Water and Land Reform

Namibia Pushes Water Security at AU Summit

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, represented by Minister Inge Zaamwani, took part in the AU-AIP Water Investment Summit to tackle Africa’s $30 billion annual water investment gap. Ministry spokesperson Simon Nghipandulwa highlighted that water security remains a strategic priority, with N$4.8 billion allocated in the 2025/26 budget and support from partners such as the African Development Bank and KfW.

19 August, 2025

Namibia

Agriculture Ministry to Cancel Unused Stock Brands

The Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform ministry through the Namibia Livestock Identification and Traceability System, has issued a notice that all unused stock brands will be cancelled by April 30. Farmers must verify and update their registrations before the deadline. Simon Nghipandulwa is the Ministry’s spokesperson.

14 February, 2025

Namibia

Irrigation Water Supply from Hardap Dam Resumes

NamWater, in collaboration with the Agriculture, Water, and Land Reform ministry, has announced that irrigation water supply from the Hardap Dam will resume on 20 January 2025. The decision, approved by Minister Calle Schlettwein, aims to boost agricultural productivity and regional economic stability last year. Lot Ndamanomhata is NamWater's spokesperson.

16 January, 2025

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 […]

12 July, 2024

Namibia

Government Supports Local Poultry Production at Kadila Farm Launch

Minister of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform, Calle Schlettwein, emphasized the government's unwavering commitment to supporting farmers and rural communities during the launch of Kadila Poultry Farm in Okahandja. Speaking at the event, Schlettwein highlighted the importance of prioritizing Namibian products to foster a self-sufficient agricultural sector and create stable incomes for families. He praised Kadila Poultry Farm for increasing Namibia’s poultry production capacity, thereby reducing dependency on imports and […]

24 June, 2024

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, […]

6 March, 2024

Namibia

Invest in modern maize technologies: Venaani

The president of the Popular Democratic Movement (PDM), McHenry Venaani, has urged the Ministry of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform to modernise maize production for self-sufficiency. In a media statement issued on Monday, Venaani said Namibia imported approximately 82 000 tonnes of maize in 2023 alone. “With reports of a mere 42 per cent harvest projected for 2023/24, leaving almost 60 per cent of our white maize needs […]

24 January, 2024