Namibia: African Union Mining Vision Serves As Framework for Namibian Minerals Policy Review

The Ministry of Mines and Energy has just embarked on the long-outstanding review of the national Minerals Policy to align this policy document with the developmental objectives of the African Mining Vision, adopted in 2009 by the African Union at its Heads of Governments summit.

Speaking at a symposium organised by the Namibian Chamber of Mines, the Minister of Mines and Energy, Hon Obeth Kandjoze, said the private sector is seen as a key partner and should come on board realise optimal benefits for each country from the extractive industry. The symposium brought together officials from various African mining chambers and other mining associations.

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