Shell is set to begin a new exploration drilling campaign in 2026 in Namibia's Orange Basin. This comes as Namibia positions itself as the next energy frontier, with significant oil and gas discoveries in recent years. The country is attracting major international interest, with companies like Galp Energia also making significant finds.

However, challenges remain. Shell's country chair, Eduardo Rodriguez, has emphasized the need for "trust" and "open dialogue" between oil and gas companies and the Namibian government to overcome the hurdles of developing resources in a frontier play.