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The Twin Hills Gold Project in Namibia is emerging as a cornerstone of the country’s next phase of gold production, with first output expected in early 2027 and annual production projected at more than 162,000 ounces, rising to approximately 176,000 ounces at peak.
Positioned to take over from the Otjikoto mine as it gradually winds down, Twin Hills is expected to play a critical stabilising role in Namibia’s gold sector, sustaining output levels while extending the country’s mining lifecycle. The project is designed as a large-scale open-cast operation with a mine life exceeding 13 years and a processing capacity of more than five million tonnes of ore annually through a conventional carbon-in-pulp (CIL) circuit.
Beyond production, the project carries significant socio-economic weight. Construction is expected to generate around 1,000 direct and indirect jobs, with approximately 800 permanent roles maintained throughout the life of the mine, providing continuity for local employment as legacy operations decline. Engineering and heavy-lift specialist Sarens will play a key role during the construction phase, supporting the project on behalf of Lycopodium Minerals Namibia, which is acting for Osino Gold. The company will deploy an XCMG XGC400-I crawler crane configured to a 300 ton lifting capacity, alongside a full-service package that includes operators, supervision, mobilisation, assembly, maintenance and demobilisation.
The deployment marks Sarens’ second simultaneous crawler crane operation on a major project in Namibia, underscoring both the scale of current mining investments in the country and the company’s expanding regional footprint. This presence is further reinforced by its recently established four-hectare logistics hub in Walvis Bay and the addition of high-capacity lifting equipment including a 1,300 ton crawler crane, to support complex mining and infrastructure projects across Southern Africa.
Sarens’ selection for the Twin Hills project reflects a combination of technical capability, competitive pricing and a track record in delivering large-scale mining solutions across the continent. Its previous work includes involvement in the Kamoa-Kakula copper project in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Ambatovy nickel project in Madagascar and multiple infrastructure developments in South Africa.
Sarens’ Project Manager, Sharde Fisher, noted that the company recognises the broader importance of the project beyond its technical scope. “We are fully aware of the socio-economic importance that the Twin Hills project will have for Namibia. We would therefore like to thank Lycopodium Minerals Namibia for placing their trust in our expertise and technical capability to meet their needs. As well as helping to ensure this project is carried out in accordance with the highest safety standards as required by the country’s mining HSE regulations. We hope to contribute our expertise to training and local employment development, as we have been doing across the African continent for many years,” said Fisher.
As Namibia prepares for a transition between major gold assets, Twin Hills signals a continuity of production, investment and employment, while reinforcing the country’s position as a stable and evolving mining jurisdiction.
