Namibia energy sector

Namibian Engineers Train in SA for Wind Energy Expansion

Five Namibian engineers are undergoing six months of wind turbine training in Cape Town, facilitated by Windwise Turbines. The program equips them with skills to install and maintain Namibia’s first locally manufactured wind turbines. Windwise aims to build a 95% Namibian workforce, aligning with the country's Green Industrialisation Blueprint. The turbines, using German technology, are designed for stable power generation and seamless integration into Namibia’s energy grid. This initiative […]

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NUST Appoints Namibia Energy Institute Director

The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Andreas Elombo as the Director of the Namibia Energy Institute (NEI). The NEI is housed at NUST and is dedicated to energy research, education, and training, addressing energy challenges in Namibia and the broader Southern African region. It focuses on key areas such as renewable energy technologies, energy efficiency, energy policy and regulation, […]

November 12, 2024 21 2

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Energy Minister Alweendo Calls for Affordable Electricity for all

Mines and Energy Minister Tom Alweendo stresses the importance of maintaining a balance in electricity costs to ensure affordability for all. Although efforts are being made to achieve universal access to electricity, many households are already connected to the grid but are unable to afford the necessary energy supply. Alweendo highlights cases where households remain connected but are not consuming electricity due to financial constraints, emphasizing the need to address […]

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