Staff Writer
The third Namibia Oil and Gas Conference (NOGC 2025) will introduce a half-day programme aimed at preparing young Namibians for careers in the country’s energy sector.
The new initiative, Future Generations Masterclass, was launched in partnership with the Namibia Youth Energy Forum (NYEF). It designed to equip students, graduates, and young professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate the evolving oil and gas industry.
The conference, which runs from 12 to 15 August in Windhoek, is themed “From Exploration to Action – Positioning Namibia as the Next Energy Frontier”.
It will feature global energy leaders, investors, policymakers, and innovators.
This year’s edition has doubled its exhibition space to meet increasing interest and offers a wider networking programme to promote collaboration and growth.
The masterclass is a central part of the conference’s broader mission to create inclusive and sustainable career pathways in the energy sector.
Participants will explore job opportunities, engage directly with industry experts, and build key leadership and technical skills.
Session one of the masterclass focuses on fostering leadership and career growth for young professionals in Africa’s oil and gas sector.
The session will look at career trends, leadership development, and skill-building through mentorship and training. It will also tackle industry challenges such as market volatility, sustainability requirements, and digital transformation.
Session two features mentoring and inspirational talks. Experienced professionals from Namibia’s energy industry will share personal career journeys and lessons learnt, offering practical guidance to those entering the field.
“Our goal is to foster a vibrant ecosystem where young Namibians can see themselves as future leaders of the energy industry,” said Jason Kasuto, chairperson of the Economic Association of Namibia (EAN), which is hosting the event.
He said partnering with the NYEF ensures we are not only inspiring the next generation but equipping them with the right skills and networks to contribute meaningfully to the country’s energy future.
The Namibia Oil and Gas Conference is hosted by EAN in partnership with the Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board (NIPDB) and the Hanns Seidel Foundation.
Strategic partners include the National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (Namcor), Rhino Resources, and SNC Incorporated.
The event is officially endorsed by the ministry of industry, mines and energy.
