Bank Windhoek introduces ‘olupale’ forum

Bridgens said this at the bank's first olupale legacy discussion, presented by Bank Windhoek's Selekt Platinum on Tuesday in Windhoek.Olupale is an Oshiwambo name for a central place in a homestead, where people gather to share stories, impart wisdom and receive and host guests.“That is why we saw it fit to create the olupale legacy discussion. It creates a platform for like-minded individuals to network, share insights, and form sustainable opportunities,” said Bridgens.Moderated by Bank Windhoek's national operations manager David Nell, the event featured Helao Mwapangasha, Austin-John Robberts, Fenni Nghikevali and Roux-ChéLocke. Mwapangasha is an information technology specialist, father, husband, and farming enthusiast.Robberts is a banking and retirement fund professional, who strives to impact society positively. He spoke about self-awareness, the impact of global events, and how it trickles down and affects an individual's life.Nghikevali is a mother, wife and chartered accountant who aspires to enjoy life and create a legacy for her children. She focused on the importance of establishing and maintaining an estate, financially and personally. Locke is a mother, wife, career person, self-love champion, and legendary presenter in the Namibian sphere.As a collective, they focused on how self-actualised individuals manage their legacy in the family, community, society and globally.Selekt Platinum is a personalised offering created to give Bank Windhoek customers the tools to grow their wealth and secure the future.“It was crafted to add value to accomplished Namibians who want to leave their mark in life and have a healthy respect for their 'future self'. Those who strive towards personal and business success and plan meticulously will achieve it,” the brand marketing head said.

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