Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme

15/10/2026

!𝘼𝙢𝙖𝙣 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝘼𝙪𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙧𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙐𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙨 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙝 𝙩𝙤 𝙀𝙭𝙥𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙊𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙂𝙧𝙚𝙚𝙣 𝙃𝙮𝙙𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙚𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙊𝙞𝙡 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙂𝙖𝙨

!Aman Traditional Authority leader, Chief Johannes Frederik, has encouraged young Namibians, particularly those from the ||Kharas Region, to actively explore opportunities emerging in the green hydrogen and oil and gas sectors.

Speaking in 𝘽𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙚, ||Kharas Region, yesterday, following a visit by the Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme, Chief Frederik urged young people to equip themselves with knowledge, seek credible information and position themselves to benefit from opportunities in employment, entrepreneurship, logistics and other supporting industries.

He further encouraged the youth to make productive use of modern technology, particularly mobile phones, as tools for learning, research and sharing accurate information. He emphasised the importance of taking initiative, remaining informed and actively participating in developments that could shape Namibia’s economic future.

The ||Kharas Region is emerging as a strategic hub for renewable energy and green industrialisation, with several developments underway, including the proposed large-scale Hyphen Green Hydrogen Project.

11/10/2026

𝗡𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗕𝗜𝗔 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝗖𝗠𝗕.𝗧𝗘𝗖𝗛 𝗢𝗡 𝗛𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗖 𝗔𝗠𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗔-𝗣𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗩𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗟, 𝗦𝗘𝗘𝗦 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗘𝗡 𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

The Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme congratulates Belgian maritime and clean-energy developer CMB.TECH on the successful deployment of Mineral Europa, the world’s first ammonia-powered dry bulk vessel, which embarked on its maiden voyage from China to Australia on 9 October 2026. With a carrying capacity of 210,000 deadweight tonnes, the vessel represents a significant breakthrough in efforts to decarbonise global shipping.

According to CMB.TECH’s official announcement, 21 additional ammonia-powered vessels are scheduled to join its fleet by 2029. This milestone demonstrates the growing commercial application of green ammonia as an alternative marine fuel and signals an emerging international market for green fuels that Namibia is positioning itself to supply.

For Namibia, this achievement is particularly significant because CMB.TECH is already investing in green hydrogen and ammonia developments in Walvis Bay, Erongo Region. Through its Namibian operations, the company is advancing green hydrogen production, refuelling infrastructure and a proposed ammonia storage and bunkering terminal at the Port of Walvis Bay, with a planned storage capacity of 55,000 tonnes.

The company is also collaborating with TransNamib on a hydrogen-diesel dual-fuel locomotive, planned for a six-month pilot involving approximately 50 return journeys between Walvis Bay and Windhoek. These initiatives demonstrate how technologies being commercialised internationally can be introduced into Namibia’s transport and logistics sectors, creating opportunities for local skills development, industrial investment and participation in emerging clean-energy value chains.

The Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme welcomes this milestone as further evidence that green industrialisation is moving beyond ambition towards practical commercial applications. As international demand for cleaner maritime fuels grows, Namibia has an opportunity to leverage its renewable energy resources, strategic Atlantic coastline and port infrastructure to become a competitive producer, supplier and bunkering hub for green hydrogen and ammonia.

The Programme looks forward to CMB.TECH translating its international technological achievements into successful projects in Walvis Bay and across the Erongo Region, contributing to Namibia’s ambition of building a diversified, industrialised economy that creates employment, develops local expertise and adds value to its renewable energy resources.

24/09/2026

At the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly, H.E. Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia, placed youth development and climate justice at the centre of Namibia’s development agenda.

The President highlighted Namibia’s efforts to prepare young people to participate meaningfully in emerging industries, including oil and gas, renewable energy and green hydrogen. Building the skills and capabilities of young Namibians is critical to ensuring that the country’s natural resources and emerging industries translate into employment, entrepreneurship and long-term economic opportunities. To date, Namibia has awarded close to 270 scholarships in fields related to renewable energy and green technologies.

On climate change, President Nandi-Ndaitwah underscored the imbalance faced by Namibia and other developing countries: despite contributing a very small share of global greenhouse-gas emissions, they remain highly exposed to droughts, rising temperatures and increasing pressure on agriculture and water resources. She called for greater responsibility and sustainable climate financing to support vulnerable countries in responding to these impacts and advancing SDG 13.

23/09/2026

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21/09/2026

𝗡𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗮 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁 2026

🇳🇦 participated in the Africa Green Hydrogen Summit 2026, hosted in Cape Town, 🇿🇦 , from 15–16 September, reinforcing the importance of regional cooperation in building a competitive green hydrogen and green industrial economy for Southern Africa.

