Namibia in Advanced Talks With European Investment Bank On N$10.3-Billion Green Hydrogen Loan

31 July 2025
The Namibian (Windhoek)

The Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme (NGH2P) says it is in advanced discussions with the European Investment Bank (EIB) on a €500 million (approximately N$10.3 billion) financing facility aimed at supporting infrastructure for green hydrogen and mineral beneficiation.

According to the programme's 2025 mid-year review, the proposed loan carries favourable conditions, including a 3.5% interest rate and a five-year grace period.

"Advanced talks are underway with the European Investment Bank for a €500 million facility at 3.5% interest, with a five-year grace period," the review report states.

The funding forms part of a broader strategy to reduce investment risk in Namibia's green hydrogen sector.

Follow us on WhatsApp | LinkedIn for the latest headlines

Developed in partnership with the Ministry of Finance's economic policy department, the strategy includes the roll-out of a globally competitive fiscal regime.

Proposed incentives include value-added tax (VAT) exemptions on imports, lower tariffs, and relaxed Namibia dollar currency account regulations, all aimed at reducing capital costs for developers, particularly those involved in mineral beneficiation.

Further support is expected through two additional funding instruments backed by the United Nations.

These include a €25-million (roughly N$515.5-million) mitigation action facility to support the technical and financial preparation of green industrial hubs, and another facility focused on piloting green hydrogen and industrial projects.

"Namibia is progressing to the second phase after being shortlisted in the top-23 applications," the report says.

Earlier this year, Namibia secured funding from the Climate Investment Funds' Industry Decarbonisation Programme, with support from the Ministry of Finance.

The approved facility is valued between N$931 million (US$50 million) and N$4.66 billion (US$250 million), with a low average interest rate of 1%.

It is backed by the Clean Technology Fund and is expected to attract a 3:1 capital match from additional financiers.

The NGH2P says efforts are also underway to develop green industrialisation and beneficiation hubs by upgrading key infrastructure such as ports, railways, desalination plants, power grids, and energy systems.

Engagements with several capital providers, including development finance institutions, are ongoing to secure the most effective financing packages.

Read the original article on Namibian.

Tagged:
Copyright © 2025 The Namibian. All rights reserved. Distributed by AllAfrica Global Media (allAfrica.com). To contact the copyright holder directly for corrections — or for permission to republish or make other authorized use of this material, click here.

AllAfrica publishes around 600 reports a day from more than 90 news organizations and over 500 other institutions and individuals, representing a diversity of positions on every topic. We publish news and views ranging from vigorous opponents of governments to government publications and spokespersons. Publishers named above each report are responsible for their own content, which AllAfrica does not have the legal right to edit or correct.

Articles and commentaries that identify allAfrica.com as the publisher are produced or commissioned by AllAfrica. To address comments or complaints, please Contact us.