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Namibia starts building 100 MW solar project
pv-magazine
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June 23, 2025
State-owned utility NamPower has started construction on the 100 MW Sores Gaib Power Station in southern Namibia – its largest solar project to date. June 23, 2025 Patrick Jowett NamPower, Namibia’s national power utility, has broken ground on a...
PM Modi's Visit To Focus On Trade, Investment: Namibian Presidency
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN- IANS) Windhoek, July 1 (IANS) The Namibian Presidency has said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Southwest African nation on July 9 will explore new avenues to enhance the bilateral collaborations between India and Namibia....
AquaNam redefines sustainable agriculture
New Era
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Monika Amunyela A new chapter in climate-smart agriculture and youth empowerment was marked with the launch of AquaNam, a branch of the Impact Tank Group. The recent launch of AquaNam brought together stakeholders, farmers, financial partners, and...
A new name for a new era in underground mining
Skillings Mining Review - Florida
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July 1, 2025
In a defining moment for one of Africa’s most respected underground mining contractors, Murray & Roberts Cementation has officially rebranded as Cementation Africa. This new name signals the start of an exciting and independent future, following...
Namibia aims for a green future, says Iithete
Informante
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June 22, 2025
Maria David DEPUTY Prime Minister and Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Natangue Ithete, said they are committed to overcoming unique electrification challenges and leveraging the country’s abundant natural resources. Ithete made the...
Relentless journey of Tobias, Namibia’s boxing architect … From Edundja to the world
New Era
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No one could have predicted that a young boy from the quiet village of Edundja in the Ohangwena region would one day grow into the man who would put Namibia on the global boxing map. But that’s exactly what Nestor ‘Sunshine’ Tobias has done....
Who is the Upstream Industry's Most Admired Explorer?
Rigzone
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June 30, 2025
In a release sent to Rigzone recently, Wood Mackenzie revealed that ExxonMobil was crowned the “most admired upstream explorer” in Wood Mackenzie’s latest Annual Exploration Summit Survey. “ExxonMobil’s win as the most admired explorer for 2025 is...
Namibia participates in U.S Africa Business Summit in Angola
Namibian Broadcasting Corporation
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Namibia is participating in the 17th U.S.-Africa Business Summit, which started today in Angola and will run until the 25th. The country seeks to identify effective solutions for diversifying the African economy while enhancing trade, investment...
African Mining Week to Examine Merger & Acquisition Deals
Skillings Mining Review - Florida
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July 1, 2025
The upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) conference scheduled for October 1–3, 2025, in Cape Town – will spotlight how Merger & Acquisition (M&A) deals are propelling the continent’s copper industry forward. A power chat will take place, titled The...
Business community urged to expand horizons as Namibia launches first AFCFTA consignment
Informante
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July 1, 2025
Staff Reporter THE Minister of International Relations, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, has urged the country’s private sector to actively embrace the opportunities presented by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agreement to unlock its full...
Modi’s Africa Tour: Focus On Critical Minerals, Energy, Partnerships
StratNews Global
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July 1, 2025
Marking a strategic diplomatic push to secure critical minerals, bolster energy security and strengthen ties ahead of the upcoming India-Africa Forum Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Ghana (July 2–3) and Namibia (July 9) as...
Opinion Piece by Namibia’s Ambassador to France, Albertus !Aochamub
Informante
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June 30, 2025
On 18 June 2025, I had the honour of representing Namibia at the inaugural Tech Diplomacy Forum, convened at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris. The gathering brought together diplomats, technology leaders, scholars, and multilateral institutions to...
75% of mining revenue linked to protected areas
Namibian Sun
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July 1, 2025
Tourism and mining must coexist sustainably A new draft policy seeks to ensure a balance between mining and conservation in protected areas. Ellanie Smit 3 Hours Ago - 2025-07-01 00:00:00 Given the vast size of Namibia's protected areas, it is...
Explainer: India-Brazil military ties and their boost to both nations’ defence industries
The Tribune (Chandigarh)
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July 1, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s five-nation tour, which includes participation in the BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro this month, has brought renewed attention to the historic relationship between India and Brazil — particularly their expanding...
Breaking Travel News explores: Etendeka Hiking Trails of Namibia
Breaking Travel News
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June 30, 2025
“This is your enemy,” our intrepid guide, Irwin, remarked in his opening welcome speech, hitting the small rock boulder on the dusty red ground next to his wonderfully weathered boots. “This is your friend,” he continued with a smile, raising a...
Modi's Namibia trip to focus on critical minerals, uranium
The Economic Times
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June 30, 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's trip to the southwestern African state of Namibia during his five-nation tour beginning Wednesday will help boost bilateral cooperation on diamond trade, harnessing critical minerals and uranium. Several Indian...
Cementation Africa: A new name for a new era in underground mining
Mining Review
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June 30, 2025
In a defining moment for one of Africa’s most respected underground mining contractors, Murray & Roberts Cementation has officially rebranded as Cementation Africa. This new name signals the start of an exciting and independent future, following...
Namibia’s livestock vaccine bill exceeds N$140 Million per year
Informante
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June 22, 2025
Staff Reporter THE Namibian government spends over N$140 million annually on livestock vaccines, while remaining heavily reliant on imported inputs for vaccine production. This was highlighted by the Minister of International Relations and Trade,...
Government to engage business community nationwide on AfCFTA opportunities
Informante
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July 16, 2025
Staff Reporter THE Ministry of International Relations and Trade, in partnership with the Ministry of Industrialisation, Mines and Energy, will be visiting all regions across the country to raise awareness about the African Continental Free Trade...
India And Namibia To Deepen Bilateral Ties, Economic Cooperation During PM Modi’s Visit
Ommcom News
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June 30, 2025
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s forthcoming visit to Namibia, the first since Namibian President Netumbo Nandi Ndaitwah assumed office, is a significant step towards renewing the bilateral ties and deepening economic engagement between...