PARTNERSHIPS
COLLABORATING FOR IMPACT
At the NIPDB, we believe that meaningful progress begins with partnership. By fostering intentional, trust-based collaboration between government, private sector actors (local and international), development partners, and communities, we unlock investment potential and accelerate economic transformation. Our partnerships are central to our mission to build a thriving, inclusive, and globally competitive Namibia.
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PARTNER WITH US
We offer diverse and impactful partnership opportunities for businesses, civil society, and public institutions to co-create value, promote the Namibian nation brand, and drive inclusive economic development.
Key areas for partnership:
BUILDING A COMPETITIVE NAMIBIA AND NATION BRAND
BOOSTING SKILLS FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH
UNLOCKING INVESTMENTS FOR INCLUSIVE GROWTH
DEVELOPMENT AND SCALABILITY OF THE MSME SECTOR
As a partner, you will:
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Contribute directly to Namibia’s economic development and global competitiveness
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Position your brand through strategic visibility and thought leadership
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Engage with key audiences across national, continental, and global platforms
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Leverage the NIPDB’s networks to deepen impact and scale shared goals
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Benefit from our unique local and global network
PARTNERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS
African Union MSME Forum | Support for MSME Development and Export Promotion
Partners: Bank Windhoek, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, Hollard Namibia, M&G Investments, Momentum Metropolitan, and United Nations Development Programme
Impact: The 3rd AU SME Forum, held from 9–13 September 2024 in Windhoek, brought together over 400 African stakeholders to explore how financial tools and educational innovation can empower MSMEs. Organised by the NIPDB on behalf of the African Union Commission, the forum highlighted Namibia’s strategic role in advancing SME development across the continent. The forum hosted 494 participants, including 80 MSMEs. Chelete Cage pitch winners received nearly N$250,000 in cash prizes, with additional support from ITC, AWS, and the AU. The exhibition market generated sales of approximately N$50,000, contributing N$10,000 in VAT. Testimonial: “We put a lot of pressure on this sector to produce results and stay the course on a trajectory that they themselves have put into motion, including job-creation, growing their market share and looking for trading opportunities beyond our borders. So, this is truly a remarkable event for Namibian MSMES.” – Bronwyn Moody, Head of Stakeholder Engagement.
Africa Hospitality Investment Forum 2024 | Support for Investment Promotion
Partners: First National Bank, Rand Merchant Bank Namibia, Ohlthaver and List Leisure, De Beers Group, Namibia Tourism Board and Frans Indongo Group
Impact: Namibia made history as the first Southern African country to host the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) in June 2024, positioning itself as a premier tourism and investment destination. As Host Partner, the NIPDB showcased Namibia’s unique tourism offerings, aligning with national goals to grow the sector as a key economic driver. The event generated USD 365 million in potential business, USD 396,000 in direct local spending, and 274 annualised job opportunities. Nine Namibian tourism projects were also pitched to investors, enhancing visibility and prospects for capital inflows. Testimonial: “FNB Namibia is proud to support the tourism industry as one of the largest contributors to job creation and its impact on many other industries. It is also our responsibility to partner with the likes of NIPDB, which is embarking on a journey to showcase Namibia and what it has to offer. We understand that the tourism industry is not without its challenges, and platforms such as this enable local participants and investors to come together, have robust discussions, and find solutions and investment opportunities that will ensure the industry remains sustainable going forward.” – Connie-Marlene Theyse, Head of Enterprise Banking at FNB Namibia
Namibia in the IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook | Support for Competitiveness & Nation Branding
Partner: Firstrand Group Namibia
Impact: In April 2023, Cabinet approved Namibia’s participation in the IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook Rankings, with the NIPDB as lead partner and support from the FirstRand Group. This initiative benchmarks Namibia’s economic performance globally, with a strong focus on quantitative data. Working with key institutions, including the NSA and Bank of Namibia, the NIPDB coordinated data collection and an Executive Opinion Survey. These efforts led to a Special Report on Namibia’s competitiveness, which informed a Cabinet-endorsed Theory of Change to guide reforms and improve the country’s global competitiveness and ease of doing business. Testimonial: “We see the NIPDB as a cog in a much bigger wheel. There are many opportunities to work in support of the NIPDB to better understand Namibia’s competitive posture and identify the key areas that we, as a country, need to focus on to enhance our competitiveness, attract the right kind of capital, and bring the world’s best talent to live in Namibia.” – Conrad Dempsey, Chief Executive Officer, Firstrand Group Namibia
