environmental protection

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Business / Economics

NamCor Engages Stakeholders on Offshore Venus Project

  NamCor and its partners are conducting the second consultation for the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment of the Offshore Venus Field, located 320 kilometers southwest of Lüderitz. NamCor's Paulo Coelho emphasized that the engagement is part of Namibia’s legal environmental assessment requirements and seeks to involve communities and stakeholders in evaluating potential project impacts.

today24 October, 2025

Namibia

Ambassador Bohlke-Moller meets Speaker Kuugongelwa-Amadhila for bilateral talks

Ambassador-designate to France, Sabine Bohlke-Möller, paid a courtesy visit to National Assembly Speaker Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila to discuss ways the two countries can work together. The talks looked at renewable energy, education, technical support, and reducing plastic pollution. Speaker Kuugongelwa-Amadhila also pointed out that there is a need for peaceful, multilateral solutions to global conflicts, saying that dialogue and diplomacy remain key to keeping stability around the world. Both sides agreed […]

today6 October, 2025

Business / Economics

CRAN Pushes for Safer Digital Future

The Communications Regulatory Authority says it's prioritizing regulatory effectiveness to ensure a safer and more sustainable digital space. As part of this drive, CRAN is promoting a responsible electronic waste disposal plan to protect public health, the environment, and support the digital economy, says spokesperson Jairus Kapenda.

today23 July, 2025

World

India’s Top Court Issues Notice To Ministries Over Climate Change

An eight year old's petition in India's Supreme Court could lead to a re-evaluation of the country's environment protection laws. The Apex court has sent notices to eight federal ministries accusing them of not working together to battle what it called an existential global predicament. Ishan Garg tells us more from New Delhi. E

today5 March, 2025

Namibia

Namibia Takes a Stand at the International Court of Justice on Climate Change

Namibia is making strides on the global stage, as it participates in the International Court of Justice’s proceedings on climate change. The Justice Ministry's Public Relations official Edmund //Khoaseb says, the country’s oral statement on its legal obligations regarding greenhouse gas emissions will be presented, highlight Namibia's commitment to climate justice and the protection of its environment.  

today11 December, 2024

Business / Economics

Windhoek High-level conference aims to boost Namibia-EU trade

A high-level conference in Windhoek is focused on boosting trade between Namibia and the EU through sustainable practices and regulatory alignment. Key discussions include EU regulations on carbon reduction, corporate sustainability, and environmental protection, with strategies for Namibian compliance. Michael Humavindu the executive director at the National Planning Commission.  

today8 November, 2024

Local

Inauguration of New UNAM Facilities in Katima Mulilo for Wildlife Management and Tourism Studies

In the bilateral cooperation between the Governments of the Republic of Namibia and the Federal Republic of Germany, it was agreed, among others, to support the environment and tourism sector. Germany, through KfW Development Bank, provided financial support to extend the UNAM Katima Mulilo Campus. The cooperation included the development of related academic and research programs and the construction of the Department of Wildlife Management and Tourism Studies. On 5th […]

today6 November, 2024

Business / Economics

Strengthening Of Namibia-EU Trade At High-Level Conference in Windhoek

A high-level conference focused on enhancing trade relations between Namibia and the European Union through sustainability and regulatory alignment will be held in Windhoek on November 7 and 8 at Droombos. The two-day event will address EU regulations impacting Namibian exports, with key discussions on carbon reduction, corporate sustainability, and environmental protection to enhance market access for Namibian goods in Europe.

today6 November, 2024

South Africa

ActionSA Applauds Minister Dion George’s Acknowledgment of Cape Town Sewage Crisis

ActionSA has expressed support for Minister Dion George's recognition of the Cape Town sewage crisis, revealing that a criminal investigation has begun due to the city's discharge of over 30 million litres of untreated sewage into coastal waters daily. This acknowledgment follows ActionSA's criticisms of the city's failure to adhere to environmental regulations, with party representative Michael Beaumont emphasizing the serious public health and ecological risks posed by these actions. […]

today6 November, 2024