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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

Disaster Risk Reduction

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Africa

Africa Solidifies Commitment to Disaster Risk Reduction with Windhoek Declaration

The 9th Africa Regional Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction culminated in the adoption of the Windhoek Declaration, reaffirming Africa's dedication to the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030 over the next three years. With participation from over 800 delegates across the continent, the platform focused on critical topics such as risk governance, financing strategies, and the effects of the El Niño phenomenon. Key discussions underscored the need for increased […]

todayOctober 28, 2024 7

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The 9th Africa Regional Platform adopts the Windhoek Declaration

  After three days of discussions, the 9th Africa Regional Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction concluded with the adoption of the Windhoek Declaration on advancing the Programme of Action for the Implementation of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030 in Africa. This ambitious document sets the direction for the next three years, reinforcing Africa’s commitment to reducing disaster risks and building resilience across the continent. The Regional Platform […]

todayOctober 28, 2024 12

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Namibia

Government Unveils N$1.6 Billion Drought Relief Initiative Amid Ongoing Funding Shortfall

Government has introduced a comprehensive nationwide drought relief initiative estimated at N$1.6 billion to aid communities affected by the severe impacts of drought. However, according to The Breif, a funding gap of N$482 million still exists. During her address at the Africa Regional Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction, Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila emphasized this financial shortfall. The ongoing drought has severely impacted Namibia's agriculture and livestock sectors, resulting in significant […]

todayOctober 23, 2024 9

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Windhoek hosts disaster risk reduction conference 

The 9th Africa Regional Platform and 8th High-Level Meeting on Disaster Risk Reduction will be held from 22 to 24 October. As Africa faces ongoing droughts, severe flooding, and cyclones, policymakers, and disaster experts will meet in Windhoek to address these issues. Here's Rhingo Mutambo, Chief Public Relations Officer in the Office of the Prime Minister.  

todayOctober 21, 2024 23

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