERO to Hero programme during the launch of the programme in 2009.
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| NBL - Schools encouraged to increase recycling volumes |
Date Published: 2010-09-09 |
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Namibia Breweries (NBL) as part of the Recycle Namibia Forum (RNF) has recently sponsored 10 cases of Fruitree juices to the Elim Primary School Windhoek for showing the highest volume growth in recyclables collected by end July 2010 as part of the annual Schools Recycling Competition.
Namibia Breweries is a founding member of the Recycle Namibia Forum and also a sponsor of the Schools Recycling competition. Patricia Hoeksema, NBL’s Corporate Social Investment Manager, says that the competition was piloted last year with 10 schools participating. She said ”The competition has grown significantly to 22 Windhoek-based schools and 3 schools in Tsumeb taking part this year.” This year, as part of the competition, NBL provided an extra incentive of 10 cases of Fruitree juices to encourage schools to increase their recycling volumes by end of July.
“The students at Elim School were very innovative an organized more than the ordinary clean-up. They ensured that they clean out all their old white paper and filing systems – leaving them with a whopping 13,5 ton of recyclables collected by the end of July 2010,” says Patricia Hoeksema.
The school which collects the largest quantity of recyclables by the end of October 2010 is set to win N$10 000 – a welcome boost for many schools’ development funds.
Picture: Ricardo Claasen (4HNam), Wolfgang Schenck (RNF Chair), Principal of Elim Ms. Damon, Regina Jatamunua (Collect A Can), Virginia Kangootui (NBL) and Ms. Luiperd, a teacher at the Elim school are seen with some of the learners involved in the competition.
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| Pick & Pay Namibia Award Ceremony |
Date Published: 2010-08-20 |
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On 6 August Pick n Pay held an award ceremony for staff of Model Pick n Pay Namibia, thereby recognizing their employees for outstanding performance.
This was a first for Model Pick n Pay and also a first for the Group. Henry Feris, MD of Model Pick & Pay said, that it was important for them to recognize the staff as they play a vital role in the overall success of the company and not just within the bigger Group. "The awards , which focused on EBIT targets, percentage growth, merit and overall winner, were greatly appreciated by staff as they felt that they were being recognized in their own company and amongst their peers and not just as part of the overall Group which usually represents tough competition.
I feel that our own awards have stimulated extra encouragement and in a sense internal competition amongst the guys/girls - which is always a good thing." He added that special recognition should go to the girls (Store Managers) - who were part of the top runners - with Petronella Samwele of Katima being the overall winner.
The Model Pick & Pay awards which were attended by, amongst others, the CEO (Peter Gruttemeyer) and Chairman of Model Pick & Pay, will become a yearly highlight on the Model Pick & Pay calendar and during the next round the aim is to invite representatives of the different stores with their Store managers to the function in order to ensure that everyone in the chain is recognized.
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| Otjiwarongo Self-Help Centre receives goods from NBL |
Date Published: 2010-08-23 |
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On 19 August 2010 Namibia Breweries Limited handed over Medicinal products, two bicycles, track suits and milk formula to the total value of N$ 5000.00 to John Edward Hinda, Centre Supervisor of the Multi-Purpose Help Centre of the Otjiwarongo Municipality. Says Patricia Hoeksema of NBL: “ As a truly Namibian company, committed to the country, NBL supports various important causes from Orphans and Vulnerable children to the promotion of responsible drinking through various programmes. The Otjiwarongo Multipurpose Youth Resource Centre is one of the charities NBL supports on a regular basis and depot staff of NBL also often lends support with initiatives such as tree planting and many more.”
At the hand-over John Hinda of the Centre thanked Namibia Breweries Limited for their unwavering support and called on Dr. Laurie Marker, winner of the July month of the NBL Ambassador programme to officially hand over the goods. Namibia Breweries Limited officially launched the NBL Ambassador of the year programme in June 2010 and Dr. Marker was the first winner. Every month, as part of this programme, NBL also donates N$ 5000.00 to the nominator (i.e. the person who nominated the winner) and the nominator may choose a charity from a list of charities supported by NBL. The nominator of Dr. Marker did not want to receive her N$ 5000 but chose a charity in the town, closest to Dr. Marker. The second person who nominated Dr. Marker will receive the N$ 5000.00 and will be announced via the media soon.
