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Namibia

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Overview

The Department of Mines in the Ministry of Mines and Energy is the department that is responsible for monitoring compliance with all the relevant legislation pertaining to prospecting and mining activities.

Mineral Tenure Types

Tenement types in Namibia are:
  • Exclusive Prospecting Licence
  • Mineral Deposit Retention Licence
  • Mining Claims
  • Mining Licence
  • Non-Exclusive Prospecting Licence
  • Reconnaissance Licence

References and Legislation