Skills Development

Lion Oilfield Services Invests in Local Skills

Lion Oilfield Services is placing a strong emphasis on developing local talent as the country moves closer to commercialising its offshore oil and gas sector. The company prioritizes skills development, advanced technology, and community reinvestment, while Petroleum Commissioner Maggy Shino stresses the need to build local capacity. Paulo Coelho, Business and Communications Executive for Lion Oilfield Services Namibia:

18 December, 2025

Namibia

University of Science and Technology Launches Technical and Vocational Education Conference

The University of Science and Technology has kicked off the this year’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training Conference in Windhoek, focusing on innovation, partnerships, and skills development. Policymakers, educators, and industry leaders are exploring ways to strengthen the technical workforce. Joseph Mukendwa is the Head of Policy, Planning, and Strategy at the Green Hydrogen

23 October, 2025

Namibia

NANSO and Huawei host Youth in ICT Summit

(Photo: by teknologi.bisnis.com/) The Namibia National Students Organisation (NANSO), in partnership with Huawei Technologies, hosted its first Youth in ICT Summit under the theme “Digital Literacy and Cyber Security.” NANSO President Dorthea Nangolo said the summit is designed to empower the youth with ICT skills and knowledge critical for the digital era. The initiative brought together students, educators, and industry experts to explore technology trends, cybersecurity challenges, and digital skill […]

21 October, 2025

Business / Economics

Petrofund and Baker Hughes have Partnered to Strengthen Energy Skills Development

Petrofund and Baker Hughes have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at developing local Field Service Engineers in the energy sector. The agreement was signed in Windhoek during a session with energy and petroleum stakeholders hosted by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board. Petrofund Chief Executive Officer Niillian Mulemi spoke about the collaboration with our Angie Scholtz.

17 October, 2025

Namibia

Dordabis Community Benefits from Climate-Smart Food Initiative

With N$150,000 support from Santam Namibia, Miss Namibia 2024, Prisca Anyolo, unveiled a climate-smart food project in Dordabis. The program is designed to combat hunger, promote self-reliance, and provide skills and economic empowerment. Anyolo noted the project’s goal is to help communities move beyond dependence on food aid toward sustainable food systems. Santam CEO is Franco Feris. For the full interview listen to the Business tonight on NOVA 103.5

25 September, 2025

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 […]

22 September, 2025

Namibia

Namibia Institute of Pathology invests in specialist training

Namibia Institute of Pathology (Photo: NIP) The Namibia Institute of Pathology (NIP) has supported more than 200 students through internships and graduate programmes since 2021, investing over N$3 million in their development. NIP has also partnered with the University of Namibia (UNAM), Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), and the MTC National Internship Programme to strengthen specialist training in the country. NIP Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer, Niita […]

17 September, 2025

Business / Economics

Namibia Oil and Gas conference highlights investment, local benefits

Namibia Oil and Gas Conference 2025 (Photo: Future Media news) The third Namibia Oil and Gas Conference opened in Windhoek today, with Deputy Prime Minister Natangue Ithete describing recent offshore oil and gas discoveries as a “generational opportunity.” He said that there is a need for unity, strong governance, and environmental responsibility to ensure Namibians benefit fully from the sector’s growth. Ithete noted that oil and gas production has the […]

14 August, 2025

Business / Economics

2025 Mining Expo Opens with Record Participation

The 2025 Mining Expo and Conference launches today, marking its largest edition yet. Exhibitors have increased from 168 to 196, and booth spaces have risen from 268 to 313. Visitor registrations hit a record 7,831, a 31.7% increase from 2023. The event focuses on promoting skills development and boosting interest in the mining sector, says Lauren Graham, Chief Economist at the Chamber of Mines.

5 August, 2025