On 19 August 2010 Namibia Breweries Limited handed over Medicinal products, two bicycles, track suits and milk formula to the total value of N$ 5000.00 to John Edward Hinda, Centre Supervisor of the Multi-Purpose Help Centre of the Otjiwarongo Municipality. Says Patricia Hoeksema of NBL: “ As a truly Namibian company, committed to the country, NBL supports various important causes from Orphans and Vulnerable children to the promotion of responsible drinking through various programmes. The Otjiwarongo Multipurpose Youth Resource Centre is one of the charities NBL supports on a regular basis and depot staff of NBL also often lends support with initiatives such as tree planting and many more.”
At the hand-over John Hinda of the Centre thanked Namibia Breweries Limited for their unwavering support and called on Dr. Laurie Marker, winner of the July month of the NBL Ambassador programme to officially hand over the goods. Namibia Breweries Limited officially launched the NBL Ambassador of the year programme in June 2010 and Dr. Marker was the first winner. Every month, as part of this programme, NBL also donates N$ 5000.00 to the nominator (i.e. the person who nominated the winner) and the nominator may choose a charity from a list of charities supported by NBL. The nominator of Dr. Marker did not want to receive her N$ 5000 but chose a charity in the town, closest to Dr. Marker. The second person who nominated Dr. Marker will receive the N$ 5000.00 and will be announced via the media soon.
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| Namibia Breweries Limited cleans up in Tsumeb |
Date Published: 2010-08-20 |
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On 14 August 2010 NBL kicked off another clean-up campaign at 8h00 at the Opawa Primary School in Tsumeb. More than 220 learners and a further 10 teachers participated. The learners were divided into groups to cover the maximum amount of ground possible and were well supported by the Tsumeb Municipality. Learners were encouraged to not only clean-up, but to recycle and this made it possible for the school to boost its volumes in the School Recycling Competition.
Patricia Hoeksema of NBL said, that these clean-ups initiated by NBL are not only about picking up litter, but also present an opportunity to talk to the community about good health, sanitation, cleanliness, and even recycling where possible. “The clean-up in Tsumeb is thus far a memorable one and Pauline Haufiku (4HNam), Virginia Kangootui (NBL), Mr. Tobias (Tsumeb councilor), the deputy Principal Ms. Shikongo, Mr. Mutubulwa (teacher of the school) and the learners of the school made it possible.”
Caption: Virginia Kangootui from NBL is seen with the learners of the Opawa P.S. enjoying a refreshment sponsored by NBL.
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| Kempinski CHICA Golf Day |
Date Published: 2010-08-20 |
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Striving to give Children with Cancer a better chance, we are proud to be the main sponsor of the annual Kempinski CHICA Golf Day which took place on July 30 2010.
With more than 20 teams and 80 plus players, the green was alive with good spirit and cheer.
The night sky became a magical display as the flourescent balls wizzed across and glow sticks marked the course. The fourth year running, the event has once again proven to be a resounding success.
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| NBL Otjiwarongo depot supports Scorpions Inline Hockey Club |
Date Published: 2010-08-20 |
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In what was billed as a huge success, the Scorpions Inline Hockey Club (Otjiwarongo) over the weekend of 28 - 30 May 2010 hosted their annual tournament.
Fruitree sponsored 360 medals, Fruitree branded foam peaks and 30 cases of Fruitree Tropical juice dumpies. Anele Molzahn, Sales Administrator, attended the event on behalf of the depot and handed out the medals at the prize giving ceremony.
Mrs. Heike Erdmannsky-Dedig, thanking NBL on behalf of the Scorpions Inline Hockey Club, said the event attracted four clubs from Windhoek and one from Swakopmund. “At peak times,” she says “there were an estimated 800 people (including spectators) attending the tournament at the rink.”
Caption: The Scorpions Inline Hockey Club was the hub of activities thanks to a sponsorship by Namibia Breweries’ Fruitree brand.
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| NBL - Abstinence Day 2010 with TADA |
Date Published: 2010-08-20 |
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On Saturday 7th of August 2010, more than 30 learners of the St. Joseph’s R.C. High School in Döbra, celebrated Abstinence Day 2010 with an alcohol-free party and braai.
