Government Unveils National Plan to Boost Food Security

Government Unveils National Plan to Boost Food Security

The Agriculture ministry, in collaboration with agri-food stakeholders, launched the National Agriculture Investment Plan to address food insecurity. The African Union's CAADP compact was also signed to support agricultural transformation and economic growth. To explain some of the challenges they are facing, here's the President of the National Farmers Union Adolf Muremi:

November 7, 2024 26

Local

Bank Windhoek’s Agri Series Focuses on Drought Impact on Namibia

Bank Windhoek’s Executive Officer for Marketing and Corporate Communication Services, Jacquiline Pack, emphasized that the agriculture sector has always been a cornerstone of Namibia’s economy and society, contributing around 6% to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and creating significant employment opportunities. She made this statement on Tuesday, 5 November 2024, while announcing that the fifth Agricultural Series will take place on Wednesday, 13 November 2024, in Windhoek, live on […]

November 6, 2024 10

Business / Economics

28 October 2024 Morning Biz News Regional Economic Update: Agriculture Boost, Inflation, and Currency Shifts

In a promising development for Namibia's agricultural sector, the Otjimbele Agriculture Project, which has poured an impressive N$120 million into the local economy, is set to commence commercial production of ITUM table grapes in 2025. This first large-scale harvest is expected to bring a substantial boost to Omusati’s agricultural landscape, marking a pivotal shift towards increased food production and regional economic growth. Meanwhile, South Africa's Transport Minister Barbara Creecy has […]

October 28, 2024 11

Environment

The role and importance of farmers’ associations

By Erastus Ngaruka: Technical Advisor – Livestock & Rangeland Management The agricultural sector in Namibia is the backbone of the country’s economy through its three main pillars, namely, food production, employment creation, and income generation. The sector faces endless challenges associated with climate, market, technologies, inputs, and conflicts amongst others. These are hindering sustainable crop and livestock production in the country at all scales in […]

June 26, 2024 51

Environment

An Overview: Impact of rural urban migration on agriculture

By: Erastus Ngaruka, Technical Advisor: Livestock and Rangeland Management Rural-urban migration refers to the movement of people from rural to urban areas, or simply from villages to towns or cities. This migration is triggered by several socioeconomic factors, such as employment, business, education, and health, among others. In Namibia, the phenomenon is particularly conspicuous, as evidenced by the influx of people from rural to urban areas in recent years in […]

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