About Us
Namibia Grape Company (NGC) is a leading grape producer in Namibia, located on the banks of the Orange River.
Rooted in Namibia, Growing with Purpose
Namibia Grape Company was established in 1998 with a bold vision: to unlock Namibia’s agricultural potential while delivering meaningful socio-economic upliftment. The farm was developed as a public enterprise with a commercial mandate, designed to run as a profitable table grape operation while supporting job creation and skills development in southern Namibia.
Namibian Grapes
Ownership and Strategic Mandate
NGC is fully owned by the Namibian government through the National Youth Service, with its operations guided by a dual focus on commercial performance and rural development. The company exists not only to grow world-class grapes but also to empower communities and build capacity in a region where formal employment opportunities are limited.
Size and Expansion Potential
The NGC production unit spans a total of 475 hectares, These vineyards produce high-quality seedless grapes for export during the early Southern Hemisphere season. The remaining land on the unit offers opportunities for future expansion, both through additional planting and infrastructure development. The proximity to water, availability of labour, and access to existing cold chain logistics make this a highly scalable operation.
Our Team
Board of Directors and Management
NGC is fully owned by the Namibian government through the National Youth Service, with its operations guided by a dual focus on commercial performance and rural development. The company exists not only to grow world-class grapes but also to empower communities and build capacity in a region where formal employment opportunities are limited.
Our People
The People Behind the Produce
Namibia Grape Company is one of the largest agricultural employers in the //Kharas Region, with a seasonal workforce that grows to over 1700 people during harvest time. A growing number of permanent positions support the year-round operations of the farm and packhouse.
Local Roots, Regional Impact
Our employees come from all over Namibia and include nearby communities of Aussenkehr, Noordoewer, Karasburg, Rosh Pinah, and Keetmanshoop, as well as more remote rural areas where economic opportunities are limited. Many are youth and women, who find not only income but career growth and technical skills through their work at NGC.
This job creation is not only significant for individual families. It plays a vital role in stabilising local economies, increasing migration in Aussenkehr., and improving access to education, and healthcare in the region.
NGC also provides skills development, mentoring, and agricultural training, preparing our team for more specialised roles and leadership opportunities within the business.
Local Roots, Regional Impact
NGC is fully owned by the Namibian government through the National Youth Service, with its operations guided by a dual focus on commercial performance and rural development. The company exists not only to grow world-class grapes but also to empower communities and build capacity in a region where formal employment opportunities are limited.
Partnership with Capespan
NGC operates in close strategic partnership with Capespan, a leading international fruit company based in South Africa. Capespan provides critical marketing, export logistics, and technical support to ensure that NGC grapes meet the highest global standards.
The partnership between NGC and Capespan began in 2007, initially with Capespan serving solely as a marketing agent. In 2008, the relationship evolved into a long-term strategic alliance through a 20-year agreement covering both marketing and management functions.
Today, the partnership is governed by an extended agreement that runs through to 2045, with both parties jointly taking on operational risks and sharing profits and losses on a 51/49% basis. This enduring collaboration has significantly strengthened NGC’s access to key international markets and continues to drive mutual growth and success.
