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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Tom Alweendo

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Business / Economics

Mines and Energy Minister stresses merit-based project allocation

The Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo has urged entrepreneurs not to anticipate being given projects effortlessly solely because of their nationality. He stressed the importance of acquiring essential knowledge from experts to enhance proactive engagement. Alweendo delivered this message during the ongoing 6th Namibia International Energy Conference in Windhoek. Founded by RichAfrica, Namibia International Energy Conference is the official meeting place for the energy industry. Moreover, it serves […]

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Business / Economics

Minister Alweendo Highlights Skills Gap in Mining Sector, Calls for Increased Benefits for Citizens

Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo, addressed the Chambers of Mines of Namibia 2024 annual general meeting, emphasizing the lack of specific skill sets generated by Namibia's mining economy. Alweendo stressed the need for tangible benefits from mining to accrue to Namibian citizens, highlighting a disconnect between resource revenue and citizen prosperity. Chamber of Mines chairperson, Zebra Kasete, underscored the importance of research and development in optimizing processing techniques […]

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Business / Economics

Namibian Local Content Conference 2024 underway at Lüderitz

The Namibian Local Content Conference 2024 is currently underway in Lüderitz. The conference is tackling ways how to ensure that the country's oil and gas discoveries benefit Namibians. Minister of Mines and Energy, Tom Alweendo, said that it also presents an opportunity for the business community to contribute to the policy framework.   Erik De Waal from the Development Bank of Namibia explained the types of financing that could support […]

todayApril 17, 2024 137

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Namibia

IPPR’s Graham Hopwood weighs in on Mines and Energy Minister’s Denial of Corruption Allegations Regarding Petroleum Licenses

Mines and Energy Minister Tom Alweendo dismissed allegations of corruptly awarding petroleum licenses in the oil and gas sector to a friend during a parliamentary session on Tuesday. The accusations surfaced following a question posed by Henny Seibeb, a Member of Parliament representing the Landless People's Movement, regarding corruption. Alweendo acknowledged similar accusations circulating on social media platforms. Graham Hopwood, Executive Director of the Institute for Public Policy Research, provides […]

todayMarch 13, 2024 46

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Namibia

Namibia International Energy Conference taking place in April

    The Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC) is scheduled to take place in Windhoek from 23 to 25 April 2024. It is expected to unite government officials, private companies, investors, and thought leaders from across the globe to unlock the full potential of Namibia’s energy industry, a statement issued by BopheleCommunications said. The conference will take place under the patronage of Minister of Mines and Energy Tom Alweendo and […]

todayFebruary 9, 2024 17

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Namibia

Namibia’s Abundant Mineral Wealth and Renewable Resources Spotlighted at ‘Investing in Africa’ Mining Indaba

Namibia's Consul General in Cape Town, Selma Nghinamundova, representing Mines and Energy Minister Tom Alweendo, emphasized the nation's significant mineral wealth during the 'Investing in Africa' Mining Indaba. She underscored Namibia's standing as a key player in the global market for sought-after minerals, including lithium, graphite, cobalt, and rare earth metals crucial to green technologies. Nghinamundova also highlighted Namibia's rich natural wind and solar resources.

todayFebruary 8, 2024 16

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Energy Ministry’s Response to Oil And Gas Sector Corruption Allegations: A Commitment to Ethical Governance

February 1, 2024/Leonard Witbeen Eshioshange Ten Hasheela, the Chief Public Relations Officer  of the Ministry of Mines and Energy, addressed the circulating allegations of corruption within the Ministry. The statement emphasizes the Ministry's commitment to executing its mandate ethically, without bias, and in accordance with existing legal provisions. Hasheela acknowledged the existence of a letter circulating on social media that makes serious allegations regarding corruption within the Ministry. In response, […]

todayFebruary 1, 2024 10

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Energy Minister Denies Corruption in Oil and Gas Licensing Amid Scrutiny

Energy Minister Tom Alweendo swiftly denied corruption allegations related to oil and gas licensing off Namibia's coast. The accusations surfaced in a letter attributed to Louis Beauvais, representing TotalEnergies shareholders, addressed to TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanne. The ministry's Chief Public Relations Officer, Eshioshange Ten Hasheela, issued an official denial, raising concerns about transparency in Namibia's oil and gas licensing process.  

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