Can Namibia become a net exporter of energy?

Over the long-term, the government and NamPower have committed to making Namibia energy self-sufficient (and eventually a net exporter of power) by building new domestic generation capacity. NamPower has made some progress in efforts to increase its generation capacity.

What are the main energy sources in Namibia?

Namibia's top energy sources are petroleum, hydropower, imported electricity, and imported coal . The country's own internal resources supply less than one-third of its needed energy requirements . Namibia has high potential for solar, wind and biomass generation .

How can Namibia use surplus energy from South Africa?

A special arrangement between NamPower and Eskom, the South African Power utility, enables Namibia to buy and utilise the surplus energy from SA at affordable rates. We are, however, all aware of the energy crisis that has hit South Africa and that will, inevitably, also spill over to us.

Do Namibians still have access to modern energy?

A 2019 report identifies that by 2030 still 36% of Namibians will still not have access to modern energy under the Business-as-Usual (BaU) (= "New Policies" Scenario of the International Energy Agency’s World Energy Outlook 2018), while 32% will have access to the grid, 11% to a mini-grid and 22% to a SHS.

How much money does Namibia invest in energy?

The Annex 11: Namibia’s energy generation and access situation – financing and investments lists a total investement of 101,426,307 USD by 5 private entities, 2 state-owned entities (larges share by the Development Bank of Namibia) and the micro-medium lender Kongalend.

Can Namibia generate energy from renewable sources?

With ample sunshine and wind resources (on the coast), Namibia has the capability to generate significant energy from renewable sources.