Otniel Hembapu Zebaldt Ngaruka Government continues to move in leaps and bounds in its efforts to ensure that previously disadvantaged Namibians are resettled and given an opportunity to join the country’s mainstream economic and agricultural activities. Under Namibia’s much touted land reform programme, government has to date resettled over 5 518 previously disadvantaged Namibians on...
Zebaldt Ngaruka OTJOMBINDE- Agricultural events such as the recent Otjombinde Farmers Demo Inter-Regional Agricultural and Industrial Show do not only serve as platforms for farmers to exchange ideas and best practices, but are also important platforms to advance grassroots agricultural transformation and community resilience. This was the message delivered by agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani, in...
Zebaldt Ngaruka The campaign to vaccinate dogs and cats against rabies in Omaheke region’s Epukiro constituency is going smoothly as community members are cooperating with the veterinary service officials visiting the various areas. Rabies is a vaccine-preventable, zoonotic viral disease affecting the central nervous system. In up to 99% of rabies cases in humans, dogs...
Farmers in Namibia face numerous challenges, including climate change. This is evident in the form of erratic rainfall, recurring droughts as well as crop and livestock losses. These have continuously led to financial losses for farmers across the country. As we navigate through these dry days, farmers are encouraged to create resolutions that can transform their farming...
GOBABIS – For hundreds of the most destitute residents of Omaheke region, especially those grappling with the brunt of malnutrition and food inadequacy, Farm Nuwe Hoop is more than just a piece of land on the outskirts of Gobabis; it is an oasis of hope and survival. Omaheke governor Pijoo Nganate has through his office,...
Namibia is home to many communal areas under the administration of Traditional Authorities. The country’s aspirations of achieving food security and the crucial role of land in this endeavour, emphasise the influence of traditional authorities in overseeing land for agricultural production. For instance, during a recent potato harvest, Omukwaniilwa Fillemon Nangolo and the leadership of...
GOBABIS – For 26-year-old Gracell Goeieman, farming is more than just early morning errands in the kraal, cattle branding sessions and livestock herding; it is a profound natural calling and a pathway to create inter-generational equity. For a sector that has for centuries been male-dominated, Gracell is breaking down barriers and through hard work, discipline...
Farmers in Namibia face numerous challenges, including climate change. This is evident in the form of erratic rainfall, recurring droughts and crop and livestock losses. These have continuously led to financial losses for farmers across the country. As we navigate through the early days of 2024, farmers are encouraged to create resolutions that can transform their farming...
Rangeland productivity is affected by several factors, including rainfall, soil condition, fire, herbivory and other ecological forces such as plant competition. In addition, human activities can have a significant effect on rangeland conditions. Ultimately, the adverse influence of these factors can disturb the normal ecological processes, leading to rangeland degradation. One of the recurrent factors...
Zebaldt Ngaruka The chairperson of the Otjimati Mini Agricultural Show, Charles Kukaurua Tjaronda, described the recent agricultural event as a resounding success and one that accorded farmers an opportunity to showcase their animals and exchange notes with their peers. Held from 3 to 6 July in Omaheke region’s Epukiro constituency, the show focused on small...