Dutch renewable energy company TerraWatt has broken ground on its 50MW Astra Farm Solar Project in the Omaheke Region.
Deputy Minister of Industrialisation, Mines and Energy, Gaudentia Kröhne, said the project marks a major step in Namibia’s transition to clean energy.
“This 50MW solar park is not just a power plant; it is a symbol of transition, hope, collaboration, and of Namibia’s ambition to become a leader in renewable energy on the African continent,” Kröhne said.
She said the Astra Farm Solar Park will provide clean and reliable power, create jobs, and boost local economies while advancing Namibia’s climate goals.
Kröhne added that such investments are vital to reducing dependence on fossil fuels, diversifying the economy, and creating opportunities in rural areas.
Kröhne said Namibia has the world’s second-best solar resource, along with strong biomass and wind potential, and urged the private sector to take advantage of these opportunities.
She assured investors that the ministry remains committed to supporting renewable projects through transparent and progressive policies.
“As we break ground on this project, we begin a brighter chapter in Namibia’s energy journey — one that shows an energy-sufficient and sustainable future is within reach,” she said.
Kröhne commended TerraWatt and its partners for choosing Namibia, saying the investment reflects confidence in the country’s institutions, people and natural potential.
She said the project aligns with government’s goal to transform the energy sector and promote inclusive growth under Vision 2030 and the Sixth National Development Plan (NDP6).
