insert_link Namibia SASSCAL hosts green hydrogen and renewable energy conference Delivering the welcoming remarks, Dr. Budzanani Tacheba, Director of Science & Technology at SASSCAL (Photo: LinkedIn) The Southern African Science Service Centre for Climate Change and Adaptive Land Management (SASSCAL) hosted the 3rd International Conference on Circular Economy, Renewable Energies, and Green Hydrogen in Africa this week at the Mercure Hotel in Windhoek. The event, organised in collaboration with the University of Rostock and funded by Germany’s Federal Ministry of […] today23 October, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Southern African Science Service Centre Hosts Green Hydrogen Conference in Windhoek (Photo: SASSCAL Facebook Page) The Southern African Science Service Centre for Climate Change and Adaptive Land Management is hosting the 3rd International Conference on Circular Economy, Renewable Energies, and Green Hydrogen in Africa in Windhoek today and tomorrow. Experts from the region and abroad will discuss sustainable industrialisation, renewable energy, and green hydrogen development. The conference will conclude with a visit to the Daures Green Hydrogen Village and Cleanergy […] today21 October, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics CMB.TECH subsidiary acquires O&L Group’s stake in Cleanergy Solutions H₂Infra NV, a subsidiary of Belgian clean energy company CMB.TECH, has acquired the Ohlthaver & List (O&L) Group’s 51% stake in Cleanergy Solutions Namibia, positioning itself as the sole shareholder of the hydrogen venture. The transaction, announced this week, is still subject to approval by the Namibian Competition Commission. Once finalised, the deal will give CMB.TECH full ownership of Cleanergy Solutions, which operates one of Namibia’s flagship green hydrogen pilot […] today20 October, 2025
insert_link South Africa European Union pledges €11.5 billion investment in South Africa (Photo: Reuters) The European Union has pledged €11.5 billion to South Africa to support clean energy, infrastructure, and pharmaceutical projects. According to Reuters, a significant portion of the funding will accelerate South Africa’s transition to renewable energy, including investments in new power generation capacity, grid upgrades, energy storage, and green hydrogen initiatives. The EU says the investment aims to bolster sustainable development while fostering stronger economic ties between Europe and […] today13 October, 2025
insert_link Namibia Ambassador Bohlke-Moller meets Speaker Kuugongelwa-Amadhila for bilateral talks Ambassador-designate to France, Sabine Bohlke-Möller, paid a courtesy visit to National Assembly Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila to discuss ways the two countries can work together. The talks looked at renewable energy, education, technical support, and reducing plastic pollution. Speaker Kuugongelwa-Amadhila also pointed out that there is a need for peaceful, multilateral solutions to global conflicts, saying that dialogue and diplomacy remain key to keeping stability around the world. Both sides agreed […] today6 October, 2025
insert_link Environment Fifteen finalists announced for 2025 Earthshot Prize Fifteen finalists have been shortlisted for the 2025 Earthshot Prize, an initiative launched by Britain’s Prince William to recognise and reward groundbreaking solutions to the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. This year’s finalists represent projects from across the globe, focusing on microplastic pollution reduction, large-scale reforestation, ocean conservation, and sustainable building design. Each innovation aims to accelerate the planet’s transition toward a cleaner and more sustainable future. Winners will be […] today6 October, 2025
insert_link Africa Namiba and Mozambique promote fair and responsible investment President of the Republic of Namibia on the Occasion of the Seventh (7th) C-10 Summit to Commemorate the Twentieth (20th) Anniversary of the Ezulwini Consensus and the Sirte Declaration, 21 September 2025 New York (Photo: Namibian Presidency X) Speaking at the 41st Annual Awards Gala Dinner of the Africa America Institute (AAI), President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah and Mozambican President Daniel Francisco Chapo discussed the importance of responsible investment in Africa. The […] today22 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia NUST to Lead €2 Million IGNITE green hydrogen project The Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) will lead the €2 million IGNITE Green Hydrogen Project, officially signed at the Namibian Institute of Mining and Technology (NIMT) during a high-level European Union visit to Namibia. The EU delegation was led by Commissioner for International Partnerships H.E. Jozef Síkela. It included Mr. Barry Andrews, Chair of the European Parliament’s Committee on Development, along with eight senior committee members and the […] today22 September, 2025
insert_link Namibia Windhoek launches EV charging station Electric vehicle charging facility (Photo: News on One by One Africa TV) The City of Windhoek has launched an electric vehicle charging station at its head office. According to city officials, the initiative supports the Zero Emissions campaign, which promotes clean energy and aims to reduce greenhouse gases. Charging at the station costs approximately N$120 for larger vehicles, with fast chargers capable of completing a session in under 40 minutes. […] today16 September, 2025
