By Viren Sookhun, MD for Africa and Middle East at Workforce Staffing Saudi Arabia has set ambitious targets in its drive to secure a sustainable energy future, with plans to generate up to 600GW of renewable energy in the next few decades. This vision encompasses massive solar installations across the desert, large-scale wind projects along

By Julien Karambua, Country Manager at Workforce Staffing Namibia Namibia’s aim to become a world leader in green hydrogen is accelerating, with major projects planned for the ǁKharas Region and other high-resource areas. The country’s abundant sunshine, strong coastal winds, and strategic export position have already attracted international investment, particularly around Lüderitz, where large-scale renewable

By Donne Nieman, Sales Director at Workforce Staffing From November through to January, South Africa’s manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, and retail sectors face their most demanding period of the year. Between Black Friday, the festive season and back to school, volumes can double almost overnight. Factory lines must run at full tilt, warehouses need to process

A feature in Forbes Namibia Africa Undiscovered Series Aug/Sept 2025 Edition Namibia’s energy transition depends on a workforce ready to lead, build, and export expertise. Namibia is on the cusp of a new economic chapter. Oil discoveries, green hydrogen, and solar energy projects promise growth, but technology alone won’t unlock it. The key lies with

By Julien Karambua, Country Manager at Workforce Staffing Namibia Namibia is poised to become a key supplier in the global energy transition with discoveries of critical minerals like lithium, gold and uranium. While this presents a significant opportunity for economic advancement, ensuring that this growth is sustainable, requires a considered approach. There is currently a

By Julien Karambua, Country Manager at Workforce Staffing Namibia The introduction of a national minimum wage in Namibia is a landmark in the country’s economic and social journey. While its implementation poses challenges for businesses in the short term, the long-term benefits for the economy, communities, and social equity far outweigh these initial hurdles. This

By Julien Karambua, Country Manager at Workforce Staffing Namibia Namibia stands at the forefront of a transformative energy revolution, positioning itself as a global leader in green hydrogen production. With abundant renewable energy resources and strategic proximity to European and US markets, the country is uniquely placed to drive sustainable economic growth. However, realising this

By Julien Karambua, Country Manager at Workforce Staffing Namibia Namibia’s mining sector, a cornerstone of the country’s economy, is undergoing a significant resurgence, particularly around uranium and gold mining. However, while the potential for growth is significant, the sector faces several challenges that must be addressed to ensure sustained progress and stability. Volatility in commodity