The annual Namibia Oil and Gas Conference and Exhibition (NOGC) officially commenced on Tuesday, running from 18 to 20 August in Windhoek.
Hosted by the Economic Association of Namibia (EAN) in partnership with the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) and the Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF), the three-day conference convenes key government representatives, global industry leaders, investors, academics, and civil society delegates.
The conference is held with strategic partners including the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR), SNC Incorporated, and Rhino Resources, and carries the official endorsement of the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy. Organizers emphasize that the platform will continue to drive crucial engagements aimed at shaping the future of Namibia’s oil, gas, and broader energy landscape.
Under the theme “From Decision to Dividend: Making Namibia’s Oil Work for Namibians,” this year’s conference will focus on ensuring that the growth of Namibia’s oil and gas industry creates meaningful opportunities for local businesses, entrepreneurs, workers, and communities.
The 2026 programme has been expanded to offer even greater opportunities for learning, networking and collaboration. A larger exhibition, a pre-event golf tournament, industry masterclasses, local content discussions, supplier engagement sessions, speed networking and youth-focused activities will precede two days of strategic and technical conference sessions exploring project development, investment, local participation, infrastructure and long-term energy sustainability.
Since its inception, the event has evolved alongside Namibia’s growing oil and gas industry, providing a platform for knowledge sharing, policy dialogue and partnerships that support responsible sector development. The fourth edition builds on this momentum by reinforcing the importance of inclusive economic growth, workforce development and local participation across the oil and gas value chain.
Commenting on this year’s conference, Cons Karamata, Chief Executive of the Economic Association of Namibia, said, “The success of this sector cannot be measured solely by discoveries, investment announcements, or production figures. Rather, its success will ultimately be measured by its impact on people’s lives. It will be measured by the opportunities created for young Namibians entering the workforce, the growth of local businesses and entrepreneurs, and stronger institutions and communities in our country.”
