Global leaders, policymakers, scientists and conservation advocates are gathered in Mombasa, Kenya, for the 2026 Our Ocean Conference.

The Namibian government reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening global cooperation on water governance.

Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, Ruthy Masake, delivered the message on behalf of Minister Inge Zaamwani at the Global Water Partnership Organisation Board meeting.

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Namibia has accepted the responsibility of hosting the headquarters of the Global Water Partnership Organisation, a move aimed at strengthening global coordination and management of water resources.

The offices moved from Sweden to Namibia.

The International University of Management (IUM) and the Namibia Nature Foundation (NNF) have signed an agreement to strengthen collaboration in research, conservation, environmental education and sustainable development.

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, Inge Zaamwani said Namibia is intensifying efforts to declare more marine protected areas as the country works towards meeting international biodiversity commitments.

Minister of Defence and Veterans Affairs Frans Kapofi has called for responsible resource management and greater investment in African-led research to drive the continent's development.

Kapofi said this during the launch of the Security, Resource Control and Democracy in Africa book.

Namibia's mission at the United Nations has called for further efforts to address persistent funding challenges, reduce fragmentation and strengthen transparency and results-based management in the UN Development System (UNDS).

President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says Africa's future depends on unity, regional cooperation and homegrown solutions as the continent commemorates Africa Day 2026.

The Global Water Partnership Organisation (GWPO) is working to mobilise up to N$15 billion in water investments.

Namibia continues to position itself as a leading ecotourism destination, with a strong focus on conservation and sustainable development.