Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO HER EXCELLENCY NETUMBO NANDI-NDAITWAH | The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) extends its warmest birthday wishes to Her Excellency, the Vice-President of the Republic of Namibia, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. Today, we celebrate your unwavering dedication, resilience and leadership, which continues to inspire positive change within our nation and on the global stage. As we join the entire nation in celebrating your 72nd birthday, honouring and deeply appreciating you for your unwavering dedication and exemplary leadership. On this special day, we wish you strength, prosperity, and continued success in all your endeavours. Happy Birthday from the NIPDB team! #HappyBirthday #Leadership #Namibia #NIPDB #NetumboNandiNdaitwah #Inspiration #Dedication #CelebratingSuccess

PRODUCED IN NAMIBIA | Today the #NIPDBMediaTour takes us to Otjimbele Grape Project. Located in Etunda, Omusati Region, this is the first grape project in the northern part of Namibia. We were just in time for the first harvest of the ITUM grapes planted a year ago as part of the pilot phase. The project has so far created over 150 jobs and expanded its production to include asparagus, which primarily exported, maize, sweet potatoes and watermelon. #InvestNamibia #InvestNam #Agriculture #Namibia #InvestmentPromotion

Calling Namibians to Serve | The Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises (MFPE) invites applications from Namibian nationals for board membership of the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB). This is your chance to contribute to Namibia’s economic transformation and play a key role in shaping our nation’s future. Board membership opportunities are available in positions for Agriculture, Engineering, Finance and Banking. Apply now via this link: https://lnkd.in/dXbVQNjf. Application Deadline: Monday, 25 November 2024. Please note that current Board members not serving for more than two terms are encouraged to apply to be reconsidered for re-appointment. For any enquiries, contact Hileni.Kagola@mfpe.gov.na or +264 61 202 3600. #NIPDB #BoardMemberOpportunity #ServeNamibia #EconomicTransformation #InvestNamibia #OpportunityKnocks

GET TO KNOW BENGUELA BLUE AQUAFARMING | The Benguela Blue Aqua Farming is one of the investments facilitated and actualised by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB). Located in Luderitz in the //Kharas region, the company will be producing premium Atlantic salmon for export to  markets in Europe, the USA, and Southeast Asia, with the first harvest expected in December 2026. Luderitz is the ideal location for this project because of its natural advantages such as optimal temperatures and the oxygen-rich Benguela current, which create favourable conditions for salmon farming. For more information on investing in Namibia, please visit our website here: www.nipdb.com Stay updated about developments in the Namibian economy and our activities by joining our WhatsApp Channel. Click on this link to join: https://lnkd.in/dxTRz_KQ #InvestNamibia #InvestNam #Namibia #Aquaculture #AfricanInvestments #InvestmentPromotion

MEDIA ENGAGEMENT | At the NIPDB, we regard the media as a critical strategic partner, one that enables us to communicate and share information with the rest of the nation. The media plays a crucial role in society, that of educating the public about important national matters, and sharing information that shapes public opinion and sentiment. We understand and respect this role, and are therefore committed to keeping the media updated on our operational activities, thereby enabling them to fulfil its role as the Fourth Estate of democracy. It is for this reason that we embarked on the #NIPDBMediaTour, which saw us taking a group of Journalists to visit the sites of investment projects that were facilitated by the NIPDB and became operational last year. These project visits provide an opportune platform for the media to see first hand the status of these projects, speak directly to the project owners and communities in which these projects are grounded. Thereafter, the media will be able to report from first hand information and with an enhanced understanding of what the project entails, its contribution to the economy, job creation, as well as skills and knowledge transfer amongst others. Our first stop was Cleanergy Solutions Namibia where Eike Krafft provided an overview of the project, its current status and future prospectus. He indicated that the plant is 95% ready to start producing local hydrogen next year, adding that while the project is currently operating as a research centre, it will transition to a commercial entity by 2030. Stay tuned for more updates from the #NIPDBMediaTour as we head to HyIron next. #InvestNamibia #Namibia #GreenHydrogen #Hdrogen

INVEST IN NAMIBIA'S AGRICULTURE | The fourth episode of the 'Invest Namibia' documentary series will premiere tonight on the Business Day Television (BDTV) channel 412 (DSTV). This four-part TV documentary series showcases Namibia's value proposition as one of the top investment destinations in Sub-Saharan Africa. In this edition, we highlight investment opportunities available in the agriculture sector, from high value fruits to beef production, Namibia offers investment opportunities for investors wanting to do business in Africa. For more information on how to invest in Namibia, please visit our website: www.nipdb.com Meatco Namibia, #Meatboard, #Namibia Berries, Namibian Agronomic Board (NAB), Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Forestry #InvestNamibia #Namibia #InvestinNamibia #EconomicGrowth #FDI #ForeignDirectInvestment #RenewableEnergy #ErongoRegion

