Also known as: Rössing Uranium Limited · Rössing Uranium Mine
Uranium mining company in Namibia subject to government stake acquisition discussions and community investments in skills training and infrastructure.
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare confirmed that Namibia is discussing acquisition of a 10% stake in Rössing Uranium, currently held by South Africa's Industrial Development Corporation. The government holds less than 4% and argues the stake should belong to Namibia under law of succession, with the aim of maximizing the country's benefit from its uranium resources.
7 April 2026 · New Era →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare confirmed that Namibia is discussing acquisition of a 10% stake in Rössing Uranium, currently held by South Africa's Industrial Development Corporation. The government holds less than 4% and argues the stake should belong to Namibia under law of succession, with the aim of maximizing the country's benefit from its uranium resources.
7 April 2026 · New Era →
The government is in discussions to acquire a 10% stake in Rössing Uranium currently held by South Africa's Industrial Development Corporation as part of its exit from the company. Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare told Parliament that the government, which already holds 4%, is working through multiple ministries to pursue the shareholding to ensure Namibians benefit from the country's resources.
1 April 2026 · The Namibian →
The Erongo region drives Namibia's economy through mining, fishing, and emerging sectors like renewable energy and oil and gas. Mining contributed N$51.3 billion to GDP in 2024, while fishing generates N$15 billion annually, though the region faces challenges including unemployment of 32% and housing shortages.
20 March 2026 · New Era →
Rössing Uranium has donated N$135 000 to the Swakop Striders Running Club from 2026 Rössing National Marathon registration fees, to support athletics development and community sport in the Erongo region. The company also donated N$20 010 from 5km Fun Walk entry fees to the Cancer Association of Namibia.
11 March 2026 · New Era →
Paragon Investment and businessman Knowledge Katti have separately expressed interest in acquiring a 10.2% equity stake in Rössing Uranium Limited currently held by South Africa's Industrial Development Corporation. Katti has called for the stake to be sold exclusively to a 100% Namibian entity, arguing that greater local private sector participation in strategic mineral assets is key to national economic sovereignty.
10 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Women represent only 15–19% of the global mining workforce despite centuries of participation in the sector. In Namibia, progress is accelerating with more women in STEM fields, technical roles, and leadership positions, though sustained commitment to inclusion remains necessary.
8 March 2026 · The Namibian →
The 35th annual Rössing National Marathon, organised by Rössing Uranium and the Swakop Striders Running Club, will host approximately 4,500 runners and fun walkers in Swakopmund. The event also features a 5km fun walk for families and community members of all fitness levels.
6 March 2026 · New Era →
Rössing Uranium has donated a laser alignment tool valued at N$130,000 to the Namibia Institution of Mining and Technology for training fitter and turner apprentices in modern industry-relevant skills. The donation reflects the company's commitment to aligning technical training with industry requirements and long-term skills development in Namibia.
3 March 2026 · The Namibian →
Rössing Uranium and the Swakop Striders Running Club are marking 35 years of collaboration by hosting the Rössing National Marathon on 7 March in Swakopmund, described as the oldest running event in the Erongo Region and one of Namibia's most enduring sporting partnerships.
25 February 2026 · New Era →
Rössing Uranium Mine is donating N$251,000 for road safety improvements on the fog-prone Swakopmund-Arandis B2 route in the Erongo region, including installation of road studs to improve visibility and lane demarcation. This is the company's second similar contribution to the same stretch of road since 2020.
21 February 2026 · The Namibian →