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Rising fuel prices place pressure on mining sector
The Chamber of Mines of Namibia has noted that rising fuel prices are increasing cost pressures for the mining sector, highlighting the importance of continued efficiency improvements and the adoption of innovative energy solutions to maintain competitiveness.
Windhoek Observer15 Jun 2026, 04:20 am

CHAMWE KAIRA

The Chamber of Mines of Namibia has noted that rising fuel prices are increasing cost pressures for the mining sector, highlighting the importance of continued efficiency improvements and the adoption of innovative energy solutions to maintain competitiveness.
According to the latest Monthly Mining Update for May, Namibia’s mining sector remains cautiously optimistic, supported by strong uranium and gold prices and the continued development of several mining projects.

Originally published by Windhoek Observer on 15 Jun 2026, 04:20 am. View original article

