insert_link Namibia Youth Engagement Key to Farming Future, Says President. At the Agri-Outlook Conference in Windhoek, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah urged the farming sector to attract young people by providing education, modern technology, and financial support. She warned that ageing farmers make youth involvement critical to safeguarding long-term food production. Envaalde Matheus reports. today9 October, 2025
insert_link Environment Water Shortages Stall Mango Project Expansion in Zambezi’s Sesheke A fruit tree planting initiative in Sesheke, Zambezi region, primarily focused on mango cultivation, is facing challenges in expanding due to water shortages. Project member Anita Maiba says the orchard, established in 2009, was envisioned not only for personal consumption but also to support a future mango juice factory. One Africa TV NewsOnOne's Ellen Shihepo reports. Catch last night's full bulletin on oneafrica.tv. And weeknights at 7, you can watch […] today18 February, 2025
insert_link Environment Agriculture Minister supports Bank of Namibia’s drought relief policy The Bank of Namibia has introduced a financial relief policy for farmers affected by ongoing drought, which includes loan restructuring, debt moratoriums, and emergency funding at preferential terms. Agriculture Minister Calle Schlettwein expressed support for the policy in an interview with Future Media, emphasising the need for financial products tailored to the agricultural sector's unique challenges. Minister Schlettwein, discussing Namibia's response to climate change, further highlighted the importance […] today29 October, 2024
insert_link Environment Fungi to the rescue: South African scientists use innovative approach to protect apple trees Woolly apple aphids are destructive pests, threatening South Africa’s apple-growing industry. Westend61/Getty Images By Antoinette Paula Malan, Stellenbosch University; Letodi Luki Mathulwe, Stellenbosch University, and Nomakholwa Faith Stokwe, Stellenbosch University Gardeners the world over dread the appearance of aphids on their plants. There are around 4,000 species of these sap-sucking insects and about 250 are pests that can wreak havoc on crops in a garden or orchard. One […] today17 September, 2024
insert_link 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 […] today26 June, 2024
