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B2Gold Namibia

Canadian mining company operating the Otjikoto gold mine in central Namibia, which produced 199,139 ounces in 2025.

2023-06-212026-07-23

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  1. July 2026
  2. Windhoek Observer

    B2Gold acquired Otjikoto gold deposit

    Source

    The company's management team previously played a key role in developing several of Namibia's major gold projects, including Osino Resources' Twin Hills and Eureka deposits, as well as the Otjikoto gold deposit, which was later acquired by B2Gold.

    Ongwe confirms AGM date, continues focus on gold projects
  3. The Namibian

    B2Gold Namibia's Otjikoto Mine experienced operational developments affecting lower export volumes

    Source

    The bank attributes the lower export volumes to operational developments at B2Gold Namibia's Otjikoto Mine.

    Gold price surge lifts Namibia’s export earnings
  4. June 2026
  5. The Namibian

    council works with B2Gold on infrastructure development and support programmes

    Source

    Van Wyk also notes that the council works with B2Gold, Osino Resources and Fin Fit Investments on infrastructure development and support programmes for micro, small and medium enterprises.

    Karibib plans sale of 100 plots
  6. May 2026
  7. The Namibian

    B2Gold Otjikoto Mine produced 24 529 ounces of gold in the first quarter

    Source

    The B2Gold Otjikoto Mine in central Namibia produced 24 529 ounces of gold in the first quarter of the year – a much higher than expected amount.

    Otjikoto Mine exceeds expectations in first quarter
  8. Windhoek Observer

    B2Gold holds 90% stake in Otjikoto Mine

    Source

    The Otjikoto Mine near Otavi, in which B2Gold holds a 90% stake, produced 24 529 ounces of gold in the first quarter of 2026, exceeding expectations.

    Otjikoto Mine produced 24 529 ounces of gold in Q1
  9. Windhoek Observer

    B2Gold said operating costs were lower than expected because of stronger gold production and reduced mining costs

    Source

    B2Gold said operating costs were lower than expected because of stronger gold production and reduced underground mining costs during the period.

    Otjikoto Mine produced 24 529 ounces of gold in Q1
  10. April 2026
  11. New Era

    B2Gold Namibia committed to contributing N$560 000 per year for four years

    Source

    The programme forms part of a four-year commitment by B2Gold Namibia, contributing N$560 000 per year, aimed at empowering students with access to accredited and practical training through Agra's Agricultural Academy.

    Agra Agricultural Academy avails grants
  12. The Namibian

    B2Gold Namibia awarded 20 bursaries

    Source

    To address the agricultural skills gap and support the long-term future of farming, Agra ProVision and B2Gold Namibia on Tuesday awarded 20 bursaries.

    B2Gold, Agra invest in agricultural skills
  13. The Namibian

    B2Gold committed N$560,000 annually over four years for bursary scheme

    Source

    B2Gold committed N$560 000 annually over the next four years towards the bursary scheme.

    B2Gold, Agra invest in agricultural skills
  14. February 2026
  15. The Namibian

    B2Gold operates Otjikoto Gold Mine

    Source

    Namibia's two operational gold mines are QKR Navachab Gold Mine and Otjikoto Gold Mine, operated by B2Gold.

    Gold mines bleed state of millions
Mining & Energy

Ongwe Minerals schedules August 2026 AGM, advances gold exploration

The News

Canadian-listed gold exploration company Ongwe Minerals Incorporated will hold its annual general and special meeting on 20 August 2026 in Vancouver. The company continues exploration activities focused on the Omatjete and Khorixas gold projects in Namibia's Northwest Damara gold belt, with work centred on identifying prospects including the Manga and Nguni gold prospects at Omatjete.

21 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Tuesday 21 July

  1. Ongwe Minerals schedules August 2026 AGM, advances gold exploration

    Canadian-listed gold exploration company Ongwe Minerals Incorporated will hold its annual general and special meeting on 20 August 2026 in Vancouver. The company continues exploration activities focused on the Omatjete and Khorixas gold projects in Namibia's Northwest Damara gold belt, with work centred on identifying prospects including the Manga and Nguni gold prospects at Omatjete.

