The financial relief package announced by the Bank of Namibia to support farmers affected by the Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak has raised questions among informal traders in the 7de Laan settlement in Otjomuise.
Farmers in the Omega One settlement and surrounding areas have been left stranded with bags of unsold Mahangu grain following a drastic reduction in crop procurement volumes by the Agro-Marketing and Trade Agency (AMTA).
Namibian businesses, farmers and organisations have pledged more than N$3 million in cash and in-kind contributions towards the country's Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) response.
The outbreaks and economic impact of Lumpy Skin Disease since 2024 prompted the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia to introduce a vaccine subsidy programme for the coming year.
This was revealed by the Board's Manager of Farm Assured Namibian Meat, Victor Klazen.
The Bank of Namibia has directed banking institutions to grant borrowers affected by the ongoing foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) crisis to provide loan repayment moratoriums ranging from one to 24 months.
The Namibia Revenue Agency (NAMRA) has engaged farmers in Windhoek on the importance of tax compliance, urging them to submit accurate returns and settle their tax obligations within the prescribed deadlines.
NUDO has donated N$10,000 towards the Foot-and-Mouth Disease Support Fund.
The Party's President, Peter Kazongominja, explained that the move is aimed at supporting farmers affected by the outbreak and lessening the disease's impact on the livestock sector.
The Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform has called on farmers and livestock owners to refrain from unauthorised vaccinations.
Oshikoto Regional Governor Sacky Kathindi says there is need for youth, SMEs and farmers of the region to take active participation and benefits in economic development.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah says the government will continue assessing the impacts caused by the Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) outbreak and is engaging relevant stakeholders to prevent the outbreak from causing prolonged financial distress.
