Fish consumption patterns in Namibia have increased over the years, especially in the northern regions.
In the drive to promote fish consumption, the Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust (NFCPT) will hold the 13th National Fish Consumption Day in September at Rundu to encourage local consumption.
To address food security in the region, the Oshana Regional Council produced six tonnes of mahangu and 310 kilograms of beans from its four crop fields in four constituencies, namely Okatjali, Uukwiyuushona, Ompundja and Uuvudhiya.
The Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, Ruth Masake has reminded farming communities about the importance of strengthening agricultural productivity to enhance food security, create jobs and build resilient communities.
Green schemes like Sikondo in the Kavango West Region are proving to be vital for communities living in the surrounding area, particularly during harvesting season.
It's potato harvesting season at Sikondo, and the place is buzzing with both machines and people.
The Governor of the Kavango East Region, Hamunyera Hambyuka, stated that Namibia has much to learn from Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector, particularly in adopting agribusiness models that support successful farming, poverty reduction, and employment creation.
The Kavango East Region is focusing on enhancing its agriculture sector to improve the livelihood of its residents.
This was communicated during the maiden State of the Region address by Governor Hamunyera Hambyuka.
Otjozondjupa Governor John ||Khamuseb has said his region will focus on reviving food security to feed not only the region but also Namibia.
He said this when delivering the maiden State of the Region address in Otjiwarongo today.
Various members of parliament stressed the importance of continuing the drought relief programme as some parts of the country remain food insecure.
This was the discussion that ensued after Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare announced the end of the current drought relief programme.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has identified the Kunene Region as a potential hub for livestock production to serve surrounding regions.
The President held talks with Egypt’s Ambassador to Namibia, Wael Batea, highlighting ongoing collaboration between the two countries in the agricultural sector.
A Director in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform says China expressed willingness to work with Namibia, particularly in the agriculture sector.
