Namibia’s economy has grown by about N$80 billion in five years, lifting total output to N$270 billion and giving the government more revenue to work with. But that growth is now running up against rising budget pressure and slow job creation. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has noted that tax revenue increased from N$55 billion to N$76...
Namibia’s plans to build a green hydrogen industry are gaining momentum, with new partnerships aimed at turning strategy into jobs and business opportunities. Hyphen Hydrogen Energy, Enertrag and GIZ to support Namibian suppliers in the green hydrogen value chain through the Enterprise and Supplier Development Programme held a signing ceremony yesterday in Windhoek. The partnership...
SWAKOPMUND – An ambitious Namibian start-up is positioning itself within the country’s green ambitions by turning desalination waste (brine) into valuable industrial by-products. The company, Green Brine Technologies, plans to convert desalination brine waste into essential industrial chemicals, reducing environmental harm, strengthening local supply chains and supporting Namibia’s green industrial future. Assley Kalola, the project...
Namibia’s emerging electric mobility sector has received a powerful jolt of global validation after Amperra Charging Company was selected for the prestigious Qualcomm Make in Africa Mentorship Programme 2026. This recognition places the Namibian company among the continent’s most promising deep-tech innovators. For Amperra, this could be a game-changer, as protecting proprietary technology and refining...
Bravery Kabula African airlines are emerging as the fastest-growing players in global air cargo, recording a 21% year-on-year increase in demand in February 2026, the strongest performance of any region. The latest data highlights a significant shift in momentum toward the continent, as air freight activity continues to expand despite ongoing structural and economic challenges....
O&L BrandX, the marketing agency of the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group, was crowned Agency of the Year at the inaugural MTC Branding & Marketing Excellence Awards on Friday evening, capping a three-day MTC Branding and Marketing Indaba with the most coveted accolade of the night. The O&L Group delivered a commanding double victory when...
WALVIS BAY – Electricity distributor ErongoRED says it continues to expand electricity access across the Erongo region through ongoing electrification projects. The distributor’s chief executive officer, Immanuel !Hanabeb, while recently briefing the Erongo Regional Council on their operations, said that the combined urban and rural electrification rate stands at about 79%, with urban electrification at...
Heather Erdmann The second MTC Branding and Marketing Indaba concludes today at the Mövenpick Hotel in Windhoek. This year’s event brought together over 400 African industry professionals under the theme “Marketing from the Heart”. The three-day event focused on authentic branding, digital strategies, and AI, featuring expert speakers, panel discussions, and 18 excellence award categories. An...
Namibia’s construction sector, which has long been regarded as a critical engine of economic growth and a significant contributor to national GDP, is facing renewed uncertainty, as the Construction Industries Federation of Namibia (CIF) warns that current infrastructure procurement models risk sidelining local contractors in the domestic market. At the centre of the controversy is...
Namibia’s energy sector is entering a new phase as the country prepares for the 8th Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC), scheduled for 14 to 16 April 2026 in Windhoek. President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah is expected to officially open the conference, highlighting the growing importance of oil and gas to the country’s future. The event is scheduled...