Shell will kick-off a new exploration drilling drive in 2026 on its geologically complex licence in Namibia’s Orange basin in a fresh effort to find commercial volumes of oil, according to the supermajor’s top representative in the country. However, Eduardo Rodriguez, Shell’s country chair, cautioned that upstream players and Namibia’sContinue Reading
In an effort to increase regional connectivity and stimulate economic development, the Botswana government and Namibia government reiterated their joint commitment to supporting the Trans-Kalahari Railway (TKR) project. This was after a joint Ministerial Committee meeting in Maun, Botswana, on August 15, 2025, when Botswana Transport and Infrastructure Minister NoahContinue Reading
Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC) has intensified its commitment to digital inclusion by launching a strategic rural network optimisation initiative following a comprehensive network audit in northern Namibia. The initiative, driven by MTC’s customer-centric commitment, aimed to gain firsthand insight into coverage gaps and service quality challenges in underserved and uncoveredContinue Reading
Namibia’s burgeoning natural gas sector received a resounding international endorsement this past week, positioning the Southern African nation on the cusp of joining the world’s elite energy exporters. The powerful prediction came directly from the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), the organisation representing nations holding over 70% of global provenContinue Reading
In a significant move poised to accelerate Namibia’s digital economy and public sector modernization, the Ministry of Information and Communication Technology (MICT) has launched an ambitious fundraising drive for a nationwide Mega Hackathon. Speeches by senior officials at high-profile fundraising events this week framed the October 15th event not merelyContinue Reading
In a landmark moment for African financial leadership, First National Bank (FNB) Namibia has been unveiled as the headline sponsor and partner for the prestigious 2025 Alliance for Financial Inclusion (AFI) Global Policy Forum (GPF). This premier event, the leading global network for central banks, regulators, and financial policymakers, willContinue Reading
Namibia has clinched the top spot in Africa and second place globally in the 2025 Green FDI Performance Index, a remarkable leap of 10 places from last year, announced Dr. Nangula Uaandja, CEO of the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB). Speaking at the opening of the Namibia OilContinue Reading
In a banking sector grappling with interest rate cuts, Letshego Holdings Namibia (LHN) has delivered standout interim results, showcasing remarkable resilience and strategic agility. The Namibian financial group reported a 24.6% surge in net profit to N$249 million for the six months ended 30 June 2025, defying the margin pressuresContinue Reading
The race to unlock Namibia’s potentially vast offshore oil wealth is intensifying, with the BP and Eni joint venture, Azule Energy, declaring its ambition to accelerate development and be among the first to bring crude to market from one of the world’s most exciting new exploration frontiers. This push signifiesContinue Reading
Meren (formerly Africa Oil) issued a quarterly results update on Aug. 12 on preparations for the Venus oilfield development project in the Orange Basin offshore Namibia. The company has an indirect interest in Impact Oil & Gas, a partner to operator TotalEnergies in the surrounding Block 2913. Current plans callContinue Reading