As members of the Teenagers Against alcohol and Drug Abuse (TADA) these learners not only proved that good fun can be had without indulging in underage drinking, but they also took a stand against the abuse of alcohol, as well as drug usage. The event was sponsored by Namibia Breweries as part of its “Too Young is Too Young campaign” which encourages the youth to refrain from underage drinking, and supports the company’s philosophy of discouraging harmful drinking practices.
Motivational speakers included Rev. Pieter Burger, Namibia Breweries’ Corporate Social Investment Coordinator Wilbur du Plessis, and Alice Umurerwa a TADA social worker from UNAM.
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| NBL supports Namibia Women Summit |
Date Published: 2010-08-11 |
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Namibia Breweries Limited supports Namibia Women Summit
On 4 August 2010 Namibia Breweries Limited handed over its 3rd consecutive sponsorship of the Namibian Women Summit which takes place this year between the 11th and 13th of August. Corporate Social Investment Manger Patricia Hoeksema presented the sponsorship of N$10 000 on behalf of Namibia Breweries Limited to Ms. Anne Gebhardt the President of the Namibian Women Summit.
Hoeksema said that NBL’s support of this summit underlines the commitment by NBL towards women in the country in particular. “It is well-known that women are the backbone of the family and more often also of greater society – especially in Africa. It is thus with great pleasure that we support this summit which will ensure that women have a support system as well as the opportunity to mold strategies and exchange views and experiences. It is a win-win situation for all.”
The 2010 summit will be held under the theme: ‘Women In A Changing World’ and aims at preparing women in taking their rightful places in the world today, tomorrow and beyond. Women who wish to participate in this forum can contact the Namibian Women Summit at Tel: +264 61 227338; Mobile: +264 81 128 2330 or Email: thandeka@iway.na. Ends.
Caption: Ms Anne Gebhardt (l) and Patricia Hoeksema (r)
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| NBL Staff-Caring for the Community |
Date Published: 2010-07-26 |
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This year Namibia Breweries staff again supported the cancer apple initiative by purchasing a total of 5193 apples and 600 Lollies in support of Childline/Lifeline.
But in true NBL spirit of caring for our community, our staff went a step further by donating more than 300 apples and 88 lollypops towards the Family Hope Sanctuary - a soup kitchen and community home in Okuryangawa Windhoek, that feeds almost 400 orphans and vulnerable children daily and also provides education and school enrichment for school dropouts. The school has 5 voluntary workers, 10 teachers and 5 workers that help with the cooking and other support to benefit these children.
In the picture with some of the volunteers, teachers and learners are a few of the NBL staff who donated their apples: Dries Kotze, Fransoa Fourie, Claudia Steinbach, Kerstin Freitag, and Patricia Hoeksema.
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| NBL - Project Shine was officially launched |
Date Published: 2010-07-26 |
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This is the 4th year of Project Shine, the coastal Clean-up, which is a joint effort among various stakeholders promoting environmental education, while creating an opportunity for community upliftment through a clean-up campaign along the Swakopmund - Arandis road. With the Swakopmund Municipality as the main coordinating body, 12 non-profit organizations participate in clean-up activites and undergo evaluation to qualify for cash prizes. Project Shine is but one of a number of the initiatives undertaken by NBL to promote environmental preservation.
Seen in the photo is Hendriaan Nasalowski of NBL, the main sponsor of Project Shine 2010, handing over NBL’s sponsorship of Project Shine to the Mayor of Swakopmund, Her worship Ndapua Germina Shitaleni.
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| NBL encourages the youth to refrain from underage drinking |
Date Published: 2010-07-26 |
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The 26th of June marks the International Day against drugs and Illicit trafficking, and is celebrated throughout Namibia with various awareness raising events.
As part of the NBL’s commitment to supporting responsible drinking and combating the harmful use of alcohol, NBL again sponsored many of these events providing soft drinks as well as support material from the company’s Too Young is Too Young Campaign – which aims to raise awareness of the dangers of underage drinking. Speaking at the event held in Oshakati on Friday the 25th of June, Ikolelela Ekandjo of NBL said that Alcohol-harm-reduction was reliant on complex targeted interventions based on evidence, inclusion of all stakeholders, commitment from all role players, and political will.
