Namibia is set to take centre stage in Canada–Africa commercial relations next year, as the country prepares to host the fifth Canada-Africa Business Conference, a flagship gathering aimed at deepening trade, investment and policy engagement between the two regions.
The conference, convened by the Canada-Africa Chamber of Business, will take place in Windhoek on 5 February 2026, bringing together senior executives, investors, policymakers and institutional partners from Canada, Namibia and across the African continent. Organisers say the programme will place a strong emphasis on mining, energy, infrastructure and sustainable economic development.
Namibia’s selection as host reflects its growing profile as a destination for long-term investment. The country has built a reputation for regulatory certainty, policy stability and sound governance, qualities that have attracted increased interest from international mining and energy companies seeking predictable operating environments.
The conference agenda will feature senior-level panel discussions, sector-specific sessions and private roundtables designed to accelerate investment decisions, promote responsible project development and strengthen partnerships between Namibian businesses and international investors.
John Roos, country manager of B2Gold Namibia, said the event would provide an important forum for practical engagement across the mining value chain. “Namibia has built a strong reputation as a jurisdiction where mining investment can be undertaken responsibly, transparently, and in partnership with government and communities,” he said. “The Canada-Africa Business Conference provides a valuable platform for practical dialogue between operators, investors, and policymakers, helping to advance projects that contribute to long-term national development, which we are pleased to support.”
Canadian participation is expected to be strong, with business leaders highlighting Namibia’s strategic role in the global minerals landscape and the wider economic opportunities that flow from a well-developed mining sector.
Wayne Floreani, co-founder and president of MineAfrica Inc., said Namibia’s appeal extended beyond its mineral endowment. “I’m looking forward to participating in the conference in Namibia because it represents one of Africa’s most compelling investment destinations for the mining sector,” he said. “We have had the pleasure of showcasing Namibia during PDAC in Toronto each year along with Canadian miners active in the country including B2Gold, Koryx Copper, Northern Graphite and Namibia Critical Metals.”
“I look forward to welcoming Canadian companies who wish to join the conference as our guests, by contacting the Chamber or myself directly,” he added.
By hosting the fifth edition of the Canada-Africa Business Conference, Namibia is positioning itself as a regional hub for responsible investment and international business dialogue, while reinforcing commercial ties with Canada’s private sector. Organisers said the event would also be live-streamed, widening access to discussions at a time when global investors are reassessing supply chains and long-term partnerships across Africa.