A financially secure tomorrow demands bold leadership today. How do we, as leaders, collaborate to shape a more inclusive, resilient, and prosperous South Africa? This was the central question at the 2025 Old Mutual Thought Leaders Forum, hosted in Johannesburg on 12 August 2025.

Workplace financial stress is growing — and Two Pot withdrawal data may be the clearest indicator yet.

Should one’s investment strategy shift in response to market volatility? Old Mutual Corporate Consultants’ approach demonstrates the value of a balanced outlook and portfolio – and the power of playing the long game.

The company is teaming up with local organisations in Johannesburg to support elderly residents this Mandela Day.

The company is teaming up with local organisations in Johannesburg to support elderly residents this Mandela Day.

Staff Writer  Old Mutual Namibia has been named the Best of Namibia 2025 Winner in the insurance  service category.  The announcement was made on Tuesday in a press statement. The Best of Namibia Awards recognise brands and businesses across various industries, with winners chosen entirely by public vote.  Old Mutual also won the best short-term insurer award in 2024. The company said the recognition reflects the trust, confidence, and loyalty customers continue to place in the brand.  “With a legacy of over 100 years in Namibia, the company has built a reputation for delivering not only reliable insurance and financial solutions but also personalised service that puts people first,” it said. The executive for marketing, public affairs and sustainability at Old Mutual Namibia, Mignon du Preez, said the repeat success in the awards reflects the trust customers have in the company.  “From short-term cover to comprehensive insurance solutions, our goal remains the same: to protect what matters most and deliver service that makes a real difference,” she said. Old Mutual Namibia credited the achievement to its teams across the country who work daily to deliver service with care, efficiency, and integrity.  The company said its focus is on helping customers recover from unforeseen events, safeguarding assets, and supporting financial goals. Du Preez said the award is a reminder that service excellence is a continuous commitment.  “We are deeply grateful to our customers for voting for us and to our employees for living our values every day,” she said. Caption Mignon du Preez 

Old Mutual Namibia named ‘Best of Namibia’ in Insurance  Namibia Economist

Allexer Namundjembo  Eight schools will receive desks and chairs through the 2025 edition of Old Mutual’s Chair and Desk Initiative. The initiative, launched in 2023, is aimed at improving classroom conditions by providing or repairing furniture in under-resourced schools.  This year, the selected schools are located in the Kavango East, Kavango West, Hardap, and Khomas regions, following an open call for applications. Old Mutual executive for marketing, public affairs and sustainability Mignon du Preez said every learner deserves a seat at the table of opportunity.  “By investing in school furniture, we’re not just equipping classrooms, we’re restoring dignity, improving focus, and inspiring dreams. Together with our partners and communities, we are building a brighter future, one desk at a time,” said du Preez.  Since its inception, the Chair and Desk Initiative has equipped classrooms with new desks and chairs or repaired existing furniture in poor condition, enhancing the learning environment for thousands of learners. The 2025 rollout marks the third consecutive year of this initiative, which has steadily expanded.  The Old Mutual Foundation extended its appreciation to all schools that applied and remains committed to scaling high-impact interventions that uplift Namibia’s education sector. Caption  Photo 1 – Eenhana Vocational Training Centre delivering some of the chairs and desks for the 2024 support earlier this year at the Panguleni Primary School in the Oshana region. Photo 2 – Learners of the Kaitsi! Gubeb Combined School learners who benefitted in the 2024 chair and desk roll out. * Photos: Old Mutual Namibia

[Namibian] The Old Mutual Personal Finance team of Llewellyn Husselmann, Carlo Basson, Harold Kisting and Johan Hyman won the inaugural Construction Industries Federation CIF Golf Classic on Saturday.

[Namibia Economist] Assurance and Group Forensic Services Manager, Corporate Governance, Old Mutual.

Old Mutual named Namibia’s most admired insurance brand  Namibia Economist

Old Mutual has once again earned top honours at the prestigious 15th Brand Africa 100 | Namibia’s Best Brands awards, securing the title of #1 Most Admired Non-Namibian Insurance Brand in the country. The recognition was officially announced during the awards ceremony held today at the Hilton Hotel in Windhoek.

Old Mutual Namibia has launched its first-ever Financial Education Masterclass, an empowering module designed to equip Namibians with the tools to take charge of their financial well-being. To ensure this opportunity reaches those who need it most, Old Mutual is issuing a nationwide public call, inviting individuals across Namibia to

Justicia Shipena  Come September, Namibians will have the chance to take control of their finances through a newly launched Financial Education Masterclass by Old Mutual Namibia. The initiative, the first of its kind by Old Mutual, invites individuals across the country to complete a short online survey to express their interest in attending the free training.  According to Old Mutual, based on the responses, two regions will be selected to host the inaugural masterclasses, with the announcement scheduled for 11 August 2025 via Old Mutual’s official social media platforms. The sessions are expected to take place in September or October 2025. “As part of our long-term commitment to financial education, Old Mutual is proud to expand the Masterclass initiative to all 14 regions of Namibia. Starting in 2026, we will roll out the programme to two new beneficiary regions each year, following a structured, region-by-region approach,” said Mignon du Preez, group marketing, public affairs and sustainability executive at Old Mutual Namibia. Du Preez said the initiative will ensure that, over time, all regions of the country benefit from improved financial literacy and empowerment. Each session will begin with a keynote by renowned financial education expert John Manyike, the architect of the On The Money (OTM) programme, under the theme “Unlocking Your Financial Future with OTM.” Participants will leave with practical tools, improved financial knowledge, and a certificate of attendance. The On The Money programme, which uses African storytelling and metaphors to simplify personal finance, focuses on budgeting, saving, debt management, planning, and investing. It has already reached thousands of learners, employees, and entrepreneurs across Namibia. Old Mutual says the new masterclass format will deepen its impact by offering in-person, interactive learning opportunities to help Namibians make sustainable financial decisions.

