Staff Reporter THE Chamber of Mines of Namibia has appointed experienced geologist and investment banking professional Fabian Shaanika as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 May 2026, marking a leadership transition aimed at strengthening advocacy and supporting the coun …
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Chamber of Mines of Namibia
Also known as: Chamber
Industry body representing Namibia's mining sector, advocating on policy and investment matters affecting uranium, gold, copper and diamond projects.
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- May 2026
Staff Writer The Chamber of Mines of Namibia says major mining projects continued to progress in 2025, strengthening expectations that the sector will remain one of Namibia’s main economic drivers in the coming years. …
Major mining developments continued to advance in 2025The Chamber of Mines of Namibia has appointed Fabian Shaanika as its new chief executive officer, effective 1 May 2026. …
Shaanika takes over Chamber of Mines CEO positionThe Chamber of Mines of Namibia has appointed Fabian Shaanika as its new chief executive, effective 1 May. …
Chamber of Mines appoints Fabian Shaanika as new chief executiveStaff Reporter THE Chamber of Mines of Namibia has reported that Namibia’s mining sector generated N$64.18 billion in revenue in 2025, despite contracting by 9.4%, with strong performances in gold and uranium helping to offset declines in diamond production and other base metals. …
Strong gold, uranium offset diamond slump- April 2026
… The Chamber of Mines of Namibia has issued a stark warning following the release of the Fraser Institute Annual Survey of Mining Companies 2025, which shows Namibia suffered a notable decline in competitiveness as a mining destination. …
Mining chamber cautions of policy uncertainty spooking investors- March 2026
The Chamber of Mines of Namibia has raised concern over Namibia’s sharp drop in a key global mining survey, warning that the country risks losing investment if policy uncertainty is not addressed. …
Namibia’s mining appeal drops … 51% local ownership, new laws scare investors… The Chamber of Mines of Namibia last Thursday expressed concern over the report, saying that it shows the need for policy certainty to safeguard the sector. …
Policy uncertainty deters investments in mining… According to the Chamber of Mines of Namibia’s latest monthly mining update for January, the country’s mining sector continues to play a central role in the national economy, with strong performances in gold, uranium and base metals supporting export earnings and government reven …
Mining sector pays N$5b in corporate taxStaff Reporter NAMIBIA’S mining sector started 2026 on a strong footing, supported by favourable commodity prices and renewed global demand for strategic minerals, according to the latest monthly update released by the Chamber of Mines of Namibia. …
Gold, uranium drive mining sector growth
Mining & Energy
Fabian Shaanika appointed Chamber of Mines CEO from May 2026
The News
The Chamber of Mines of Namibia has appointed geologist and investment banking professional Fabian Shaanika as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 May 2026, succeeding retired CEO Veston Malango who led the organization for two decades. Shaanika brings nearly 20 years of mining sector experience across exploration, project development, financing, and production, including recent roles at Kelp Blue and senior positions at Rand Merchant Bank and Standard Bank Namibia.
Why it matters
New Chamber of Mines CEO appointment signals leadership continuity in Namibia's critical mining sector after two decades under previous leadership.
9 May 2026 · Informanté →
Saturday 9 May
Fabian Shaanika appointed Chamber of Mines CEO from May 2026
The Chamber of Mines of Namibia has appointed geologist and investment banking professional Fabian Shaanika as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 May 2026, succeeding retired CEO Veston Malango who led the organization for two decades. Shaanika brings nearly 20 years of mining sector experience across exploration, project development, financing, and production, including recent roles at Kelp Blue and senior positions at Rand Merchant Bank and Standard Bank Namibia.
9 May 2026 · Informanté →
Thursday 7 May
Namibia's major uranium, gold, copper projects advance in 2025
The Chamber of Mines of Namibia reports that major mining projects including the Tumas Uranium Project, Twin Hills Gold Project, and Etango Uranium Project continued to progress in 2025, supporting the sector's role as a main economic driver, though rising policy uncertainty is starting to affect investor confidence.
7 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Wednesday 6 May
Shaanika appointed Chamber of Mines CEO from May 2026
Fabian Shaanika, former managing director of Kelp Blue, has been appointed chief executive officer of the Chamber of Mines of Namibia, effective 1 May 2026. He brings experience from mining and resources roles at Namdeb, Vedanta's Skorpion Zinc Mine, Debmarine Namibia, and Rand Merchant Bank Namibia.
