Karibib Councillor Melania Ndjago emphasized the vital role small-scale farmers play in food production, income generation, and improving living standards. 

During a recent event, Ndjago oversaw the distribution of 80 Boer goats to eight communal farmers, valued at nearly two hundred thousand dollars. 

She urged the government to adopt more proactive measures to support small-scale farmers.

Ndjago highlighted the need for increased investment in infrastructure and tools to 

unlock the full potential of farming. She stressed that small-scale farming can significantly reduce poverty and food insecurity, while also promoting economic growth, particularly in rural areas. 

Additionally, she noted that improving livestock production and breeding techniques can help build resilient communities and foster sustainable practices. 

"I implore each of you receiving these goats to care for them diligently and seize this opportunity to enhance your agricultural methods. Let us support one another, share ideas, and uplift our community as a whole. By working together, we can create a thriving future for the Karibib Constituency, Erongo Region, and beyond," Ndjago urged.

The initiative aims to empower farmers and provide them with the resources necessary to expand their enterprises. 

Also addressing the attendees was Tsoaxudama Traditional Authority Chief, Josua Seibeb.

 He encouraged those not receiving goats to assist the beneficiaries in safeguarding their new livestock, reminding everyone that their turn would come in the future.

One of the beneficiaries, Chairman Seibeb, who has been farming in the Ojtimbingwe area for over a 

decade, shared his challenges. "I lost more than half of my livestock due to drought.

 I am very grateful that the government has given us this opportunity to receive livestock again so that we can continue farming. I will take good care of these animals."

The recipients of the goats are from Otjimbingwe, Cameroon, Stinkbank, and Goabeb.