APPOINTMENT OF DINO BALLOTTI AT THE NIPDB In response to recent media inquiries and public interest regarding the appointment of Mr. Dino Ballotti as an employee on a Fixed Term Contract basis at the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB), the NIPDB  would like to clarify the circumstances surrounding this decision. In any organisation, the departure of a senior leader creates a leadership vacuum and a delivery challenge that cannot be easily overcome. Finding a successor to fill such a vacuum and perform at the expected level is an activity that requires both time, energy and tact. Following the departure of Mr Ballotti as the Executive Director responsible for MSME Development, Innovation & Acceleration in August this year, the NIPDB noted that there will be a challenge for the organisation to deliver on some of its key initiatives and objectives as  set out in its Integrated Strategic Business Plan (ISBP) for the current financial year, as submitted to the Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises. Having served as one of the founding Executives of the NIPDB and being part of the development of the 2024/2025 ISBP of the NIPDB, Mr Ballotti not only possesses institutional knowledge and memory, but also the requisite background and experience  vital to the successful delivery of key initiatives currently being pursued by the NIPDB. Given Mr Ballotti’s deep understanding of the NIPDB's goals and challenges, his temporary engagement was thus deemed essential for the continued advancement of the organisation’s strategic objectives. It is against that background that the NIPDB re-engaged Mr Ballotti to serve as an employee on a fixed term contract basis, with a clear scope of work aligned with the NIPDB's strategic objectives and expected to contribute significantly to the successful implementation of key projects. In this capacity, he will also play a critical role in providing strategic guidance, technical support, and ensuring continuity during this period of transition, while the recruitment for the vacant Executive Director role (permanent), which is currently underway, is being finalised. The NIPDB reiterates its commitment to transparency and accountability in its operations. We equally acknowledge and appreciate the public interest in this matter and can confirm that this decision was made in the best interest of delivering on the mandate of the NIPDB, and ensuring that we continue to unlock investments for inclusive growth, with minimum to no interruptions.

STUDY OPPORTUNITIES | Are you seeking a bursary, scholarship or any other funding opportunity for your studies? The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) has recently launched an Information Sharing Platform to ensure equal access to study opportunities information for all Namibians. The platform serves as a central hub where the youth can easily access up-to-date opportunities for educational funding within Namibia, with plans to include international opportunities later on. We’re also working on establishing strategic partnerships across the country to ensure that this information reaches and supports those without easy access to the internet. Explore various opportunities offered by different organisations by clicking on the link below: https://lnkd.in/dMMvfFw8 Public and private institutions are invited to submit their study opportunities to:  debora.bavinga@nipdb.com or  leevi.indombo@nipdb.com #StudyOpportunities #NIPDB #ScholarshipsNamibia #EducationFunding #BursariesNamibia #YouthEmpowerment #EqualAccess #InternshipOpportunities

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT | Today we throw back to the groundbreaking ceremony of  Benguela Blue Aquafarming, an investment project facilitated by the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB). This project is located in Luderitz and will be producing about 35000  premium salmon for exports to markets in Europe, USA and Southeast Asia. With the first harvest set for December 2026, we are looking forward to seeing the project grow and develop into the coming months, and realising the plan of creating 600 direct jobs and 1500 indirect jobs for Namibians. For more information on investing in Namibia, please visit our website here: www.nipdb.com #BenguelaBlue #AquafarmingNamibia #NIPDB #JobCreation

LÜDERITZ AND AUS STAKEHOLDERS’ CONFERENCE CONCLUDES | The Lüderitz and Aus Stakeholders' Conference, which kicked off on 16 October under the theme “A New Dawn Awaits Lüderitz: The Catalyst for Industrial and Socio-Economic Growth,” concludes today. The event, held at the Old Power Station in Lüderitz, featured an inspiring keynote address by the Deputy Minister of Urban and Rural Development, Hon. Evelyn Nawases-Tayele. Hosted by the LüderitzTown Council, this two day event facilitated integrated planning for the industrialisation of Lüderitz, paving the way for potential new investments and sustainable growth. The future of these key towns and unlock new opportunities for Namibia’s economic development! #LüderitzandAusConference #NewDawnForLüderitz #IndustrialGrowth #EconomicDevelopment #InvestInNamibia Lüderitz Town Council HYPHEN Hydrogen Energy