Ruacana Hydropower Key to Namibia's Energy Landscape Amid Import Risks
Ruacana Hydroelectric Power Station accounts for over 70% of Namibia's electricity generation. A decline in water flow from Angola poses risks of increased energy imports and costs, highlighting the station's critical role.
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In March 2026, Namibia's local electricity generation reached 283,738 MWh, with Ruacana Hydropower Station contributing 243,514 MWh, or 85.8%. This represents a recovery from February's generation of only 43.1%, as imports constituted 56.9% of the supply.
The country's energy cost for 2026 is projected at N$5.3 billion, with demand estimated at 3.8 million MWh. The energy regulator is reviewing an application for an 8.4% tariff increase from Nampower. Continued reliance on Ruacana could mitigate import dependency as regional electricity prices remain high.
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