WHO WE ARE
Namibia Savings & Investment Association (NaSIA) represents the majority of the country’s Asset Managers, Collective Investment Scheme (CIS) management companies, Linked Investment Service Providers (LISPs) and life insurance companies.
NaSIA was formed in 2017 by members of the Association for Unit Trusts in Namibia (AUTN), the Investment Managers Association of Namibia (IMAN) and the Life Assurers Association of Namibia (LAAN). These associations disbanded and their assets and activities were transferred to NaSIA.
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 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
“To ensure that the savings and investment industry remains relevant and sustainable in the interest of Namibia”
“To facilitate and enable the industry to speak with one voice on matters of policy and regulation affecting the savings and investment industry”
NaSIA further aims to promote a culture of savings and investment in Namibia by: Building a transformed, vibrant, and globally competitive financial sector; Actively participating in education, transformation and social development; Encouraging Namibians to save; Promoting transparency and disclosure; Focusing on the consumer; Encouraging ethical and equitable behaviour; Collaborating with Government to: Achieve level playing fields and healthy competition; Engage on policy and regulatory issues.
“NaSIA’s strategic purpose and mandate is to continue to strengthen relationships with key stakeholders and to remain a trusted partner to these stakeholders in the financial services industry. NaSIA has been tasked with ensuring that as a collective the industry remains relevant and sustainable.”
Josephat Mwatotele
Interim CEOJosephat Mwatotele
Interim CEODr. Meameno Johannes
Senior Policy AnalystDr. Meameno Johannes
Senior Policy AnalystResearch & analyze Namibia’s non-banking policies, review global best practices, and assess their relevance & adoptability locally.
Aina Ekandjo
Senior Policy ResearcherAina Ekandjo
Senior Policy ResearcherConduct policy research, assess global best practices, advise regulators, draft papers, and engage stakeholders to strengthen Namibia’s NBFS
Hileni Ashipala
Senior Policy AnalystHileni Ashipala
Senior Policy AnalystResearch & analyze non-banking policies in Namibia, review global best practices, and assess their suitability & adoptability.
Godfrey Haixuna
Policy AnalystGodfrey Haixuna
Policy AnalystResearch policies, support NaSIA sub-committees on laws, and draft policy papers/submissions for members.
Moira Fielding
Personal Assistant/Office AdministratorMoira Fielding
Personal Assistant/Office AdministratorPA to the CEO and responsible for providing administrative support to the Secretariat.