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Standard Bank Namibia has appointed Rejoice Itembu as Executive: Operations, effective 1 March 2026.
Itembu is a seasoned banking executive with more than 15 years’ leadership experience spanning retail banking, business and commercial banking, digital transformation, client solutions, insurance, public relations, and strategic operations.
Throughout her career at Standard Bank Namibia, she has consistently delivered strong business outcomes, strengthened client experience, and driven key initiatives that advanced the Bank’s digital and operational agenda.
She holds a Master’s Degree in Media and Cultural Studies from the University of Sussex and a Bachelor of Arts in Media Studies and Sociology from the University of Namibia. Rejoice has also served on several governance and risk committees within the Bank, contributing to strengthened oversight and organisational effectiveness.
Standard Bank said her appointment enhances the Bank’s leadership capability in operational excellence, digital enablement, and execution of Standard Bank Namibia’s strategic priorities.
“I am honoured to take on this role at a time when operational excellence and client experience are central to our long‑term ambition. My focus is on strengthening our end‑to‑end processes, enhancing digital and operational efficiency, and ensuring that every client interaction reflects the value and reliability our brand stands for. Working alongside our talented teams, we will continue building a strong operational foundation that drives growth, deepens resilience, and enables Standard Bank to lead with confidence in an evolving financial landscape,” said Itembu.
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