Who We Are

Namibia Savings, Insurance & Investment Association (NaSIA) is an industry body with membership comprising of Namibian registered Investment Managers, Collective Investment Scheme (CIS) management companies, Linked Investment Service Providers (LISPs), Short and Long-term Insurers, as well as other industry support service providers.

NaSIA was formed in 2017 following the consolidation of three industry bodies, Association for Unit Trusts in Namibia (AUTN), Investment Managers Association of Namibia (IMAN) and the Life Assurers Association of Namibia (LAAN). In 2026, the Namibia Insurance Association (NIA) representing the country’s short-term insurance companies was also integrated into NaSIA.

The industry body is constituted as an Association not for Gain and formally registered as such under Section 21 of the Namibian Companies Act. Collectively, NaSIA members represent the majority of the country’s custodians of non-banking financial assets.

NaSIA ENABLES THE NON-BANKING SECTOR TO SPEAK WITH ONE VOICE

NaSIA’s members are considered the custodian of the bulk of the nation’s savings and investments (i.e. the non-banking sector) and are among the country’s biggest contributors to the national GDP.

NaSIA enables the non-banking sector to speak with one voice and represents the unified goal of ensuring that the Namibian savings, protection and investment industry remains relevant and sustainable into the future in the interest of not only of NaSIA and its members, but also the country and its citizens.

NaSIA is incorporated as a not-for profit company and is empowered by a mandate from an industry that is considered a formidable partner around Government’s negotiation table where we proactively engage on policy, regulatory and issues of common concern.

The Mission

The Association’s mission is focused on building collaborative and trust based relationships for driving inclusive financial wellness for Namibia.

NaSIA further aims to promote a culture of savings and investment in Namibia by:

Building a vibrant and globally competitive financial sector;
Leading industry transformation through impactful strategic initiaves;
Promoting fairness, transparency and ethical practices among members;
Actively driving financial education, equitable and fair treatment of consumers;
Promoting insightful research and analysis to support informed policy making and sound regulations.

The Vision

Our vision is to build a competitive non-banking financial sector contributing meaningfully to Namibia’s global competitiveness.

The Team

Josephat Mwatotele

CEO

Josephat Mwatotele

A solution-driven strategic leader, Josephat joined the Association in August 2024. He has been involved in the financial sector for over 20 years in different areas ranging from capital market development, research and policy analysis, portfolio management and strategic management. Josephat holds a B. Econ and Masters of Int'l Relations and Strategic Studies. His specialist knowledge are in the areas of private equity, financing, investment analysis, strategy development, stakeholder management and special projects management. Josephat is a Certified Director from the Institute of Directors in South Africa and served on the Boards of several prominent Namibian companies as non-Executive Director.

Dr. Meameno Johannes

Senior Policy Analyst

Dr. Meameno Johannes

Dr. Johannes-Indongo has over seven years of experience in the financial services sector, with significant exposure to financial sector development, sustainable finance and financial literacy. She leads research involving industry-wide data collection and the translation of market data into evidence-based policy insights. Her work spans national pension reform, infrastructure investment, ESG initiatives and financial literacy programmes. She holds a PhD in Economics and has completed an ESG course with Bloomberg as well as an Equity Valuation course, and has worked closely with regulators, development partners and industry stakeholders across the public and private sectors.

Aina Ekandjo

Senior Policy Researcher

Aina Ekandjo

Aina has over eight years of experience in economic research, with a strong focus on policy and regulatory analysis. She brings experience across local and multilateral development organisations, particularly in partnerships and stakeholder coordination, resource mobilisation, data collection and analysis, and policy and regulatory research and review. At NaSIA, she is responsible for conducting research and analysis on current and emerging policies, legislation, and regulatory frameworks affecting Namibia’s non-bank financial institutions to ensure alignment. In addition, she provides technical support and advisory services to sub-committees and working groups on laws and regulations governing Namibia’s financial services industry. She holds a Master of Science in Economics from the University of Namibia and has completed an ESG course with Bloomberg through the NIFA Academy.

Hileni P. Ashipala

Senior Policy Analyst

Hileni P. Ashipala

Hileni P. Ashipala is a strategic legal and compliance professional with over 12 years experience in shaping policy, regulation and institutional compliance. An admitted Legal Practitioner, she bridges legal precision with business and regulation foresight to enable forward-looking decision-making. She holds a LLM and PGDip in Drafting and Interpretation of Contracts amongst other qualifications. Her experience spans legal practice, legislative drafting, financial sector policy reviews, and stakeholder engagement, enabling collaborative relationships to strengthen compliance, manage risks and achieve sustainable outcomes.

Godfrey Haixuna

Senior Policy Analyst

Godfrey Haixuna

Godfrey has over 5 years experience in the financial services sector, with significant exposure to asset management and insurance industries. His expertise spans policy and regulation, governance, risk and compliance, economic research, financial analysis, and portfolio management. At NaSIA, he provides technical advice on laws and regulations governing Namibia’s financial services industry and advocates for policy frameworks that benefit both the industry and consumers. He holds an MBA (Finance) from the University of London and certificates in Risk and Compliance Management from UCT.

Rebekka Shakondjove

Executive Assistant and Operations Support

Rebekka Shakondjove

Before joining the team, Rebekka served as Executive Assistant at African Pioneer Marine in Cape Town, South Africa, where she provided strategic support to executive leadership, managed high-level stakeholder engagements, and coordinated key operational and administrative functions. Prior to this, she spent eight years at the Namibia Training Authority, serving as Committees and Councils Secretary, where she played a pivotal role in supporting governance structures, coordinating statutory council and committee activities, and facilitating stakeholder engagement initiatives. Her professional experience also includes roles at Namclear (Pty) Ltd, Aldhahra Agricultural Company, and Standard Bank Namibia, where she built a strong foundation in executive administration, governance support, stakeholder relations, and organisational coordination. Rebekka holds a Bachelor of Business Management from the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) and brings a wealth of experience in governance, executive support, and operational excellence. She is passionate about fostering collaboration, strengthening organisational effectiveness, and delivering high-quality support that enables strategic decision-making.

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Julian Nakanyala

Communications and Content Design Specialist

Julian Nakanyala

Julian has over 5 years of experience in communications, knowledge management, marketing, and stakeholder engagement across the non-profit and industry association sectors. Her expertise spans strategic communications, content development, brand management, digital marketing, event planning and coordination. At NaSIA, she leads the development of compelling communication and content strategies, enhances stakeholder engagement, manages the Association’s digital presence, and produces high-quality visual and written content that supports advocacy, member engagement, and the growth of Namibia’s financial services industry.

Who We Are

NaSIA ENABLES THE NON-BANKING SECTOR TO SPEAK WITH ONE VOICE

The Mission

The Vision

The Team

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