The Atomic Energy Board of Namibia engaged stakeholders in the Kavango West Region on the draft Nuclear Energy Bill.
The consultations seek to raise awareness, explain the Bill, and get input from the people at the grassroots level.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has confirmed that Namibia is drafting a nuclear energy policy supported by legislation as the government seeks to turn uranium wealth into electricity.
Stakeholders in the ||Kharas Region have welcomed the Nuclear Bill for its role in advancing socio-economic development.
They shared these sentiments during public consultations on the draft bill held in Keetmanshoop, which provided a platform for inclusive dialogue and stakeholder input.
Namibians must equip themselves with skills needed for emerging industries such as nuclear energy, oil and gas, green hydrogen and critical minerals.
A Namibian delegation comprising farmers, engineers, environmental specialists, students and media practitioners recently toured Russia's Dalur uranium mine in the Kurgan region.
Namibia places the highest strategic value on the peaceful uses of nuclear energy.
Namibia is seeking closer collaboration with the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organisation (CTBTO), highlighting its position as one of the world’s top three producers of uranium.
The Minister of International Relations and Trade says Namibia is placing particular focus on exploring cooperation in nuclear energy with its bilateral partners.
Rossing Uranium has awarded full master's degree scholarships to three Namibians to study nuclear energy in China.
Earlier this year, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called on the nation to develop skills in preparation for a local nuclear energy industry.
Swakop Uranium says it stands ready to support Namibia should the government go ahead and establish a nuclear power plant locally.
The company's management, led by Chief Executive Officer Luo Wei, paid a courtesy visit on President Nandi-Ndaitwah at State House.
