Johannes Mbundu is a pioneering leader in Namibia’s energy sector, recognized as the nation’s first Petroleum Engineer. With over 12 years of hands-on experience in the oil and gas industry, Johannes has played a key role in advancing Namibia’s petroleum capabilities both locally and abroad.
He began his distinguished career with the Ministry of Mines and Energy (Petroleum Affairs), before joining NAMCOR in 2015, where he currently serves as Senior Petroleum Engineer. Johannes holds an MSc in Petroleum Engineering from Ufa State Petroleum Technological University in Russia (2012), as well as an MSc in Petroleum Production Engineering from the University of Leeds in the United Kingdom (2017).
His career spans significant projects across Namibia and internationally—including assignments in Tanzania, Spain, the North Sea, Kazakhstan, and Russia—cultivating deep technical expertise, practical skills, and a global perspective. As Chairperson of the Society of Petroleum Engineers Windhoek Section, Johannes continues to champion engineering excellence and innovation within the industry