Answer extracted from The Namibia Oil and Gas Podcast — listen to the full episode below.
When and where is the Oratus Novi Oil & Gas Edition debate competition scheduled?
The Oratus Novi Oil & Gas Edition debate competition is scheduled for 18 and 19 September 2026 at Yanmor Secondary School, held under the theme NDP-6 and the Energy Sector. The event centers on exploring youth perspectives in national resource development, positioning young voices at the forefront of Namibia's energy policy debate.
Youth engagement at the center of resource debates
The Oratus Novi Oil & Gas Edition represents a strategic initiative to bring young perspectives into Namibia's critical energy conversations. By hosting the debate at a secondary school setting, the competition directly engages students with industry-relevant topics, creating a platform for emerging leaders to articulate their views on the nation's resource management and development priorities.
The two-day format—spanning 18 and 19 September—allows for comprehensive debate coverage and meaningful exchange between competing teams. This timing positions the competition as part of a broader momentum in Namibia's energy sector, as discussed in The Namibia Oil and Gas Podcast episode.
Yanmor Secondary School's selection as host venue underscores the importance of integrating educational institutions into industry-led dialogue. This approach bridges the gap between classroom learning and real-world energy sector challenges, equipping students with practical knowledge of Namibia's developmental agenda.
Aligning with Namibia's broader energy transition agenda
The NDP-6 (Namibia's Sixth National Development Plan) theme demonstrates how this debate directly feeds into official government priorities. Young debaters will examine topics aligned with Namibia's energy diversification, local content requirements, and sustainable resource management—issues that shape the nation's economic future.
For more context on how Namibia's energy sector is evolving, including recent investments and policy shifts, explore the detailed full episode coverage on Listenly.
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