insert_link Business / Economics BW Energy, NAMCOR Secure Rig for Kudu Gas Drilling BW Energy and NAMCOR E&P have secured the Deepsea Mira rig to drill the Kharas appraisal well on the Kudu licence in the Orange Basin. Scheduled for the second half of 2025, the drilling is part of a rig-sharing arrangement designed to boost local content. NAMCOR spokesperson Paulo Coelho said the move is a vital step toward developing the Kudu gas field and improving the country’s energy independence. today30 July, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics NamPower’s Haulofu Urges Local Plant to Tackle High Power Costs. NamPower Managing Director Simson Haulofu is calling on government to develop a national power plant to help lower electricity costs and end Namibia’s heavy reliance on imports. NewsOnOne reports that while speaking to parliament’s energy and natural resources committees on Tuesday, Haulofu said that while renewables like the 100MW solar plant are encouraging, Namibia still needs a stable long-term energy solution. today9 July, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics InnoSun Plans to Outpace 2030 Energy Goals InnoSun says it is set to exceed the 70% renewable energy target by 2030 through expanded investments in large-scale solar and wind projects. Partner Nangula Geingos told Future Media News the company’s mission is to drive energy independence and ensure cleaner, more affordable electricity for all. The initiative supports long-term national sustainability goals. today25 June, 2025
insert_link Environment Government Invests in Renewable Energy for Self-Sufficiency Namibia is making major investments in renewable energy to reduce its reliance on electricity imports. Speaking in Parliament on 13 February 2025, Finance Minister Hon. Iipumbu Shiimi unveiled plans for large-scale solar and wind energy projects aimed at achieving energy independence. One Africa Tv NewsOne journalist Ellen Shihepo reports: today15 February, 2025
