Namibia to Showcase Investment Opportunities at Mining Indaba 2026 On 11 February 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, Namibia will present itself as a stable and investor-ready mining destination at the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2026, highlighting its vast reserves of critical and strategic minerals such as uranium, diamonds, lithium, rare earth elements, copper and graphite. Mining remains a cornerstone of Namibia’s economy, driving growth, employment and industrial development. Aligned with its long-term industrialisation strategy, the country is promoting both large-scale and emerging mining as part of an integrated pipeline for sustainable value creation and resilient mineral supply chains. Backed by a predictable policy framework and a business environment trusted by global players including De Beers, B2Gold, Orano and CNNC, Namibia is seeking new investment and development partners. The Namibian delegation, led by Deputy Minister of Industries, Mines and Energy, Gaudentia Kröhne, will host two investment-focused events: a mining project pitching session with Rand Merchant Bank and an official country showcase spotlighting regulation, geological potential and value addition opportunities. Report: Peneyambeko Jonas Photo: Contributed

Namibia’s Mining Sector Ends 2025 Strong, Outlook for 2026 Remains Positive Namibia’s mining sector closed 2025 on a positive note, delivering stability and supporting national growth, exports, and fiscal strength. The Chamber of Mines of Namibia said strong performance in gold and uranium, along with growing momentum in some base metals, helped cushion the impact of a prolonged downturn in the diamond market. Chamber of Mines CEO, Veston Malango, highlighted that diversification remains key to the sector’s resilience, noting that while diamonds faced global pressure, uranium and gold reinforced the industry’s strategic value to the economy. Global uncertainty, including geopolitical tensions and trade risks, continued to shape commodity markets. Gold remained a strong asset, while uranium prices stabilised with long-term demand supported by global nuclear expansion. Copper and tin strengthened, while lead weakened and zinc stayed subdued. Looking ahead to 2026, the sector remains optimistic, supported by strong demand fundamentals and improved investment momentum. Report: Peneyambeko Jonas Photo: Contributed

Mining Review Africa has ranked Namibia number one in the 10 emerging mining countries in Africa. The Mining Review shows that Namibia hosts "world-class uranium, lithium, rare earth elements and copper resources." The review further indicates that Namibia’s emerging lithium and rare earth developments make it a key mineral supplier. Zambia, DRC and Tanzania are some of the nations following Namibia’s ranking. Report: David Shoombe Photos: Contributed