Building Sustainable Investments for Namibia’s Future.
Growing value. Impacting Namibian lives.
NAFAU Investments is the commercial and investment arm of the NAFAU Workers Trust. For nearly two decades, we have steadily built and grown a diversified investment portfolio that delivers value for our shareholder while contributing to the economic and social development of Namibia.
Our Portfolio
A diversified portfolio valued at N$149 million.
Equity Portfolio
N$
149M
- 9.84% — Nam-mic Financial Holding Services
- 4.67% — Primehealth
- Listed: Standard Bank Namibia
Property Portfolio
N$
4.6M
- Rhino Park, Windhoek
- Katima Mulilo
- Oshakati
Cash Investments
N$
8.7M
- Liquid assets
- Optimised interest income
- Operational stability
About Us
Who We Are
Incorporated in Namibia in 2001, NAFAU Investments (Pty) Ltd is a multi-sector investment company with a clear dual mandate. We exist to preserve and grow investments on behalf of the NAFAU Workers Trust while positively impacting the livelihoods of beneficiaries, their families, and their communities.
Through responsible investment practices and strategic partnerships, we aim to create sustainable commercial value while supporting industries that are important to our constituency and the Namibian economy.
“The time has now come for the company to take the next step toward strengthening its position as a strategic investment entity focused on sustainable growth and long-term value creation.”
Jacob Penda · Chairperson
Our Strategy · 2025/26 — 2027/28
A roadmap where governance, growth, and social impact operate in harmony.
Five strategic objectives, identified through rigorous internal and external analysis, guide every decision in this cycle.
01.
Achieve Portfolio Growth
Implement a formal Investment Strategy with clear return objectives and asset allocation targets.
02.
Optimise Current Assets
Enhance the performance and returns of our existing equity, property, and cash investments through active oversight.
03.
Collaborate with the Trust
Align our commercial mandate with the NAFAU Workers Trust through sustainable dividend and reinvestment frameworks.
04.
Strategic Partnerships
Leverage our strengths to partner with key industries — particularly Namibian fishing — to create commercial and social value.
05.
Strengthen Governance
Develop critical policies — Due Diligence, Board Charter, Cash Management — to ensure operational discipline.
Key governance frameworks
- Investment Due Diligence Guidelines
- Board Charter & Delegation of Authority
- Cash Management & Dividend Policies
Impact & Stakeholders
We operate at the intersection of labour, trust, and commerce.
We practice responsible investing. We don’t just manage assets; we actively seek to impact the livelihoods of workers and their communities by participating in industries — like fishing and manufacturing — that are core to our constituency.
NAFAU Union
Long-term growth, responsible investing, and support for union objectives.
NAFAU Workers Trust
Sustainable dividend income, good governance, and tangible benefits for beneficiaries.
Associate Companies
Active shareholding, consistent engagement, and diligent oversight.
Core Sector
Namibian Fishing, Manufacturing, Food and Beverage
People & Governance
Capacitating for the future.
Building Capacity
To execute our ambitious strategy, we are strengthening our internal capabilities — recruiting the right skills and roles to support governance, technical analysis, and operational management.
Rebranding for a New Era
In light of our revised mandate and vision, NAFAU Investments is embarking on a comprehensive rebranding — aligning our image and positioning with our identity as a mature, forward-looking asset manager.