Also known as: Hyphen Hydrogen Energy (Pty) Ltd
Developer of Namibia's first large-scale green hydrogen project near Lüderitz, structured as a public-private partnership with 24% government stake under a concession agreement signed in June 2023.
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The Namibian
Hyphen was awarded the green hydrogen project in Namibia in 2021
“Namibia has been engrossed in the European green hydrogen initiative since former president Hage Geingob announced the decision to award the green hydrogen project to Hyphen in 2021.”
Namibia’s Future is WhiteThe Namibian
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy was favoured by officials ahead of several other established companies
“It is already a huge red flag that the government has committed to pay as much as N$20 billion for a 24% shareholding in Hyphen Hydrogen Energy, a company that officials favoured ahead of several others that are well established.”
Demand for Shares is MisguidedThe Namibian
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy entered into agreement with government to develop green hydrogen and ammonia project with US$10 billion initial investment
“The Namibian government entered into an agreement with Hyphen Hydrogen Energy to develop the green hydrogen and ammonia project with an initial investment value of US$10 billion to produce around 300 000 tonnes of green hydrogen per year.”
Hyphen starts collecting meteorological dataThe Namibian
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy is expected to produce 350,000 tonnes of green hydrogen and two million tonnes of green ammonia per year before the end of the decade
“The project is expected to produce 350 000 tonnes of green hydrogen and two million tonnes of green ammonia per year before the end of the decade.”
German boost for Namibia’s Hyphen hydrogen projectThe Namibian
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy announced government finalized share subscription agreement for 24% stake
“On 22 December, Hyphen Hydrogen Energy announced that the government, via the SDG Namibia One fund, finalised a share subscription agreement.”
Hyphen, Govt agree on 24% equity stakeThe Namibian
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy finalised €5 million agreement with DBSA at COP28
“Hyphen Hydrogen Energy finalised a €5 million (N$ 102 million) agreement with the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) on the sidelines of the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28).”
Hyphen secures N$102 million for hydrogen projectThe Namibian
Hyphen was recognised as Low-Carbon Hydrogen Energy Transition Changemaker at COP28
“Hyphen was recognised as a Low-Carbon Hydrogen Energy Transition Changemaker at COP28 on Tuesday.”
Hyphen secures N$102 million for hydrogen projectThe Namibian
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy is awaiting approval and must undergo environmental and technical evaluations to protect park tourism
“Green hydrogen commissioner James Mnyupe said the much-touted Hyphen green hydrogen project in Tsau //Khaeb National Park is awaiting approval and must first undergo thorough environmental and technical evaluations to ensure it doesn't impact park tourism.”
Hyphen not a done deal – MnyupeThe Namibian
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy has promised to prioritise environmental sustainability in its green hydrogen project
“Hyphen Hydrogen Energy has promised to prioritise environmental sustainability as it embarks on its ambitious green hydrogen project within the Tsau //Khaeb National Park.”
Hyphen promises environmental sustainability at LüderitzThe Namibian
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy's chief executive Marco Raffinetti says disclosing information on the company's agreements with government would be detrimental to project development
“Hyphen Hydrogen Energy's chief executive, Marco Raffinetti, says disclosing information on the company's agreements with the government would be detrimental to the development of its green hydrogen project.”
Hyphen maintains secrecy on agreements with GovtThe Governor of //Kharas Region called on local communities to share ideas on how the green hydrogen industry should develop in the region, including priorities on employment, land use, and environmental safeguards. He emphasized that stakeholder engagement ensures communities have a voice in development plans, particularly for the anticipated Hyphen Hydrogen Energy project.
12 June 2026 · Informanté →
The Governor of //Kharas Region called on local communities to share ideas on how the green hydrogen industry should develop in the region, including priorities on employment, land use, and environmental safeguards. He emphasized that stakeholder engagement ensures communities have a voice in development plans, particularly for the anticipated Hyphen Hydrogen Energy project.
12 June 2026 · Informanté →
The National Planning Commission director general said Namibia is ready to move from planning to implementation of green hydrogen projects, despite the absence of dedicated legislation. The government aims to create 30,000 green jobs by 2030 and position Namibia as a low-carbon industry platform for southern Africa.
3 June 2026 · The Namibian →
National Assembly deputy speaker Phillipus Katamelo said that the 1904–1908 genocide against the Ovaherero and Nama people can only be addressed through meaningful action, not words alone. He urged companies operating in Namibia to focus on improving social conditions and creating jobs in local communities as a way to help correct historical injustices.
