The City of Windhoek approved 229 building plans with a total value of N$203.2 million in July, signaling continued capital activity in the capital’s real estate sector despite mixed volume trends, according to the latest monthly figures released by IJG Research. While total approval values edged up 4.9% month-on-month, the overall number of approved projects grew at a faster pace during the same period, pointing to an uptick in smaller-scale developments in the short term. On an annual basis, the data shows a contrasting trend. Year-on-year approval volumes contracted by 5%, yet the total monetary value rose sharply by 15.7%. The shift underscores a growing concentration of capital in fewer, larger-scale commercial and residential developments across the city. Property additions accounted for 178 units, rising 25.4% month-on-month from 142, though total value dropped to N$73.5 million, a decline of 31.4% month-on-month as the mix shifted to smaller projects. Year-on-year approvals...

Windhoek has been officially selected to host the International African Energy, Oil and Gas Summit (IAEOGS 2026). Originally scheduled for Doha, Qatar, the decision to pivot the summit to Namibia highlights the country’s emergence at the forefront of the continent’s energy transition, driven by massive offshore oil discoveries in the Orange Basin and pioneering green hydrogen developments. The landmark event will take place from 20 to 24 October at the Hilton Hotel in Windhoek under the theme “Igniting Africa’s Energy and Land Governance Future”. Organised in collaboration with strategic partners including co-host Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), the Network of Excellence on Land Governance in Africa (NELGA), and the Crude Oil Refinery-Owners Association of Nigeria (CORAN), the summit brings together key government ministers, international financiers, and energy leaders. Addressing Africa’s Energy Crossroads, the summit comes at a pivotal moment as Africa grapples with severe energy deficits alongside vast...

By Olavi Hangula and Naftal Akweenda For the past few years, Namibia’s energy story has been dominated by discovery. Exploration results in the Orange Basin put the country firmly on the global energy map and brought with them a wave of interest from operators, investors and service providers. The next milestones are equally well known. Final Investment Decisions, development and, eventually, first oil. At the Namibia Oil and Gas Conference 2026, however, the conversation had clearly moved on. Attention is shifting towards readiness. For businesses, that means understanding what will be required to participate in an industry where technical standards are high, contracts can be complex, and the cost of being unprepared may only become obvious once opportunities start moving at pace. The businesses that benefit most from Namibia’s petroleum sector are unlikely to be those that start preparing when production begins. The work starts much earlier. That preparation looks...

By Melba Chipepo-Kaure. Luxembourg exploration company, Koryx Copper announced that assay results from several drill holes have led to more copper being discovered at the Haib Project in Namibia’s south. The results, which are part of the company’s ongoing infill and expansion drill programme on Haib, were recently released through a press statement. “These results continue the trend of recent months, with exceptional widths at consistent and regular higher grades above the average mineral resource estimate grade,” said Koryx Copper’s President and Chief Executive, Heye Daun. The first drill hole (HM167) returned 969m at 0.27% copper equivalent from surface, which is the company’s longest mineralised intersection at Haib to date. Another drill hole (HM185) delivered 236m at 0.57% copper equivalent, returned 30m at 1.10% copper equivalent from only 8m depth again demonstrating the high-grade potential of the system. Drill hole HM160 was drilled along the eastern edge of Target 1....

The FNB T20 Tri-Series and the FNB ODI Series have found a home at OneAfrica Television and streaming platform, OneAfrica.tv, for free, giving cricket fans across Southern Africa the chance to watch every match live. Future Media, in a statement, said the FNB T20 Tri-Series takes place from 28 August to 6 September in Windhoek, bringing together three of Africa’s leading cricketing nations, Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe. “The tri-series will be followed by three ODIs between the FNB Eagles and the Proteas Men, offering fans an extended run of top-tier international cricket.” They said the concept builds on the momentum generated by the FNB Eagles’ historic T20 International win against South Africa in 2025 in Windhoek. “The tri-series will also lay the foundation for the launch of the Africa Cup in 2027, a premier continental tournament for African cricket.” They added that this partnership ensures that cricket fans throughout...

