Walvis Bay can anchor a stronger US–Namibia trade bridge

By: Hertha Ekandjo

Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Global World Logistics USA LLC, Diegoh Sadziwa, told NewsOnOne on Wednesday the port of Walvis Bay has the potential to anchor a stronger trade bridge between the United States and Namibia.

According to Sadziwa, Namibia continues to assert its position as an emerging hub for sustainable logistics and green energy development in Africa.

He said the strengthening of the rail link between Walvis Bay and Windhoek marks an important step in improving the resilience and efficiency of regional trade routes.

The shift from road to rail is expected to improve efficiency, reduce congestion and lower carbon emissions along key supply routes serving the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region.

Looking ahead, Sadziwa noted that Namibia’s plans to introduce a green hydrogen-powered locomotive by 2026 highlights the country’s ambition to integrate clean energy with logistics infrastructure.

At the same time, Namibia continues to expand its renewable energy sector. Selma Ashipala-Musavyi recently called on Chinese investors to increase their participation in the country’s green hydrogen and green ammonia sectors.

International interest in Namibia’s energy and logistics sectors is also growing. Recently, Walvis Bay was visited by a delegation of United States energy officials to assess the region’s evolving energy infrastructure and explore potential investment opportunities.

Sadziwa said he believes these developments present an opportunity to strengthen economic ties between Namibia and the United States, particularly in the areas of logistics, technology and clean energy.

He said using Walvis Bay as a gateway to Southern Africa could help facilitate stronger trade routes between the two countries and create a platform for increased investment and cooperation.

“From Walvis Bay, our Atlantic gateway to the region, Namibia is gradually moving from vision to implementation in green logistics, clean energy and regional trade,” Sadziwa