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Chamber of Mines

Chamber of Mines — industry body representing Namibian mining companies, projecting uranium as the sector's largest 2026 growth driver.

2026-02-032026-06-21
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  1. June 2026

  2. The Namibian

    Chamber of Mines released monthly update for March to May

    Source

    “The Chamber of Mines monthly update for March to May, released on Thursday, says Namibia is vulnerable to global uncertainty around oil prices and trade policy.”

    High fuel prices put pressure on mining industry
  3. May 2026

  4. Windhoek Observer

    Chamber of Mines said sector remains strong with gold and uranium helping offset diamond volatility

    Source

    “The Chamber said the sector remains strong, with gold and uranium helping to offset volatility in diamonds, while increased exploration and investment support future growth.”

    Mining sector shrinks but generates N$64.2 billion
  5. March 2026

  6. New Era

    Chamber of Mines stated mining contributed N$51.3 billion to economy in 2024, 13.3% of GDP

    Source

    “"In 2024, mining contributed N$51.3 billion to the economy, 13.3% of Namibia's GDP, and paid over N$5.6 billion in taxes, royalties and levies. More than 20 800 people are employed directly, with billions spent on local goods and services," the organisation stated.”

    Erongo at 36: Namibia’s economic engine
  7. February 2026

  8. The Namibian

    Chamber of Mines hit back against claims that mining does not create jobs

    Source

    “The Chamber of Mines has hit back against claims that mining does not create jobs for Namibians.”

    Chamber of Mines says sector employs 26.7% of Namibian workforce

  9. The Namibian

    Chamber of Mines cites the example of Tschudi copper mine, which produces refined copper cathodes

    Source

    “The chamber cites the example of the Tschudi copper mine, which produces refined copper cathodes, as well as two other mineral processing plants that are currently inactive.”

    Chamber of Mines says sector employs 26.7% of Namibian workforce

  10. New Era

    Chamber of Mines reported that mining sector contributed 13.3% to gross domestic product in 2024

    Source

    “The Chamber of Mines, through its spokesperson, told the committee that the mining sector remains the backbone of Namibia's economy, contributing 13.3% to gross domestic product in 2024.”

    MPs push mineral reforms

  11. The Namibian

    Chamber of Mines reported Namibia's mining sector delivered mixed performance in 2025

    Source

    “"In 2025, Namibia's mining sector delivered a mixed performance, reflecting divergent global commodity trends. Strong outcomes in uranium and gold supported export earnings, fiscal revenues and investment confidence, while the diamond sector remained under sustained pressure due to weak global demand," the chamber's mining report for November and December says.”

    Uranium and gold carry mining sector in 2025
World & Region

U.S. delegation visits Namibia to advance trade partnerships

The News

A senior U.S. delegation led by Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Nick Checker concluded a four-day visit to Namibia from 11–14 June 2026 to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation in trade, investment, energy, mining and logistics. Discussions with Namibian government officials and business leaders focused on deepening commercial ties and attracting investment in sectors including critical minerals and logistics.

16 June 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 16 June

  1. U.S. delegation visits Namibia to advance trade partnerships

    A senior U.S. delegation led by Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Nick Checker concluded a four-day visit to Namibia from 11–14 June 2026 to strengthen bilateral relations and expand cooperation in trade, investment, energy, mining and logistics. Discussions with Namibian government officials and business leaders focused on deepening commercial ties and attracting investment in sectors including critical minerals and logistics.

    16 June 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 12 June

  1. High fuel prices strain Namibian mining sector costs

    High fuel prices since March have increased production costs for Namibian mining, with transport inflation up 11.5% year-on-year, putting particular pressure on diamond mining and smaller operations, though some mines like Husab have switched to alternative energy solutions.

    12 June 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 27 May

  1. Mining sector must integrate with agriculture, energy, water

    Chamber of Mines chief executive Fabian Shaanika says Namibia's mining industry cannot operate in isolation and must be integrated with agriculture, energy and water planning, citing a "mining-energy-agriculture nexus" and the need to balance competing demands for land, water, energy and infrastructure.

    27 May 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Mining output falls 9.4% but sales reach N$64.2 billion

    Namibia's mining sector contracted 9.4% in 2025 due to lower diamond output, reduced metal production, and weaker global demand, yet generated N$64.18 billion in sales revenue. The sector contributed about 14% to GDP, with uranium and gold growth offsetting declines in diamonds and base metals, while government mining revenue increased 39% to N$7.8 billion.

    5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Friday 20 March

  1. Erongo region contributes billions to Namibia's economy

    The Erongo region drives Namibia's economy through mining, fishing, and emerging sectors like renewable energy and oil and gas. Mining contributed N$51.3 billion to GDP in 2024, while fishing generates N$15 billion annually, though the region faces challenges including unemployment of 32% and housing shortages.

    20 March 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 15 March

  1. Namra warns all mineral, petroleum licence transfers taxable

    Namibia's Revenue Agency has warned that mineral and petroleum licence transfers are subject to Namibian tax even when conducted abroad, with only 5% of companies currently complying. A tax amnesty expires in October, but industry representatives have raised concerns that the current tax regime discourages investment.

    15 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 25 February

  1. Mining sector employs 26.7% of Namibian workforce, chamber claims

    The Chamber of Mines disputed claims by an International Labour Organisation representative that the sector does not create significant jobs, saying its members created 20,843 direct jobs and an estimated 145,901 indirect jobs in 2024. The chamber also responded to other criticisms regarding local beneficiation, foreign ownership, and environmental impact.

    25 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 18 February

  1. Parliament finds Namibian miners using subcontractors to cut wages

    A parliamentary committee investigating 11 mines across five regions found that mining corporations are retrenching permanent employees and rehiring them through subcontractors at lower wages with reduced benefits and job insecurity. The committee also flagged concerns about voluntary separation packages being used to bypass labour law compliance and rising occupational health and safety incidents in the sector.

    18 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 6 February

  1. Parliament calls for stronger natural resources policies and funding

    Namibia's Parliamentary Standing Committee on Natural Resources has recommended stronger policies, funding, and inter-ministerial collaboration to unlock the country's resource potential and align sector strategies with national development priorities including Vision 2030. The mining sector contributed 13.3% to GDP in 2024, while the government received N$7.32 billion in mining revenue, but challenges persist in land reform, energy, and conservation funding.

    6 February 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 3 February

  1. Uranium and gold drive Namibia's mining sector in 2025

    Namibia's mining sector delivered mixed results in 2025, with uranium and gold providing strong export earnings and fiscal revenue, while diamonds faced continued global demand weakness. The Chamber of Mines projects uranium will remain the sector's largest growth driver in 2026.

    3 February 2026 · The Namibian →

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