Namibia’s oil and gas sector is still looking forward to reaching the production phase — S&P Global analysts don’t anticipate Namibia’s first oil to come until 2029, and the country’s first gas-to-power project is scheduled to begin in 2027. Before Namibia achieves these hotly anticipated milestones, Namibian lawmakers have the opportunity to implement thoughtful, effective...
CHAMWE KAIRA The country will have 990 MW of electricity added to the national grid if various renewable energy projects proposed before the Electricity Control Board for licensing come to fruition. Southern Africa Renewable Energy (Pty) Ltd has applied for four solar licences with a total of 600 MW at Aus, Mariental, Keetmanshoop and Naruchas....
Namibia’s possible interest in joining the Organisation of Petroleum Exporting Countries might originate from a number of foreign relations considerations: Membership in Opec would allow Namibia to take a more active role in global energy governance. Namibia might help to solve energy-related concerns like climate change and energy security on the continent and beyond by...
Readily committed to ramping up its renewable energy output, Namibia is on the brink of energy transformation. InnoSun – one of the first movers in the market – is aiming to surpass the country’s goal of achieving a 70% renewable energy mix by 2030 through the establishment of utility-scale solar PV and wind power plants....
Hertta-Maria Amutenja Siemens Energy’s keen interest in exploring opportunities to assemble electrolyzers in Namibia signals a monumental stride towards catapulting the country’s green hydrogen sector into prominence. The Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo, recently embarked on a tour of Siemens Energy’s gigawatt factory in Berlin, where cutting-edge electrolyzer production technologies were showcased, setting...
Martin Endjala In an ongoing quest for sustainable energy solutions, Fothermo Photovoltaic (PV) water boilers (also referred to as PV boilers) have emerged as a beacon of innovation and environmental responsibility. This is the opinion of a Mechanical Engineer and a Renewable Energy Consultant at FurnTech Agency, a consumer electronics distribution company based in Windhoek...
RichAfrica Consultancy will host the sixth Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC) from 23-25 April in Windhoek. This annual gathering serves as a platform for key stakeholders in the energy sector to convene and chart the course towards a sustainable future. The theme of this year’s event is ‘Reimagine Resource-Rich Namibia: Turning Possibilities into Prosperity’. “Namibia...
As Namibia celebrates another year of independence, it is a moment to reflect on the steps made in various sectors, particularly the growing oil and gas industry. The exploration and exploitation of natural resources has opened opportunities for both domestic and international investments, positioning Namibia as a key player in the global energy landscape. Since...
Placido Hilukilwa SMUGGLERS of cheaper Angolan fuel are causing irreparable damage to the Namibian economy. They harm not only businesses in the energy sector but also deprive the state, the Road Fund Administration (RFA), and the Motor Vehicle Accident (MVA) Fund of vital earnings, and contribute to the unemployment rate by forcing fuel stations to...
In the global pursuit of sustainable energy, the narrative often revolves around the imperative to transition swiftly away from fossil fuels. While this transition is crucial for mitigating climate change, it is equally vital to acknowledge the nuanced realities faced by developing countries. Pressuring these nations to abandon fossil fuels without providing viable alternatives is...