He reiterated NBL’s commitment to combating the harmful use of alcohol and encouraged the youth to make responsible choices. Ekandjo also quoted the World Health Organisation’s Strategy to Reduce the Harmful use of alcohol, saying that: “ Policies to reduce the harmful use of alcohol must reach beyond the health sector, and appropriately engage such sectors as development, transport, justice, social welfare, fiscal policy, trade, agriculture, consumer policy, education and employment, as well as civil society and economic operators”
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| NBL-Sponsor to Dr. Christina Swart-Opperman Foundation Trust |
Date Published: 2010-07-26 |
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As a long-term sponsor of the Dr. Christina Swart-Opperman Foundation Trust (CSOFT), NBL again supported their activities on Friday, 18 June 2010 by providing Fruitree and staff support for the Gladiator day benefiting approximately 200 orphans and vulnerable children.
The Gladiator Day organized by Dr. Christina Swart-Opperman to provide fun and laughter to the children, is one of the initiatives the CSOFT undertakes with partners to ensure that despite their circumstances, these children also have some of the basic joys all children deserve. Besides the fun and laughter provided through the various activities the teams undertook, each participant also received a trophy as a reminder that everyone is a winner.
In the picture Julia Mueutudhana (HR NBL), Dr. Christina Swart-Opperman, Merle Jaftha (procurement NBL) and a teacher from the orphanage school is seen with the winning team of the day.
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| NBL-3 in a row clean-ups |
Date Published: 2010-07-26 |
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3 in a row clean-ups sponsored by NBL
Having been invited by 3 different town councils in the North to sponsor their clean-up activities, NBL took this initiative a step further by not only sponsoring t-shirts and soft drinks for the almost 3 000 participants of the Okahao and Oshikuku clean-ups on the 24th, and the Ondangwa clean-up on the 26th of June – but bringing in fellow Recycle Namibia Forum (RNF) members Rent-a-drum and 4H Namibia to provide some basic environmental education and ensure that all the materials collected are recycled.
According to Patricia Hoeksema, NBL’s Corporate Social Investment Manger, all three events were very well organized and the municipalities of Okahao, Oshikuku and Ondangwa all embraced the notion of recycling as they see this as an opportunity not only to extend the lifespan of their dumpsites, and practice sustainable waste management, but also to create awareness amongst the community and even create jobs for the unemployed. It was not only school children and members of the community who participated, but also municipal officials, and Namibia breweries’ employees from the Oshakati depot, while Rent-a-drum provided a vehicle and staff to facilitate the sorting and collection.
4 H with whom NBL conducted more than 20 clean-ups in the past year, again took the lead in educating the young about the importance of good hygene, waste management and recycling.
All of these items collected in Oshikuku were sorted and all recyclables removed by Rent-a-drum and sent to the nearest market for recycling.
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| NBL-Sponsorhip to Family Hope Sancturary |
Date Published: 2010-07-26 |
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After NBL Namibian Ambassador of the year 2010 launch, all the veggies that were part of the table décor were handed over to the Family hope Sanctuary together with some Fruitree.
Caption: At the back from left to right: Elize van Kradenburg (For Windhoek Lager) Virginia Kangootui (customer care officer at Namibia Breweries), Patricia Hooksema (Corporate socal investment manager), Foibe Sirvanus from family of hope service.
In front from left to right: Jacobine Ngoro from family of hope service, children from family of hope service and Elizabeth Muhango from family of hope service
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| NBL-schools of the hearing and visually impaired children |
Date Published: 2010-07-26 |
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In the spirit of the 2010 FIFA soccer world cup, and NBL’s 2090 campaign, on the 30th of June 2010 Namibia Breweries Ltd handed soccer balls and Fruitree to learners at the schools of the hearing and visually impaired. In the picture NBL Sales Operations and Telesales staff are seen with some of the children and teachers from the school for hearing impaired
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| Urbock – a brand on the rise |
Date Published: 2010-07-19 |
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Brewed to perfection and distinguished by its rich dark Munich barley malt, the freshly brewed Urbock beer (“Bock”) of this season was introduced to employees of Namibia Breweries and the O&L Group with a great Urbock Fest held on 6 May 2010 in Windhoek.
