President Nandi-Ndaitwah stressed mineral value remains key to changing Namibia's economy. She visited the Rössing Uranium Mine on Saturday to show her government wants natural resources to help Namibians, especially young people. She made clear that business practices must change as the Swapo Party plans to use resource processing to create jobs. The president wants mining to become the foundation for building industrial capacity across the country.
She praised Rössing Uranium for lasting through challenges and extending operations until 2036. She asked mining companies to invest locally through jobs, training, scholarships, and youth businesses. The president believes workers deserve fair wages, good housing, and proper retirement benefits. She urged Rössing to focus on sustainable practices that protect the environment and lift communities.
Rössing board chair Steve Galloway agreed with these goals and said the company thinks about Namibia's future. He reported that recent performance was among the best in its 49-year history. Managing director Johan Coetzee explained that expansion plans launched in 2024 will keep operations going for years. He admitted safety problems this year but said they have worked to fix these issues.
She praised Rössing Uranium for lasting through challenges and extending operations until 2036. She asked mining companies to invest locally through jobs, training, scholarships, and youth businesses. The president believes workers deserve fair wages, good housing, and proper retirement benefits. She urged Rössing to focus on sustainable practices that protect the environment and lift communities.
Rössing board chair Steve Galloway agreed with these goals and said the company thinks about Namibia's future. He reported that recent performance was among the best in its 49-year history. Managing director Johan Coetzee explained that expansion plans launched in 2024 will keep operations going for years. He admitted safety problems this year but said they have worked to fix these issues.
