Namibia: Delayed work permits stall oil and gas sector – Business

A growing backlog of work permits at the ministry of home affairs is threatening to slow down the oil and gas boom, with companies in the sector expressing concern over the lengthy approval process.

Industry players say delays in securing permits for foreign specialists, and general work permits are holding back critical projects, increasing costs, and shaking investor confidence.

Energy consultant Ian Coffee on social media warns that Namibia risks missing a historic opportunity if…