Namibia is at a critical stage in its emerging oil and gas sector, with billions of dollars in potential investment and job creation opportunities at stake.
This was the view of officials at the inaugural National Upstream Oil and Gas Local Suppliers Workshop hosted by Petrofund.
Namibia is set to host the second Namibia-European Union Business Forum from the 12th to the 13th of May.
This marks a key milestone in strengthening economic ties and advancing investment cooperation between the two partners.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has expressed strong support for plans to establish Namibia’s first large-scale Atlantic salmon industry during a meeting with the Namibia Industrial Development Agency (NIDA) and Namibian Atlantic Salmon Holding (NASH).
TotalEnergies has indicated that the Venus oil project is expected to commence by mid-year, and is currently in the technical development phase.
The Vice President of TotalEnergies, Mike Sangster, made the announcement when he paid a courtesy visit to President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah at state house.
The Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber, NJ Ayuk, has called on Namibia to take bold, decisive steps toward energy independence and economic transformation.
The Chief Executive Officer of Rhino Resources, Travis Smithard, said that Namibia's decision to elevate the petroleum sector within government structures has strengthened investor confidence.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has outlined Namibia's bold vision and commitment to a resilient and globally competitive energy sector, driven by strong institutions, strategic reforms, and inclusive growth.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has outlined a comprehensive vision for Namibia’s energy future, emphasising strong institutions, policy reforms, and sustainable development during her address at the Namibia International Energy Conference.
International Relations and Trade Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi has called on Chinese businesses to deepen trade ties by investing in value addition to Namibia’s natural resources.
She made the remarks during a roundtable and networking engagement in Shenzhen, China.
The Minister of International Relations and Trade, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, is set to strengthen bilateral cooperation with China during her visit there.
Ashipala-Musavyi is on a working visit from 11 to 18 April 2026.
