Green Enterprise Solutions (Green) has achieved Lenovo 360 Platinum Partner status, which is the highest tier within Lenovo’s global partner framework. This prestigious certification places Green among an elite group of Lenovo’s top-performing and most trusted partners worldwide. The Platinum tier isn’t just about sales volume; it is a rigorous standard awarded based on proven...
Oil prices jump on Iran war escalation
HONG KONG – Oil prices surged yesterday on a re-escalation of hostilities in the Middle East war after Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz at the weekend, just a day after reopening it, citing the United States’ blockade of its ports. However, lingering hopes for a deal to end the seven-week crisis continued to support...
Energy conference charts strategic path to first oil
The Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC) 2026 concluded last week in Windhoek. It focused on high-level engagements centred on policy renewal and strategic realignment of Namibia’s energy sector to support national economic and developmental priorities. With a clear trajectory towards first oil and a firm commitment to inclusive growth, the conference has affirmed its role...
Private sector drives economic growth – Ballotti …N$2.5m for 11 rural youth enterprises in Nkurenkuru
Paulina Ndalikokule Ndamona Jafeth NKURENKURU – Deputy youth minister Dino Ballotti has urged young people in Nkurenkuru to move away from dependence on government employment and instead embrace entrepreneurship. He stressed that private sector activity is the backbone of thriving economies. Ballotti made these remarks on Friday during the handover of materials and equipment valued...
Telecom clarifies network service disruptions
Telecom Namibia has informed its customers and the general public that some network services experienced temporary disruptions recently due to technical challenges affecting international connectivity. In a statement shared on Friday last week, Telecom stated that the disruption was the result of a failure on external connectivity routes, which placed increased pressure on alternative network...
Circular energy a significant opportunity
Circular energy represents not only an environmental imperative but a significant economic opportunity. By embracing the circular energy approach, Namibia stands to reduce dependency on imports, stimulate local industries, create jobs, strengthen energy security and position itself as a regional leader in sustainable innovation. This was the sentiment expressed by Indileni Daniel, Minister of Environment,...
Experts advise investors on Namibia’s energy laws
Namibia is becoming an increasingly attractive destination for energy investment. However, experts say that success depends on understanding the country’s laws and regulatory environment, as well as how deals are structured. Namibia’s energy sector is governed by a range of laws and regulations designed to support investment and ensure sustainable development. Key legal frameworks include...
Nedbank, NamPower showcase sustainable framework financing
Nedbank Namibia and Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) have reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Namibia Power Corporation’s (NamPower) – Namibia’s national scale power utility provider – energy transition through sustainable, transparent and longterm framework financing solutions at the 2026 Cirrus Investor Conference, where the strategic partnership with NamPower was highlighted. The Cirrus Investor Conference,...
Deposit guarantee raises cover to N$50 000
The Namibia Deposit Guarantee Authority (NDGA) has increased the deposit protection limit to N$50 000, following strong growth in its fund, which reached N$40.1 million by the end of 2025. The announcement was made on Thursday during the release of the NDGA’s latest annual report. The report outlines the Authority’s operations, governance and financial performance,...
TotalEnergies invests US$1 billion as Namibia emerges as new oil hotspot
TotalEnergies is ramping up its global energy exploration, investing about US$1 billion (more than N$16 billion at current rates) each year. This is as new offshore discoveries position Namibia as one of the world’s most promising oil and gas frontiers. Senior Vice President for Africa Mike Sangster this week said the company’s success depends not...