MSC Cruises | Support for Talent, Innovation and Productivity
Partner: MSC Cruises
Impact: In partnership with the NIPDB, MSC Cruises launched a recruitment initiative in Namibia in June 2024 to create job opportunities and support economic development. The campaign attracted over 8,100 applications for 25 onboard roles in hospitality, culinary services, wellness, housekeeping, sales, and administration. As a result, 42 Namibians received letters of intent, with eight already onboarded and five scheduled to depart. The remaining candidates are finalising checks, though some face delays due to financial constraints linked to medical costs. Testimonial: “Being able to travel, apply and expand my skills, and engage with diverse individuals while representing my country is important. I am ecstatic to be an ambassador for the country and showcase our talent. When I come back home, I will ensure to share my experiences and learned skills, especially with the youth. ” – Uripeke Bobby Kaizemi, Paramedic, MSC Cruises Brazil
OUR VALUED PARTNERS
PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Unlocking Investments for Inclusive Growth
The NIPDB hosts and participates in a wide range of national and global events to promote Namibia as a competitive destination to visit, live and invest. We welcome the support of partners to co-fund Namibia’s representation, provide thought leadership and scale our impact.
Tokyo International Conference on African Development
Japan, 20-22 August 2025
Strategic sessions to showcase Namibia's investment and export potential across five target areas: renewable energy, food industry, mining and mineral processing, manufacturing, logistics, education, and tourism. This is an all in one brand Namibia event that will require all hands on deck to showcase the best of Namibia from arts to cuisine to tourism to investments and more to one of the world’s top economy with little Namibian penetration.
Global Africa Hydrogen Summit
Namibia, 09 - 11 September 2025
Premier summit to accelerate investments and financing into bankable green hydrogen projects across Africa. Under the theme “Ambition in Action: Fuelling Africa’s Green Industrial Revolution,” the summit will convene heads of state, ministers, industry leaders, investors, and technologists to foster partnerships and drive the continent's green energy agenda. Various sponsorship opportunities exist.
African Energy Week
South Africa, 29 September - 03 October 2025
A premier, week-long continental platform dedicated to accelerating energy investment and fostering strategic collaboration across Africa’s energy value chain. The event brings together policymakers, industry leaders, investors, and innovators to advance dialogue on oil, gas, and renewable energy development, while promoting energy security, local content, and sustainable growth. Namibia plans to continue showcase our abundant energy resources.
International Meetings and Events Exhibition
United States, 07 - 09 October 2025
A leading trade show for the global meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions (MICE) industry, the event provides countries – including Namibia - with a platform to showcase their unique venues, cultural richness, and tourism infrastructure to a diverse and high-level audience of industry professionals. This is an all in one brand Namibia event that will require all hands on deck to showcase the best of Namibia from arts to cuisine to tourism to investments and more, to the world’s top economy with little Namibian penetration
Africa Infrastructure PPP Summit Windhoek
Namibia, 12 - 14 November 2025
Strategic sessions to showcase Namibia's investment and export potential across five target areas: renewable energy, food industry, mining and mineral processing, manufacturing, logistics, education, and tourism. This is an all in one brand Namibia event that will require all hands on deck to showcase the best of Namibia from arts to cuisine to tourism to investments and more to one of the world’s top economy with little Namibian penetration.
Global Africa Hydrogen Summit
China, 5 - 10 November 2025
An international expo aimed at promoting export-ready products and investment opportunities across global markets. The annual event showcases high-potential sectors such as agribusiness, fisheries, mining and critical minerals, green hydrogen and renewable energy, tourism, and manufacturing.
Conference of the Parties 30
Brazil, 10 - 21 November 2025
COP is the largest global climate summit convening world leaders to accelerate climate action. COP30 will be held under the theme “Economy for the Transition.” Annually, NIPDB participates in Namibia’s delegation to COP, coordinated by the Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism and the Environmental Investment Fund. Besides participating at COP, this event provides an opportunity for Namibia to showcase herself to the largest South American economy and use this as a foot in the door to this large market.
