18th Erongo Business & Tourism Expo 2026: Program Schedules
Theme: Fueling Namibia's Future through Innovation, Energy and Sustainable Growth
Dates
October 28-31, 2026
Venue (Official Opening)
Walvis Bay Civic Centre
Duration
4 Full Days
Detailed Schedule
Plan your visit with our comprehensive day-by-day schedule.
Official Opening Ceremony — Wednesday, 28 October 2026
Director of Ceremonies: Ms. Lydia Erastus
Street Parade
Street Parade (Nangolo Mbumba Drive towards Municipality Civic Centre) — 064 MCC Namibia & Namibian Navy Band
Arrival of VIPs, Officials, Diplomats, Invited Guests & Media
Reception and seating of distinguished guests, civic leadership, and media representatives
National & AU Anthems
Namibian National Anthem & African Union Anthem performed by the Namibian Navy Band
Introductory Remarks & Welcoming
Welcoming of H.E. Florence C Bore, EGH, High Commissioner of Kenya to Namibia — Ms. Lydia Erastus (Director of Ceremonies)
Welcome Remarks
Official welcome address by Cllr. Mr. Johannes Shimbilinga (Honourable Mayor of Walvis Bay)
Message of Support — Main Sponsor
Official address by NAMPORT (Main Sponsor)
Message of Support — Strategic Sponsor Partner
Official address by Mr. Tino !Hanabeb (CEO, Erongo RED)
Address & Introduction of Keynote Speaker
Regional address and introduction by Hon. Dr. Nathalia /Goagoses (Governor of Erongo Region & Patron of EBTE)
Keynote Address
Official Keynote Address delivered by Hon. Selma Ashipala-Musavyi (Minister of International Relations and Trade)
Vote of Thanks
Vote of Thanks delivered by Ms. Lydia Erastus (Director of Ceremonies)
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony (Official Opening of the 18th EBTE 2026)
Hon. Minister Selma Ashipala, Hon. Natalia /Goagoses, Cllr. Johannes Shimbilinga, Mr. Cliff Shikuambi (NAMPORT), Mr. Tino !Hanabeb (Erongo RED), assisted by Ms. Desiré Stevens (CEO, EBTE) & Mr. Ulrich Stevens (CEO, EUS Exhibitions & Logistics cc)
VIP Tour & Refreshments
Blue Whale Hotel inside Tourism Hall — VIPs & Dignitaries
Business Symposium — Day 1: Wednesday, 28 October 2026
NAMPORT (Main Sponsor)
Topic: Fueling Namibia's Future through Port Development & Trade | Presenter: TBA
Namibia Green Hydrogen Programme
Topic: The global pursuit of green molecules — Defining Erongo's renewable energy potential | Presenter: Jona Musheko
Coffee Break
Afternoon coffee break and refreshments
October Seafarers United & Land Housing Federation
Topic: Housing | Presenter: Mr. Richard Hoaeb
Osh-Med International
Topic: Practical Guidance on emergency preparedness | Presenter: Mr. Fabian Martens
Telecom Namibia
Topic: Connecting Namibia's Digital Economy | Presenter: TBA
Business Symposium — Day 2: Thursday, 29 October 2026
Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia (CRAN)
Topic: "Who Regulates the Disruptors? Technology's Challenge to Traditional Governance Models" — Synopsis: Examining how digital innovation is reshaping traditional industries and what policymakers and regulators must do to remain responsive in a rapidly evolving technological landscape. | Presenter(s): Brigitte Rieth, Emilia Eino, Lovisa Shilongo
Pupkewitz Megatech
Topic: TBA | Presenter: Raymond Mootseng
Coffee Break
Morning coffee break and refreshments
BRS
Topic: HSE Compliance & Programmes | Presenter: Mr. Herman Engelbrecht
Morning Mist Lodge – Zambia
Topic: About Morning Mist Lodge | Presenter(s): Catherine Chandenda & Nosiku Mukela
Lunch Break
Midday lunch break and networking
Industry Presentation (TBA)
Topic: TBA | Presenter: TBA
International School of Walvis Bay
Topic: TBA | Presenter: Mrs. L Sirakis
Coffee Break
Afternoon coffee break and refreshments
Osh-Med International
Topic: Emergency Medical Response, Occupational Health & Workplace Wellness | Presenter: TBA
FNB Insurance Brokers
Topic: Business Insurance & Safeguarding Against Financial Loss | Presenter: Mr. Harry Rencs
Closing Remarks & Vote of Thanks
Closing Remarks & Vote of Thanks | Presenter: Symposium Moderator (on behalf of Expo CEO)
Business Symposium — Day 3: Friday, 30 October 2026
Author Presentation
Topic: The Reward of Repetition: You Quit. He Didn't. | Presenter: Mr. Darryl Beukes
Scale Investments cc
Topic: Motivational Speaking & Entrepreneurial Skills Development | Presenter: Mr. Foreversun
Walvis Bay Fire Brigade Department
Topic: Emergency Response | Presenter: TBA
Osh-Med International
Topic: Emergency Scenario Demonstration | Presenter: Mr. Fabian Martens