Namibia Celebrates World Food Day 2024, Highlighting the Right to Foods and Collective Action
16/10/2024
Gobabis, Namibia – Namibia commemorated World Food Day 2024, co-organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform (MAWLR).
The event, he...
FAO and Japanese Embassy Delegation Visit Resilience-Building Agriculture Projects in Ohangwena Region
27/09/2024
Eenhana, Namibia - A delegation from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Embassy of Japan in Namibia, led by His Excellency Ambassador Hisao Nishimaki,...
FAO set to empower small-scale fishers with post-harvest training and market access
06/09/2024
Katima Mulilo, Namibia - Under the second phase of the “Implementing the Small-Scale Fisheries Guidelines for gender-equitable and climate-resilient food systems and livelihoods” sub-program, the Food and Agriculture Organization of...
FAO, CABI and MAWLR Partner to Strengthen Phytosanitary Capacity in Namibia
29/08/2024
Windhoek, Namibia - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in collaboration with the Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International (CABI) and the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land...
FAO and Government of Japan Enhance Farmers' Climate Resilience with Agri-Tools and Irrigation Systems
02/08/2024
Nkurenkuru, Namibia - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform and with the generous support of...
Pilot plant health clinic launched in Kavango East Region
04/07/2024
Rundu, Kavango East Region - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in partnership with the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform (MAWLR) and the Centre for...
Namibia launches Tripartite One Health National Strategy 2024 – 2028
19/06/2024
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) joined various stakeholders in launching Namibia’s Tripartite One Health National Strategy 2024–2028. This strategic initiative signifies the country’s commitment to...
FAO donates cold storage rooms to enhance Namibia's veterinary services
13/06/2024
Nkurenkuru, Kavango West – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has made a significant contribution to strengthening Namibia's veterinary services and improving livestock health in the...
FAO and NCRST launch Namibia's first Bioeconomy Strategy
06/06/2024
Windhoek, Namibia - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) recently joined the National Commission on Research, Science, and Technology (NCRST) to officially launch Namibia’s very first...
Namibia edges closer to strengthening its agricultural data
19/04/2024
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in collaboration with the Namibia Statistics Agency (NSA), and key stakeholders, recently held a successful validation workshop for the Strategic...
Cattle: The lifeblood of Namibian farmers
17/04/2024
For generations, cattle haven't simply grazed the vast Namibian landscapes; they've been the very foundation upon which countless families and communities have built their lives. These animals are more than...
Japan’s contribution to enhance Namibia’s food security and nutrition with new funding
15/04/2024
Windhoek – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the World Health Organization (WHO) recently, in collaboration with the Embassy of Japan in Namibia and the...
FAO supports Namibia's animal health vaccination campaign
20/03/2024
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is providing support to the Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) within the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform (MAWLR)...
FAO Sub-Regional Coordinator for Southern Africa calls for strengthened collaboration for resilient agrifood systems on first visit to Namibia
18/03/2024
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Sub-Regional Coordinator for Southern Africa (SRC/SFS), Dr. Patrice Talla, recently undertook a working visit to Namibia. This timely mission aimed...
FAO boosts food security in Ohangwena and Zambezi regions with handover of agri tools and irrigation systems
15/03/2024
In a significant effort to enhance local communities' resilience and bolster food security, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) recently symbolically handed over agricultural equipment and...
Capacitating southern-based farmers to improve food security and build resilience
15/03/2024
Mariental, Namibia – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) partnered with the Namibia National Farmers Union (NNFU) and the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform...
MAWLR delegation explores agricultural best practices in Malawi
15/02/2024
Lilongwe, Malawi – In a collaborative initiative led by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) country offices in Namibia and Malawi, a delegation of 31 agricultural...
Updating legislation for a safer, more sustainable agricultural sector
06/02/2024
Windhoek, Namibia - A diverse group of stakeholders gathered in Windhoek from December 5-8, 2023 for a crucial validation workshop on draft bills aimed at modernizing Namibia's legal frameworks for...
Building a data-driven future for Namibian agriculture
05/02/2024
Windhoek, Namibia — Accurate data, empowered communities, and a thriving agricultural sector—that's the vision emerging from the recently held Strategic Plan for Agriculture and Rural Statistics (SPARS) Assessment Findings Workshop....
Karangana Poultry Project thrives
09/01/2024
Bunya, Namibia - In 2020, Namibia faced a menacing wave of locust outbreaks that exacerbated the already dire food insecurity situation in the country. As many farming communities battled the...