The headwoman of Ohailombo Village, Martha Namundjebo-Tilahun, has brought hope and relief to the farmers in Eengodi and Nehale LyaMpingana constituencies in the Oshikoto Region.
A lack of adequate rainfall this year has affected many people, let alone livestock.
Previously, during this time of the year, farmers could be seen transporting their animals from the main land to the cattle posts for better grazing.
However, with global warming, the situation has changed.
"Recognising the gravity of this situation, we have come together to find a solution, albeit a temporary one, to alleviate the suffering of our farmers and their animals. Today we are donating animal feed to our farmers as a small gesture of support and solidarity. It is our hope that these feeds will provide some relief until the rains come and the grazing lands are replenished," said Namundjebo-Tilahun.
Namundjebo-Tilahun further encourages farmers to work hand in hand to acquire skills and training to implement sustainable farming practices that promote water conservation and methods of animal feed production.
"We must also invest in education and training for our farmers, equipping them with the knowledge and skills to adapt to changing environmental conditions. By empowering our farmers with the necessary tools and resources, we can help them navigate through these challenging times and build a more sustainable future."
Villages such as Ohailombo, Ohaiyanda, Omawe, Okandjeke, and Ongaka benefited from animal fodder amounting to N$110,000.
The Executive Director in the Office of the Prime Minister, I-Ben Nashandi, says an assessment was done to determine the impact of the drought and see how the government can intervene.
Receiving the donation on behalf of Ohaiyanda Village was headman Johannes Shigwedha.
The former Minister of Home Affairs, Pendukeni Ivula-Ithana, also donated fodder and encouraged the farmers to sell off some of their livestock while they are still in good shape for the market and not wait until they die from drought.