Rössing

Rössing — established uranium mining operation in Namibia, one of three active projects driving record exports amid global demand surge.

2023-08-062026-07-13

What’s been said

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July 2026
12 JulThe Namibian
Rössing is household name in global mining circles
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“Rossing and Husab are household names in global mining circles.”
From Mining to Might: Moving Namibia Beyond ‘Dig, Crush, Ship’
April 2026
25 AprThe Namibian
Rössing has pledged support for the event
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“A number of companies, including Rössing and Swakop Uranium, have pledged support for the event.”
Africa open for business at Swakopmund
January 2026
27 JanThe Namibian
Rössing is active uranium project operated by China National Uranium Corporation
Source
“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 tide

Mining & Energy

Namibia must move beyond raw uranium export, analyst argues

The News

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 →

Yesterday

Namibia must move beyond raw uranium export, analyst argues
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 →

Saturday 4 July

Namibia exports record uranium in first quarter 2026
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 →

Sunday 28 June

Namibia third-largest uranium producer, 12% global output
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 →

Saturday 25 April

Africa Economic Leadership Council to host trade expo at Swakopmund
The Africa Economic Leadership Council will hold a three-day Invest in Africa Trade Expo and business summit in Swakopmund from 28 to 30 May, aiming to connect African entrepreneurs and businesses and unpack opportunities in sectors including oil and gas, natural resources, and minerals beneficiation as part of the African Continental Free Trade Area agreement.
25 April 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 12 April

RP accuses Headspring of influencing communities over uranium mining
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 →

Tuesday 27 January

Namibia positioned to boost uranium exports amid global demand surge
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 →

Monday 26 January

Namibia poised for uranium sector growth in 2026
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 →