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A significant number of livestock mortalities in many farming areas can be attributed to plant poisoning as many farmers report symptoms that relate to poisoning, especially during spring (July to October), at the onset of rainfall activities,

The human-elephant conflict in Namibia has had a significant impact on the production potential of farms, and it has become a serious threat to the country’s animal health status. According to the Namibian Ministry of Environment and Tourism, the elephant population increased from 7 000 in 1990 to 30 000 in 2016 - and it was currently estimated at 35 000 animals.

When people think about agriculture, they tend to think about farmers tending the fields and looking after crops or livestock. You may be thinking ‘I don’t want to be a farmer, so agriculture isn’t for me’. But think again.

A week ago, the Oruharui Farmers Cooperative rewrote cattle auction history in Okondjatu in the Otjozondjupa region by attracting more than 400 heads of cattle to an auction it organised in partnership with the Okondjatu Farmers’ Association.

Covid-19 has taught us many lessons, one of which is that life is not guaranteed. The pandemic has taught us that death can occur at any time, hence the realistic approach to life – that of being prepared for the unforeseen.

Construction has commenced on the 287 kilometre-long 400 kV Auas to Gerus electricity transmission line. Once completed,  it will run from the Auas substation near Dordabis to the Gerus substation near Otjiwarongo.

At the beginning of July 2021, Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) Limited communicated the need to cut the salaries of all its employees as a last resort after it had exhausted all other cost-cutting measures it had instituted over the past 16 months.

Exit Rockaz has taken to Twitter to gush about fatherhood. The musician has become one of the country’s most loved musicians and never ceases to amaze his followers. Despite the busy schedule that he has,

Rapper Lioness is currently at the peak of her career, and there’s no stopping for her. The rapper has been a true definition of ‘hard work and perseverance pays off’. She continues to capture our hearts with her unprecedented wins in her career.

The battle against poverty is won by those who fearlessly claim their share of the universe. Those of us who fear life challenges are used as tools for masters who are fearless. Fear is a derivative of poverty.