The Capricorn Group remains committed to being a Positive Connector of Change as evidenced by a N$600 000 boost to nutritional meal support. The group supported a sustainable garden in the Omaheke Region earlier this year. PHOTO contributed
The Capricorn Group remains committed to being a Positive Connector of Change as evidenced by a N$600 000 boost to nutritional meal support. The group supported a sustainable garden in the Omaheke Region earlier this year. PHOTO contributed

Capricorn Group makes socio-economic impact of N$5.7 billion

Wellness
The Capricorn Group, owners of Bank Windhoek and Entrepo Finance, enabled N$5.7 billion in socio-economic development in the economies of Botswana and Namibia for its financial year ended 30 June.



The financial services group shared the findings with the release of its annual results, reporting an 11.7% year-on-year increase in value creation.



The positive financial performance for the period ending 30 June 2025 allowed the group to create value for all stakeholders, contributing to the socio-economic development of Namibia and Botswana. Total value created increased by 11.7% to N$5.7 billion compared to the previous financial year.



Of this total, N$1.4 billion went towards employee remuneration and benefits, N$1.1 billion was paid to suppliers (the majority of whom are local), and N$1.4 billion was contributed to government through direct and indirect taxes. In addition, more than N$26.7 million was invested in communities, as reported in the group’s Social Value Report released on 12 September 2025.



Group CEO David Nuyoma stressed that Capricorn remains committed to building a sustainable future for the group and its stakeholders.



“This year’s achievements are a direct result of the collective effort of everyone in the organisation. Our commitment to improving lives through leadership in financial services, by being Connectors of Positive Change, has positively impacted many lives this past year. Our performance across key indicators demonstrates the strength of our business and the resilience of our teams across our portfolio of businesses.”



Capricorn Group reported strong financial results, with year-on-year growth of 14.8% in profit after tax to N$1.99 billion (2024: N$1.74 billion). Return on equity (ROE) rose to 18.2% from 17.9% the previous year.



Prudent capital allocation, disciplined strategy execution, and investment in digital and data capabilities supported growth in core earnings and improved shareholder returns.



The group declared a final ordinary dividend of 74 cents per share. Together with the interim dividend of 61 cents per share, this brings the total ordinary dividend for the 2025 financial year to 135 cents per share, a 20.5% year-on-year increase (2024: 112 cents). In addition, a special dividend of 36 cents per share was declared, bringing the total dividend for the year to 171 cents per share. The final dividend, together with the special dividend, will result in a dividend payment of 110 cents per share to shareholders on 24 October 2025.



“I also thank our loyal clients, partners, and suppliers for the value they add to our business and, consequently, the value we can create for all our stakeholders. Capricorn Group remains committed to making a positive difference in the development of the countries in which we operate,” concluded Nuyoma.

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