IN her 2026 state of the nation address (Sona), president Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah reaffirmed the centrality of value addition to Namibia’s economic future. The livestock sector: Supports around 70% of livelihoods Sustains over 57 000 jobs across the value chain Contributes…

The country’s livestock sector finds itself at a familiar but critical crossroads. The emergence of live cattle exports to Mauritius, reportedly around 3 000 slaughter-ready animals every 40 days, has reignited a long-standing debate: should we prioritise immediate market access,…