Namibia this week took center stage at the Global Investor Forum held in Cape Town, South Africa, co-hosted by the Investor Leadership Network and Ninety One Asset Management.
The forum, a premier gathering of the world’s largest asset allocators, collectively representing more than US$20 trillion in assets under management, explored emerging market opportunities spanning listed equities and infrastructure projects across the Global South.
Namibia’s delegation included GIPF CEO Martin Inkumbi, Helvi Fillipus, Economic Advisor to the Minister of Finance and Public Enterprises, and Green Hydrogen Commissioner James Mnyupe.
During the opening session, Mnyupe underscored Namibia’s potential as a hub for green industrialization, positioning the country as a key player in the global energy transition.
Forum discussions covered critical topics, including emerging political dynamics, asset allocation strategies, and the transformative role of artificial intelligence in evaluating company valuations. These conversations aimed to equip investors with the insights needed to navigate and capitalize on opportunities in emerging markets.
For Namibia, the forum provided an invaluable platform to align global investment trends with the country’s developmental ambitions. It highlighted opportunities to attract sustainable investments, particularly in green energy and infrastructure, as the nation positions itself for long-term economic growth over the next decade.
The event reinforced Namibia’s vision of becoming a destination of choice for investors seeking high-impact opportunities in the evolving global economy.