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Namibia’s power utility, NamPower, has officially commissioned the Sekelduin 132/66/33 kV Substation near Swakopmund, marking Africa’s first fully digital substation. The facility strengthens grid reliability, unlocks future load growth in the Erongo region, and sets a new benchmark for digital energy infrastructure on the continent. ACTOM served as the main supplier, EPC contractor, and systems […]
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What You Need to Know Namibia is a sparsely populated Southern African nation known for its vast desert landscapes, political stability, and strong commitment to conservation. Stretching from the Atlantic Ocean deep into the Kalahari Desert, Namibia is defined by dramatic scenery and a rich natural heritage. Long shaped by mining, pastoralism, and regional trade, […]
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Contributed by In On Africa (IOA) Country overview: IOA has been a decade-long provider of research and data-based consulting services in Namibia. Our economists have noted the increasing role that transportation is having in national development from the recent expansion of the port of Walvis Bay to the upgrade of the port at Lüderitz, as […]
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By Bradley Claassen, Operations Manager at Workforce Staffing Africa Namibia’s maritime sector is the lifeblood of its economy. The ports at Walvis Bay and Lüderitz are gateways for trade, logistics and regional connectivity and are critical not only for Namibia but for Southern Africa as a whole. At the heart of these operations are marine […]
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Windhoek, Namibia – September 18, 2025. More than seven in ten Namibians (71%) said they were feeling optimistic about their household finances for the coming year, with 78% expecting their income to increase in the next 12 months. One in four (26%) reported an increase in income in the preceding three months, while 41% said that […]
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The third edition of the Namibia Oil and Gas Conference officially commenced on 12 August 2025, at the Mercure Hotel in Windhoek, under the theme “From Exploration to Action: Positioning Namibia as the Next Energy Frontier.” The conference served as a vital platform for dialogue and collaboration within Namibia’s rapidly emerging oil and gas industry. […]
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Empowering the Next Generation of Namibia’s Oil and Gas Leaders The 3rd Namibia Oil and Gas Conference (NOGC 2025) has announced the launch of the Future Generations Masterclass, a new half-day programme dedicated to inspiring, empowering and preparing Namibia’s future oil and gas professionals. Delivered in partnership with the Namibia Youth Energy Forum, this initiative […]
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The 3rd Namibia Oil and Gas Conference (NOGC 2025), themed “From Exploration to Action – Positioning Namibia as the Next Energy Frontier,” runs from 12–15 August in Windhoek. With Namibia emerging as a rising force in Africa’s energy landscape, the event is set to attract global industry leaders, investors, innovators and policymakers, as it offers exceptional […]
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Namibians are heading to the polls to vote for their next president as well as members of parliament. Since independence, the Southern African nation has been ruled by the Swapo party but its dominance is now at risk, especially if young people turn out en masse. The country’s youth, who are largely disconnected from Swapo’s […]
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Namibia, a country already grappling with water scarcity, is caught in a tug-of-war between economic development and environmental protection. Russia’s state-owned nuclear energy corporation, Rosatom, has been eyeing Namibia’s vast uranium reserves, particularly in the Leonardville area. However, Rosatom’s proposed in-situ mining technique, involving the injection of sulfuric acid into the aquifer, has raised serious […]
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