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Cons Karamata

2023-10-252026-10-23

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  1. October 2026
  2. New Era

    Cons Karamata called for urgent government intervention, including negotiations with trading partners and financial relief

    Source

    “EAN Chief Executive Cons Karamata has called for urgent government intervention, including negotiations with international trading partners, financial relief for affected producers and businesses, strict compliance with veterinary regulations and transparent communication to restore confidence in the livestock industry.”

    FMD outbreak threatens rural jobs, export earnings… EAN calls for financial relief and urgent trade negotiations
  3. New Era

    Cons Karamata warned that expected livestock recovery is subject to considerable downside risk

    Source

    “However, Karamata warned that these projections are now under serious threat.”

    FMD outbreak threatens rural jobs, export earnings… EAN calls for financial relief and urgent trade negotiations
  4. August 2026
  5. The Namibian

    Cons Karamata, chief executive of the Economic Association of Namibia says sector's success will be measured by its impact on people's lives

    Source

    “Cons Karamata, chief executive of the Economic Association of Namibia, says that the sector's success will ultimately be measured by its impact on people's lives.”

    Namibia advised to build capacity rather than protect local businesses
  6. The Namibian

    EAN chief executive Cons Karamata said the Future Generations session and local content masterclasses are designed to bridge the gap between education and industry

    Source

    “The Future Generations session and the local content masterclasses are designed to bridge the gap between education and industry by connecting young Namibians with the knowledge, training and mentorship needed to succeed in the energy sector," EAN chief executive Cons Karamata says.”

    Namibia oil conference targets young professionals
  7. July 2026
  8. Windhoek Observer

    Cons Karamata participated as EAN chief executive officer in delegation

    Source

    “The delegation was led by Economic Association of Namibia (EAN) chairperson Jason Kasuto and included EAN chief executive officer Cons Karamata and Shakwa Nyambe, managing partner of SNC Incorporated, which is a strategic partner of the conference.”

    NOGC delegation meets upstream unit ahead of conference
  9. June 2026
  10. Windhoek Observer

    Cons Karamata said success of this sector cannot be measured solely by discoveries, investment announcements and production figures

    Source

    “Economic Association of Namibia chief executive officer Cons Karamata said discoveries and investment announcements alone would not define success.”

    Oil industry experts warn Namibia must prepare for boom
  11. The Namibian

    Cons Karamata said the programme has expanded and now includes deeper focus on local content and youth inclusion

    Source

    “The programme has expanded since last year, EAN chief executive Cons Karamata says, and now includes a deeper focus on local content and youth inclusion.”

    Namibian businesses to be tested for oil readiness
  12. December 2025
  13. The Namibian

    Cons Karamata is chief executive of the Economic Association of Namibia

    Source

    “– Cons Karamata, chief executive of the Economic Association of Namibia (EAN).”

    Is Namibia Ready for Oil?
  14. October 2023
  15. The Namibian

    Cons Karamata says decision to finance 24% stake in Hyphen project using oil and gas is complex, entailing trade-offs

    Source

    “Cons Karamata, the chief executive of the Economic Association of Namibia, says the decision to utilise oil and gas resources to finance Namibia's 24% stake in the Hyphen project is a complex one, entailing trade-offs and considerations for long-term sustainability.”

    Govt eyes oil money to finance 24% Hyphen stake
Agriculture & Land

Namibia eyes two-year timeline to eliminate foot-and-mouth disease

The News

Namibia plans to submit a foot-and-mouth disease (FMD)-free zone bid by year end and could take up to two years to eliminate the disease from a proposed containment zone, according to the Livestock and Livestock Products Board executive. Areas outside the affected zone would be able to regain their FMD-free status while authorities continue fighting the disease within the containment zone.

12 hours ago · The Namibian →

Yesterday

  1. Namibia eyes two-year timeline to eliminate foot-and-mouth disease

    Namibia plans to submit a foot-and-mouth disease (FMD)-free zone bid by year end and could take up to two years to eliminate the disease from a proposed containment zone, according to the Livestock and Livestock Products Board executive. Areas outside the affected zone would be able to regain their FMD-free status while authorities continue fighting the disease within the containment zone.

    12 hours ago · The Namibian →

Wednesday 21 October

  1. FMD outbreak threatens livestock exports and rural livelihoods

    Namibia's foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, detected in the //Kharas region, threatens to disrupt the livestock sector's economic recovery and cause prolonged financial damage to farmers and businesses. The Economic Association of Namibia is calling for government intervention, including trade negotiations with international partners and financial relief for affected producers.

    21 October 2026 · New Era →

Thursday 20 August

  1. Namibia should build capacity, not just protect local oil firms

    At the Namibia Oil and Gas Conference, Solewant Group CEO Solomon Ewanehi argued that local content policies should aim to develop internationally competitive Namibian companies capable of winning work across Africa, rather than simply sheltering domestic businesses from competition.

    20 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Namibia Oil and Gas Conference convenes for fourth edition

    The Namibia Oil and Gas Conference and Exhibition officially began on 18 August 2026 in Windhoek (18–20 August), bringing together government, industry leaders, investors, academia, entrepreneurs and civil society to focus on ensuring Namibia's oil and gas growth creates opportunities for local businesses, entrepreneurs, workers and communities.

    19 August 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 10 August

  1. Namibia oil conference partners with youth forum to educate professionals

    The Namibia Oil and Gas Conference in Windhoek will partner with the Namibia Youth Energy Forum on a Future Generations session and local content masterclasses to educate young professionals on opportunities in the energy sector through training, mentorship, and industry networking.

    10 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 22 July

  1. NOGC delegation meets Upstream Petroleum Unit before August 2026

    A delegation from the 4th Namibia Oil & Gas Conference met with the Upstream Petroleum Unit in the Office of the President to brief officials on conference preparations and expected participation. The conference is scheduled for 18–20 August 2026 in Windhoek under the theme "From Decision to Dividend: Making Namibia's Oil Work for Namibians."

    22 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Oil industry experts warn Namibia must prepare for boom

    Oil industry executives have warned that Namibia faces a defining test as it moves closer to oil production, arguing that discoveries and foreign investment alone will mean little unless the sector translates into jobs, skills and economic opportunities for ordinary Namibians. The warnings were raised at the launch of the fourth Namibia Oil and Gas Conference and Exhibition, where the theme "From Decision to Dividend: Making Namibia's Oil Work for Namibians" signals a shift from celebrating offshore discoveries to converting petroleum wealth into jobs, business opportunities and skills development.

    17 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Tuesday 16 June

  1. EAN to conduct study on Namibian business oil readiness

    The Economic Association of Namibia will conduct a study measuring how ready Namibian businesses are to engage with the oil and gas sector, with results to be unveiled at this year's oil and gas conference and an official report issued before year-end. A previous August 2024 survey identified capital, bureaucracy, and shortage of skilled people as roadblocks to Namibian business integration in the sector.

    16 June 2026 · The Namibian →

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