The HyIron plant, inaugurated in Namibia, is a significant milestone in the implementation of the 2022 Memorandum of Understanding between the EU and Namibia. It represents the first zero-emissions iron production facility in Africa, powered by green hydrogen technology. The plant, a collaboration between German and Namibian companies, aims to produce green iron and directed reduced iron (DRI). With the largest electrolyser in Southern Africa, the plant is a key player in the EU-Namibia strategic partnership on green hydrogen. The inauguration ceremony was attended by high-profile figures, including Namibia’s President, the EU Ambassador, and the Namibian Minister of Industries. The HyIron plant is set to create significant impact, producing two million tonnes of green iron annually, reducing 3.6 million tonnes of CO2 emissions, and generating thousands of jobs in construction and permanent roles. The project highlights Namibia's potential to attract investments and create a sustainable energy system while contributing to the country's green transition. Supported by EU investments and partnerships with Germany and the Netherlands, the HyIron plant showcases the commitment to scaling up renewable energy projects in Africa. The project also emphasizes job creation, with over 60 Namibian enterprises and 400 jobs created during the initial phase. The EU's Global Gateway investment strategy, aligned with the 'Scaling up Renewables in Africa' campaign, aims to mobilize public and private investments to drive Africa's clean energy transition. Through partnerships and financial contributions, the HyIron plant exemplifies the potential for sustainable development and climate resilience in Namibia and across the continent.