Uncategorized EIF and Green Hydrogen Programme pursue climate funding for key southern Namibia projects By: Hertha Ekandjo The Environmental Investment Fund (EIF) of Namibia, in collaboration with the Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme (NGH2P), has developed three ambitious concept notes for potential funding by the Green Climate Fund (GCF). These projects are set to transform the southern region's economy and energy landscape through innovative green hydrogen and renewable energy initiatives. The proposed projects include the development of a new Green Hydrogen Plant under the […] today14 May, 2025
Namibia Property owners call for revitalisation of Windhoek CBD By: Ludorf Iyambo Property owners are calling on the City of Windhoek to collaborate with them to revitalise the Central Business District (CBD), which they say becomes quiet after hours. The owners proposed a partnership with the city to introduce social and cultural activities and enhance safety in the area. The owners raised these concerns on Tuesday during a mayoral central business district tour and stakeholders' consultation meeting in the […] today14 May, 2025
insert_link Uncategorized Driver unharmed as truck burns near Swakopmund By: Adolf Kaure A truck was damaged by fire on the B2 highway near Swakopmund on Tuesday afternoon. According to Warrant Officer Tuyenikelao Tashiya-Fernando from the Erongo police, the 28-year-old driver of the truck did not sustain any injuries. “The driver, who was driving alone from Walvis Bay to Windhoek, smelled electrical burning as he was approaching the Swakopmund roadblock. He applied the brakes to stop the truck, but […] today14 May, 2025
insert_link APO International President Hakainde Hichilema to open the 4th Canada-Africa Business Conference in Zambia sponsored by Hatch We are delighted to announce - thanks to the headline sponsorship of Hatch - that the 4th Canada-Africa Business Conference will take place in Lusaka from September 29-30, 2025. President Hakainde Hichilema is set to open the two-day program on September 29th at the InterContinental Lusaka (apo-opa.co/3Z7ia7B), during the Official Opening Ceremony, underscoring the country’s commitment to Canadian and international trade and investment and drawing attention to Zambia and African markets […] today14 May, 2025
insert_link APO International Formalizing Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining (ASGM) for Growth: Mining in Motion to Unpack Ghana’s Success, Ongoing Efforts The upcoming Mining in Motion Summit – Ghana’s premier gathering for mining stakeholders, scheduled for June 2 - 4, 2025 in Accra – will feature a high-level panel discussion on the country’s ongoing efforts to formalize its artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) sector. Titled Case Studies in ASGM Formalization: Learning from Successes and Addressing Challenges, the panel will explore regulation and programs enhancing the ASGM sector’s contribution to mining […] today14 May, 2025
insert_link APO International Africa Rallies for Gas-Driven Growth at Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025 African energy leaders kicked off the Invest in African Energy (IAE) 2025 Forum in Paris with a resounding call for deeper cross-border collaboration, strategic gas monetization and inclusive national development policies, signaling a united front in shaping Africa’s energy future. Leading the charge, NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the African Energy Chamber, lauded the successful execution of the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim (GTA) gas project by Mauritania and Senegal – which […] today14 May, 2025
insert_link APO International African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 to Spotlight the Impact of Gabon’s Mining Code Gabon strives to expand the mining industry’s GDP contribution to over 30% by the mid-2030s, using policies such as the Mining Code to attract investment and fuel development. By offering competitive incentives such as tax holidays ranging from three to eight years and a modest 3-5% royalty on base metals, the Mining Code offers improved terms for investors, thereby providing positive implications for the country’s mineral sector. African Mining Week […] today14 May, 2025
insert_link APO International Africa’s Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Growth Hinges on Investment, Strategic Partnerships Accelerating Africa’s liquefied natural gas (LNG) ambitions will depend on mobilizing risk-tolerant investment, building strong technical and commercial partnerships, and committing to local capacity-building, according to panelists at the Invest in African Energy (IAE) Forum in Paris. Speaking during a discussion on monetizing African gas sponsored by Perenco, UTM Offshore Managing Director Julius Rone emphasized that LNG demand remains robust, but the missing piece is financing. “Investment is required. The […] today14 May, 2025
Uncategorized Counterfeiting of Namibian dollar declines By: Hertha Ekandjo The Bank of Namibia(BON) has recorded a 10.7% decline in counterfeit banknotes in 2024, a result attributed to enhanced security features and improved public awareness. The decline is being hailed as a success in the Bank’s ongoing efforts to protect the integrity of Namibia’s legal tender. !Gawaxab was speaking during the launch of the modified N$50, on Monday, in Windhoek.Over the past three years, four major denominations N$10, […] today14 May, 2025
