NamPower

Namibia’s state power firm has switched on Africa’s first digital substation near the coast, anchoring a sweeping plan to upgrade the national grid.

NamPower will cut electricity across Kavango West and East on May 17 for maintenance work, affecting residents, businesses and neighboring countries.

NamPower has apologized to Otjinene residents after a two-day blackout, deploying additional staff on the ground to accelerate the restoration of supply.

World Bank approves $138.5 million for Namibia’s energy enhancements, focusing on renewable integration and advanced battery storage capabilities.