Namibia Investment Summit
Namibian Government to host the Namibia Investment Summit, under the patronage of His Excellency Dr. Hage G. Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia, in Dubai on 23rd March 2022
The Government of the Republic of Namibia will host the Namibia Investment Summit, under the patronage of His Excellency Dr. Hage G. Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia on the margins of Expo 2020 Dubai, in the UAE on 23rd March 2022.
Strategically located on the southwestern coastline of Africa, Namibia offers a conducive investment climate, serving as a logistics hub and springboard into Southern Africa, Africa and the international markets.
Themed, “Namibia, Advancing Sustainable Investments for a Diversified, Export-driven Economy”, the Namibia Investment Summit seeks to identify, engage and attract new investment leads and promote the country as a preferred investment destination as well as facilitate engagements between potential investors and Namibian entities.
Investors, financiers, FDI intermediaries and companies interested in doing business with Namibia are invited to participate and benefit from Investment Projects Ready to Offer (IPRO), Public Private Partnership (PPP) Projects, as well as opportunities for Business to Business and Business to Government meetings.
The Summit will be attended by over 100 key players and investors from the private sector, government officials, thought leaders and policy experts.
Guest speakers will include:
His Excellency Dr. Hage G. Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia
Hon. Lucia Lipumbu, Minister of Industrialisation and Trade
Hon. Calle Schlettwein, Minister of Agriculture, Water & Land Reform
Hon. Ipumbu Shiimi, Minister of Finance
Hon. Kornelia Shilunga, Deputy Minister of Mines and Energy
Ms. Nangula Uaandja, CEO & Chairperson, NIPDB | & Namibia Commissioner General – Expo 2020 Dubai
The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB), in collaboration with Namibian private and public entities, will provide insight on key areas of growth and investment opportunities across the following sectors:
Renewable Energy – Upstream & Downstream Green Hydrogen Infrastructure Development Opportunities
Agribusiness – Propelling Agritech & High Value Supply Chains for Export Diversification
Tourism – Transitioning Beyond Covid 19, Re-igniting Tourism for Inclusive Growth
Infrastructure, Logistics & Transport
Mining, Mineral Beneficiation & Adjacent Industries
Please submit your questions to annika.craine@investafrica.com
Programme:
08:30 Registration & Refreshments
09:00 Welcome Remarks: Ms. Nangula Uaandja, CEO & Chairperson, Namibia Investment Promotion & Development Board (NIPDB) & Namibia Commissioner General - Dubai Expo 2020.
09:15 Namibia Policy & Legal Framework for Investment: Hon. Lucia Iipumbu, Minister of Industrialisation and Trade
09:30 Keynote Address: H.E. Dr. Hage G. Geingob, President of the Republic of Namibia
09:50 Panel Discussion 1: Agribusiness: Propelling Agritech & High Value Supply Chains for Export Diversification
Namibia is a net importer of fruits and vegetables with great potential for increased local production, value addition and diversification of the export basket. The use of technology and smarter production techniques is critical for global competitiveness and access to export markets. This Session discusses investment opportunities in the horticulture cluster, highlighting new areas of growth across the entire value chain.
Moderator:
Maria Immanuel, Technical Advisor, Namibia Agricultural Trade Forum
Introduction by:
Hon. Calle Schlettwein, Minister of Agriculture, Water & Land Reform
Speakers:
Frank Braeken, Board Chairman of Feronia Palm Oil Company
Leonie Hartman, CEO, AvaGrow Namibia
Fidelis Mwazi, CEO, Namibia Agronomic Board
Husam Elshafei, General Manager, Al Dahra Agricultural Company
10:40 Panel Discussion 2: Infrastructure, Logistics & Transport: What’s next for Namibia?
Infrastructure is the key driver for industrial development and therefore the Namibian government invested significantly in road, port and aviation infrastructure over the past years. To maximise the use of limited resources, the government is promoting a private-sector led economy and infrastructure development approach with the introduction of the Public-Private-Partnership Policy. This Session unpacks investment opportunities in the infrastructure, logistics and transport sector and the significance of Namibia as a logistical hub in the region.