To further building product awareness, Urbock participated at the Good Food and Wine Show held in Cape Town, South Africa from 12-15 May 2010. Urbock shared the stand with the Namibia Tourism Board and visitors were treated to fresh Urbock and delicious oysters. The brand gave a good account of its intrinsic values and was well received. In its home market, Urbock impressed visitors at the Namibia Tourism Expo held during early June where the combination of Urbock and oysters again provided a great connoisseur tasting.
A traditional, copper red beer is brewed by Namibia Breweries once per year. It is only available as of May, in limited quantities.
Caption: O’zapft is...Desmond van Jaarsveld, Managing Director, (left) and Christian Müller, Brew Master, perform the ceremonious opening of the keg.
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| NBL Namibian Ambassador |
Date Published: 2010-07-08 |
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Hunt is on for NBL Namibian Ambassador
The NBL Namibian Ambassador programme was launched on 30 June 2010 during a breakfast event held at the Nampower Convention Centre here in Windhoek. Attendees to the event included employees and executive management of Namibia Breweries, NBL Chairman Sven Thieme, managers the O&L Group, the media and various other external stakeholders with Nahas Angula (Prime Minister) as key note speaker at the event.
The NBL Namibian Ambassador programme links into Namibia Breweries’ “2090 campaign” which aims to celebrate Namibia’s 20 years Independence anniversary and NBL’s 90 years of brewing excellence.
The aim of the programme is to celebrate Namibians who have received international recognition for our country. Under consideration are achievements in the area of academia, sports, entertainment, entrepreneurship and service to humanity. Namibia Breweries plans to hold this programme annually with monthly nominees and an NBL Namibian Ambassador announced every year in March.
A panel of esteemed judges has been selected to perform the selection of the nominees and winners. Serving on the panel are Afra Schimming (Chase & Associates cc), Rusten Mogane (Sports Administrator), Adv. Vekuii Rukoro (Group CEO of FNB Namibia Holdings Ltd),
Yanna Erasmus (General Manager of Team Namibia), and Dr. Tjama Tjuvikua (Rector of the Polytechnic of Namibia).
Caption: Afra Schimming-Chase, Rusten Mogane, Prime Minister Nahas Angula and Yanna Erasmus (f.l.t.r.) pose of picture during the launch of the NBL Namibian Ambassador
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| Talent Attraction Programme |
Date Published: 2010-07-08 |
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The purpose of the Talent Attraction Programme is to attract and retain dynamic Namibian graduates who display the passion and potential to be developed into future Leaders of the O&L Group of Companies. To provide valuable development
and work experience to enable the TAP employees to become competent and self driven in their careers.
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| OLA Milky Lane Kids Academy |
Date Published: 2010-05-27 |
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OLA Milkey Lane - Kids Academy
The annual OLA Milky Lane Kids Academy was held in March this year. Milky Lane Namibia participated for the first time in the program and invited 20 learners from the Dagbreek, Orban, Pionierspark and Namibia Primary schools respectively to visit the shop on different days.
The program of the day consisted of informing the children of what Milky Lane offers, the history of OLA Milky Lane, a short tour of the store and the importance of hygiene. The day was ended on a high note when kids were given the opportunity to create their own cone. They each received OLA Milky Lane certificates and wrist-bands.
Judging by the children’s fun and laughter, the program was indeed a great success!
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| The taste of Namibian adventure, Windhoek Lager launched in the UK |
Date Published: 2010-05-26 |
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Namibia’s own Windhoek Lager on 19 May was officially launched in the United Kingdom (UK) as part of Namibia Breweries’ global brewing and licensing agreement with Diageo.
The launch event was held at the National Geographic in London and saw the attendance of an estimated 80 invited guests including Sven Thieme (Chairman, Namibia Breweries), John Fitzgerald (Global Marketing Director, Namibia Breweries), Nick Blasquez (Managing Director, Diageo Africa), Simon Litherland (General Manager, Diageo UK), Diageo employees, media, and key trade partners.
Brewed in and imported from Namibia, Windhoek Lager is marketed by Diageo Great Britain as part of an ambitious plan to make Windhoek Lager a top ten World Beer within 15 months of launch, targeting primarily 25-45 year old male premium beer drinkers. The brands credentials are quality, its Namibian provenance and sense of adventure.