European Union-Namibia Business Forum
Namibia, 24-25 March 2026
A strategic platform to deepen trade and investment cooperation between Namibia and the EU. The forum will focus on five priority sectors: green industrialisation, agri-business, automotive manufacturing, cultural and creative industries, and key enablers for trade and investment – laying the foundation for sustainable, mutually beneficial partnerships. This second edition, following the inaugural session hosted in Brussels in October 2023, will be hosted in Namibia and we look forward to hosting many potential business from various EU member states.
Africa Blue Economy Summit
Namibia, March 2026
A continental platform aimed at advancing sustainable marine-based economic development in Namibia and across Africa. The event is set to promote the blue economy as a driver of inclusive growth, innovation, and environmental stewardship through investment, policy dialogue, and regional collaboration.
The Development and Scalability of the MSME Sector
The promotion of local MSMEs is critical for the achievement of the NIPDB’s mission to unlock opportunities that enable a better quality of life for all Namibians. As such, we participate in and carry out a number of capacity building, market access, business advisory and ecosystem optimisation programmes. We invite support in varied forms from the Namibian business and civil community.
Intra-African Trade Fair
Algeria, 04 - 10 September 2025
Pan-African event to boost and facilitate trade and partnerships among African MSMEs. As the sole pan-African business-to-business cross-sector trade fair, IATF offers a unique platform for African buyers and sellers to connect, explore business opportunities, and attract global investors and trade organisations in alignment with AFCFTA goals. Namibia pms to continue hosting a number of MSME at our country Pavillion. Prior participation has yielded benefits including market access for our MSMEs and local products. This is critical if Namibia wants to increase exports to the continent and building on the foundations of the first container exported under AfCFTA during the 2024 year.
ScaleUp Namibia
Namibia, Ongoing
An NIPDB platform for collaborative problem-solving, knowledge sharing, and resource pooling to address the systemic challenges faced by entrepreneurs and innovators. Building a vibrant StartUp and ScaleUp ecosystem is one of the key steps to youth empowerment and new business establishment.
Boosting Skills For Economic Growth
The Talent, Innovation and Productivity (TIP) department at the NIPDB aims to ensure that Namibia possesses adequate and sufficient skills to accommodate new investment, especially in emerging sectors. TIP works closely with various educational institutions and training programs to develop initiatives that will enhance the skills of the local workforce, making the country an attractive destination for investors. Partnerships are welcome to scale the impact of initiatives.
Skills for Trade & Economic Diversification Strategy (Energy Sector)
Namibia, Ongoing
An NIPDB programme, in collaboration with the International Labour Organisation, to foster energy sector-relevant skills to boost to support decent employment creation and economic diversification in Namibia. This program currently applied to the energy sector with aspirations to extent to other priority sectors helps us focus on the demand side of labour and ensure we align efforts in building skills required for this sectors.
Foreign Languages Capacity Building for Foreign Apprenticeships
Namibia, Ongoing
An NIPDB programme to enhance local youth readiness for international apprenticeship opportunities. Currently focussed on the German Apprenticeship Connect, resources are required to upskill Namibian youth in German language proficiency. The cost to B2 proficiency is estimated at N$40,000 per student. Some Namibians have found employment with MCS cruise while others have found apprenticeships in Germany.
Building a Competitive Namibia and Nation Brand
The NIPDB drives strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing Namibia’s business climate through trade and investment-related policy advocacy, global competitiveness benchmarking, and public-private dialogue. As Namibia’s lead investment promotion agency, we actively seek opportunities to engage with global partners to exchange knowledge, adopt best practices, and unlock investment-driven growth. We therefore welcome support from institutions aligned with our mission to advance a more competitive, dynamic, and inclusive economic landscape for all Namibians.
Brand Namibia Campaign
Namibia, Ongoing
A cross-institutional strategic initiative to craft and strengthen Namibia’s nation brand by articulating a cohesive and compelling narrative that reflects the country’s unique identity, values, and competitive advantages. This project aims to position Namibia as a trusted and attractive destination for investment, tourism, and talent by aligning messaging across sectors, showcasing key national assets – including its natural beauty, stability, and innovation potential – and building brand equity in global markets.
Namibia Public-Private Forum (NAMPPF)
Namibia, Ongoing
High-level national platform which NIPDB is facilitating, to foster public-private dialogue on national competitiveness and employment creation. The platform is to be chaired by Her Excellency, the President of the Republic of Namibia.
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