The positive developmental outlook provided by the socio-economic landscape of Lüderitz is a motivational factor, with prospects of creating a stimulus for employment opportunities within the financial services sector. These were the sentiments shared by the Standard Bank Lüderitz Branch Manager Mr. Vinia Ndakondja and Universal Consultant Mr. Granville Jahs when they paid a courtesy call on His Worship, the Mayor Hon. Cllr. Phillippus A. Balhao accompanied by Chairperson of the Management Committee Hon. Cllr. Anna-Marie Hartzenberg. The visit that transpired on the 21 December 2023, was complimented by well wishes from the financial giant toward the leadership tenure of the Mayor and a gift from the Chief Executive Officer Mr. Erwin Tjipuka towards the First Citizen. The talks concluded with a commitment from the bank towards the Council and Community hinting at possible partnerships between the Mayoral Office, Council and the community.