Loxworth Capital is set to expand its flagship agricultural investment, Namibia Berries, with a 100-hectare extension of its hydroponic farming operations supported by Invest International.
Currently, 90 hectares are under production, with a further 30 hectares being prepared.
Founder and CEO Michael Rodenburg said the expansion will boost productivity and benefit local communities through clean water, solar power, and employment opportunities, while developing new agricultural skills across the Kavango East Region.
“Our focus has always been on building long-term, sustainable enterprises that create opportunity where it’s most needed. Namibia Berries shows how aligned vision, responsible finance, and on-the-ground commitment can transform a region,” Rodenburg said.
Situated along the banks of the Kavango River, the expansion will strengthen the project’s capacity to produce high-quality berries year-round and advance sustainable farming systems tailored for Namibia’s arid conditions.
The project, launched in 2021, has already attracted over N$200 million in shareholder investment, with Phase 1(b) completed in January 2025.
In July, Standard Bank Namibia provided N$40 million in funding to the project, split equally between working capital and capital expenditure. Earlier, in August 2024, Eos Capital, through its Euphrates Agri Fund, acquired a 15% stake in the company to support its growth.
The farm produces export-grade fruit and includes a cooling facility to ensure post-harvest handling meets international standards. It also runs training and skills development programmes for local workers and focuses on sustainability through water management, solar power, and community engagement.
Once fully developed, the Namibia Berries project is expected to cost more than N$1 billion.
