… The Miss Namibia Organisation, the Namibian Broadcasting Corporation (NBC) and Debmarine Namibia this week unveiled the ensemble, highlighting its symbolic depth and cultural intention. …
Swartbooi’s National Costume a Vivid Heritage CanvasNamibia Minute.
Monday, 11 May 2026
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Debmarine
Also known as: Debmarine Namibia
Debmarine Namibia — marine diamond mining company pursuing brand-building and consumer education amid synthetic diamond competition.
In coverage
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- November 2025
- July 2025
… Debmarine’s decision to retire two of its mining vessels three years ahead of schedule is a clear sign of this trend,” he says. …
Diamonds Are Not Forever- October 2023
… The Debmarine Namibia Premiership continues with matches in Windhoek, Rundu and Grootfontein. …
Namibia Sport Fixtures- May 2023
Former Debmarine Namibia chief executive officer Otto Shikongo has been appointed as a member of the board of directors of the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor). …
Former mining executive appointed as Namcor director- August 2022
… The exhibit follows the evolution of the diamond mining industry from land to marine diamond mining by Debmarine Namibia. …
A Guide to the Earth Science Museum- December 2020
… Many years later, our paths would cross again, at Debmarine Namibia, where he was employed in geology. …
A tribute to Martin Shiimi (31 January 1975 – 1 December 2020)
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 →
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 →
Sunday 19 April
Fabian Shaanika appointed to Kudu Chemicals board
Green Metals Refining has appointed seasoned mining and banking executive Fabian Shaanika to the board of its Namibian subsidiary Kudu Chemicals, which is developing a sulphuric acid plant at Walvis Bay for battery-grade manganese chemical production.
19 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Monday 30 March
Horse racing sport faces sponsorship crisis in Namibia
The president of Namibia Horse Racing Association says the future of horse racing is bleak without increased sponsorship, with only MTC currently backing the sport after FNB Namibia, Standard Bank Namibia, and Debmarine withdrew. The association faces challenges including high costs of maintaining racehorses, insufficient competition prize money, lack of technical equipment like drones for photo finishes, and limited geographic expansion beyond Omaheke, Khomas, Otjozondjupa, and Hardap regions.
30 March 2026 · New Era →
Wednesday 11 March
Debmarine promotes natural diamonds amid synthetic competition
Debmarine Namibia is pursuing brand-building and consumer education to protect the natural diamond industry as synthetic diamonds devalue the market and reduce consumer appetite. The strategy comes as De Beers' valuation has plummeted from US$4.1 billion to US$2.3 billion, potentially affecting Namibia's funding for schools, hospitals, roads and social programmes.
11 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Sunday 8 March
Women in Namibian mining: progress visible, barriers remain
Women represent only 15–19% of the global mining workforce despite centuries of participation in the sector. In Namibia, progress is accelerating with more women in STEM fields, technical roles, and leadership positions, though sustained commitment to inclusion remains necessary.
8 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Wednesday 25 February
Synthetic diamonds threaten Namibia's government revenue, experts warn
Anglo American's sharp devaluation of De Beers to US$2.3 billion reflects the diamond industry's struggles amid competition from lab-grown diamonds, which threatens Namibia's fiscal health since diamonds fund schools, hospitals and roads. Experts debate whether Namibia should invest in the sector as Anglo American seeks buyers, with some warning the industry faces long-term decline.
25 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Friday 20 February
Gobabis to host Miss Namibia and Miss Teen pageants
The NBC has decided to bring the Miss Namibia and Miss Teen 2026 pageants to Gobabis, completing hosting of the event across all four corners of Namibia. The move is expected to boost local tourism and regional economy through increased visitor numbers and media coverage, while promoting youth empowerment and regional inclusivity.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Saturday 7 February
Miss Namibia 2026 applications closed, competition enters selection phase
The Miss Namibia Organisation has closed applications for 2026 competitions and completed candidate screening. The pageant continues to position itself as a platform for leadership and social impact, with winners and finalists involved in charity work, mentorship, and national development initiatives.
7 February 2026 · New Era →