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I recently held discussions with Al Cook, CEO of De Beers Group, about Namibia’s globally significant diamond sector and the role responsible resource development plays in strengthening secure global supply chains.
Namibia’s offshore diamond industry represents one of the most technologically advanced marine mining operations anywhere in the world. Namibia’s diamonds have long been known for their exceptional quality and responsible production. As supply chains shift in a more competitive world, trusted producers like Namibia are becoming increasingly important to industrial strength, advanced manufacturing, and secure resource supply.
Strong partnerships between the United States and Namibia create opportunities for American companies, encourage investment, and help build the secure supply chains needed for the industries of the future.
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Only 7 Days left to secure your Early Bird ticket for #AEW2026
Africa’s energy future is being shaped — be part of the conversation in #CapeTown, this 12–16 October.
Here is why you should attend?
• 200+ exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge energy solutions
• 5 stages featuring ministerial panels & investment forums
• 400+ speakers driving Africa’s energy transformation
• Unmatched networking with industry leaders & dealmakers
#AEW2026 is where partnerships are built, deals are signed, and the future of African energy takes shape.
Early Bird ends 31 March 2026 — don’t miss out. Secure your spot today. aecweek-registration.com/2026/
#AEW2026 #AEWTickets #EarlyBird #CapeTown #EnergyConference #InvestmentConference
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Great choice by Chevron to be Deputy Country Manager of #Namibia. Ndapewoshali Shapwanale has been an ardent and consistent voice for pro-energy policies. She understands the hard work, perseverance, and challenges of her new role. She will represent the values of this amazing company with pride and joy in Namibia and beyond.
Over many years, she has shown a true drive for supporting Namibians in the oil industry. She has been a great partner for the oil and gas industry.
Shapanele is accessible to Namibians, effective, and she cares about Namibian communities.
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Chevron’s local content strategy in Africa is setting a benchmark for international oil companies operating across the continent.
Through responsible operations, community engagement and long-term investment, @Chevron continues to demonstrate how energy development can align with environmental stewardship and socioeconomic growth. The company’s approach prioritizes environmental protection, workforce safety and strong governance while supporting local communities and strengthening partnerships with African governments.
Across Africa, Chevron’s initiatives highlight how integrating local engagement principles into operations can deliver both sustainable energy development and tangible benefits for host nations. By aligning investment with responsible practices, the company is helping shape a more resilient and inclusive energy future for the continent.
Read more: aecweek.com/chevrons-esg-s…
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While many advanced economies are moving to reduce their dependence on oil and gas, Southern Africa is next in line to benefit from its own — and has every right to do so, just as the developed nations of the world already have.
This situation highlights both the opportunities for energy security and the challenges that lie ahead regarding infrastructure development.
South African Oil & Gas Alliance (SAOGA) is the real deal. They have championed not only South Africa but the region and African. Proud of the daily work they put in for the oil and gas industry.
See you in Cape Town
#SAOGC2026 #SouthernAfricaOilAndGas #OilAndGasAfrica #UpstreamOilAndGas #SAOGA .
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Looking forward to read this piece tomorrow. @KattiKnowledge .
Namibian Sun@namibiansun
Monday news!
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@KattiKnowledge with Petrobras outside NAMCOR. "But today, we are happy that Petrobras made that decision to come back to Namibia. This time, we pray and hope that they will drill and find oil". Namibia is no longer a rumor. Namibia is attracting global energy giants.
Ministry of International Relations & Trade@MIRT_NAMIBIA
Hon. Amb. Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, today, 09 March 2026, received a courtesy visit from the management of Petrobras. The delegation was led by Mr. Ricardo Logus, Joint Ventures Development Manager, accompanied by Mr. Knowledge Katti of Eight Offshore Investments Holdings.
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The #AEW2026 Agenda is LIVE! Download today to plan your stay for #AEW.
Under the theme “Invest in African Energies: Affordable & Abundant Energy Additions”, #AEW2026 is your go-to platform for deals, dialogue & innovation shaping Africa’s energy future.
Key AEW sessions:
• OPEC-Africa Roundtable
• AI & Intelligent Power Grids
• US-Africa Energy & Investment Forum
• Sustainable African LNG Markets
• New Gas Frontiers to 2035
Download the full agenda & plan your #AEW experience: aecweek.com/agenda-26/
Register for AEW 2026 here: aecweek-registration.com/2026/
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Petrobras engages Namibia on energy investments
Brazilian energy company Petrobras has held discussions with Namibia’s Ministry of International Relations and Trade (MIRT) regarding its existing and potential investment opportunities in the country’s expanding energy sector.
