The Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo, has emphasised the need for policies that maximise economic benefits from the energy sector while ensuring Namibia remains competitive in the global market, particularly following noted oil discoveries.
Mines and Energy Minister Tom Alweendo stated that Shell's announcement regarding the unviability of discoveries in PEL39 is unfortunate but will not hinder Namibia's oil and gas development.
Construction of the Oshikoto Biomass Power Station Project, valued at N$2.3 billion and located near Tsumeb, is set to begin following a recent ground-breaking ceremony.
This power station will generate 40 megawatts of baseload electricity, significantly enhancing Namibia's energy security.
Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo, emphasizes that the oil, gas, and green hydrogen industries in Namibia require skilled labour, technological advancements, and robust infrastructure.
The residents of Napengu in the Zambezi Region have appealed to the Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo, to provide electricity to their area.
The minister visited Napengu, which has 300 households.
The Ministry of Mines and Energy has allocated more than N$17 million to electricity projects in the Zambezi Region for this financial year.
This was revealed by the Minister, Tom Alweendo, during a meeting with the Zambezi Regional Council leadership at Katima Mulilo.
Namibian entrepreneurs are urged to take advantage of the newly introduced Mining Inputs Database to discover business prospects within the sector.
The database was launched at the mining expo and conference held in the capital.
The Swapo Party National Leader assigned to the ||Kharas Region, Tom Alweendo, has urged the electorate to entrust the party with another term of office come the 27 November national and presidential elections.
The Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo, stated that there is a surge in hydrocarbon exploration interest locally.
This, he said, underscores the need for heightened discernment in managing the licensing process within the ministry.
There is a need to find a balance between meeting the needs of the people and protecting the planet as the world moves towards an energy transition.
