Namibia Export Data 2026 Top 10 Exports & Trading Partners
Overview of Namibia's export performance, key commodities, major markets, and trade trends in 2026
H1 2026: N$67.2 Billion in Exports
N$67.2B
+7.6%
N$12.9B
H1 2026 Exports
YoY Growth
June 2026
Up from N$64.1B in H1 2025
N$3.1 billion increase year-on-year
+1.2% MoM, strongest monthly value
Growth was driven by rising uranium demand from China, strong mining commodity performance, and higher-value mineral shipments. May 2026 saw a sharp +25.9% MoM rebound after April's N$9.9B dip (−7.7% YoY).
Top 5 Export Commodities Mining Dominates The top five commodities contributed 65.5% of Namibia's total exports in 2026, highlighting the country's dependence on mining and marine resources. • Uranium leads at 22.3% • Fish is the top non-mineral at 11.4% • Diamonds and gold each hold 10.8%
Uranium: Namibia's Export 22.3% of Exports
China Demand
Largest single commodity by
China's expanding nuclear
share in May 2026
energy sector is the primary buyer
Global Producer Namibia remains one of the world's leading uranium producers
Key Takeaway: Uranium demand has become the biggest factor shaping Namibia's export performance in 2026.
Other Major Export Commodities
Fish — 1 1.4%
Diamonds — 1 0.8%
Gold & Nickel — 18.5%
shipped to European and African
buyers include Botswana, the US,
nickel ore supports regional mineral
markets.
and Hong Kong.
supply chains.
Second-largest export, mainly
Long-established sector. Major
Gold exports linked with South Africa;
Together with uranium, these five commodities represent 65.5% of Namibia's total exports.
China Becomes Namibia's Top Export Market A Shifting Landscape China has overtaken South Africa as Namibia's leading export destination, driven mainly by uranium demand. China's share ranged between 25.2% and 32% during 2026, reflecting a rapidly growing trade relationship. • South Africa remains a key regional partner at 18.7% • Zambia and Botswana each hold double-digit shares
Exports Reach 101 International Markets
Diversified Global Reach Namibia maintains a broad customer base, exporting to 101 markets as of May 2026. African markets accounted for 42.4% of total export value. South Africa
Zambia & Botswana
DRC & Zimbabwe
Leading African destination
Strong regional partners
Key African markets
Trade Balance: Growth Despite Deficit Deficit Narrows Namibia recorded a trade deficit of N$3.1 billion in May 2026, improved from N$4.4B in April 2026. May 2025 had a small surplus of N$115M. Mining and quarrying generated N$6.6 billion in May exports, but imports continue to outpace export earnings. Export earnings are growing, but high import levels maintain the deficit.
Three Drivers of Export Growth 1
Rising Uranium Demand
China's nuclear energy expansion continues to drive uranium exports — the single biggest factor in 2026.
2
Strong Mining Performance Diamonds, gold, nickel, and uranium account for the majority of export earnings.
3
Changing Trade Partnerships China's growing importance is reshaping Namibia's export landscape, while South Africa remains a major regional partner.
Namibia's Export Outlook 2026 N$67.2B
22.3%
H1 2026 exports, up 7.6% YoY
Uranium's share — top export commodity
65.5%
China #1
Top 5 commodities' combined export share
Largest export destination, driven by uranium
Final Insight: Namibia's export future depends on mining strength, sustained uranium demand, and expanding global trade data partnerships — despite ongoing trade deficit pressures from high imports.