Looking back at the successful 2nd Namibia–EU Business Forum, hosted in partnership with @mirt_namibia and @nipdb where impactful discussions and new commitments helped advance trade, investment, green industrialisation and sustainable growth for the mutual benefit of Namibia and the European Union.🇳🇦🤝🇪🇺
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST: INDIA-AFRICA BUSINESS DIALOGUE AND EXHIBITION (IABDE), NEW DELHI, INDIA
The Ministry of International Relations and Trade in collaboration with the Namibia Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NCCI) and the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) invites Namibian companies and MSMEs to participate and exhibit at the India-Africa Business Dialogue and Exhibition (IABDE), taking place from 29 - 31 May 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, India.
Held alongside the 4th India-Africa Forum Summit (IAFS-IV), the mission will be led by Her Excellency, Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, President of the Republic of Namibia.
The mission aims to promote investment opportunities, strengthen trade relations and expand market access for Namibian products. Priority sectors include Health & Pharmaceutical, Agriculture & Agro-processing, Manufacturing, Education, ICT & Innovation.
Register your interest here: https://forms.gle/oAbxbmW7mpiSEt5w5
Deadline: 21 May 2026
NB: Participation is at own cost.
For enquiries, contact Mr Samwel Amputu: [email protected]
Namibia-EU Business Forum Concludes with New Commitments for Industrial Growth
The second Namibia EU Business Forum concluded in Windhoek with renewed commitments to industrialisation, green growth and long term economic cooperation between Namibia and the European Union.
Speaking during the closing ceremony, Hon. Amb, Dr. Kaire Mbuende, Director General of the National Planning Commission, said the forum reflected growing confidence in Namibia’s development trajectory and commitment to implementing the EU Namibia partnership roadmap and NDP6 priorities.
Ana Beatriz Martins, Ambassador of the European Union Delegation to Namibia, said the forum confirmed that the Namibia EU partnership is growing and delivering jobs, investment and opportunities for Namibians. She added that future success would be measured by “the megawatts installed, the tonnes processed, the SMEs financed and the jobs created for Namibian citizens.”
Hon. Amb. Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, Minister of International Relations and Trade, said the forum demonstrated Namibia’s commitment to strategic partnerships that support industrialisation, value addition, job creation and economic transformation.
The closing ceremony also featured the signing and announcement of several strategic projects supporting Namibia’s green industrial ambitions and institutional development, including the “Making Lüderitz Town Fit for the Future” project, support to the Namibian Standards Institution, the PanAfGeo+ Country Window project and the development of Namibia’s National Critical Raw Materials Strategy.
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The 2nd Namibia–EU Business Forum officially concluded in Windhoek with over 1,000 registrations and 400+ in-person participants, reflecting strong momentum for the Namibia–EU partnership. 🇳🇦🤝🇪🇺
Over the past three days, discussions focused on trade & investment, green industrialisation, critical raw materials, automotive industries, agribusiness and the creative sector, translating partnership into action.
The Forum closed with new commitments supporting Namibia’s green industrial ambitions, infrastructure, standards, and critical raw materials development, while looking ahead to the Green Industries Summit 2026 in Swakopmund.
Hosted in partnership with: @mirt_namibia@nipdb
Strengthening Namibia and EU Trade Relations Through Strategic Partnership
Day 2 of the Namibia EU Business Forum spotlights the evolving trade and investment relationship between Namibia and the European Union under the theme, "Namibia EU Trade Journey, A Partnership in Motion."
The EU remains one of Namibia's key export markets, driving economic growth, industrialisation and job creation across fisheries, agriculture, mining and manufacturing. Notably, Namibia maintains a trade surplus with the EU, exporting more than it imports, reflecting the growing competitiveness of Namibian products in the European market.
Executive Director at the Ministry of International Relations and Trade, Ndiitah Nghipondoka - Robiati, emphasised that unlocking Namibia's full trade and investment potential requires coordinated efforts, stronger linkages and continued collaboration to address barriers and create opportunities on both sides.
EU Ambassador to Namibia Ana Beatriz Martins reaffirmed the European Union's commitment to supporting Namibia's ambitions in trade, green industrialisation and sustainable investment.
Discussions further highlighted the urgent need to move beyond raw material exports toward greater value addition, local processing and industrial development, in line with Namibia's economic transformation agenda and NDP6 priorities.
Speakers noted that this shift is not only critical for long-term competitiveness but also for creating sustainable, quality jobs across key sectors. The SADC-EU Economic Partnership Agreement was highlighted as a key enabler of market access and business confidence, supporting over 40,000 Namibian jobs linked to EU exports.
As Namibia positions itself as a hub for green industrialisation and renewable energy, partnerships like these are essential to driving inclusive growth and long-term prosperity.
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Meet Ambassador @albertusaochamub interim CEO of @meatco_namibia the countries largest meat processing company and only company to export Namibian products to the EU.
Meet @emeraldsandplatforms bringing Namibias, Tourism, Sports and Creative and Cultural Industries to the world digitally at the #eunamibiabusinessforum
A key takeaway from the 2nd Namibia–EU Business Forum is the renewed Namibia–EU Strategic Partnership roadmap, signalling a shared commitment to sustainable industrial development, green growth and inclusive economic transformation.
First launched in 2022, the partnership on sustainable raw materials and green hydrogen has now been extended for the 2026–2030 period through signatures by Amb. Kaire Mbuende, Director General of the @npc_namibia National Planning Commission, H.E. @jessikaroswall , EU Commissioner for Environment, Water Resilience and a Competitive Circular Economy, and Isabella Chirchir, Commissioner of Mining at the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy (MIME).
The renewed roadmap reinforces cooperation in green industrialisation, local value addition, renewable energy, critical raw materials, skills development and investment, while advancing a shared vision for sustainable growth, industrial development and job creation. 🇪🇺🇳🇦
Hosted in partnership: @mirt_namibia@nipdb
The 2nd Namibia-EU Business Forum is officially open!
This morning, the Country Club in Windhoek welcomed leaders, investors and industry captains from Namibia and the European Union under the theme "Towards stronger, greener and more diversified economies."
Director General of the National Planning Commission Hon. Dr Kaire Mbuende opened proceedings on behalf of the Government of Namibia, highlighting the country's commitment to economic diversification, green industrialisation and the strategic role of sectors including agribusiness, critical raw materials, green hydrogen and the creative industries.
EU Commissioner for Environment, WaterResilience and Circular Economy, Jessika Roswall underscored the strength of the EU-Namibia partnership, announcing the extension of the Strategic Partnership Roadmap for five more years to 2030. She also announced a new N$78 million investment with the Geological Survey of Finland and the Andrada Uis Mine, targeting lithium extraction as a critical step in global battery value chains.
Both speakers emphasised that the time for pilots and feasibility studies is over with the focus now shifting to factories, jobs, skills and revenues that reach Namibian communities.
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