Legacy Landscapes Fund Bolsters Namibia’s Skeleton Coast–Etosha Conservation Bridge
The Skeleton Coast–Etosha Conservation Bridge is a groundbreaking 55,299 km² initiative in Namibia, backed by the Legacy Landscapes Fund and WWF, aiming to protect biodiversity, connect parks and conservancies, and support community-led conservation over the next 50 years.
Piloting Wildlife Credits for African Wild Dog Conservation in Ondjou Conservancy
NNF and KAWDCP are piloting a Wildlife Credits model in Ondjou Conservancy to conserve African wild dog, combining camera trap data, community training, and conservation incentives to link verified wildlife protection with sustainable funding for local communities.
Reflections on the Recent NNF Show & Tell Event
On the 12 September NNF’s Show & Tell brought together diverse partners to explore programmes spanning conservation, sustainable livelihoods, agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and research. The event highlighted staff expertise, showcased interconnections between workstreams, and created valuable opportunities for collaboration and future partnerships.
Strengthening Indigenous and Local Knowledge in Biodiversity Planning: A National Workshop in Namibia
Indigenous and Local Community leaders gathered in Windhoek to elevate Indigenous and Local Knowledge in biodiversity planning. Supported by UNESCO, the workshop focused on safeguarding cultural knowledge, advancing community-led governance, and integrating ILK into national policy frameworks.
National Report on Wildlife Protection and Law Enforcement, 2024
Namibia’s latest wildlife crime report reveals over 700 rhinos and 650 pangolins lost in a decade. It highlights poaching trends, governance efforts, and future priorities in combatting illegal wildlife trade.
NNF & NAMCOB at the 2nd Annual Lüderitz Career Fair
NAMCOB and NNF collaborated at the 2nd Annual Lüderitz Career Fair to inspire over 300 learners with career paths in conservation, marine science, and sustainability. With Lüderitz emerging as a hub for green energy, fisheries, and coastal development, the fair created vital connections between youth and Namibia’s booming blue economy.
The Status of Threatened Seabirds in NIMPA
The 2024/2025 seabird census shows alarming declines in key seabird species within the Namibian Islands’ Marine Protected Area. On World Penguin Day, we call for urgent action to protect these vulnerable birds. View the full infographic on the NAMCOB website.
Namibia Nature Foundation’s 2024 Annual Report
We are pleased to share the Namibia Nature Foundation’s 2024 Annual Report. This year’s report highlights our continued efforts to strengthen community-based conservation, protect biodiversity, and advance sustainable development across Namibia.
