Who we are
Ohlthaver & List Finance Trading Corporation Limited (Ohlthaver & List Group, O&L, OLFITRA, or The Group) stands as Namibia’s foremost privately held consortium. Firmly rooted in Africa, we proudly hold the distinction of being the country’s largest privately held group, contributing 3.9% to the gross domestic product (GDP). Originating from the early collaboration of Hermann Ohlthaver and Carl List in 1919 under the Ohlthaver & LIst Bran Kommission partnership, our headquarters are situated in Windhoek, Namibia.
Our Vision & Purpose
Our Values
Let's Talk
Open, honest, down to earth, from the heart communication
- I talk about my expectations, know my business and share its success stories with others
- I create an environment of openness and transparency where everybody is free to talk
- I have discussions with my employees, their expectations, and provide regular feedback
- I am open to contributions and listen in a manner that promote long term relationships and connection
Let's Do It
Deliver on tasks with speed and quality
- I act decisively
- I create an environment where others can provide input and action
- I own, support and drive the strategy of the Company
- I create a high level of connection and affinity to deliver
Hooked On Results
Committed to delivering breakthrough outcomes
- I deliver on my promises
- I constantly seek to provide new ideas and more innovative ways of achieving success
- I am inspired and motivated to deliver beyond expectations
- I am responsible for the success of my company
We Grow People
Taking responsibility and providing opportunities for growth
- I am responsible for my growth, development and success
- I empower everyone around me to grow, develop and succeed
- I celebrate the successes of myself, my colleagues and my company
- I own the company’s performance management and succession strategies
We All Serve
Caring about the future, caring about everyone
- I create excellent customer experiences and always go the extra mile
- I create conditions for people to succeed everywhere
- I am connected to and in service of the purpose of the company
- I serve my Company, Community and Country
Naturally Today For Tomorrow
Bringing thinking to everything
- I respect the culture, beliefs and views of all people and do not discriminate on religion, race, gender or sexual orientation
- I care about my and everyone’s health
- I care about the environment and ensure future sustainability of natural resources
- I am an ambassador of my company’s products & services
We Do The Right Things Right
Open, honest, down to earth, from the heart communication
- I strive for excellence in whatever I do
- I display honesty and integrity in all my actions
- I take accountability for my actions
- I am guided by what is best for the company and its people
