The search is underway to identify the winning teams for the 2025 Namibian Scholars’ Investment Challenge (NSIC), an initiative designed to introduce university and secondary school students to the intricacies of share investments and provide them with a comprehensive understanding of capital market operations. FNB Namibia, the driving force behind the challenge, has announced the commencement of the competition to find the most astute young investors for the upcoming year. “Teams of 3 to 4 members from secondary schools, Grade 10 to 12, and Namibian university students signed up for the opportunity to showcase their investment acumen and compete for cash prizes,” they added. They said the first day of trading began on 14 April and will run until 24 October, allowing participants six months to simulate real-time stock market activity using a virtual portfolio and each team will receive N$500,000 in fictitious funds to trade shares on the Namibia Securities Exchange (NSX) to maximise returns by the end of the trading period. “The competition introduces participants to the dynamics of capital markets, offering an exciting opportunity to develop investment skills and a deeper understanding of macroeconomics and investment strategies,” they emphasised. Head of Global Markets at RMB Namibia, Ian Erlank said financial literacy is key to empowering the youth and positioning Namibia as globally competitive and as such they are again proud sponsors of the NSX Scholars’ Investment Challenge. “I extend my good wishes to all the 2025 scholars; may the markets be ever in your favour,” he added. Chief Executive of the Namibia Securities Exchange, Tiaan Bazuin said the NSX’s commitment to fostering financial literacy among the youth. “The NSIC provides a unique platform for students to get involved in the stock market, bridging the gap between theory and practice in a fun and informative way. We are proud to be part of this initiative that nurtures the next generation of financial leaders,” he concluded.