Appearing in new cluster packs, Windhoek Lager has been available at Tesco, Morrisons and other major grocery retailers in the World Beers section since late April at a Recommended Retail Price of £ 4.29 for a pack of 4 x 330ml bottles. The new cluster stands out through distinctiveness and provenance.
World Beer is defined as “A lager beer that is the national beer of a country but a brand that is not yet truly global”. Windhoek Lager will also be available in selected “prestige bars” in key areas in five cities: London, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Manchester and Brighton.
The UK thus joined Kenya, Uganda and Cameroon on the list of countries, outside Namibia and South Africa, in which Windhoek Lager is supported through local advertising and marketing activities.
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| Kempinski Mokuti Lodge |
Date Published: 2010-04-23 |
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Kempinski Mokuti Lodge
Situated at the gateway of the world-renowned Etosha National Park, it is well known for spectacular game-viewing excursions, superb conference facilities and true Namibian hospitality. With a variety of restaurants and a delectable menu selection, it remains the perfect destination for leisure getaways, incentives, meetings and honeymoons.
KEMPINSKI MOKUTI LODGE is located 2km outside of Etosha National Park and is the first internationally branded lodge in Namibia.
It features 106 rooms and suites, Tambuti and Boma restaurants, 2 bars and conference facilities. Recreational facilities include private and scheduled game drives, swimming pools, a gym, tennis courts, walking trails and Ontouka Reptile Park. Mokuti Spa, designed to fit into its unique surroundings, evokes the perfect harmony between natural beauty and pure relaxation.
European flair meets true Namibian ruggedness offering a combination of unique African charm and luxurious international finesse.
Contact Details:
Kempinski Mokuti Lodge
T +264 67 229 084
F +264 67 229 091
Sales & Reservations
T +264 61 388 400
F +264 61 388 401
E reservations.mokuti@kempinski.com
E sales.mokuti@kempinski.com
www.kempinski.com/mokuti
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| Windhoek Lager launches in Kenya and Uganda |
Date Published: 2010-04-13 |
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Namibia’s leading premium beer Windhoek Lager is poised to make steadfast inroads into the East African market following the brand’s recent launches in the Kenyan and Ugandan markets.
East African Breweries Limited, a subsidiary of Diageo, has acquired the rights to market and distribute the brand in the region on the basis of Namibia Breweries’ global brewing and licensing agreement with Diageo.
On 07 April, the brand was launched to approximate 50 corporate executives, entrepreneurs, key distributors and media representatives in Nairobi, Kenya. Here Windhoek Lager will be available in a modern, green 330 ml bottle in a selection of top-end bars throughout country targeting the discerning beer drinkers.
The Ugandan launch was held on 08 April under a “15th century” theme to signify the historic origin of the Reinheitsgebot – the purity law according to which Windhoek Lager is brewed. Held at the Sheraton Ball Room in Kampala, the launch was attended by an estimated 80 attendees including top corporate executives, distributors and media practitioners.
Fredy Piepmeyer, a seasoned Brewer at Namibia Breweries, attended the launches. He relates how well Windhoek Lager was received in both markets. He said "It was important for us to share the passion we have for our Namibian heritage and German brewing standards while at the same time stressing the purity, uniqueness and originality of our beer.”
Kenya and Uganda thus joined Cameroon on the list of countries, outside Namibia and South Africa, in which Windhoek Lager is supported through local advertising and marketing activities.
Caption: Windhoek Lager in any language...Employees of East African Breweries Limited (EBL) recently cheered to the arrival of Namibia’s leading premium beer brand into the Kenyan market. Fredy Piepmeyer (l), Brewer at NBL, and Kenyan personality Mwaniki Mageria are dressed in 15th century European attire to signify the origin of the Reinheitsgebot.
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| NBL - World Bank and UCT |
Date Published: 2010-04-07 |
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Namibia Breweries in
World Bank project on trade and technology transfer in Southern Africa
On 23 February the role of trade and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) as transmission channels for technology transfer in Southern Africa was the focal point during an interview conducted at Namibia Breweries.
Desmond van Jaarsveld welcomed the members of the research team and answered questions which looked at Namibia Breweries’ international operations and how those have fed back into the company’s product and process development. Furthermore the interview sought to uncover to what extent FDI, either by the company or by competitors operating in the Namibian market, has affected innovation at Namibia Breweries.
