Customer Service Institute of Namibia

CSIN believes in the importance of exceptional customer experience for every business. We offer support, education, certification, and practical assistance ...

[Massimo @Rainmaker1973]

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[Customer Service Institute of Namibia @CSIofNamibia]

@TheNamibian Meaning?

[The Brief @TheBriefLive]

LAUNCHED: Standard Bank Namibia's Manager of Everyday Banking, Felicia Jooste says the newly launched URewards programme allows Mastercard debit card clients to earn monthly payouts based on their swipes and product holdings. Speaking at launch, Jooste explained that rewards range from N$90 for classic clients to N$500 for elite legends, with payments made mid-month directly into accounts.
#namibia #mastercard #launched #yourrewards @SB_Namibia

[Namibian Sun @namibiansun]

JUST IN: Telecom Namibia has announced the start of a strategic transformation and repositioning programme aimed at modernising its operations, improving customer experience and restoring confidence in the state-owned telecommunications operator following months of service disruptions and mounting customer complaints.

The company says the initiative forms part of a broader effort to reposition Telecom Namibia for long-term sustainability in an increasingly competitive telecommunications market, while accelerating digital transformation and network modernisation.

The transformation programme comes at a pivotal time for the company, which has faced criticism over recurring network outages, slow internet speeds and ageing infrastructure.

Telecom Namibia recently acknowledged that service interruptions experienced across the country were linked to ageing equipment, hardware failures, unstable international connectivity routes, as well as widespread copper theft and vandalism.

[The Brief @TheBriefLive]

The Global Water Partnership Organization says it aims to mobilise up to N$246 billion (US$15 billion) in global water investments from its new headquarters in Windhoek, as the intergovernmental organisation prepares to officially begin operations in Namibia later this month.

Speaking during a technical visit to finalise the relocation process from Stockholm, Sweden, GWP Chief Executive Officer Alex Simalawi said Namibia was selected to host the organisation’s headquarters because of its demonstrated leadership in water management, climate resilience and governance.

“As an organisation, under our 2025 to 2026 strategy, we aim to mobilise up to US$15 billion in water investments, and we are going to do that very closely in partnership with the government of Namibia and other countries,” he said.

The organisation, which was established in 1996 by the World Bank, the United Nations Development Programme and the Government of Sweden, focuses on supporting governments in addressing water challenges through Integrated Water Resources Management.

https://t.co/Ybp2TTNFRQ #namibia #climate #governance #investment @GWPnews @NamWater_na @MAWLR_Nam @Green_Viewpoint @UNNamibia

[Customer Service Institute of Namibia @CSIofNamibia]

AI can answer questions, but only humans can answer feelings.

In customer service, empathy is still the currency of loyalty.

#CustomerService #AI #HumanTouch #ServiceExcellence

#Technology enhances service, but only human connection wins hearts.

[BluesDeity🫧 @Mutsaa_]

“We don’t talk like we used to” yeah, because I got tired of forcing conversations with someone who replies like a customer service bot.

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

Using AI doesn’t have to make us dumber.

Evidence: AI boosts service rep productivity and customer satisfaction. Even during AI outages, those who use it regularly are more effective.

Outsourcing thinking to AI yields cognitive debt. Learning from AI pays cognitive dividends.

[Customer Service Institute of Namibia @CSIofNamibia]

Service excellence begins at the grassroots.
Across Namibia, the CSIN is equipping local traders & frontline providers with practical skills to elevate C/experience, strengthen livelihoods, & build a culture of service that competes globally.
#ServiceNamibia #CustomerExperience

[Vasant S Kunder @KunderVasant]

Creating Value for Customers - Ron Kauffman. Every product/service provider ought to understand what he is talking about. What have been some of your most recent customer experiences with products/services you paid for. Is leadership or frontline responsible ??

[Forbes @Forbes]

Quote of the day. #qotd

[Customer Service Institute of Namibia @CSIofNamibia]

Service excellence begins at the grassroots.
Across Namibia, the CSIN is equipping local traders & frontline providers with practical skills to elevate C/experience, strengthen livelihoods, & build a culture of service that competes globally.
#ServiceNamibia #CustomerExperience

[The Namibian @TheNamibian]

Prime minister Elijah Ngurare has called for the removal of all middlemen in the procurement process to avoid delays in the government’s service delivery. https://t.co/ygfQvdsco8

[The Brief @TheBriefLive]

Pupkewitz retains position as the cheapest Hardware Store in October 2025

For the third consecutive month, Pupkewitz Megabuild maintained its position as the most affordable hardware store among the four major retailers (BUCO, Ark Trading, and Build It).

In October 2025, Pupkewitz’s total basket cost remained unchanged at N$7,174.79, continuing its streak of price stability.

This represents a saving of N$619.42 compared to its closest competitor, Ark Trading (N$7,794.22), and a gap of N$723.89 compared to the most expensive retailer, Build It.

Overall, BUCO and Build It remained on the higher end of the pricing spectrum, recording totals of N$7,890.17 and N$7,898.68, respectively.

https://t.co/6Uts2VL2VC #namibia #stores #hardware #retailers

[Customer Service Institute of Namibia @CSIofNamibia]

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[Entrepreneur @Entrepreneur]

ICYMI: The best leaders know customer service isn't a department, it's a culture. I saw one company prove it beyond question, and it reaffirmed everything I believe about real leadership. https://t.co/ExKZUfxo1X

[Customer Service Institute of Namibia @CSIofNamibia]

AI can answer questions, but only humans can answer feelings.

In customer service, empathy is still the currency of loyalty.

#CustomerService #AI #HumanTouch #ServiceExcellence

#Technology enhances service, but only human connection wins hearts.

[Customer Service Institute of Namibia @CSIofNamibia]

Customer service is a promise; mystery shopping is the mirror that shows if you’re keeping it.

The @CSIofNamibia is here to hold up that mirror.

#MysteryShopping #CustomerExperience #CSIN #BusinessExcellence

[Daniel Aros @thedanielaros]

@AdamMGrant AI can help with edits and ideas.

But the heavy lifting needs to be on us.

Plus it doesn't have a clue about our core beliefs and memories.

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

It’s a mistake to outsource most writing to AI.

Even if the output is accurate and engaging, something valuable is lost in the process. Jotting down intuitions and spelling out hunches is how we develop and refine our ideas.

Writing is where we do our best thinking.

[Afeef Hussain @afy1036]

Such a Wise Insight.

Some of the most meaningful breakthroughs in an organization happen when we learn how to disagree well—with respect, candor, and a mindset of growth.

Instead of asking, “Why is this happening to me or my team?”, what if we asked,
“What can I learn from this situation?”

Approaching conflict with curiosity rather than defensiveness opens the door to innovation, stronger collaboration, and real progress. #growthmindset #excellence #discovergreatness