NBL Staff-Caring for the Community Date Published: 2010-07-26

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.

NBL - Project Shine was officially launched Date Published: 2010-07-26

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.

NBL encourages the youth to refrain from underage drinking Date Published: 2010-07-26

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”

NBL-Sponsor to Dr. Christina Swart-Opperman Foundation Trust Date Published: 2010-07-26

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.

NBL-3 in a row clean-ups Date Published: 2010-07-26

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.

NBL-Sponsorhip to Family Hope Sancturary Date Published: 2010-07-26

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

NBL-schools of the hearing and visually impaired children Date Published: 2010-07-26

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

Urbock – a brand on the rise Date Published: 2010-07-19

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.

NBL Namibian Ambassador Date Published: 2010-07-08

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

Talent Attraction Programme Date Published: 2010-07-08

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.

OLA Milky Lane Kids Academy Date Published: 2010-05-27

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!

The taste of Namibian adventure, Windhoek Lager launched in the UK Date Published: 2010-05-26

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.

Kempinski Mokuti Lodge Date Published: 2010-04-23

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

Windhoek Lager launches in Kenya and Uganda Date Published: 2010-04-13

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.

NBL - World Bank and UCT Date Published: 2010-04-07

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).

Namibia Breweries appoints designated driver service provider Date Published: 2010-03-11

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.

O&L Christmas Party for orphans and vulnerable children Date Published: 2010-02-24

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.