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Friday, 24 April 2026
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Namibian Competition Commission

Also known as: NaCC · the commission · competition commission · Namibia Competition Commission · Namibia–Russia Intergovernmental Commission · IGC · Namibia–Russia Intergovernmental Commission (IGC) on Trade and Economic Cooperation · Namibia–Russia IGC and Business Forum · Commission of Inquiry into Claims of Ancestral Land Rights and Restitution · Commission of Inquiry · Namibia's Competition Commission

Namibian Competition Commission — regulatory authority investigating competition violations and approving major corporate acquisitions, currently overseeing cases in tourism, pharmacy pricing, and fuel retail consolidation.

Tourism & Environment

Tourism hospitality group opposes Competition Commission scrutiny of JV model

The News

The Hospitality Association of Namibia has warned that the Competition Commission's questioning of exclusivity clauses in the country's joint-venture tourism model could undermine investment, conservation, and rural livelihoods. The association argues that exclusivity is essential to securing long-term private-sector funding for over 50 community-based tourism lodges and campsites operating under the framework.

Why it matters

Tourism industry's pushback against Competition Commission scrutiny raises important questions about investment models, conservation funding, and rural economic development.

23 April 2026 · Informanté →

Yesterday

  1. Tourism hospitality group opposes Competition Commission scrutiny of JV model

    The Hospitality Association of Namibia has warned that the Competition Commission's questioning of exclusivity clauses in the country's joint-venture tourism model could undermine investment, conservation, and rural livelihoods. The association argues that exclusivity is essential to securing long-term private-sector funding for over 50 community-based tourism lodges and campsites operating under the framework.

    23 April 2026 · Informanté →

Tuesday 21 April

  1. NaCC launches investigation into Ultimate Safaris and three conservancies

    The Namibian Competition Commission has initiated an investigation against tourism company Ultimate Safaris and three Kunene region conservancies for alleged anti-competition conduct, after the respondents defied a December 2024 cautionary notice to cease the conduct. The case stems from a complaint by a mining claimant seeking to reopen Goantagab Mine within a joint management area that the respondents oppose, citing potential harm to black rhino tourism.

    21 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 17 April

  1. Oil majors confirm drilling but no final investment decisions yet

    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 →

Friday 10 April

  1. Global economic turbulence tests Namibian resolve and business resilience

    The article examines how global economic instability, driven by rising oil prices and international conflicts, is affecting Namibia, while noting that fuel retailers have been accused of supply manipulation during price adjustments. The author argues that downturns are temporary cycles and entrepreneurs should view challenges as learning opportunities rather than permanent setbacks.

    10 April 2026 · The Namibian →

  2. Supreme Court halts NaCC pharmacy price-fixing probe

    The Namibian Competition Commission must reassess its investigation into alleged price-fixing by pharmacies linked to the Pharmaceutical Association of Namibia after the Supreme Court ruled the probe was conducted unlawfully, finding that the commission exceeded its legal authority by delegating investigative powers to its secretary.

    10 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 2 April

  1. CRAN and NaCC strengthen ICT sector cooperation agreement

    The Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia and the Namibian Competition Commission signed an addendum to their Memorandum of Understanding to improve collaboration on fair competition and consumer protection in the ICT sector. The agreement establishes clearer procedures for handling complaints, joint investigations, information sharing, and coordinated decision-making between the two regulators.

    2 April 2026 · New Era →

  2. Nasan Energies appeals five-year fuel sourcing ban from Vitol

    The Namibian Competition Commission approved Nasan Energies' acquisition of 52 service stations but barred the company from sourcing fuel from Vitol for five years to prevent monopoly concentration. Nasan has appealed the restriction and notified the energy minister of its intention to seek a review of the commission's conditions.

    2 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Thursday 26 March

  1. Cheetah Cement plans to retrench 87 workers by April

    Cheetah Cement has notified the Ministry of Justice and Labour Relations of its intent to retrench 87 employees by 15 April, citing financial losses, import restrictions, and a blocked merger. The notice is a declaration of intent subject to ongoing consultations with the ministry and the Mineworkers Union of Namibia, and the final number of retrenchments may change.

    26 March 2026 · The Namibian →

Wednesday 25 March

  1. NASAN Energies approved to acquire Engen and Shell fuel stations

    The Namibia Competition Commission has approved NASAN Energies' acquisition of 52 Engen and Shell-branded fuel service stations from Vivo Energy Namibia, positioning the local oil marketing company as the country's third-largest fuel retailer. The company plans to rebrand the stations and prioritise local suppliers as it implements the transaction.

    25 March 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 23 March

  1. Nasan Energies wins approval to buy 52 fuel stations

    The locally owned Nasan Energies has received approval from the Namibia Competition Commission to purchase 52 fuel service stations (operating under Engen and Shell brands) from Vivo Energy Namibia. Upon completion, the company will become Namibia's third-largest fuel retailer and aims to boost local ownership in a sector historically dominated by foreign operators.

    23 March 2026 · New Era →

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