    21 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

  2. Ongwe Minerals schedules August 2026 AGM, advances Namibian gold exploration

    Canadian-listed gold exploration company Ongwe Minerals Incorporated has announced its annual general and special meeting for 20 August 2026 in Vancouver. The company is focused on advancing gold deposits in Namibia's Northwest Damara gold belt, including the Omatjete and Khorixas gold projects.

    21 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Wednesday 8 July

  1. Gold price surge offsets Namibia's production drop

    Namibia's first-quarter 2026 gold export earnings reached N$5.2 billion despite production falling 27.2% quarter-on-quarter to 1,953kg, as international gold prices surged to record levels. The Bank of Namibia attributes the production decline to resource depletion and water supply constraints.

    8 July 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 2 July

  1. Ongwe Minerals raises C$23 million for Namibian gold exploration

    Canadian and Namibian-listed gold explorer Ongwe Minerals closed a C$23 million financing through a brokered LIFE offering and private placement, with proceeds earmarked for expanding exploration at its Namibian gold projects. Strong investor demand led the company to increase the offering size.

    2 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Sunday 21 June

  1. Mineworkers' union investment empire faces transparency and benefit questions

    Namibia's Mineworkers' Union of Namibia channels members' dues through Namibia Miners Investment Trust (Namit) and Nam-Mic Holdings, which have grown into a N$900-million portfolio with stakes in banks, mines, hotels and other sectors. Members and their representatives say they have seen little benefit from their decades of contributions and allege lack of transparency and financial irregularities.

    21 June 2026 · The Namibian

Thursday 4 June

  1. Karibib Council to sell 100 unserviced plots via joint venture

    The Karibib Town Council plans to dispose of 100 unimproved plots at Usab Extension 6, generating more than N$403 000, through a joint venture with mining company Osino Resources and Development Workshop Namibia. The plots range from 300 to 1 500 square metres, designated for single residential use, with prices between N$3 000 and N$4 700 per plot; objections are due by 30 June.

    4 June 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 26 May

  1. Mining sector paid N$7.8b in taxes in 2025

    Namibia's mining sector paid N$7.8 billion in taxes to government in 2025, a 39% increase from N$5.6 billion in 2024, driven largely by corporate income tax from gold mining operations. Royalties rose 9% to N$2.5 billion and export levies increased 90% to N$685 million, while the mining sector's real value added contracted 9.4%.

    26 May 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Otavi residents demand better basic services from council

    Otavi residents accused the town council of failing to provide sanitation, water access, and street lighting, citing poor infrastructure and insufficient high mast lights that create safety and health risks. The municipality's acting chief executive said some projects depend on partnerships with stakeholders, including a planned open market by B2Gold pending a memorandum of understanding.

    19 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Monday 11 May

  1. B2Gold's Otjikoto Mine exceeds first-quarter production targets

    B2Gold's Otjikoto Mine in central Namibia produced 24 529 ounces of gold in the first quarter, higher than expected, contributing to total group production of 237 763 ounces. The mine is expected to produce between 70 000 and 90 000 ounces in 2026.

    11 May 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 8 May

  1. Otjikoto Mine produces 24,529 ounces of gold in Q1 2026

    The Otjikoto Mine, in which B2Gold holds a 90% stake, produced 24,529 ounces of gold in the first quarter of 2026, exceeding expectations largely due to better-than-expected ore grades, though this was partly offset by slightly lower mill throughput caused by repairs.

    8 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer

Tuesday 7 April

  1. B2Gold-backed grants support 20 agricultural students

    Agra Agricultural Academy has announced a grant programme for 20 selected candidates, supported by a four-year N$560,000 annual commitment from B2Gold Namibia. The programme provides accredited training in Plant and Animal Production to students from Northern Namibia, focusing on practical skills and industry application.