Petrobras representatives met with International Relations and Trade Minister Selma Ashipala-Musavyi during a courtesy visit aimed at introducing the company and outlining its current and prospective interests in Namibia.
The delegation was led by Petrobras Joint Ventures Development Manager Ricardo Logus and included Knowledge Katti of Eight Offshore Investments Holdings.
miningandenergy.com.na/petrobras-enga… #namibia #mining #energysector #investment @MIRT_NAMIBIA @MME_Nam @CoMinesNamibia @TotalEnergies @petrobras @NamcorNamibia @nogconference @NIEConference @energy_african @african_energyC @NjAyuk
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The Namibia Local Businesses Association (Naloba) has raised concerns over what it describes as unfair and exclusionary conditions in NamPower’s N$1.5 billion tender for six 20 MW solar photovoltaic plants, a claim the power utility has firmly rejected. namibiansun.com/local-news/nal…
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>90% of sulphur imported into Africa is from the Middle East… and therefore passes through the Strait of Hormuz
Let that sink in.
I have heard that traders are already struggling to source any. Sulphuric acid prices will therefore significantly increase across Africa… and if the disruption lasts longer than ~3 weeks, copper oxide operations will have to close as they’ve run out of acid.
Oxide copper is the dominant ore source of copper produced in DRC… and the DRC is the world’s 2nd largest copper producer.
Robert Friedland@robert_ivanhoe
The cost of leaching copper oxide ore in the Central African Copperbelt is about to get even more expensive. In the past few days a number of Middle Eastern Oil refineries have been attacked / closed. In addition, exports through the Strait of Hormuz have ground to a halt. What has this got to do with leaching copper in one of the world’s largest copper belts ? Sulphur, or more specifically sulphuric acid. Approximately, 50% of seaborne sulphur is shipped through the Strait of Hormuz. The central African Copperbelt imports around 2 million tonnes of this sulphur per annum. The sulphur is used in local sulphur burners to convert into sulphuric acid, which is used by mining companies for leaching copper out of copper oxide ores. One part of sulphur makes 3 parts of liquid high-strength sulphuric acid. Therefore, 2.0 million tonnes of sulphur produces approximately 6.0 million tonnes of sulphuric acid. The price of high-strength sulphuric in Kolwezi, on the western edge of the DRC Copperbelt, has been trading near all-time highs of $700-$800/tonne for the past 4-5 months, due to regional export restrictions, higher copper prices, as well as an already tight global sulphur market. This price will rise further. In addition to the 6.0 million tonnes of sulphuric acid produced from imported sulphur, 2.5 million tonnes of sulphuric acid is generated by regional smelters that smelt copper concentrates. Ivanhoe Mines’ Kamoa-Kakula has just started ramping up its copper smelter near Kolwezi. Once fully ramped-up later this year, our smelter will produce over 700,000 tonnes per annum of sulphuric acid… in the past 2 months the smelter has already ramped up to a capacity of 60%. This is an absolutely critical time to be ramping up our copper smelter, which is of the highest strategic importance to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
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Africa’s role in global oil markets is evolving — and the world is taking notice.
With stronger quota discipline, regulatory reforms and expanding refining capacity, African producers are positioning themselves not just as suppliers, but as strategic influencers in global crude dynamics. Coordinated engagement within OPEC+ and a renewed focus on investment-ready frameworks are creating greater stability and long-term opportunity across the continent.
As global energy markets navigate uncertainty, Africa has a unique opportunity to leverage its resources, strengthen intra-continental collaboration and attract sustainable capital into upstream and downstream projects.
The conversation is shifting — from vulnerability to influence. Read the full analysis here: aecweek.com/opec-africa-ho…
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Fresh off our London Stock Exchange opening, CEO Robert Bose and President Eytan Uliel sat down with Malcolm Graham-Wood of Malcy’s Blog for a discussion on #Sintana’s portfolio.
Well worth a listen for investors following Sintana’s next phase of growth: malcysblog.com/2026/02/core-f…
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CEO Robert Bose took the stage at the SpareBank 1 Markets 2025 Energy Conference in Oslo, connecting with global investors and industry leaders.
Rob highlighted #Sintana’s high-impact exploration portfolio and the momentum building across its offshore positions.
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WATCH: Speaking at the Fundraising Gala Dinner for the Kuisebmund Multi-Purpose Hall on 28 February 2025, the Prime Minister Dr. Ngurare urged all stakeholders involved in the construction of the hall to walk the talk and ensure that the project is completed without further delay
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#Venezuela is passing new laws to enable investment into oil and gas. They are cutting red tape and giving a red carpet to energy investors.
#DrillBabyDrill #OOTT
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