Chief executives from state-owned enterprises (SOEs) across the country will gather at Walvis Bay next month for the annual Public Enterprise CEO Forum set to take place on 23 July.
This was announced in a statement by Namibia Civil Aviation Authority communications manager Nelson Ashipala on Tuesday.
He says this year’s forum is expected to carry heightened significance, with president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah scheduled to attend the high-level engagement.
The Namibia Civil Aviation Authority and the Namibia Airports Company are the official co-sponsors of both the 2025 forum and the SOE Games.
Ashipala says the forum, established in 2017 and registered under Section 21 of the Companies Act, is aimed at strengthening collaboration, corporate governance and capacity building among Namibia’s public enterprises.
In a statement issued on Monday, the forum’s organisers say the 2025 edition will also introduce a renewed focus on corporate social investment (CSI), as public enterprises explore ways to support impactful community projects.
While the value of the CSI commitment is yet to be finalised, organisers say the move signals a shift beyond traditional governance dialogue towards tangible social outcomes.
Forum deputy chairperson Toska Sem says preparations are on track and momentum is building among executives.
“The Public Enterprises Forum is undoubtedly the biggest and most anticipated gathering of chief executives across our sector. It’s a rare opportunity for leaders to come together, share notes, and collectively chart a stronger course for our enterprises,” Sem says.
According to Ashipala, in addition to the main conference, the forum will host its annual sports games from 25 to 27 July, promoting wellness, networking and unity among public enterprise staff.
He says these sporting activities have become a staple of the forum, drawing wide participation from SOEs nationwide.
Ashipala says they are expecting Walvis Bay to experience a commercial boost from the influx of delegates, with sectors such as hospitality, transport and retail likely to benefit.
He says similar economic ripple effects will be experienced among small businesses and informal traders.
“All chief executives of gazetted public enterprises are invited to attend and contribute to what is expected to be one of the most impactful and inclusive forums to date,” the statement reads.
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