Namibia is one of the countries which had been selected for the study with NBL having been identified as one of the few Namibian companies with an innovation agenda and the capacity to absorb technology through trade and investment relations. The interview was held by a research team comprising World Bank staff, consultants from the University of Cape Town and Southern African Institute of International Affairs. The findings are expected to be publicised in due course.
Members of the research team...F.l.t.r.: Itzhak Goldberg (World Bank), Peter Draper (South African Institute of International Affairs), Desmond van Jaarsveld (NBL), David Kaplan (University of Cape Town), Smita Kuriakose (World Bank), and Eric Woods (University of Cape Town).
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| Namibia Breweries appoints designated driver service provider |
Date Published: 2010-03-11 |
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Namibia Breweries has effective 01 February 2010 appointed small medium enterprise Dial-a-cab as designated driver service provider for the company’s employees in a bid to further promote responsible drinking.
The appointment aims to provide transport to employees for all social occasions as an alternative to drinking and driving while simultaneously supporting Namibia Breweries’ don’t drink and drive campaign Think Ahead; and DRINKiQ - a training programme borrowed from NBL’s international partner Diageo tailored around imparting facts about alcohol usage while promoting responsible drinking.
Desmond van Jaarsveld on 02 March 2010 during the event to officiate the appointment said that the company’s employees now benefit from favourable rates when using the service in their private capacity. Namibia Breweries employs in excess of 600 employees. “While employees are encouraged to plan ahead and take a lift with Dial-a-cab when going out, the service also includes possibilities for an extra driver for the vehicle in the event of an unplanned social event,” said Van Jaarsveld.
The concept of a "designated driver" refers to selecting a person to remain sober, as the driver of a vehicle, while others are allowed to drink. It is intended as a safe alternative to driving under the influence. The designated driver concept was developed in Scandinavia over several decades beginning in the 1920s, leading to a formalised designated driver programme in those countries in the 1980s.
Picture: Desmond van Jaarsveld (r), Namibia Breweries’ Managing Director, symbolically hands over his personal car keys to Aaron Kasera, the Operations Manager of Dial-a-cab, to symbolise the official appointment of Dial-a-cab as the company’s designated driver service provider.
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| O&L Christmas Party for orphans and vulnerable children |
Date Published: 2010-02-24 |
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On 25 November 2009 the Group held its annual Christmas party for 150 orphans and vulnerable children – between the ages of 2 to 8 years old - as part of its corporate social responsibility program. Running in its sixth year, the event aimed at bringing joy and happiness to orphans and vulnerable children and was held at the premises of our sister company - Namibia Breweries Limited.
Apart from slip and slides, jumping castles and face-painting, the kids were treated to a giant cake, ice-cream, watermelons, hotdogs, Oshikandela, Pepsi and goodie bags sponsored by operating companies under the O&L umbrella.
Roux-ché Locke, O&L Group Manager: Public Relations said: “Namibia has one of the highest HIV infection rates in the world, creating a crisis for a generation of children. Research organizations estimate that 180,000–200,000 children under 18 have lost one or both parents. Of that total, approximately two-thirds were orphaned due to AIDS-related illnesses. The number of orphans continues to rise, and the Namibian Ministry of Health and Social Services anticipates that by 2020 it will exceed 250,000.
The relationship between HIV and poverty is like a double-edged sword. Each contributes to the other, thereby worsening the situation for those affected. Other overlapping and contributing factors include gender-inequalities, a loss of social cohesion within the extended family, and rapid urbanisation. As with any tragedy of escalating proportions, children are the most affected and suffer from multiple losses. Most prominent to emerge from the research on Namibia are the needs for food security, access to education and social services, and psycho-social support.
We are extremely happy to be able to at least once a year – during the season of giving – extend a friendly hand towards these children and bring some joy into their lives.”
Forming part of O&L’s community involvement initiatives, the event was organised by employees from various operating companies namely Namibia Breweries, Model Pick n Pay, Hangana Seafood, Namibia Dairies, Milky Lane, Windhoek Schlachterei, Broll Namibia, Dimension Data and the O&L Centre.
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| New Board for NBC |
Date Published: 2010-10-07 |
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New Board for NBC
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