NamibiaNew Institute Aims to Maximise Resource Potential Economists and policy specialists have established the Institute for Economic Policy to tackle policy gaps that limit the impact of natural resources. Rowland Brown, a co-founder, told us that although resources and infrastructure are plentiful, they have so far failed to produce significant human development outcomes. today8 December, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsNamCor Engages Stakeholders on Offshore Venus Project NamCor and its partners are conducting the second consultation for the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment of the Offshore Venus Field, located 320 kilometers southwest of Lüderitz. NamCor's Paulo Coelho emphasized that the engagement is part of Namibia’s legal environmental assessment requirements and seeks to involve communities and stakeholders in evaluating potential project impacts. today24 October, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsGovernment to hold regional outreach on upstream local content policy Starting 1 September , the Petroleum Upstream Unit will engage stakeholders on the draft National Upstream Local Content Policy. Carlo McLeod, Presidential Special Advisor, says the program aims to guarantee that local citizens benefit from the oil and gas sector. today28 August, 2025
insert_link Business / EconomicsDeputy Minister Ithete Pushes for Inclusive Mining Laws Deputy Prime Minister Natangwe Ithete has announced upcoming nationwide consultations on the revised Minerals Bill. While speaking at the Mining Expo, he said the goal is to ensure more inclusive and modern mining legislation. He also warned that government is cracking down on inactive mineral rights holders, stressing that licences must be used productively and not hoarded. The consultations will prioritise voices from regions with active mining. today6 August, 2025
Business / EconomicsErastus Calls for Strategic Roadmap Before Sector Nationalisation. Economist Gabriel Erastus has urged the government to prioritise skills development, scientific literacy, and market analysis before considering the nationalisation of key sectors. Speaking to our news team, Erastus underpinned the importance of a well-crafted strategy supported by research, identified sources, and thorough commodity assessments. He cited the following in addition: today23 June, 2025
