Husab — uranium mining operation in Namibia's Erongo region, among active producers expanding amid rising global nuclear demand.
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Windhoek Observer
Husab resumed full production in July after planned maintenance shutdown in June
“This followed the resumption of full production at Husab in July after its planned maintenance shutdown in June.”
Mining output records a modest declineThe Namibian
Husab is household name in global mining circles
“Rossing and Husab are household names in global mining circles.”
From Mining to Might: Moving Namibia Beyond ‘Dig, Crush, Ship’The Namibian
Husab is Namibia's largest uranium producer
“Husab is Namibia's largest uranium producer and is also expected to increase production over the next few years.”
Namibia in Numbers – Monthly Namibian Uranium ExportsThe Namibian
Husab is active uranium project operated by China General Nuclear Power Group
“The country has three active uranium projects: Rössing (China National Uranium Corporation), Husab (China General Nuclear Power Group), and the recently restarted Langer Heinrich (Paladin Energy), which is expected to reach full capacity in mid-2026.”
Namibia rides rising uranium tideNew Era
Husab Mine is targeting record production levels through innovative extraction methods
“Husab Mine: Operated by China General Nuclear Power Group (CGN), Husab is targeting record production levels through innovative extraction methods aimed at conserving water and lowering energy consumption.”
Opinion – Outlook for Uranium Mining Developments in Namibia in 2026Namibia's Mining Production Composite Index fell 4% month on month in August, driven by a 12% drop in diamond production, while uranium, zinc, and gold rose. Mineral prices were mixed in September, with inflation and rising interest rates tempering gains and fuelling operating costs for the sector.
21 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's Mining Production Composite Index fell 4% month on month in August, driven by a 12% drop in diamond production, while uranium, zinc, and gold rose. Mineral prices were mixed in September, with inflation and rising interest rates tempering gains and fuelling operating costs for the sector.
21 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Geological scientists have called on Namibia to intensify exploration of its largely untapped mineral wealth and create more local value from extracted resources. They identified uranium, lithium, rare earth elements and copper as minerals with significant potential for economic growth, noting that Namibia remains underexplored despite its long mining history.
27 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
An opinion piece contends that Namibia's economy relies on extractive mining—exporting unprocessed uranium without refining, fabricating, or building reactors domestically—and that this approach represents "economic surrender" rather than an industrial policy. The author urges Namibia to treat uranium as a strategic asset and develop domestic capabilities in reactor physics and radiation safety.
12 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia exported over six million pounds of uranium oxide concentrate in the first quarter of 2026, the best start to a year in the country's recorded history, driven by rising global uranium prices now above US$80/lb. With three operating mines in the Erongo region and new projects in development, uranium is filling the gap left by the collapsing diamond sector.
4 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia ranked third globally in uranium production in 2024 with 12.18% of world output. Uranium ore and concentrates generated N$28.1 billion in exports in 2025, representing 31% of total export revenue, supported by rising global uranium prices that reached US$85.90/lb.
28 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Republican Party president Henk Mudge accused Headspring Investments, a Russian state subsidiary, of using material incentives to sway communities and officials to accept uranium mining in Omaheke via in-situ leaching, which he warned poses serious contamination risks to the Stampriet aquifer and shared transboundary water systems. Headspring disputed the allegations, stating the project relies on advanced technologies used worldwide and operates under strict regulatory oversight.
12 April 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
Namibia is one of the world's top three uranium producers and stands to benefit from rising global demand for nuclear power as countries pursue clean-energy goals. The country's three active uranium projects—Rössing, Husab, and the recently restarted Langer Heinrich—plus exploration activities could significantly increase output and government revenues over the next decade, though the water-intensive industry faces challenges from drought and market volatility.
27 January 2026 · The Namibian →
According to an outlook by legal experts Patrick Kauta and Vivien Chaplin, Namibia's uranium mining sector is expected to benefit from rising global demand for nuclear energy, with established producers like Rössing, Husab, and the restarted Langer Heinrich expanding, while new projects including Etango-8, Tumas, and Norasa advance through development stages. The sector faces challenges including water scarcity and global market volatility, but Namibia's stable political environment and substantial reserves position it as an increasingly attractive investment destination for nuclear fuel supply.
26 January 2026 · New Era →