28 May 2026 · The Namibian →
A €500 million framework loan facility from the European Investment Bank has not yet been rolled out in Namibia despite EU partnership progress in green hydrogen, critical raw materials, and infrastructure development.
18 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
HYPHEN Hydrogen Energy, in partnership with AHK Southern Africa and GIZ, held an Enterprise and Supplier Development workshop in Windhoek to strengthen Namibian business participation in the emerging green hydrogen sector and support local procurement within large-scale infrastructure projects. The initiative, supported by H2Uppp funding and a Letter of Intent, aligns with Namibia's industrialisation agenda as Hyphen develops the country's first large-scale green hydrogen project under a Feasibility and Implementation Agreement with the Government.
15 May 2026 · Informanté →
Agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani says the Hyphen Green Hydrogen Project near Lüderitz could provide desalinated water to support farming in water-stressed Aus and enable a green scheme in the area, while also delivering wider economic benefits and requiring sector-wide adjustments.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Vice President Lucia Witbooi visited the Hyphen green hydrogen project in Lüderitz to reaffirm government support for the initiative and highlight its role in economic transformation, job creation, and sustainable development. The project is structured as a public-private partnership with government holding a 24% stake under a concession agreement signed in June 2023.
5 May 2026 · Informanté →
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy, partnering with Enertrag and GIZ, will sign a cooperation agreement under the International Hydrogen Ramp-up Programme to strengthen Namibian supplier capacity in the green hydrogen sector. The initiative, funded by EUR 300,000 from H2UPPP and EUR 300,000 from Hyphen, will implement an Enterprise and Supplier Development Programme to build capability and competitiveness of Namibian enterprises.
20 April 2026 · Informanté →
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy plans to spend N$54 billion on procurement from local Namibian businesses over its project lifespan, targeting 30% local procurement. The company has launched a capacity-building programme with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, backed by grant funding, to help Namibian companies compete for specialised opportunities across the hydrogen sector value chain.
16 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Hyphen Hydrogen Energy, Enertrag and GIZ signed an agreement to support Namibian suppliers in the green hydrogen value chain through an Enterprise and Supplier Development Programme. The partnership aims to strengthen local capacity and participation, with over €40 million committed to Namibian projects and focus on building domestic industries, creating jobs, and increasing processed exports rather than raw material exports.
14 April 2026 · New Era →
The Keetmanshoop Vocational Training Centre has opened new intakes offering courses in solar installation, welding, electrical engineering, and logistics tailored to job requirements in emerging green hydrogen, oil, and gas sectors. The centre, which admits trainees nationally and provides free tuition through government policy, will inaugurate with Vice President Lucia Witbooi this Thursday.
17 March 2026 · New Era →
A proposed hydrogen production facility in Namibia's Tsau ||Khaeb National Park promises jobs and clean energy exports, but conservationists warn it risks harming endangered wildlife like African penguins and unique desert plants, while local activists raise concerns about community engagement and respect for sites of colonial genocide.
16 March 2026 · The Namibian →
A major hydrogen production facility planned for Tsau ǁKhaeb National Park promises jobs and economic growth but risks damaging endangered wildlife like African penguins and unique desert plants, prompting conservationists to warn of impacts on biodiversity despite Hyphen's commitments to minimise disturbance.
13 March 2026 · The Namibian →
An LPM parliamentarian has criticized the green hydrogen project as a political campaign tool rather than a genuine development plan, citing the lack of a dedicated legislative framework. The government's press secretary defended the project as part of Namibia's development vision alongside oil and gas initiatives, while the minister acknowledged no standalone green hydrogen act exists but said the sector is governed by existing environmental and energy legislation.
12 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Parliamentary Standing Committee on Economy, Industry, Public Administration and Planning completed an oversight visit to the //Kharas region to monitor capital projects including airport infrastructure, hospital renovations, and the railway line. Committee chairperson Iipumbu Shiimi said Parliament has a constitutional responsibility to track government investments to ensure effective use of public funds and tangible benefits to citizens, though some concerns were raised about slow implementation and official absenteeism.
2 February 2026 · New Era →
The African Development Bank has approved a US$10 million loan to Hyphen Hydrogen Energy for detailed engineering studies on Namibia's green hydrogen and ammonia project near Lüderitz, a development that could create 15,000 construction jobs and 3,000 permanent positions while producing up to two million tonnes of green ammonia annually for export.
22 January 2026 · New Era →