The Otjozondjupa Regional Council has joined forces in partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP) to promote sustainable food systems in the region.

The two parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding, which would see them come up with innovative programmes in food production aimed at improving the social and economic standards of the region's inhabitants.

Otjozondjupa Regional Council Chairperson Marlayn Mbakera said the agreement is needed as the country faces challenges in addressing food security and nutrition.

Non-governmental organizations will continue to help the Namibian government end hunger by the year 2030.

In this context, the World Food Programme and the Namibia Agronomic Board signed a Memorandum of Cooperation to improve food access and affordability.