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.
Samuel Shimbuli, born in Windhoek in 1955, was a celebrated lightweight boxer who won the South African Inter-Provincial Amateur Boxing Championship and served as a security officer and mentor at Rossing Uranium Boxing Club. The article eulogizes his achievements during the colonial era and his contributions to Namibian boxing.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Samuel Shimbuli, born in Windhoek in 1955, was a celebrated lightweight boxer who won the South African Inter-Provincial Amateur Boxing Championship and served as a security officer and mentor at Rossing Uranium Boxing Club. The article eulogizes his achievements during the colonial era and his contributions to Namibian boxing.
20 February 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's deputy minister of industries, mines and energy told the Africa Mining Indaba 2026 in Cape Town that Namibia offers stable mining conditions and positions itself as a strategic partner in the global energy transition, with uranium production complemented by offshore oil and gas, renewable energy, and green hydrogen. The minister highlighted investment-ready projects and commitments to beneficiation, artisanal mining support, and sustainable development.
17 February 2026 · The Namibian →
At the 2026 Africa Mining Indaba, Deputy Minister Kröhne positioned Namibia as a stable, investor-ready destination seeking mineral beneficiation partnerships rather than raw material exports alone. The strategy emphasizes policy certainty, renewable energy, green hydrogen, and leveraging the country's uranium, diamonds, and offshore discoveries to power industrial growth and regional energy security.
13 February 2026 · New Era →
The Rössing Foundation, corporate social investment arm of China National Uranium Corporation, is taking the Ondangwa-based Katutura Youth Enterprise Centre (Kayec) to the High Court to evict it from leased land, alleging failure to pay municipal services and unauthorised building changes. Kayec denies both claims and says the two entities had been partners in a larger joint venture, with the case adjourned to 16 March.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Bannerman Energy has signed a strategic financing agreement with China National Nuclear Corporation (CNNC) subsidiary CNNC Overseas Limited, which will invest up to N$5 billion in the Etango uranium project and receive a 43% stake and rights to 60% of production. The investment is targeted for completion by mid-2026.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia, the world's third-largest uranium producer, is advancing nuclear power plans to reduce energy imports and meet growing demand. President Nandi-Ndaitwah has announced plans for the country's first nuclear power plant with support from Rosatom and China, though the project faces challenges including high capital costs and limited technical expertise.
13 February 2026 · The Namibian →
As the world's third-largest uranium producer, Namibia is advancing plans for its first nuclear power plant to reduce reliance on imported electricity and support its Vision 2030 development goals, backed by international partnerships with Russia and China. The project faces significant capital costs and requires imported technical expertise, but recent cabinet approval of Namibia's Nuclear Industry Strategy signals sustained government commitment.
12 February 2026 · New Era →
The Rössing National Marathon in Swakopmund on 7 March has achieved record registration with 4500 runners across multiple distance categories. Rössing Uranium will contribute over N$350 000 towards the event in 2026, with all registration fees supporting the Swakop Striders' community programmes and fun walk proceeds going to the Cancer Association of Namibia.
11 February 2026 · New Era →
The Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa has opened a public disposal process to sell its 10.2% equity stake in Rössing Uranium Limited, a founding shareholder that has reached the end of its investment horizon. Interested parties are invited to submit bids with company background information, financial capacity, and strategic rationale for the transaction.
30 January 2026 · The Namibian →