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Shell, together with joint venture partners QatarEnergy and NAMCOR, partnered with the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST) to deliver the second edition of a capacity-building workshop for 50 engineering students from Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial and Mining disciplines.

At Shell Namibia, partnerships are more than projects, they’re long-term commitments built on trust, transparency, and shared progress.

The sound of children’s laughter filled the air in 8ste Laan, Otjomuise, as Orange Babies Namibia (OBNAM) unveiled a new playground. This joyful moment was made possible through the support of Shell Namibia and its joint venture partners, QatarEnergy and NAMCOR, and reflects a shared commitment to creating opportunities where they matter most.

On 22 June 2025, Shell teams joined contractors, JV partner NAMCOR, and representatives from the Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy for a Safety Day under the theme “How I Respond Matters.” The event reinforced Shell’s commitment to systematic HSSE & SP risk management and continuous improvement across all operations.

Shell Namibia, in collaboration with the Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), recently delivered a transformative five-day technical workshop titled Introduction to Petroleum Geoscience for Engineers and Non-Geologists. Held from 2–6 June 2025, the initiative aimed to equip Namibian engineering students with foundational knowledge in petroleum exploration and reservoir engineering—critical capabilities for the country’s growing energy sector.

The Cirrus Investor Conference, held from April 8-11, 2025, brought together capital market players, business leaders, and key figures in the Namibian economy. Shell Namibia Country Chair, Eduardo Rodriguez, participated in a panel discussing industry status, local content strategies, and sovereign wealth funds.

Shell Namibia proudly participated in the 7th Namibia International Energy Conference (NIEC) hosted by RichAfrica Consultancy held in Windhoek April 22 - 25. The event brought together Namibian leaders, global investors, and regional stakeholders, all rallying around a shared vision for the country’s energy future—one rooted in local content, value addition, and energy sovereignty.

From soap makers and hairdressers to plumbers, builders, and welders, entrepreneurs are learning new skills to help their run their businesses better and create wealth and jobs.

The end of drilling the Cullinan-1X well in August 2023 marked an important milestone for the joint venture.

Africa Oil Week (AOW), is known as the voice of the African Upstream bringing together an international community of industry and governments committed to enabling a prosperous energy outlook for Africa.