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@SKandjimi of @PetrofundNam states Namibia’s stable business climate as a key enabler for energy sector growth, while stressing the importance of skills transfer and local upliftment.
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As Namibia moves closer to first oil, the conversation is shifting from discovery to impact.
How can energy drive jobs, enterprise growth, skills development, and long-term economic transformation?
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Vincenza Papaleo of @WoodMackenzie says discoveries in Namibia’s Orange Basin are reshaping Africa’s energy competitiveness and positioning Namibia as a leading deepwater exploration frontier.
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Jason Shikalepo of @RMBCIB Namibia states the need to balance resource-driven growth with long-term economic sustainability, while calling for new financing models to support Namibia’s energy future.
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As the country advances towards first oil and strengthens its position as an emerging global energy destination. The focus now is on turning opportunity into long-term impact.
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Paul Eardley-Taylor of @SBGroup says Namibia is uniquely positioned to meet global energy demand with lower production emissions, while stressing the need for skilled human capital.
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Nelson Lucas of @SB_Namibia, highlights Namibia’s fiscal stability and investment certainty as major drivers behind the country’s growing competitiveness in the global energy sector.
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Brian Reinsborough of @Recon_Africa highlights Namibia’s onshore exploration advantages: lower development costs & proximity to infrastructure, while stating the importance of community engagement.
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@nj_ayuk of the @energy_african calls for decisive action, stronger regulation, and regional collaboration to advance Africa’s energy future and empower the next generation of leaders.
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Brice Lacrampette of @TechnipFMC highlights that Namibia is at a pivotal moment on #TheRoadToFirstOil, emphasizing the importance of local capacity building, collaboration, and long-term investment in talent.
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Jean Charles Rinaldi of SBM Offshore highlights the importance of speed, collaboration, and local skills development in advancing Namibia’s journey to first oil.
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Miguel Baptista of SLB states the role of technology, local content & skills development in advancing Namibia’s road to first oil, reaffirming SLB’s long-term commitment to sustainable energy growth.
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Travis Smithard of Rhino Resources says clear policy, fiscal stability and strategic partnerships will be key to unlocking Namibia’s energy potential and accelerating the journey toward first oil.
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Ismini Katsimpardi reflects on Namibia’s journey from discovery to first oil, stressing the value of global best practices, and strong partnerships in unlocking the sector’s full potential.
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Selma Shimutwikeni, Founder & CEO of RichAfrica Consultancy & Convenor of @NIEConference, shares her thoughts on Namibia’s transition from discovery to development, stating inclusive participation as pivotal to creating sustainable value & shared prosperity on #TheRoadToFirstOil.
Carlo Mcleod highlights Namibia’s strong investment appeal, driven by a competitive fiscal framework and rising global confidence. Sustaining this momentum will be key on the path to first oil.
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Beatrice Bienvenu of @Chevron highlights Namibia’s stable fiscal environment, strong governance and exploration potential as key drivers behind Chevron’s renewed commitment to the country.
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Happy Africa Day!
Africa’s story is one of resilience, possibility and transformation. A continent of boundless potential, shaping its own future with purpose and inspiring the world through its strength, innovation and greatness.
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“Namibia stands at the threshold of its first oil. But first oil is not the destination; it is the beginning.”
A powerful reminder from @Ndapwilapo on the importance of building industries, skills and long-term economic resilience beyond resource discovery.
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