The NGH2P was represented by Interim Head of Programme Joseph Mukendwa Mukendwa & Manager: External Affairs & Communications Jona MUSHEKO, who participated in a series of technical engagements, high-level discussions & industry panels.

The Summit brought together governments, development partners, investors, technology providers and project developers to advance green hydrogen and Power-to-X projects from ambition towards bankable implementation.

Ahead of the official opening, NGH2P participated in a technical leadership engagement involving, among others, South Africa’s Green Hydrogen Just Energy Transition Investment Plan PMO, the 🇪🇺 , 🇩🇪 , 🇩🇰 , GIZ South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini, GIZ Namibia , & private-sector players.

Discussions focused on the current market realities facing green hydrogen, viable business models, technology, financing, skills, localisation and how African and European partners can jointly build commercially sustainable value chains.

On Tuesday, 🇳🇦 participated in discussions on “From National Strategies to Delivery Institutions: What Governments Need to Build to Get to Gigawatts,” where Mukendwa joined counterparts from 🇿🇦 , 🇰🇪 & the African Green Hydrogen Alliance to share experiences on institutional coordination, project support and investment mobilisation. On Wednesday, he joined the Three Capes regional integration panel, examining how 🇳🇦 , the Northern Cape, Western Cape and Eastern Cape can connect infrastructure, industries and investment into a wider Western SADC hydrogen ecosystem. NGH2P also participated in a GIZ-led discussion on linking green hydrogen, batteries & critical minerals to localisation, beneficiation, employment & regional value creation.

The Summit also saw financing announcements, including a €20 million EU grant, with potential to mobilise a further €200 million through KfW for 🇿🇦 , an additional €37 million through the Global Gateway, and US$20 million in reimbursable grant funding from the African Development Bank for projects in 🇲🇦 , 🇪🇬 , 🇿🇦 and 🇳🇦 . Such commitments are important for de-risking emerging projects and strengthening investor confidence.

Our interconnected infrastructure, minerals, energy systems, skills, ports and industrial capabilities provide a strong basis for regional value chains that can retain more value, create jobs and position Southern Africa competitively in global green markets.

07/09/2026

Just a day before Namibia hosts the African Green Industries Summit in Swakopmund (09-10 September)

We look forward to impactful engagements that eventually translate into tangible projects.

National Planning Commission of Namibia
Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board

12/08/2026

The National Planning Commission reaffirms its commitment to an inclusive and evidence-driven planning process as Namibia advances its green industrialisation agenda.

Speaking at the Validation Workshop and official launch of public consultations on Namibia’s draft Sectoral Transformation Investment Plan (s-TIP) under the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) Industry Decarbonisation Programme, Acting Executive Director Mr Sylvester Mbangu said the investment plan could position Namibia to access up to US$250 million in concessional financing.

He noted that this catalytic funding has the potential to reduce investment risks, attract additional financing from development partners, multilateral development banks and the private sector, and create a credible platform to drive green industrialisation at scale.

Mr Mbangu encouraged stakeholders to actively contribute to the consultation process to help shape an ambitious, practical and impactful investment plan that advances Namibia’s long-term development aspirations.
Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme

27/07/2026

27/07/2026

𝗡𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗮 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆

Namibia is taking another important step towards redefining its energy future and industrialisation pathway through the proposed 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆. The policy seeks to harness the country’s renewable energy resources, green hydrogen potential and other emerging energy solutions to support local economic development, investment and industrial growth.

The latest progress follows an inter-ministerial engagement that took place last week in Windhoek to review and refine the proposed policy. The Policy Focus Group is assessing how Namibia can build on its growing green hydrogen ambitions while ensuring that the country’s energy resources contribute meaningfully to a more diversified and industrialised economy.

Addressing officials during the engagement, John Titus, Director of Energy in the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy, said the inter-ministerial team had been tasked with finalising the policy within the next few months. Once finalised, the policy will be submitted to Cabinet before being presented to the public for broader national consultations.

He explained that Namibia is focusing on the potential of green hydrogen and its derivatives, including green ammonia, green methanol and sustainable aviation fuel, as emerging industries capable of reshaping the country’s economic landscape.

These industries could create new opportunities for manufacturing, value addition, skills development, job creation and investment, while strengthening the contribution of the secondary sector to the national economy.

The Policy Focus Group comprises representatives from the National Planning Commission; Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy; Electricity Control Board; Upstream Petroleum Unit; Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board; Office of the Attorney General; and Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, among other key institutions.

The proposed policy represents an important step towards ensuring that Namibia’s renewable energy resources are not only exported, but also used to stimulate domestic industries, strengthen local value chains and create sustainable socio-economic opportunities for Namibians.

National Planning Commission of Namibia

Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB)
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ECB

30/06/2026