6 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Chamber of Mines appoints Fabian Shaanika as chief executive
The Chamber of Mines of Namibia has appointed Fabian Shaanika, formerly managing director of kelp farming company Kelp Blue, as its new chief executive effective 1 May. Shaanika, a registered geologist with MBA and experience at Rand Merchant Bank, Standard Bank, Namdeb, Skorpion Zinc Mine and Debmarine Namibia, replaces Veston Malango, who retires after 20 years leading the chamber.
6 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Saturday 2 May
Gold and uranium surge offset Namibia's mining contraction
Namibia's mining sector generated N$64.18 billion in revenue in 2025 despite contracting by 9.4%, with strong gold and uranium performances offsetting declines in diamonds and base metals. Gold prices surged about 44% while diamond prices fell 10–12%, and government contributions rose to approximately N$7.8 billion.
2 May 2026 · Informanté →
Wednesday 1 April
Mining chamber warns policy uncertainty damaging investor confidence
Namibia's mining competitiveness ranking fell sharply in the 2025 Fraser Institute survey, dropping from 30th to 51st globally and from 4th to 7th in Africa, as investor concerns about policy direction and regulatory clarity intensify. The Chamber of Mines attributes the decline to weakening perceptions of mining policy and governance, citing a proposed 51% local ownership requirement and new legislative changes as compounding investor uncertainty.
1 April 2026 · New Era →
Tuesday 24 March
Namibia's mining investment appeal falls to 51st place globally
The Chamber of Mines of Namibia has warned that the country's mining investment attractiveness has dropped sharply in the 2025 Fraser Institute survey, falling from 30th to 51st place out of jurisdictions ranked, citing policy uncertainty including proposed 51% local ownership requirements and planned legislation on water, environment and minerals as key concerns. The government has since clarified there is no fixed local ownership requirement, aiming to restore investor confidence.
24 March 2026 · New Era →
Monday 23 March
Namibia's mining investment attractiveness drops sharply due to policy uncertainty
According to the Fraser Institute's 2025 survey, Namibia's mining investment attractiveness index fell from 66 to 56, dropping its global ranking from 30th to 51st place. Industry leaders and analysts attribute the decline to uncertainty over local ownership requirements, delays in policy implementation, and concerns about new regulatory frameworks.
23 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Saturday 14 March
Mining sector's corporate tax contributions rise to N$5 billion
Namibia's non-diamond mining sector contributed N$4.4 billion in corporate income tax in 2025/26, up 54% from the prior year, driven by strong gold performance and improved commodity prices, though diamond mining tax receipts fell significantly by 69% to N$74.3 million. Overall mining sector revenues to the state, including export levies and royalties, totalled more than N$5 billion, with uranium and base metals supporting export earnings despite sustained pressure on the diamond market.
14 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 11 March
Gold and uranium boost Namibia mining sector in 2026
Namibia's mining sector started 2026 strongly, supported by favourable commodity prices and renewed global demand for strategic minerals, with gold and uranium now accounting for the majority of sector revenues. Corporate income tax from non-diamond mining surged 54% to N$4.4 billion in 2025/26, though the diamond market remains under pressure from weak consumer demand and lab-grown competition.
11 March 2026 · Informanté →
Tuesday 10 March
Chamber of Mines backs proposed mining sector tax reforms
The Chamber of Mines of Namibia supports government plans to amend mining sector taxation, including limits on loss carryforwards and tax deductions for rehabilitation and corporate social responsibility expenditures. The chamber says the changes aim to strengthen economic activity and encourage investment in community development.
10 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 25 February
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 →
Thursday 19 February
US Ambassador leads diplomatic push for Namibia's energy and critical minerals
United States Ambassador John Giordano completed a 10-day mission across Namibia, Washington and Cape Town to mobilise American capital and technology into Namibia's oil, gas and mining industries, framing critical minerals as essential to US energy security in the "AI era". The diplomatic push aims to position US firms to compete in Namibia's offshore energy, uranium and critical minerals sectors while deepening strategic energy partnerships.
19 February 2026 · New Era →
Thursday 12 February
US Ambassador promotes American investment in Namibian mining
US Ambassador John Giordano held talks with Namibian officials on expanding the US–Namibia partnership in critical minerals, citing Namibia as a regional leader in sound mining policy and responsible governance. The discussions focused on bringing American technical expertise, innovation and investment to support job creation, industrial development and energy security in the mining sector.
12 February 2026 · Informanté →