GEOLOGICAL SURVEY
OF NAMIBIA

Earth Sciences for Namibia's sustainable development

Economic Geology
Geochemistry
Engineering & Environment

Regional Mapping
Geophysics
Remote Sensing

Information Technology
Library & Museum
Cartography & Publishing

Applied Geoscience Division

The Applied Geoscience Division goal is to enhance knowledge and awareness of Namibia's geological resources through scientific investigation.  This is achieved through maintaining the mineral sector's contribution to the economy through application and dissemination of quality scientific data and promoting sustainable development by providing an enabling environment conductive to the optimum utilisation of Namibia's geological resources.

Jetbelt sawing at the Palisandro Marble Quarry near Karibib

• Economic Geology Subdivision

Primary function of the Economic Geology Subdivision is the provision of meaningful geotechnical information on the mineral occurrences of Namibia.

• Geochemistry Subdivision

The subdivision provides chemical and mineralogical analytical services to both the Namibian Government and private clients.

• Engineering & Environmental Geology Subdivision

The newly established soil mechanics laboratory has added a further dimension to this subdivision which provides technical expertise in all aspects of engineering and environmental geology.