    7 April 2026 · New Era

Friday 3 April

  1. B2Gold and Agra launch agricultural bursary scheme

    Mining company B2Gold and agricultural firm Agra ProVision launched their first joint bursary scheme, awarding 20 bursaries to students for practical training in plant and animal production through Agra's Agricultural Academy. B2Gold committed N$560,000 annually over four years to address Namibia's agricultural skills gap.

    3 April 2026 · The Namibian

Wednesday 25 February

  1. Auditor general warns of millions in lost mining tax revenue

    An audit by the auditor general found that corporate tax paid by gold mining companies fell 47.7% from 2020 to 2022 despite record production, raising concerns about tax avoidance or under-reporting. The report identifies failures by the Namibia Revenue Agency to conduct tax audits on gold mines and gaps in the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy's production verification controls.

    25 February 2026 · The Namibian

Monday 23 February

  1. B2Gold's Otjikoto Mine records 199,139 ounces in 2025

    B2Gold's Otjikoto Mine in Namibia produced 199,139 ounces of gold in 2025, near the high end of its guidance range, contributing to the Canadian company's record annual revenue of US$3.06 billion. The open pit concluded mining operations in the fourth quarter of 2025, with production expected to shift to underground mining at Wolfshag and low-grade stockpile processing.

    23 February 2026 · The Namibian

Tuesday 17 February

  1. Deputy minister pitches Namibia as uranium and mining hub

    Namibia's deputy minister of industries, mines and energy told the Africa Mining Indaba 2026 in Cape Town that Namibia offers stable mining conditions and positions itself as a strategic partner in the global energy transition, with uranium production complemented by offshore oil and gas, renewable energy, and green hydrogen. The minister highlighted investment-ready projects and commitments to beneficiation, artisanal mining support, and sustainable development.

    17 February 2026 · The Namibian

Sunday 15 February

  1. Great Quest Gold rebrands as Ongwe Minerals after acquisition

    Great Quest Gold has rebranded as Ongwe Minerals Incorporated following a US$4.85-million acquisition of Canadian mineral exploration company Lotus Gold, positioning itself as a new gold explorer with exploration projects in Namibia's Damara Orogenic Belt and Egypt's Eastern Desert.

    15 February 2026 · The Namibian

Friday 13 February

  1. Namibia pitches itself as Africa's mining and energy hub

    At the 2026 Africa Mining Indaba, Deputy Minister Kröhne positioned Namibia as a stable, investor-ready destination seeking mineral beneficiation partnerships rather than raw material exports alone. The strategy emphasizes policy certainty, renewable energy, green hydrogen, and leveraging the country's uranium, diamonds, and offshore discoveries to power industrial growth and regional energy security.

    13 February 2026 · New Era

Saturday 7 February

  1. Namibia to showcase mining opportunities at 2026 Indaba

    Namibia will participate in the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026 in Cape Town in February to attract investors and development partners to its mining sector. The country will host two investment-focused sessions highlighting its stable mining environment, mineral resources including uranium and diamonds, and projects seeking support for exploration, processing and value addition.

    7 February 2026 · New Era

Wednesday 21 January

  1. Namibia hosts 5th Canada-Africa Business Conference in February 2026

    Windhoek will host the 5th Canada–Africa Business Conference on 5 February 2026, bringing together business leaders, investors and policymakers to strengthen trade and investment ties, with discussions focused on mining, energy, infrastructure and economic development.

    21 January 2026 · Informanté

Friday 16 January

  1. Namibia hosts fifth Canada-Africa Business Conference in Windhoek

    The Canada-Africa Chamber of Business will host its fifth conference in Windhoek on 5 February, focusing on mining, energy, infrastructure, and sustainable development, with participation from investors, executives, and policymakers from Africa and Canada to strengthen investment collaboration.

    16 January 2026 · New Era

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