After a series of major offshore discoveries transformed Namibia into one of the world’s most closely watched exploration frontiers, attention is shifting from proving resources to building the infrastructure, partnerships and industrial capabilities needed to bring them into production. At African Energy Week (AEW) 2026, the session “Invest in Namibia: Transforming Discoveries into Production. Orange Basin’s Path to First Oil” will examine how the country can capture value beyond the development of individual oil fields and use the emerging petroleum sector as a catalyst for wider economic growth. TotalEnergies’ Venus discovery is technically ready to move toward a Final Investment Decision, with negotiations on fiscal terms still underway. The project’s development concept targets around 150,000 barrels per day at peak production, with first oil potentially around 2030. FEED has been completed and major contractors selected, bringing Namibia’s first potential deepwater oil development closer to execution. Meanwhile, the Orange Basin continues...

The City of Windhoek has announced plans to write off outstanding municipal debts for eligible residents, launching a verification and registration drive to identify qualifying households. The debt relief scheme targets specific vulnerable groups, including pensioners, deceased estates, and individuals registered under destitute status. To qualify for consideration, eligible residents must submit certified supporting documentation, including a copy of their ID, title deed, letter of executorship (for deceased estates), or official proof of destitute status. Registrations and detailed verifications are currently being processed at the Debt Management Office located at the City’s Head Office, as well as at the Soweto Customer Care Centre. The City clarified that submitting documentation does not guarantee immediate relief. “Please note that registration and verification do not automatically qualify an applicant for a debt write-off,” the municipality cautioned, emphasizing that all applications will undergo formal review against qualification criteria.   Source link

The Namibia Special Risks Insurance Association (NASRIA) has donated N$25 million to the government to support regional economic development initiatives across all 14 regions of the country. The funding is targeted at creating sustainable economic opportunities, boosting employment, strengthening community livelihoods, and upgrading infrastructure. Regional Governors have been encouraged to direct the funds toward high-impact projects that address immediate community needs and attract further regional investment. Prime Minister, Right Honourable Dr. Elijah Ngurare said development plans matter only when they produce visible improvements in people’s lives. “Public resources are limited, and we cannot carry the full burden of development alone. We need partnerships and the participation of all stakeholders.” According to NASRIA, the initiative is designed to build long-term economic resilience beyond central urban hubs by empowering local businesses and expanding regional productive capacity. “We want to support businesses, strengthen livelihoods, create employment, improve infrastructure and attract further investment into...

The Capricorn Group, through the Capricorn Foundation and in partnership with Imago Dei, recently hosted a “Celebrating Community Heroes” ceremony to honor grassroots leaders from across Namibia. According to the Group, the event provided an opportunity to recognize and thank local organizations and changemakers who work daily to improve the lives of Namibians. Organisers highlighted that the participating partners share a common goal of strengthening communities and supporting a more inclusive, prosperous future. The initiative also aligns directly with government national priorities to foster local development and social support. Group Chief Brand and Corporate Affairs Officer at the Group, Marlize Horn, said each certificate represents more than an achievement. “It reflects lives touched, hope restored, and trust earned through your commitment. Thank you for turning compassion into action and for reminding us that meaningful change begins with people who are prepared to act.” She added that their purpose of Being...

Namibia has issued an urgent call to transform global environmental pledges into direct economic opportunities and measurable action on the ground. This was highlighted while addressing world leaders and international delegates at the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) COP17. Speaking during the High-Level Ministerial Dialogue on Rangeland Restoration and Well-Being of Pastoralist Communities, the Namibian delegation underscored that land rehabilitation is fundamentally tied to rural livelihoods, national food security, and community resilience. Rangelands form the backbone of the Southern African nation, covering approximately 85% of its total landmass and sustaining its livestock, wildlife conservation, and rural population. However, these vital ecosystems face severe ecological pressure. A combination of prolonged drought, accelerating climate change, overgrazing, water scarcity, and aggressive bush encroachment has degraded roughly 45 million hectares of land across the country. To reverse these impacts, Namibia outlined a strategy that pairs traditional land management with value-adding rural industries....