AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWater Security Boost: Namibia launched the N$2.1 billion Erongo SUNAM desalination joint venture, aiming to add 20 billion litres of water a year when it comes online in June 2028, with land and a preferred bidder still to be locked in. Electricity Update: Electricity sales rose 2.8% in Q1 2026, while domestic generation fell 15.3% and imports jumped 32.9%, as the sector’s real value added grew 2.5%. Economy Watch: GDP grew 2% year-on-year in Q1, but mining weakness remains the key risk, with the sector contracting 12.2% and diamonds and base metals down sharply. Reparations Push: Namibia renewed calls for Germany to pay real reparations for the Herero and Nama genocide, rejecting Berlin’s offer of development aid instead of compensation. Energy Investment Outlook: The IEA projects Africa’s energy investment to hit $110bn in 2026, with Nigeria still central despite weaker upstream spending. Governance & Services: Health procurement officials blocked a proposed N$1 billion medicine buy without a public tender, warning emergency deals could be abused. Local Development: Omuthiya Business Expo secured N$626,026 in pledges to support its October SME-focused event. Sports & Youth: The Minister urged former Mathematics Olympiad alumni to mentor STEM learners, while Namibia’s athletics team coach says athletes are ready for the Commonwealth Games.
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