insert_link Namibia Dâures Green Hydrogen Village launches phase two fertiliser project Dâures Green Hydrogen Village aerial view (Photo by: Nadine Ramdass for engineeringnews.co.za/) The Dâures Green Hydrogen Village near Uis has launched the second phase of its project to produce synthetic fertilisers by 2026. The initiative uses solar power to generate green hydrogen, which is converted into ammonia for the production of ammonium sulphate fertiliser. A groundbreaking ceremony was held to mark the start of construction of the fertiliser plant, which […] today15 September, 2025
insert_link Environment Government Invests in Renewable Energy for Self-Sufficiency Namibia is making major investments in renewable energy to reduce its reliance on electricity imports. Speaking in Parliament on 13 February 2025, Finance Minister Hon. Iipumbu Shiimi unveiled plans for large-scale solar and wind energy projects aimed at achieving energy independence. One Africa Tv NewsOne journalist Ellen Shihepo reports: today15 February, 2025
insert_link Business / Economics Green Hydrogen programme attracts N$3.6 billion in investment The Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme has taken a significant leap from concept to implementation, securing N$3.6 billion in investments. Of this, N$1.6 billion has already been injected into the economy, signaling promising growth prospects for the nation. Speaking on the progress, spokesperson Jona Musheko highlighted the programme's commitment to local empowerment and skills development. He noted that “High Iron Oshivela has installed 42,000 solar panels, with the work being carried […] today17 December, 2024
insert_link Environment NamWater secures funds for climate-resilient water systems The Namibia Water Corporation has secured N$249 million in funding for the Ohangwena Aquifer, upgraded water systems, and technical support. The national water utility announced on Monday that the funding includes N$192 million for a climate-resilient water supply and N$57 million for energy-efficient systems, solar power, and staff training. This significant investment follows the signing of three grant agreements between Germany and Namibia, valued at a total of €20 million (approximately […] today3 December, 2024
insert_link Namibia Namibia Airports Company to Invest N$9.5 Million in Solar Power for Key Airports The Namibia Airports Company is set to invest N$9.5 million in solar power at the country's major airports. The initiative involves the installation of solar photovoltaic plants at Hosea Kutako International Airport, Eros Airport, and Andimba Toivo ya Toivo Airport. Alongside the solar project, NAC will also develop Master Plans for all eight of Namibia's airports in the upcoming financial year, aiming to enhance long-term growth and operational efficiency. today17 October, 2024
insert_link Environment Hydropower damages river systems in Africa: how more solar and wind power can solve this problem By Angelo Carlino, Carnegie Science; Andrea Castelletti, Polytechnic University of Milan, and Rafael Schmitt, Stanford University Across the African continent, more than 300 new hydropower projects are planned to meet the growing demand for electricity. Some of these will require big dams, which can have major negative environmental impacts. Another looming problem with hydropower is that the water cycle is affected by climate change. Water […] today7 June, 2024
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s electricity crisis: a series of failures over 30 years have left a dim legacy By Mark Swilling, Stellenbosch University In 1994, apartheid ended and the African National Congress (ANC) won South Africa’s first ever democratic elections, promising “Electricity for All” as part of its Reconstruction and Development Programme. Back then only 36% of all South Africans had electricity in their homes. The development programme promised to double that number by electrifying an additional 2.5 million homes by 2000. This seemed […] today19 April, 2024
Africa Wind energy to help clean South Africa’s dirty carbon “hotspot”. By Bonface Orucho, bird story agency Private wind energy projects for commercial and industrial purposes are ramping up the uptake of wind energy in South Africa while complementing clean energy's solar dominance to provide power for industries. Construction recently commenced on three wind sites to power Sasol’s Secunda industrial complex in Mpumalanga. The project is led by a consortium that includes Italian renewable energy developer Enel Green […] today2 April, 2024
insert_link South Africa Corruption and clean energy in South Africa: economic model shows trust in government is linked to takeup of renewables By Roula Inglesi-Lotz, University of Pretoria South Africa relies heavily on energy from coal-fired power stations, which emit large quantities of carbon. But making the transition to greater use of renewable energies, such as solar, is being hampered by a number of factors. Chief among them is corruption, which is affecting the quality of institutions. In a recent paper I set out how perceptions of corruption in […] today19 February, 2024
