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Independent Fisheries Management Scientist Dr Carola Kirchner argues that the Environmental Clearance Certificate issued to Namibia Marine Phosphate on 5 August 2026 is incomplete because it does not cover the environmental impact of on-shore mining infrastructure, which requires separate terrestrial assessments and approvals before the Sandpiper operation can commence.
18 hours ago · Informanté →
Independent Fisheries Management Scientist Dr Carola Kirchner argues that the Environmental Clearance Certificate issued to Namibia Marine Phosphate on 5 August 2026 is incomplete because it does not cover the environmental impact of on-shore mining infrastructure, which requires separate terrestrial assessments and approvals before the Sandpiper operation can commence.
18 hours ago · Informanté →
The Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa is disposing of its approximately 10.48% stake in Namibia's Rössing Uranium Limited because some of Rössing's shareholders are subject to international sanctions, which conflicts with IDC's internal policies and lender requirements. The disposal process has generated 35 expressions of interest but remains ongoing.
7 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
TotalEnergies, which completed acquisition of operatorship of PEL 83 from Galp in December 2025, plans to begin a three-well appraisal campaign on the Mopane discovery as early as mid-2026 and target a final investment decision on the project in 2028, while exploring further opportunities beyond the development.
7 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Canadian-listed gold exploration company Ongwe Minerals Incorporated has filed a technical report for its Khorixas Gold Project in Namibia, which hosts two surface discoveries—Belmont and K17—and lies along the northern margin of the Damara Orogenic Belt. The company plans geophysical exploration in the second half of 2026 to define subsurface mineralisation and develop drilling targets.
7 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Canadian oil and gas company ReconAfrica has increased its public offering to C$19 million (about N$220.4 million) to fund a horizontal sidetrack and production testing programme at the Kavango West 1X well in Namibia. The underwriters will purchase 26,028,000 units at C$0.73 per unit.
7 September 2026 · Informanté →
London-listed Andrada Mining is accelerating exploration and development at its Lithium Ridge project in Namibia's Erongo Region, targeting production by 2028 or 2029 to capitalise on an anticipated recovery in lithium demand. The company plans to advance drilling, define resources and reserves, and complete a Definitive Feasibility Study.
6 September 2026 · Informanté →
An independent review finds that the Sandpiper Marine Phosphate Project's economic case remains incomplete, with updated financial, environmental and fisheries assessments needed before its projected benefits can be established. The review notes that while available evidence does not support declaring the project uneconomic, it also lacks sufficient basis to establish the scale and durability of its benefits, citing concerns over phosphate price volatility and a 20-year operating life.
5 September 2026 · Informanté →
Fisheries Minister Inge Zaamwani has called on stakeholders to work together to address Namibia's growing seal population and its potential impact on fish stocks, urging a balanced, ecosystem-based approach supported by sound science and continuous monitoring to reconcile seal conservation with industry viability.
4 September 2026 · Informanté →
Fisheries Minister Inge Zaamwani has highlighted the importance of maintaining the health of the fishing sector, noting that while some fish stocks remain healthy, others are under significant pressure and require immediate attention. She emphasised that protecting the country's marine resources is essential to ensuring a prosperous fishing industry in the future.
4 September 2026 · Informanté →
The Canadian oil and gas company announced a bought-deal public offering of 20.548 million units at C$0.73 each to fund exploration and production testing in its Namibia operations, with proceeds targeting open-hole horizontal sidetrack and production testing in the Huttenberg and Elandshoek formations.
4 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani has appealed against the environmental commissioner's decision to grant an environmental clearance certificate to Namibian Marine Phosphate for the Sandpiper marine phosphate mining project, appealing against the decision in its entirety and all conditions in the certificate.
3 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The opinion piece argues that Namibia's Cabinet approach to creating a clearer mining framework, including in sensitive areas, strikes a balance between expanding uranium extraction and maintaining environmental standards. The author contends that responsible mining is a national imperative and that existing operations in Erongo demonstrate resource extraction and environmental protection can coexist.
3 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Mining expansion around Karibib, driven by Osino Resources' Twin Hills gold mine development, is creating job opportunities but intensifying pressure on land and housing availability in Karibib, Omaruru and Usakos. The mine currently employs 1,500 people on site with first production expected around this time next year, and is projected to employ at least 1,000 directly once operational.
