Green energy

Lüderitz wind farm nears July 2025 completion

The Diaz Wind Farm near Lüderitz the ǁKaras Region has taken a big step forward with the arrival of its first wind turbine parts, including blades, hubs, rotors, and nacelles. These components were shipped from Lusi Port, China, to the construction site near Kolmannskuppe. The project is expected to be completed by July 2025. Once operational, the wind farm will have 11 turbines producing 44 megawatts (MW) of electricity annually—enough […]

19 February, 2025 113

Business / Economics

Namibia and China strengthen ties during high-level talks

Swakopmund, Namibia – President Nangolo Mbumba hosted Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Swakopmund during a meeting aimed at reinforcing the long-standing partnership between the two nations. The talks focused on advancing Namibia and China’s Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and exploring new avenues for cooperation in key development areas. Speaking during the engagement, President Mbumba reaffirmed Namibia’s commitment to strengthening ties with China, particularly in energy, infrastructure, education, and tourism. […]

6 January, 2025 54

Namibia

President Mbumba inaugurates Daures green hydrogen agriculture facility

President Dr. Nangolo Mbumba has officially inaugurated the Daures Green Hydrogen Agriculture Facility in the Erongo region. According to the Presidency, during the ceremony, President Mbumba expressed his gratitude to the Daures community for their support of this innovative project. He also encouraged all Namibians to take pride in the nation’s progress toward a sustainable future. The hydrogen project is expected to become Namibia's largest food producer, with a one-hectare […]

22 October, 2024 46

Africa

South Africa increases renewable energy capacity

South Africa currently has over 7,000 megawatts of renewable energy connected to the grid, with an additional 20 gigawatts planned for future development, according to Jacob Mbele, the director-general of Mineral Resources and Energy. SA is leading sub-Saharan Africa with nearly 40% of the region's new capacity. Mbele said it is important to continue exploring, developing, and producing the country's natural resources.

21 October, 2024 23

Business / Economics

Geingos talks investment landscape at Africa Hydrogen Summit

Namibia is hosting the Global African Hydrogen Summit. The event brings together heads of state, ministers, business leaders, and investors from Africa and beyond. The goal is to drive partnerships and secure investments in key green energy projects across the continent. Among the speakers on Wednesday was former First Lady, Madam Monica Geingos, who gave an overview of Namibia's investment landscape to investors. Another moment at the summit […]

4 September, 2024 62

Africa

China’s interests in Africa are being shaped by the race for renewable energy

By Lauren Johnston, University of Sydney China-Africa relations have deepened over the past two decades, characterised by increased economic cooperation, investment and infrastructure development. China is now Africa’s largest trading partner, with partnerships focused on building roads, railways and energy projects. As the ninth Forum on China–Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) kicks off this week in Beijing, a new, green theme is shaping their relationship: the global renewable energy race. […]

2 September, 2024 37

Business / Economics

World Bank approves $138.5 million energy loan for NamPower

Namibia has embarked on its first World Bank-financed energy project, a $138.5 million initiative to strengthen the reliability of its transmission network and integrate more renewable energy into the electricity system. The project will be implemented by NamPower, the national electricity utility, and represents a big step toward a greener and more sustainable future. "Namibia is uniquely positioned as a regional leader in the transition towards a greener future. The […]

24 July, 2024 44

Business / Economics

Namibia bets on Africa’s green hydrogen with US$267M export harbour

By Seth Onyango, bird story agency Namibia is gearing up its logistics infrastructure to handle future shipments of green hydrogen, with a planned US$267 million hydrogen harbour at the port of Walvis Bay, according to the country's port authority, Namport. Port of Antwerp Bruges will build the facility over the next three years, billed as a hub for shipping hydrogen and its byproducts to energy-hungry markets in […]

6 May, 2024 62

Business / Economics

Ohlthaver & List Group begins N$350m solar project in Germany

The Ohlthaver and List Group has started construction of a Philippsee floating photovoltaic power plant in Bad Schönborn, Germany. With an investment value of approximately N$350 million, the solar park will consist of over 27,000 PV panels and cover more than eight hectares of water surface area. Here is the Executive Chairperson of the Ohlthaver & List Group, Sven Thieme.

27 March, 2024 137