Local Capability in Green Hydrogen will Define Namibia’s Industrial Future

Green hydrogen projects present a significant opportunity for long-term economic transformation in Namibia and could redefine its industrial development. The country is in a highly competitive position, supported by exceptional solar and wind resources and rising global demand for cleaner energy. Securing a major international Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) partner shows that these projects have moved beyond conceptual planning and are now preparing for full engineering and construction. The real test, however, will be whether Namibia can build the capabilities, skills and industries needed to ensure the benefits remain in the economy in the long term. Achieving this depends on localisation, structured knowledge transfer and sustained investment in local capacity across the value chain. This article is written by Julien Karambua, Country Manager at Workforce Staffing Namibia.