Sustainable Growth
Sustainability
Committed to responsible financing and inclusive growth
Our Sustainability Commitment
At Letshego Namibia, our sustainability strategy is grounded in responsible financing, inclusive growth, and sound governance. We uphold ethical practices and strong oversight to ensure transparency and accountability, while delivering financial solutions that serve underserved communities without contributing to over-indebtedness. We also maintain strict compliance with regulatory pricing, ensuring our products remain affordable and accessible to all.
Driving Sustainable Impact
We are dedicated to making a meaningful social impact by broadening access to finance for low- to middle-income individuals who are often underserved. These initiatives complement Namibia’s national objectives to improve access to productive capital, stimulate job creation, and foster wealth generation, ultimately driving sustainable economic growth.
In addition, through our financial products tailored to the Namibian market, we actively contribute to the realisation of several Sustainable Development Goals which are:
We integrate Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles into our operations through the adoption of our Social Financing Framework, which influences our credit risk models and product development.
Our ESG roadmap ensures that we continue to deliver value to our customers, shareholders, and society, building a resilient and inclusive financial future for Namibia.
Social Strategic Initiatives (SSI)
Driving Impact Through Ubuntu
Financial empowerment goes beyond providing accessible financial services. It’s about making a lasting, meaningful difference in the communities we serve.
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Guided by the African philosophy of Ubuntu, “I am because you are”, our Strategic Social Investment (SSI) initiatives are designed to foster long-term, sustainable change. We believe true success is measured not only by financial performance, but by the lives we uplift and the communities we empower.
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As a responsible corporate citizen, we remain committed to community-driven development.
Our Focus Areas
Letshego’s SSI strategy is anchored in three key pillars:
Health
Supporting healthcare initiatives that improve access to medical resources and essential services.
Education
Investing in educational institutions and resources to empower the next generation of Namibian leaders.
Vulnerable Projects
Promoting sustainable income-generating activities that enhance economic stability at the grassroots level.
2024 Beneficiaries – Investing in Namibian Communities
2024 Community Impact
In 2024, Letshego Holdings Namibia proudly supported a wide range of initiatives across the country, reinforcing our commitment to improving lives through strategic social investment.
Key Contributions
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N$500 000 Women Empowerment Conference
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N$274 500 Early Learning Development
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N$100 000 Teachers' Conference
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N$100 000 SWAITEX Trade Expo
Communities Reached
✓ Multiple schools and educational institutions
✓ Healthcare facilities and community centers
✓ Women and youth empowerment programs
✓ Sports and cultural development initiatives
Our efforts focused on three key pillars:
Health
Health & Community Support
We believe that access to quality healthcare is essential for thriving communities
Our contributions included:
â–º Ministry of Health
Sponsored the inaugural Quality Management Conference to promote excellence in healthcare.
â–º We Care Foundation
Donated essential supplies to support patients at Katutura Hospital.
â–º Namibian Association of Occupational Therapists
Contributed N$50,000 to the Mental Health Sports Day at Windhoek Central Hospital.
Education
Education & Youth Development
Education is a powerful tool for transformation.
Letshego supported learners and educators through:
â–º Indongo Edu-Lunch Foundation
Provided meals, school supplies, and life skills training to vulnerable learners.
â–º Ombwana Combined School
Funded the renovation of a classroom block to improve learning conditions.
â–º Early Learning Development
Invested N$274,500 in infrastructure and teacher support across multiple schools and events, including:
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Onambwebe Combined School
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Dordabis Primary School
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Elias A Mxab Combined School
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Oshuungu Combined School
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Festus Gonteb Primary School
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Chief Hosea Kutako Primary School
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Aranos Primary School
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UNAM Chancellor Gala Dinner
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Omusati & Kavango Regional Councils
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Khomas Region HODs Teachers’ Conference
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Khomas HODs Teachers’ Conference
Sponsored N$100,000 and hosted a Financial Wellness session to promote educator wellbeing.
Livelihood Creation
Livelihood Creation
We are committed to supporting sustainable income-generating activities that strengthen local economies:
â–º ALAN Economic Development Indaba
Sponsored the 2024 Indaba in Lüderitz, promoting inclusive local economic growth.
â–º YALDA Leadership Workshop
Contributed N$5,000 to empower youth leaders at UNAM.
â–º Never Walk Alone Project
Donated N$100,000 for a fundraiser concert supporting vulnerable communities.
â–º Ongos Valley Foundation
Sponsored N$15,000 for a charity golf day.
â–º Women Empowerment Conference
Invested N$500,000 to celebrate and inspire over 250 women leaders on International Women’s Day.
â–º Swakopmund International Trade Expo (SWAITEX)
Sponsored N$100,000 to support regional economic development and connectivity.
