Old Mutual Corporate Segment (OMCS) has joined industry stakeholders in celebrating Namibia’s inclusion in the 2025 Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index, a milestone that places the country among 52 retirement income systems assessed globally. As a co‑sponsor of a high‑level industry event, OMCS is supporting efforts to deepen public understanding of what this recognition means for Namibia’s retirement landscape and the future of long‑term financial security.
The event, hosted by the CFA Namibia Chapter Committee in collaboration with OMCS, will take place on 24 February 2026 in Windhoek and will be live‑streamed via Old Mutual Namibia’s Facebook and YouTube platforms. The hybrid format reflects a deliberate effort to broaden access to the conversation, ensuring that insights shared by industry experts reach both in‑person attendees and the wider public.
The Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index evaluates retirement systems based on adequacy, sustainability and integrity, at a time when ageing populations, declining fertility rates and shifting employment patterns are placing increasing strain on traditional pension models. Namibia’s inclusion in the 2025 Index, alongside Kuwait, Oman and Panama, signals growing global recognition of the country’s retirement system and creates a valuable opportunity for reflection, learning and dialogue.
Patricia Olivier, Managing Director of Old Mutual Corporate Segment, says the milestone should be viewed as both an achievement and a call to action. “Being included in a global index of this stature is encouraging, but it also reminds us that retirement systems must continuously evolve. For Old Mutual Corporate Segment, supporting this event aligns with our commitment to responsible industry leadership and to facilitating informed conversations that ultimately benefit employers, employees and retirees alike.”
The event programme brings together local and international expertise to unpack the Index findings and explore their relevance for Namibia and the broader region. Olivier will also present on the current Namibian retirement fund landscape, offering a local perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing the industry. Stephen Walker, Principal Consulting Actuary for Old Mutual Corporate Consultants, will share learnings from regional retirement programmes and reflect on how these insights can inform future decision‑making within Namibia’s retirement system.
A key feature of the event will be a panel discussion comprising representatives from various sectors of the Namibian retirement fund industry. The panel is designed to encourage candid discussion around the practical implications of the Index, the readiness of current systems, and the role of collaboration in strengthening retirement outcomes. By hosting this discussion on accessible digital platforms, OMCS aims to extend the reach of the conversation beyond traditional industry audiences.
Raazia Ganie, Vice President of the CFA Society of South notes that the Index is intended to support informed dialogue rather than competition. “The Global Pension Index provides a structured way to assess how retirement systems perform in a changing world. Namibia’s inclusion allows stakeholders to benchmark progress, learn from global best practice and identify areas for improvement through collaboration,” Ganie said.
Namibia’s inclusion in the 2025 Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index is a moment worth celebrating. Through its involvement in this event, Old Mutual Corporate Segment is helping to ensure that the milestone becomes a catalyst for informed discussion, thoughtful engagement and continued progress in shaping a retirement system that can support Namibians well into the future.