The role of transparency and accountability in Namibia’s mining, oil and gas sectors was the focus of a high-level dialogue hosted in Windhoek on Thursday by the Eco Dialogue Collective (EDC).
Titled “Namibia & the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI)”, the dialogue brought together stakeholders to raise awareness of the EITI and explore how Namibia could benefit from joining the global transparency standard for the extractive industries.
The event formed part of the Eco Dialogue Collective project, a joint initiative of the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR), the Legal Assistance Centre, the Namibia Media Trust and DW Akademie, implemented in partnership with the European Union. The initiative aims to create a structured platform for dialogue on governance, transparency and accountability in Namibia’s natural resource sectors.
Discussions took place at a critical moment for Namibia as the country navigates increasing investment and governance pressures in its mining, oil and gas industries. The dialogue also aligned with President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah’s stated commitment to strengthening transparency, accountability and anti-corruption efforts.
The programme featured presentations explaining how the EITI functions, alongside insights into the governance landscape of Namibia’s extractive industries. A panel discussion examined the potential implications of EITI membership for government, industry and civil society.
Speakers included representatives from the international EITI Secretariat, civil society organisations, as well as the mining and petroleum sectors.
The dialogue concluded with an interactive discussion on possible next steps for Namibia in relation to extractive sector transparency and governance reform.
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