AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoOffshore Energy: QatarEnergy has agreed to buy a 25% stake in Namibia’s offshore PEL82 licence from Chevron, subject to regulatory approval. Chevron will remain operator, with Namcor and Custos Energy retaining 10% each. Trade: China was Namibia’s top export destination in September, taking 36.2% of exports. Shipments totalled N$12.2 billion, up 64.8% year on year; zero-tariff access to China could open further opportunities for local producers. Livestock: Foot-and-mouth disease restrictions have frozen key export routes, prompting the industry to seek alternative markets, particularly in Africa, as farmers and businesses face mounting losses. Diamonds: Botswana plans to raise its De Beers stake to 30% as part of a proposed consortium bid for Anglo American’s holding; Namibia and Angola are also involved, but their shares have not been specified. Water and farming: Namibia’s regional water symposium is bringing government, industry and communities together to address water security, while the country is seeking Dutch agricultural technology and expertise to boost production and food security. Manufacturing: Namibia Dairies has invested N$54.5 million in a new filling line to expand local long-life milk production.
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