Category: Publications

Namibia’s Nuclear Future: Rethinking Power Through Policy, Precision, and Purpose

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In a world accelerating toward decarbonisation and autonomy, Namibia has a unique card to play: uranium. Not in the usual sense, where we extract, export, and applaud the transactional benefit. That model has run its course. The next phase demands something different. It requires strategic imagination. Repositioning uranium not merely as a commodity, but as […]

Chambers and Partners -Energy: Oil & Gas 2023 Namibia Trends and Development

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We are delighted to be a contributing firm to the Energy: Oil & Gas 2023 with Chambers Global Practice Guide. Our commentary contributed by our Managing Partner, Shakwa Nyambe and Senior Associate, Shafimana Shimakeleni, sheds light on the latest trends and developments in the exciting and ever-evolving oil and gas sector in Namibia. This includes […]

Energy: Oil & Gas 2022 -Trends and Developments

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Introduction The Republic of Namibia – also known as the “Land of the Brave” – is a largely unexplored frontier. The recent offshore discoveries by Total Energies and Shell, as well as the confirmation of a working petroleum system onshore in the Kavango Basin by Reconnaissance Energy Namibia, has now placed Namibia in the limelight; […]

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Local Advice

Elite local advice is crucial for African oil and gas projects, say energy law experts Shakwa Nyambe and Shafimana Shimakeleni, who discussed this need with Craig Sisterson. It’s vital for multinational oil companies operating in African nations like Namibia to work with specialised local firms who deeply understand the energy sector if they want to […]

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Africa Legal Picture Shakwa Nyambe

International energy companies operating in Africa need to understand and adjust to many local legal requirements, and must look carefully at the way applicable laws have been interpreted by local courts and regulators, says Shakwa Nyambe, Managing Director of Namibian firm SNC Incorporated. Namibia is aiming for its first oil output later this decade following […]

Energy: Oil & Gas 2021

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Namibia: Trends & Developments Shakwa Nyambe and Shafimana Shimakeleni SNC Incorporated Trends and Developments Contributed by: Shakwa Nyambe and Shafimana Shimakeleni SNC Incorporated see p.6 The Republic of Namibia, also known as the “Land of the Brave”, is a largely unexplored frontier that has recently attracted interest from major and medium-sized oil companies. To date, […]

COVID-19 UPDATE: NAMIBIA

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COVID-19 UPDATE: NAMIBIA The Government of the Republic of Namibia have acted swiftly to contain the COVID-19 pandemic in Namibia by introducing a number of measures. Namibia registered her first two confirmed cases of COVID-19 on the 13th of March 2020 and on the 17th of March 2020, the Government declared a State of Emergency, […]

Netumbo Nuuyoma

Netumbo Nuuyoma

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Bachelor Degree in Accounting (Namibia)
MSc in General Management (Germany)

Netumbo Nuuyoma joined SNC Incorporated as the Executive Assistant to the Managing Partner in October 2024. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Accounting from the Namibia University of Science and Technology and an MSc in General Management from PFH Private University of Applied Sciences. Since joining the firm, Netumbo has gained practical experience in executive support, project coordination, and financial services. She is known for her adaptability and commitment to building positive relationships that contribute to organizational success. Her role encompasses managing executive calendars, coordinating meetings and travel, preparing financial administration, and handling confidential correspondence.

Olavi Popyeinawa

Olavi Popyeinawa

ATTORNEY (CA)
Dipl. (Arbitration & Dispute Resolution) (Namibia)
LLB (Honours) (Namibia)

Olavi Popyeinawa is a Candidate Attorney at SNC Incorporated, a full service Energy, Natural Resource, Corporate & Commercial and Dispute Resolution law firm based in Windhoek, Namibia. Olavi joined the firm as a legal and communication intern and has since developed his skillsets, where he now brings a unique blend of legal expertise and communication skills to the firm. Olavi previously served as a Columnist at the largest state owned newspaper in Namibia, where he wrote and authored the widely-read column in the New Era Newspaper for half a decade. His insights into critical and social matters attracted thousands of readers. He holds a Bachelor of Law Honours (LLB) degree and a Diploma in Alternative Dispute Resolution, both from the University of Namibia. He is currently enrolled at the Justice Training Center, where he is pursuing his admittance as a Legal Practitioner in the High Court of Namibia.