6 Jun 2025
Four-day summit to spotlight investment, local content, youth empowerment, and Namibia’s growing role as an energy frontier.
More than 1,000 delegates from 35 countries are expected to attend the third Namibia Oil and Gas Conference (NOGC 2025), scheduled to take place in Windhoek from Aug. 12 to 15, organizers confirmed.
The event is hosted by the Economic Association of Namibia in collaboration with the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board and the Hanns Seidel Foundation. It is endorsed by the Ministry of Mines and Energy.
Conference attendance rose 40% between 2023 and 2024, according to organizers. The 2025 edition is expected to continue that trend, featuring 29 sponsors and partners, 42 exhibitors and 71 speakers.
“The NOGC exhibition saw a 52% growth from the inaugural event in 2023 to 2024, and a 40% increase in attendees over the same period,” said Jesaya Hano-Oshike, deputy chairman of the Economic Association of Namibia. “NOGC 2025 will be doubling in size with the introduction of a new hall to give access to more entrepreneurs, SMEs and new entrants to the market.”
Hano-Oshike said the growing interest reflects the conference’s relevance and the eagerness of local and international stakeholders to engage.
“The oil and gas industry is rapidly evolving, and Namibia must keep up by taking clear steps to build and manage its energy future,” he said.
To meet increasing demand, organizers have extended the conference to a four-day program. The expanded format will include a technical conference, pre-summit masterclasses, a business matchmaking service, and new mentorship and corporate social responsibility initiatives. The exhibition will also double in size.
“We will allow a matchmaking mentor–mentee platform for youth in the industry to connect with experts,” Hano-Oshike said. “We will also identify a beneficiary from the public to receive proceeds from the exhibitors’ entrance fees. We have a responsibility to be practical in our third year and go beyond talking, by implementing tangible benefits this industry has to offer.”
Last year’s event drew over 500 participants to its skills development sessions.
This year’s theme, From Exploration to Action: Positioning Namibia as the Next Energy Frontier, underscores the country’s goal to move beyond discovery toward execution, according to organizers.
“Our continued involvement shows our dedication to turning opportunities into action and helping Namibia take its rightful place as a leader in the energy sector,” said Paulo Coelho, marketing, communication and PR manager at NAMCOR. “That being said, we urge young Namibians—students, entrepreneurs, early-career professionals—to engage, learn and get involved.”
Natural gas, including the Kudu Gas Field and other offshore developments, will be a key focus, along with infrastructure development, investment opportunities and the sector’s role in Namibia’s energy transition.
The conference will highlight three strategic priorities: investment-ready supply chain opportunities, increased local content and industrial participation, and youth employment through skills development.
“The future of Namibia’s oil and gas industry is not offshore,” said Margreth Gustavo, executive director of strategy and branding at the NIPDB. “It is here onshore, in our people, our businesses and our bold ambitions. NIPDB remains committed to working with all our partners to ensure that this sector delivers on its promise—not just in GDP terms, but in the tangible improvement of livelihoods, the strengthening of our institutions and the diversification of our industrial base.”