Namibia Electricity Access
Access to electricity as % of population EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS
Namibia's electricity access was 59.02% in 2025, ranked 189th globally. This represents a 4.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1992–2025.
Overview
Namibia's electricity access stood at 59.02% in 2025, a rise of +2.32pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 59.02% by 2025. Namibia ranked 189th globally.
Namibia’s electricity‑access rate has risen from a low of 26.40 % in 1992 to 59.02 % in 2025, marking the highest level recorded over the 33‑year series and placing the country at 189th in the world. The more than doubling of coverage reflects sustained investment in generation capacity and rural grid extensions, yet the figure remains marginally below that of peers such as Lesotho (61.12 %) and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (61.70 %). The early 1990s trough coincided with limited infrastructure and low electrification budgets, while the recent peak aligns with Namibia’s participation in regional power pools and renewable‑energy projects. Despite the progress, nearly 41 % of the population still lacks reliable electricity, underscoring the need for accelerated off‑grid solutions and private‑sector participation. Continued policy focus on solar mini‑grids and regional interconnections is likely to sustain the upward trajectory and narrow the gap with neighboring countries.
Data & projection
| Year | Electricity Access | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 60.09% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 59.02% | - | - |
| 2025 | 59.02% | +2.32pp | #189 |
| 2023 | 56.70% | +0.50pp | #189 |
| 2022 | 56.20% | +1.00pp | #185 |
| 2021 | 55.20% | +2.90pp | #184 |
| 2020 | 52.30% | −1.00pp | #185 |
| 2019 | 53.30% | +1.00pp | #183 |
| 2018 | 52.30% | −0.20pp | #183 |
| 2017 | 52.50% | +2.80pp | #183 |
| 2016 | 49.70% | −1.90pp | #184 |
| 2015 | 51.60% | +3.20pp | #181 |
| 2014 | 48.40% | +1.00pp | #182 |
| 2013 | 47.40% | +1.00pp | #180 |
| 2012 | 46.40% | +4.10pp | #179 |
| 2011 | 42.30% | −2.10pp | #179 |
| 2010 | 44.40% | +0.30pp | #177 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Namibia matched the Stagflation Risk pattern in 2009. Historically, 38% of countries showing this pattern (117 out of 307) saw electricity access improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Namibia's electricity access was 59.02% in 2025. Ranked 189th globally. This represents a 4.1% increase from the previous year.
Namibia's electricity access peaked at 59.02% in 2025.
The lowest electricity access in Namibia was 26.40% in 1992.
Namibia ranks 189th globally in electricity access as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is EG.ELC.ACCS.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Namibia's electricity access is projected to reach 59.02% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The electricity access of Namibia in 2025 was 59.02%. This ranks 189th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_namibia_electricity-access,
title = {Namibia Electricity Access},
url = {https://historysaid.com/namibia/electricity-access/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}