Moderator:
Denver Kisting, Communication Specialist, Namibia Broadcasting Corporation
Introduction by:
Hon. Ipumbu Shiimi, Minister of Finance
Speakers:
Andrew Kanime, CEO, Namibia Ports Authority
Bisey Uirab, CEO, Namibia Airports Company
Mbahupu H. Tjivikua, CEO, Walvis Bay Corridor Group
Cedric Limbo, Director, Transportation Policy & Regulation
11:25 Coffee/Tea Break
11:45 Panel Discussion 3: Tourism - Transitioning Beyond COVID-19, Re-igniting Tourism for Inclusive Growth
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a devastating impact on the tourism industry globally and Namibia is no exception. How Namibia plans to build-back-better beyond the Covid-19 pandemic and the investment opportunities available both in the public and private sectors to aid recovery is the core focus of this Panel discussion. Of significance are the linkages between FDI in the tourism sector and the multiplier effects on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises in the supply chain, to contribute to inclusive growth.
Moderator:
Josy Nghipandua, Media Personality, Queen of Speech CC
Introduction by:
Matthias Lemcke, Area Manager for Europea, Namibia Tourism Board
Speakers:
Pierre-Etienne Montgrand, Asset Director, Kasada Capital Management
André Schulz, General Manager: Southern & East Africa, Deutsche Lufthansa AG
Gys Joubert, CEO, Gondwana Collection Namibia
Elizabeth Hilger, Director, Tambuti Lodge
12:35 Panel Discussion 4: Renewable Energy: Upstream & Downstream Investment Opportunities & Green Hydrogen Industry Development
This Session will deliberate the contribution of Green Hydrogen to the economy and the impact of this nascent industry. With world class renewable energy resources, the country is poised to be amongst leading nations that drives the agenda of reducing global emissions and decarbonisation through sustainable investments in the energy sector. The panel will consider what upstream and downstream opportunities and developments will be required to ensure maximum benefit for Namibia is derived from this strategic industry.
Moderator:
David Jarrett, Group Executive Operations, RDJ Consulting
Introduction by:
Hon. Ipumbu Shiimi, Minister of Finance, Green Hydrogen Council Member
Speakers:
Hon. Kornelia Shilunga, Namibia Deputy Minister of Mines & Energy
Tobias Bischof-Niemz, Head of Division: New Energy Solutions, HYPHEN Hydrogen Energy
Alexander Saverys, CEO, Compagnie Maritime Belge (CMB)
Pinehas Mutota, General Manager: Economic Regulations, Electricity Control Board
Grant Muller, General Manager: Power Generation, NamPower
13:20 Networking Lunch & Official Photographs
13:20 Media Interviews
14:30 Panel Discussion 5: Mining - Mineral Benefication & Adjacent Industries
Namibia is an oasis for resource seeking Foreign Direct Investment, with mining being the highest contributor to GDP in the Primary Sector. The country promotes sustainable use of natural resources and the achievement of ESGs and SDGs to ensure economic gains for future generations. To this effect, this Panel deliberates on current developments in the mining industry from both a local and global perspective. A diversified portfolio of investment opportunities in mineral extraction, beneficiation and adjacent industries to mitigate against external shocks and to promote high-value exports will be presented.
Moderator:
Vetumbuavi Mungunda, Founder, Ombu Capital
Introduction by:
Hon. Kornelia Shilunga, Deputy Minister of Mines & Energy
Speakers:
Cai Yusheng, Vice President, Uranium Resources Company
Inge Zaamwani, Senior Presidential Advisor, Constitutional & Corporate Affairs
Leonie Dunn, Deputy Governor, Bank of Namibia
Bruce Cleaver, CEO, De Beers Group
15:20 Announcement & Signing Ceremony: Nangula Uaandja & Francois Schalkwyk
16:00 Closing Remarks: Kauna Ndilula, Advisory Board Member, Namibia Investment Promotion & Development Board (NIPDB)
16:20 Official Group Photograph
16:30 B2B & B2G Meetings
16:30 Business Networking & Refreshments
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