3 September 2026 · New Era →
The Minister of Agriculture is challenging an Environmental Clearance Certificate granted to marine phosphate mining company Namibian Marine Phosphate, citing a moratorium placed on phosphate mining in 2013, while the Environment Minister said the Environmental Management Act process will take its course and environmental groups oppose the project citing ecosystem damage risks.
3 September 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibian government has approved TotalEnergies' takeover as operator of petroleum exploration licence 83, which contains the Mopane discovery. TotalEnergies now owns 40% of the block, with partner Galp Energia holding 40%, and plans a three-well appraisal campaign ahead of a final investment decision targeted for 2028.
3 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Australian-listed Core Energy Minerals has agreed with Deep Yellow subsidiary Reptile Mineral Resources to invest A$5 million (N$57.5 million) in exploration of a Namibian uranium joint venture, potentially acquiring a 51% stake in Nova Energy (Namibia) through two phases of spending over 42 months.
3 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
FNB Namibia and RMB Namibia have launched 'Beyond the Barrel', an educational series designed to help Namibians understand the country's evolving energy sector and its broader economic opportunities, covering offshore oil and gas exploration and wider value-chain opportunities.
3 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Paladin Energy's Langer Heinrich Mine in Erongo has 21 million pounds of uranium contracted through 2030, with 44% of 2026–2030 contracted volumes at base-escalated and fixed pricing and the remainder linked to market prices. The mine sold 4.35 million pounds of uranium oxide during the 2026 financial year at an average price of US$70 per pound.
3 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Energy and chemicals group Sasol cut its net debt by 11% to US$3.3 billion through stronger cash generation and improved operational performance, and aims to bring debt below US$3 billion before resuming dividend payments. The company delivered adjusted EBITDA of R61 billion, up 17% from the previous year, supported by higher production volumes and crude oil prices.
3 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
As Namibia's energy sector shifts focus from exploration to production readiness, businesses must begin preparing now to participate in the industry, understanding technical standards, complex contracts, and procurement requirements of international operators rather than waiting until production begins.
3 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Mineworkers' Union of Namibia has called for greater worker representation in mining policy, investment decisions, and the issuing of mining licences.
3 September 2026 · Namibian Sun →
The Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme and ERM are inviting public input on a draft Strategic Environmental and Social Assessment for Green Energy Production in the Southern Corridor Development Initiative. A stakeholder meeting will be held on Thursday, 3 September 2026, and comments on the draft assessment are open for public review until Friday, 4 September 2026.
2 September 2026 · Informanté →
The Presidency has designated the Upstream Petroleum Unit as the regulator of upstream petroleum local content, following Cabinet approval of a new local content policy on 4 August. This represents a shift from an earlier version that gave regulatory powers to the Ministry of Industrialisation, Mines and Energy, a change that has drawn parliamentary concerns about reduced oversight of the natural resource sector.
2 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Electricity Control Board, with EU support, has launched the Embedded Generation Application Platform to streamline applications for embedded generation systems below 500 kilovolt-amperes. The ECB CEO described the platform as part of Namibia's fundamental electricity sector transformation, reflecting growing confidence in the country's energy future and supporting national goals for energy security and diversification.
2 September 2026 · Informanté →
An opinion piece argues that Namibia's Cabinet engagement on mining policy clarifies the framework for resource extraction, including in sensitive areas, enabling economic benefits for communities while maintaining environmental and safety standards. The author contends that uranium operations have demonstrated responsible mining is achievable and that policy clarity removes investment uncertainty.
2 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Deep Yellow is evaluating government support, convertible bonds, strategic debt and equity to fund its Tumas uranium project in Erongo Region, with a final investment decision expected in the fourth quarter of this year. The company has completed earthworks and substantially advanced engineering and procurement, with detailed engineering 79% complete and major process plant equipment 76% tendered as of 30 June 2026.
2 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
OL Energy, a Namibian company, is targeting a gigawatt-scale renewable energy project by 2029, building on its approximately 50MW Schönau Solar Project near Karasburg. The company aims to position Namibia as a competitive renewable energy producer and electricity exporter to the Southern African region.
2 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →