By: Eugene Dube Africa’s green hydrogen era takes a bold leap forward. Plug Power Inc. has successfully commissioned a 5 MW GenEco proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolyser at the Hydrogen Dune site near Walvis Bay, marking the continent’s first fully integrated commercial green hydrogen facility. Developed in partnership with Cleanergy …
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Namibia, the world’s eighth-largest diamond producer, is exercising caution regarding the potential acquisition of a stake in De Beers, even as other African nations move to consolidate control over the iconic mining company. The move comes as De Beers’ parent company, Anglo American, seeks to divest its loss-making diamond arm …
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By: Eugene Dube Namibia stands at the precipice of a major energy shift, leveraging its world-leading solar irradiation and expansive, unpopulated territory to fuel a transformation critical to its economy. This transition is particularly vital for the mining sector, where secure, cost-effective energy is paramount. With the government’s mandate for …
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By: Eugene Dube The Bannerman Energy shares have commenced trading on the OTCQX® Best Market, having been upgraded to OTCQX from the OTCQB® Venture Market. OTCQX is the top tier of OTC markets in the US market. “Bannerman’s upgrade to the OTCQX® Best Market reflects our strategy to introduce the …
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ASX-listed Chrysos Corporation has entered a master services agreement (MSA) with global miner Newmont Corporation to deploy its advanced PhotonAssay technology at Newmont’s gold sites worldwide. The first PhotonAssay unit will be installed at Newmont’s Ahafo mine in Ghana during the first half of the 2026 financial year, marking a …
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The Deputy Minister Gaudentia Kröhne emphasized trade issues, economic resilience, and ethical sourcing, at the Angola round table. In order to promote the integrity, economic worth, and ethical sourcing of natural diamonds, Namibia has reiterated its commitment to the global natural diamond sector and called for increased cooperation among diamond-producing …
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As the global demand for critical minerals accelerates, the continent’s role is shifting from resource supplier to indispensable partner in powering the energy transition, industrial growth, and global security. The time to elevate Africa’s position on the world stage is now. This was the call to action at a …
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China’s ambassador to Namibia, Zhao Weiping, highlighted the significant strides made in bilateral relations over the past five years, underscoring a deepening partnership rooted in historical ties and expanding economic cooperation. Speaking with Eagle FM, Zhao reflected on the extensive support China provided for Namibia’s independence in the 1960s, a …
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Midtronics, a global leader in battery management technology, represented locally by COMTEST, offers the proven MVT handheld battery tester. The revolutionary tool, powered by MDX-AI, is set to redefine the standards of battery diagnostics and testing in the automotive industry. The MVT battery tester is designed to deliver unparalleled accuracy and …
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Australia is poised to meet the surging global demand for heavy rare earths (HREs) following China’s decision to halt exports, a move that could reshape the global minerals landscape. The announcement comes on the heels of a high-level meeting between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and U.S. President Donald Trump, which …
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