â–º Additional Community Support
Letshego also supported various initiatives across sports, education, and public service:
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Municipality of Gobabis – N$4,000
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Namibian Defence Force – N$20,000
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Oshakati Community – N$10,000
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WHK National Police Sports Championship – N$28,925
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MTC Nestor Sunshine Boxing Academy – N$20,000
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DSA Netball Tournament – N$5,000
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Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) – N$15,000
2025 Beneficiaries – Investing in Namibian Communities
2025 Community Impact
In 2025, Letshego Holdings Namibia has invested in strategic social initiatives aimed at creating meaningful impact across Namibia. Through 39 projects, we have supported key pillars including education, livelihood development, vulnerable community upliftment, health, and sports.
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This investment reflects our commitment to fostering inclusive growth and empowering communities by addressing critical needs and promoting sustainable development.
Key Contributions
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Mattresses to Ombuumbu Secondary School
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Donated 100 winter blankets to elderly citizens
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Financial sponsorship of N$46,730
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N$181 162 toward infrastructure development
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N$20,000 for Sikosinyana Secondary School
Communities Reached
✓ Multiple schools and educational institutions
✓ Rural school communities and parents
✓ Elderly citizens
✓ Vulnerable children and families
✓ Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Our efforts focused on three key pillars:
Health
Health & Community Support
We believe that access to quality healthcare is essential for thriving communities
Our contributions included:
â–º Ombuumbu Secondary School
Bringing Comfort, Inspiring Hope
Letshego Holdings proudly donated 70 mattresses to Ombuumbu Secondary School in Oshifo, Ruacana, to support learners facing long commutes and challenging living conditions. The handover event was a lively celebration filled with song, dance, and unity, serving as an inspiring reminder of the power of compassion, culture, and community.
Ombuumbu Secondary School educates over 440 pupils from across the region. With no formal hostel, many students undertake long daily walks to school. In response, parents established a temporary community hostel from corrugated iron sheets, currently accommodating 70 pupils who cannot commute due to distance and high rental costs. These students have been sleeping on thin mattresses, and some on bare floors.
During a recent visit, Letshego observed these dire conditions as we responded with a donation of 70 mattresses, providing much-needed comfort and relief. The school community expressed overwhelming gratitude through traditional dances, choir performances, and a joyful celebration that united everyone in hope and appreciation.
â–º Rotary Club Keetmanshoop
Spreading Warmth This Winter
Letshego Holdings Namibia partnered with the Rotary Club Keetmanshoop for their annual Winter Drive, donating 100 warm blankets to elderly citizens in need.
The Rotary Club, part of a global network of volunteers, focuses on uplifting communities through health, education, youth development, and social welfare initiatives. When approached to join this meaningful cause, Letshego did not hesitate.
This initiative reflects our commitment to supporting vulnerable groups during the harsh winter months and embodies one of our core values: Ubuntu, which translates to “I am because you are.”
â–º Omaheke Hope For All Foundation
Building Brighter Futures in Witvlei
Letshego Holdings Namibia supported the Omaheke Hope For All Foundation, a community-driven initiative dedicated to uplifting vulnerable children, including San children, children with disabilities, and orphans, through education and personal development.
In response to their request to establish an Educational Support Centre, Letshego sponsored N$46,730 for building materials, transportation, cement, and labour. The centre will provide a safe, inclusive space for after-school academic support, reading programs, early childhood development, and recreational activities.
Construction is already underway on the newly acquired land, made possible through this sponsorship. This partnership embodies Letshego’s continued commitment to community upliftment and inclusive development, helping to create a future where every child can learn, grow, and thrive.
Sports
Promoting Unity Through Sports
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Our contributions included:
â–º Sikosinyana Secondary School
Letshego Holdings Namibia sponsored Sikosinyana Secondary School with N$20,000 to host the first-ever secondary school sports tournament in the Zambezi Region, in partnership with the Dr. Sam Nujoma Foundation.
The tournament paid tribute to the late Founding Father and Former President, H.E. Dr. Sam Nujoma, celebrating his enduring legacy of unity and nation-building. Held under the theme “Promotion of Peaceful Association and Inclusivity Through Unity in Sports,” the event brought together learners from across the region, showcasing the transformative power of sport to foster teamwork, mutual respect, and social cohesion.
Livelihood Creation
Empowering Futures Through Purposeful Infrastructure
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Letshego Holdings Namibia is proud to support NeuroNexus Academy, the first school in Namibia dedicated exclusively to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
â–º Neuronexus Academy
Opened in January 2025, the academy offers specialised education and early intervention strategies to help children reach their full potential.
Letshego contributed N$181,162 toward:
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Therapy Room Construction – N$50,132
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Ablution Block Development – N$87,760
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Shade Structure for Outdoor Activities – N$43,270
Construction is progressing well, with the roof and ablution facilities have been completed, a promising step toward creating a safe, inclusive, and empowering learning environment.