Environment

Bank of Namibia Orders Financial Relief for Drought-Stricken Farmers

today29 October, 2024

Background

The Bank of Namibia has directed local financial institutions to establish relief measures designed to support farmers and agricultural businesses facing severe financial difficulties caused by the ongoing drought. BoN’s Director of Strategic Communications and International Relations, Kazembire Zemburuka, explained that this move follows a state of emergency declaration in response to what is described as the worst drought Namibia has experienced in a century, according to The Brief.

Written by: Leonard Witbeen

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