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

Environment

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Namibia

Environment Ministry Warns Against Killing Protected Carmine Bee-Eaters

The Environment, Forestry and Tourism ministry has issued a warning against killing carmine bee-eater birds. Ministry spokesperson Romeo Muyunda condemned a recent incident in the Kavango regions where these birds were killed, calling it a "barbaric act." He emphasized the importance of these migratory birds, which breed in Namibia and contribute significantly to tourism, benefiting the social and economic development of rural communities. The ministry is currently investigating the incident.

todaySeptember 30, 2024 20

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Hippos stranded in Zambezi region due to severe drought

Over 130 hippos are currently stranded in the muddy waters of Munambeza Pond in the Zambezi Region, as the region continues to face the devastating effects of a prolonged drought. Munambeza, located along the Chobe River bordering Botswana, is the third pond where hippos have become trapped due to drying water sources. To date, five hippos have already died. Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism spokesperson, Romeo Muyunda, confirmed the […]

todaySeptember 26, 2024 7

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Namibia

Government Boosts Human-Wildlife Conflict Compensation Payments

The Environment, Forestry and Tourism ministry has announced an increase in compensation payments under the human-wildlife conflict self-reliance scheme, effective September 1 this year. MEFT Minister Pohamba Shifeta revealed that permanent disability payments will rise from N$50,000 to N$100,000, while compensation for injuries without body part losses will increase from N$10,000 to N$15,000. Payments for injuries with body part losses will go up from N$30,000 to N$40,000. Livestock and crop […]

todayAugust 13, 2024 21

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City of Windhoek warns of heightened risk of veld fires

The City of Windhoek says that most veld fires are caused by people and are preventable. With Namibia experiencing a drought, the City’s spokesperson, Lydia Amutenya, has advised residents in fire-prone areas to avoid actions that could lead to the destruction of the environment and property damage.

todayJuly 3, 2024 31

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Namibia

Forestry Ministry Condoles Families After Two Men Killed by Elephants in Omusati and Zambezi Regions

The Environment, Forestry, and Tourism ministry has extended condolences to the families of Gert Van der Walt and Albert Kawayile, who were trampled to death by elephants in separate incidents. Van der Walt, a professional hunter, was killed in Tsandi Constituency, while Kawayile, a ministry employee, was attacked on his way to work in the Zambezi region. The ministry emphasized their significant roles in natural resource conservation and human-wildlife conflict […]

todayJune 19, 2024 37 3

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Oshiwambo

Elunduluko lo nghalo yo mepo, ola eta oupyakadi ko nghalo yo ushitwe, Pohamba Shifeta tati”

Minister wo midingonoko,  omifitu no matalelepo  Pohamba Shifeta,  okwati onghalo yo upyakadi we lu nduluko lo mepo oshinima sha eta eshongo ke ameno lo midingonoko . Shifeta  edi okwe di popya no ikundaneki pefimbo ali aka ta lelapo oshikunino sho inamwenyo sha Salambala tashi hangwa moshikandjo hoololo sha Katima Rural mo shitopolwa sha Zambezi,  omo tamu hangwa eendjabameva di dulife 100, da pundila mo nopo,  omolwo ondjila yo makungulukilo omeva […]

todayJune 18, 2024 15

Africa

Africa’s green bond market is booming – report

      By Bonface Orucho, bird story agency     Green bonds are experiencing robust growth in Africa as governments, corporations, and financial institutions recognize their potential to fund sustainable projects. A new report shows green bond issuances in Africa jumped 125% last year, hitting US$1.4 billion from US$600 million in 2022. The report, ‘Emerging Market Green Bonds’ by the International Finance Corporation and Amundi, a European asset manager […]

todayJune 3, 2024 23

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Health risks at home: a study in six African countries shows how healthy housing saves children’s lives

The WHO has developed guidelines outlining the attributes of healthy housing. These include structural soundness, as well as access to a local community that enables social interactions. Healthy housing protects inhabitants from the effects of disasters, pollution, waste and extreme heat or cold. It provides a feeling of home, including a sense of belonging, security and privacy. Health risks in the home environment are important to think about because of […]

todayMarch 26, 2024 37

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