Old Mutual Namibia, through the Old Mutual Foundation, has selected 18 employees whose heartfelt community project applications stood out as part of the 2025 Staff Community Builder Initiative, a flagship programme designed to support and empower Old Mutual staff to drive meaningful change in the places they call home. The

Justicia Shipena  The Old Mutual Foundation by Old Mutual Namibia has allocated N$1 million toward its flagship entrepreneurship programme, the Old Mutual Sustainable, Economic and Empowerment Drive (OM SEED).  The funding marks the launch of the fourth and final leg of the initiative, known as OM SEED 4.0, under the theme “Rooted in Growth for Sustainability”. The final phase will focus on the Omaheke, Otjozondjupa, Omusati, and Kunene regions.  The programme aims to support local entrepreneurs with seed funding, mentorship, and business development support. Since its launch in 2022, OM SEED has empowered more than 100 entrepreneurs across Namibia. “Through OM SEED, we are not only supporting local entrepreneurs with funding but also creating ecosystems of accountability, resilience, and purpose. This final edition gives us an opportunity to cement the legacy of what OM SEED has meant for Namibian entrepreneurs: a platform to rise, to grow, and to truly own their impact,” said Patricia Olivier, chairperson of the Old Mutual Foundation. Entrepreneurs in the four regions must submit their applications by Monday, 30 June 2025.  Each region will have three winners. First-place winners will receive N$50,000, runners up, N$30,000, and third place, N$20,000.  Winners will also benefit from financial and business skills training, mentorship, and post-programme incubation support.

The Old Mutual Foundation has announced the launch of the fourth and final leg of its flagship entrepreneurship initiative, the Old Mutual Sustainable, Economic and Empowerment Drive (OM SEED), under the theme: “Rooted in Growth for Sustainability.” OM SEED 4.0 marks the culmination of a nationwide journey that began in

Old Mutual Namibia launches World Wide Equity Fund  New Era Namibia

Old Mutual Namibia bets big on global markets – News Stand  Windhoek Observer

Justicia Shipena Old Mutual Namibia, through the Old Mutual Investment Group (OMIGNAM), currently manages over N$60 billion in assets across a broad range of strategies.  On 19 June 2025, the group launched the World Wide Equity Fund, offering Namibian investors a new entry point into global markets. The fund gives investors access to leading companies across developed and emerging markets. It focuses on sectors such as innovation, digital transformation, renewable energy, healthcare, and technology. Rex Mutelo, head of business development at OMIGNAM, said the fund is designed to provide broad global exposure.  “In today’s rapidly evolving economy, companies that lead in innovation, digital transformation, renewable energy, healthcare, and technology are no longer limited to Wall Street or Silicon Valley. They are scattered across continents and now accessible through a single, well-managed fund,” he said. Mutelo explained that the fund aims to enable long-term capital growth for investors looking to future-proof their portfolios.  “The fund is available to retail investors through our local distribution platforms, while institutional clients can still access our tailored segregated mandates for bespoke offshore exposure, suited to their specific mandates and risk appetite.” He characterised the fund as an invitation for Namibians to adopt a new perspective on investing.  “The World Wide Equity Fund is more than a product; it is a call to action. A call to think differently about investing.”  He urged investors to transcend the traditional limitations of local-only portfolios and explore the potential for global wealth creation. “It allows a teacher in Rundu to invest alongside a banker in Frankfurt. It allows a nurse in Windhoek to co-own a share in a healthcare company listed in Switzerland. And it allows all of us, as Namibians, to move from watching global markets to participating in them,” Mutelo added. He said that in a time of geopolitical uncertainty, market volatility, and rapid disruption, diversification across geography, sector, and currency is essential. The fund provides access from within Namibia.  “With the launch of the World Wide Equity Fund, Old Mutual Namibia is reaffirming our commitment to innovation, inclusion, and long-term wealth creation. Because Namibians deserve more than just access, we deserve representation. We deserve to grow our futures not only locally, but globally, with conviction, with confidence, and with a team that understands exactly where we’re coming from. The journey has just begun. The world is now within reach,” he said. Business development manager at OMIGNAM, Jo-Ann van Wyk, said the fund offers a clear strategy to capture international growth.  “The World Equity Fund is more than just a product. It’s a strategic pathway to harness international growth potential, built on deep expertise and a vision for sustainable wealth creation,” she said. Lionel Kannemeyer, managing director of the Old Mutual Investment Group, said the fund is managed in Namibia by a team of local professionals.  “The World Wide Equity Fund is managed right here at home by a team of Namibian portfolio managers who hold CFA charters and have over 40 years of combined investment experience. They bring global insight with local nuance, and most importantly, they sit in our offices, understand our clients, and remain directly accountable to the people whose futures they help shape,” he said. “We believe this is what true localisation looks like: not limiting opportunity to borders, but delivering global access through local talent,” Kannemeyer added. OMIGNAM also manages a USD money market fund based in Mauritius, which holds over US$400 million in assets.  The fund is supported by multinational organisations that have placed their trust in OMIGNAM as a Namibian asset manager. The portfolio manager at OMIGNAM, Martin Schurz, said global diversification is a key part of managing risk and accessing growth.  “Variety is not just the spice of life; it is the safety net of smart strategy, and diversification through global markets offers reduced risk and broader growth opportunities,” he said.

Old Mutual Namibia host investment briefing: Navigating a world of uncertainty with confidence  Namibia Economist

Old Mutual sees increased US dollar inflows in Namibia – News Stand  Windhoek Observer