Sisedi Investment Group has announced the appointment of Gabriel Indombo, CFA, as its new Chief Investment Officer (CIO), saying the move will strengthen the company’s investment direction and growth strategy.
The asset manager said Indombo, one of the few black CFA charter holders in Namibia, will lead its investment division in identifying, evaluating and executing opportunities aimed at optimising returns and creating sustainable value for clients.
Hertha !Gontes, Chief Executive and Co-Founder of Sisedi Investment Group, said the appointment reflected the firm’s values of inclusivity and transformation.
“As the only female-founded Namibian asset management company, Sisedi considers gender inclusivity as an essential prerequisite for optimal investment decision-making,” she said.
“We believe that variety fosters creativity and innovation and that job roles are unrelated to any particular gender. Men and women contribute different values and perspectives, and that diversity enhances overall performance. As part of the leadership of Sisedi, Gabriel will lead our investment strategy. His appointment reflects our dedication to cultivating a team aligned with our vision and values. We are confident that his experience and expertise will further strengthen our mission to build a truly Namibian asset management company.”
According to the company, Indombo holds an Honours degree in Financial Analysis and Portfolio Management from the University of Cape Town and a Bachelor of Business Administration from the Namibia University of Science and Technology.
His career has spanned investment analysis, financial regulation, central banking and project structuring, providing him with experience across both domestic and international markets.
Sisedi said Indombo’s appointment underlines its commitment to transformation, excellence and sustainable growth, while enhancing its ability to deliver innovative investment solutions for clients and stakeholders.
