Opuwo Slaughterhouse to Be Upgraded into Modern Abattoir

Opuwo Slaughterhouse to Be Upgraded into Modern Abattoir

The Agriculture ministry has revealed plans to upgrade the existing Opuwo slaughterhouse into a fully functional abattoir. This development aims to enable local farmers in the Kunene region to slaughter cattle and small stock within the region. The upgraded facility will feature dedicated slaughter lines for both cattle and small stock, enhancing operational efficiency and providing a local market for small stock. The announcement was made by Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata, Executive […]

December 16, 2024 15

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NBL PIONEERS INDUSTRY BEST PRACTICES FOR WATER AGENDA

Namibia Breweries Limited (NBL) presented at the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform’s Khomas Stakeholder Awareness Workshop on Water Resources Management recently held in Windhoek from 29-30 October 2024. As a leading beverage company, NBL is working closely with key industry partners to tackle water conservation in Namibia amidst the ongoing drought. “We are actively engaging with the Ministry of Water Affairs, the City of Windhoek […]

October 30, 2024 12

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Namibia

Importation of livestock not ceased: MAWLR

The Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform has clarified that the exportation of live cattle (weaners/young cattle) to South Africa (SA) has not ceased as per recent rumours in the public arena. In a media statement issued on Friday by the ministry, it said anyone wishing to export live cattle to SA should apply for the South African Veterinary Import Permit. The statement indicated that all […]

July 12, 2024 24 1

Namibia

Namibia lifts ban on poultry imports from South Africa

The Directorate of Veterinary Services under the Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform has lifted its ban on poultry meat imports from South Africa. According to Chief Veterinary Officer Albertina Shilongo, only poultry meat originating from bio-secure poultry farms will be permitted to be imported into Namibia. Namibia is reported to consume an estimated 2,500 tons of chicken every month, relying mainly on imports from South Africa.

May 20, 2024 31

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Department of Water Affairs to monitor pollution

The Department of Water Affairs within the Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform will be conducting a water resource quality and pollution control monitoring investigation in the Windhoek jurisdiction between May 20 and May 24. This is a routine inspection to ensure compliance with regulations. Here is the City of Windhoek's spokesperson Lydia Amutenya.

May 16, 2024 41

Namibia

Shadikongoro Irrigation Green Scheme Generates N$7 Million Income, Plans Sunflower Oil Production

During the 2023 cropping season, the Shadikongoro Irrigation Green Scheme Project in the Kavango East Region yielded an income of N$7 million, with N$3.5 million in profit, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform's Executive Director Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata. The project aims to produce cooking oil from sunflowers, with 24 hectares planted to revive the sunflower processing facility. An additional 16 hectares of sunflowers from the Sikondo Green […]

May 8, 2024 55

Environment

Namibia stops Russian uranium exploration because of pollution concerns

Namibia has suspended Russia's state atomic energy agency's uranium exploration due to fears of groundwater contamination. Despite being Africa's largest producer of nuclear fuel, the government through the Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land reform has withheld the necessary mining permit, citing concerns over One Uranium's failure to demonstrate a pollution-free extraction method. Here is Petra Witbooi the Chairperson of Leonardville Village Council. Minister of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform […]

April 18, 2024 86

Environment

Opuwo hosts commemoration of World Wetlands Day and World Water Day 2024

The Ministry of Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform, together with its partners, will join the rest of the world in commemorating World Wetlands Day and World Water Day. This year's commemoration of these two significant days will be hosted in Opuwo from March 12th to March 14th. Here’s Ministry spokesperson Simon Nghipandulwa.

March 12, 2024 42

Namibia

Government committed to addressing land redistribution challenges: Schlletwein

Minister of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform, Calle Schlletwein, said that the Revised National Resettlement Policy 2023-2033, shows the government's commitment to addressing land redistribution challenges in a more coordinated, inclusive and transparent manner. He told Parliament on Tuesday that the revision reminded the ministry of the importance of continual review of existing policies to ensure they remain responsive to the prevailing needs and expectations of the Namibian people. 'Therefore, […]

March 6, 2024 6