Namibia Asset Management Names Janita Breedt CFO & Company Secretary

  • Ms. Janita Breedt Appointment: Ms. Janita Breedt appointed as Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary, effective August 1, 2024.
  • Background and Experience: Ms. Breedt has over a decade of experience in auditing and finance, currently at Nedbank Namibia.
  • Board's Confidence: The Board expressed strong confidence in Ms. Breedtโ€™s expertise and her potential contribution to NAM.

Namibia Asset Management Ltd (NAM) announced the appointment of Ms. Janita Breedt as the new Chief Financial Officer and Company Secretary. This follows the resignation of Mr. Bullรฉ Uisso, effective June 30, 2024.

Background

Resignation of Mr. Bullรฉ Uisso

In April 2024, NAM informed shareholders about the resignation of Mr. Bullรฉ Uisso. His resignation takes effect from June 30, 2024. Mr. Uisso served as the Groupโ€™s Financial Director and Company Secretary.

Appointment of Ms. Janita Breedt

Ms. Janita Breedt will assume her new roles on August 1, 2024. She is currently the Acting Chief Financial Officer and Head of Finance at Nedbank Namibia.

Ms. Breedtโ€™s Professional Journey

Career Overview

Ms. Breedt is a Chartered Accountant with over a decade of experience. She began her career at KPMG and PwC as a Senior Audit Manager.

Experience at Old Mutual Namibia

Following her tenure at KPMG and PwC, Ms. Breedt joined Old Mutual Namibia. There, she worked as a Finance Manager. Her career progression reflects her strong background in auditing and finance.

Role at Nedbank Namibia

Ms. Breedt joined Nedbank Namibia in 2022. She served as the Acting Chief Financial Officer and Head of Finance.

Expectations and Expertise

Ms. Breedt brings extensive experience in financial management and corporate governance. Her expertise will strengthen NAMโ€™s executive team.

Boardโ€™s Confidence in Ms. Breedt

The Board of Directors expressed confidence in Ms. Breedtโ€™s abilities. They believe she will be a valuable addition to the team.

Companyโ€™s Statement

โ€œWe congratulate Ms. Breedt on her appointment and welcome her to the Namibia Asset Management team,โ€ said Tarah Shaanika, CEO of NAM.

Conclusion

The appointment of Ms. Janita Breedt marks a significant development for Namibia Asset Management Ltd. Her extensive background in finance and auditing positions her as a strong leader. The Boardโ€™s confidence in her abilities underscores her potential to drive the company forward. This transition aligns with NAMโ€™s commitment to strong corporate governance and financial management.