The Minister of International Relations and Trade has expressed appreciation to the European Union for the consistent and tangible support it has extended to Namibia's key programmes over the years.

Selma Ashipala-Musavyi said this at a Namibia-EU Partnership Dialogue held in Windhoek on Monday. 

The Environmental Investment Fund (EIF) has successfully raised more than N$700 million in the past seven years for projects that bring clean water, renewable energy and farming support to communities.

The Southern Corridor Development Initiative in the ||Kharas Region is set to become the heart of Namibia's green hydrogen revolution. 

The United Nations Development Programme, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, has concluded the implementation of a Japan-funded project.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has departed for Luanda, Angola, to participate in the US-Africa Business Summit.

The Head of State leads the Namibian delegation to join other African Heads of State and government.

Erongo Governor Neville Andre has praised the region for emerging, not only as Namibia's economic hub but also the leader in renewable energy initiatives.

As Namibia explores its natural resources and transitions to green energy, the Eco Dialogue Collective is an essential initiative, ensuring that this exploration is sustainable and equitable, benefiting all Namibians while protecting the environment.

European Union Ambassador Ana Beatriz Martins says the EU and Namibia relations have evolved significantly over the year in a way that stimulates economic growth and creates jobs for both.

Construction of the Oshikoto Biomass Power Station Project, valued at N$2.3 billion and located near Tsumeb, is set to begin following a recent ground-breaking ceremony. 

This power station will generate 40 megawatts of baseload electricity, significantly enhancing Namibia's energy security. 

Erongo Governor Neville Andre says the world is transitioning to a green economy, with governments and businesses alike increasingly recognising the importance of environmentally friendly practices.

This shift, Neville Andre says, presents a unique opportunity for Namibia.