insert_link Business / EconomicsInterview: Prime Minister Ngurare’s National Youth Fund Launch Draws Mixed Reactions from Entrepreneurs In response to the recent launch of the National Youth Development Fund by Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare in Windhoek, Frans Koita, business consultant at DKL Africa Consultants CC, shared insights on the allocation of funds to pilot-phase entrepreneurs. Koita highlighted that most of the 42 selected beneficiaries are involved in agricultural projects. “This is largely because the fund draws from three institutions: the Development Bank of Namibia (DBN), Agribank, […] today2 October, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsGlobal African Hydrogen Summit Opens in Windhoek The Global African Hydrogen Summit officially opened yesterday in Windhoek, running from September 9 to 11, 2025, at the Windhoek International Convention Centre. The three-day event is being held under the theme “Ambition in Action: Fuelling Africa’s Green Industrial Revolution.” Angie Scholtz from our team spoke with the European Union Ambassador to Namibia, Ana Beatriz Martins. today11 September, 2025
insert_link NamibiaGlobal African Hydrogen Summit discusses investment and industrial opportunities Green Hydrogen Commissioner James Mnyupe addresses attendees of The Global African Hydrogen Summit 2025 in Windhoek, Namibia (Photo: Future Media news by Angie Scholtz) The Global African Hydrogen Summit 2025 opened in Windhoek on Tuesday. The event brings together industry leaders to discuss investment, industrialisation, and sustainable growth in Africa’s green hydrogen sector. Johannes Michels, Managing Director of HyIron Green Technologies, and Namibia’s Green Hydrogen Commissioner, James Mnyupe, highlighted Namibia’s […] today10 September, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsWindhoek Hosts Training Ahead of Global Hydrogen Summit Training sessions in Windhoek started yesterday as part of the lead-up to the Global African Hydrogen Summit, which opens today. Participants are learning hands-on skills in hydrogen and renewable energy to enhance their practical knowledge for immediate workplace application. Our Angie Scholtz gave us this update: today10 September, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsWindhoek Hosts Continental Hydrogen Summit The Global African Hydrogen Summit 2025 is underway in Windhoek until September 11. Bringing together political and business leaders, investors, and technologists, the summit seeks to accelerate green hydrogen projects across Africa. The event serves as a platform to foster collaboration and attract investment. William Shilamba, Commercial Manager at DMG Events, underscores the significance of the gathering. today9 September, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsLüderitz 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 […] today19 February, 2025
