Namibia

President's new oil bill to push ministries aside

Currently being debated in Parliament, the Petroleum Amendment Bill will deprive the Namibian Ministry of Petroleum of most of its powers in favour of the presidency. The Ministry of Finance and the Public Service Commission will also see their influence reduced.

Business France organises a defence and cybersecurity forum in Gaborone

After showcasing French military industry companies in Pretoria in 2025, Business France is continuing its efforts with a second event in March, geared towards southern Africa.

TotalEnergies opens search for technical local partners

The French major published a call for expressions of interest to find a partner capable of providing it with platform supply vessels in Namibia. This is an encouraging sign for local subcontractors as they wait for the launch of the Venus project.

Gas monetisation strategy to be drafted by Subsea7 subsidiary

Consulting firm Xodus, a subsidiary of Luxembourg-based multinational Subsea7, has been chosen by state-owned company Namcor to develop its gas strategy. Namibia has been held back in this area for years due to a lack of infrastructure and low domestic demand.

The New Guard
Namibia, Nigeria, Madagascar

Every Wednesday, Africa Intelligence spotlights a new generation of movers and shakers in business and politics.

NamibiaFanuel Shinedima, young oil sales representative

NigeriaIkechukwu Anoke, health insurance pioneer

MadagascarWilliamson Razafindrano, TIM's new rising star

President takes firm grip on oil and gas

Less than a year after coming to power, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has decided to take the monitoring of hydrocarbon projects under her wing, aided by a few trusted advisers.

SADC convenes urgent meeting to discuss situation in Madagascar

The heads of state of member countries will meet virtually on 7 November and are expected to appoint an acting chairperson to replace Andry Rajoelina.

The ins and outs of Sonangol's project to expand Walvis Bay port

The logistics subsidiary of Angola's state-owned oil and gas company is seeking consultants to assist with the project to upgrade Namibia's main port. Significant work is required to meet the needs created by the growth of the oil industry.

Washington supports Windhoek in the fight against poaching

Namibian rangers have benefitted from the delivery of new US vehicles and support infrastructure.

Behind the failed LPG deal between PetroSA and Namibia's UAG Investments

The South African state-owned company is claiming almost $9.7m from UAG Investments for the delivery of a cargo of liquefied petroleum gas to Namibia in 2023.