Also known as: the eighth Namibia International Energy Conference · sixth Namibia International Energy Conference
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Windhoek Observer
… At the Namibia International Energy Conference, she spoke of local content, technology transfer, skills development, downstream capacity and infrastructure such as a refinery. …
Namibia’s Industrialisation Question: Are We Serious About Making Things?Namibian Sun
… anslates into tangible socio-economic benefits for all citizens.“As Namibia transitions from exploration to development, the focus is on execution, timely project delivery and value realisation,” Nandi-Ndaitwah said at the recently held 8th Namibia International Energy Conference …
Namibia must earn its spot in oil value chain, advisor saysInformanté
… The engagement, held on the eve of the Namibia International Energy Conference, brought together government officials, international oil and gas executives, and industry stakeholders at the U.S. …
US backs Namibia’s rise as energy and minerals hubThe Namibian
Oil majors stay silent Chevron and Rhino Resources have both confirmed further drilling projects for this year, however, none of the oil majors at the Namibia International Energy Conference hinted at a final investment decision. …
Govt hopes oil investment decisions trickle inNew Era
… nergy Corridor – a system with the potential to link minerals, offshore energy and infrastructure into a platform capable of supporting global supply chains.” These are the remarks of US ambassador to Namibia John Giordano on the eve of the Namibia International Energy Conference …
US Ambassador convenes leaders to advance southern African energyNew Era
… The President made these remarks yesterday at the official opening of the eighth Namibia International Energy Conference, themed ‘The Road to First Oil and Beyond: Partnerships, Investment, Growth’. …
Nam pins hope on energy sector … Angola, Namibia ink N$940m power pactThe Namibian
… He was speaking at the Namibia International Energy Conference in Windhoek on Wednesday. …
Azule Energy targets 2027 final investment decision in NamibiaNamibian Sun
… The founder of the Namibia International Energy Conference, Selma Shimutwikeni, also met the President to brief her about this year's event. …
Photo PageNew Era
… The President made the remarks during a recent courtesy visit by Selma Shimutwikeni, Chief Executive Officer of RichAfrica and founder of the Namibia International Energy Conference. …
‘Invest in energy’ – Nandi-Ndaitwah to private sectorThe Namibian
Chevron has returned as a diamond sponsor for the 2026 Namibia International Energy Conference as the country prepares for first oil following major offshore discoveries. …
Chevron returns as diamond sponsor for energy conference as Namibia eyes first oilAn analysis argues that despite decades of political talk about beneficiation, value addition, and manufacturing, Namibia remains dependent on primary commodities and has failed to assemble scattered industrial activity into a coherent industrial economy, requiring instead a reimagined industrial policy linking resources, finance, energy, trade, procurement, skills and markets.
28 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
An analysis argues that despite decades of political talk about beneficiation, value addition, and manufacturing, Namibia remains dependent on primary commodities and has failed to assemble scattered industrial activity into a coherent industrial economy, requiring instead a reimagined industrial policy linking resources, finance, energy, trade, procurement, skills and markets.
28 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
A special advisor to the President said policy alone cannot create a competitive local supplier base; Namibia must instead build skills, standards, and capability to meet international oil companies' procurement requirements. President Nandi-Ndaitwah announced Cabinet approval of an upstream local content policy designed to ensure petroleum development delivers socio-economic benefits to citizens.
22 April 2026 · Namibian Sun →
U.S. Ambassador John Giordano highlighted Namibia's strategic role in a proposed Southern African Energy Corridor, emphasizing its potential as an oil and gas producer and leading uranium exporter, while noting that success requires clear regulatory frameworks and strong government-industry alignment. The remarks were made during a high-level engagement at the U.S. Embassy with global energy leaders ahead of the Namibia International Energy Conference.
18 April 2026 · Informanté →
Despite targeting 2030 for first oil production, Chevron and Rhino Resources announced further drilling projects at Namibia's energy conference but neither committed to final investment decisions. The government hopes for FIDs by 2026, though policy uncertainty around gas flaring and regulatory delays are hindering investment confidence.
17 April 2026 · The Namibian →
US Ambassador John Giordano convened government officials and international energy executives at the US Embassy to advance integration of Namibia's energy, minerals and logistics systems into a scalable Southern African corridor. Giordano emphasized Namibia's potential as an oil and gas producer anchored by uranium production and robust infrastructure, while stressing the importance of regulatory clarity and alignment among governments, industry and capital for execution.
16 April 2026 · New Era →
Namibia and Angola signed a power purchase agreement and joint development agreement for the Angola-Namibia Power Transmission Interconnector Project (ANNA), estimated to cost about N$941 million and scheduled for completion in 2029. The 166-kilometre transmission line will link the Kunene substation in Namibia to the Cahama substation in Angola, with an initially projected capacity of up to 500 MW to enhance power system reliability and regional energy trade.
16 April 2026 · New Era →
Azule Energy, operator of PEL 85, targets a final investment decision by late 2027 and will establish an office in Namibia, with Giovanni Aquilina appointed as managing director for the country.
16 April 2026 · The Namibian →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah met with multiple delegations at State House over the past week, including a De Beers delegation led by CEO Al Cook, the PDM party led by McHenry Venaani, NEFF and Nudo delegations, the Brave Gladiators after their 2025 COSAFA Women's Championship victory, and Namibia International Energy Conference founder Selma Shimutwikeni.
11 March 2026 · Namibian Sun →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has urged the private sector to take a stronger role in developing Namibia's energy industry, saying energy is essential to tackling unemployment and boosting economic growth. She noted that the government views the private sector as a critical partner in developing oil, gas and renewable energy sectors.
27 February 2026 · New Era →
Chevron has renewed its diamond sponsorship of the Namibia International Energy Conference (scheduled for April 2026) as the country prepares for first oil following major offshore discoveries in the Orange Basin. The conference aims to bring together government, energy companies, and investors to discuss Namibia's emerging oil and gas sector, which analysts project could contribute up to 18% of GDP at peak production.
4 February 2026 · The Namibian →