Rössing — active uranium producer in Namibia's Erongo region, among the country's three operating uranium mines contributing to global output.
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Windhoek Observer
Rössing is one of three major operating uranium mines in Namibia
“Namibia is the world's third-largest uranium producer, behind Kazakhstan and Canada, with Rössing, Husab and Langer Heinrich as its three major operating uranium mines.”
Namibia urged to dig deeper into untapped mineral wealthThe Namibian
Rössing 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
Rössing has pledged support for the event
“A number of companies, including Rössing and Swakop Uranium, have pledged support for the event.”
Africa open for business at SwakopmundThe Namibian
Rössing is active uranium project operated by China National Uranium Corporation
“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 tideGeological 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 →
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 →
Neels Dreyer has built a varied career across Namibia's tourism, mining, and agriculture sectors, from submarine cook and renowned restaurant manager at the Safari Hotel in Windhoek to semi-precious stone polishing in Damaraland and growing specialty vegetables for elderly care.
18 August 2026 · The Namibian →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →