A dialogue meant to identify gaps and challenges within Namibia’s climate change plan was held in Windhoek on Thursday.Deputy chairperson of the Environmental Investment Fund (EIF) Louise Helen Brown said this was the first time the organisation hosted an economics…
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A local environmental group is concerned about an outbreak of seal rabies among South Africa’s seal colony, which could spread to Namibia. Ocean Conservation Namibia (OCN) spokesperson Naude Dreyer says the organisation has been in contact with leading South African…
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The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has appeased operators and members of the public after they have raised concerns over concession rights awarded at Sossusvlei. Operators and lodging establishments registered with the Namibia Tourism Board (NTB) are still able…
Josá Markowitz, The Namibian
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“I wanted to make sure the powerful messages of self-improvement and inner healing were accessible to a wider audience.” These are the words of author and motivational speaker Immanuel Nghifikwa. He recently updated and rewrote his book, ‘Top Brilliant Secrets:…
Josá Markowitz, The Namibian
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Namibia is turning wild animals into scapegoats for its problems. This was said by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (Peta) senior vice president Jason Baker in a letter to prime minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila. The organisation is raising questions…
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Namibia is pushing forward with the development of new technologies, a move the country can use to create a more sustainable environment. Mines and energy deputy minister Kornelia Shilunga says these developments include electric cars and renewable energy. She was…
Josá Markowitz, The Namibian
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The Consortium of African Funds for the Environment (Cafe) is hosting its annual meeting at Swakopmund this week. The meeting aims to promote participant cooperation, education, and creativity on sustainable funding, biodiversity conservation, and the use of technology in conservation.…
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The Namibian Chamber of Environment (NCE) has warned the government against culling desert elephants. The state is slaughtering over 700 animals to cushion some Namibians against hunger caused by the worst drought in the country in 100 years. These animals…
Josá Markowitz, The Namibian
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A local company is turning food waste into organic manure to contribute to the economy and promote sustainability. Sven Gruttemeyer, the chief executive and co-founder of Biocycle, has explained this process. He says the food his company recycles is used…
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Environment, forestry and tourism minister Pohamba Shifeta says Namibia is working towards establishing itself as a global green hydrogen hub on the African continent.He was speaking at the Indonesia Africa Forum (IAF) in Bali on Tuesday.Shifeta said Namibia’s green hydrogen…
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The Global Green Hydrogen Summit (GAH2S) has received a financial boost of about N$650 000 from local companies. The debut summit will take place in Windhoek from 3 to 5 September. The summit, organised by DMG events, with local partners…
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Marginalised communities in the Otjozondjupa, Kunene and Erongo regions will soon get access to renewable energy. This is through a project, which has received funding of N$12 million from the European Union and the Ministry of Mines and Energy. The…
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