Strengthening Freshwater Protection Through Regional Collaboration
NNF’s Zambezi regional office recently participated in the Durable Freshwater Protection Workshop in Zambia, joining regional partners to strengthen collaboration on freshwater conservation. The engagement highlighted community-led approaches, sustainable fisheries management, and the importance of protecting vital river systems across the KAZA landscape.
Kavango Regional Associations Convene Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue to Strengthen Inclusive Environmental Governance
A multi-stakeholder dialogue in Rundu brought together regional leaders, communities and partners to strengthen environmental governance, improve land allocation coordination, and promote inclusive participation in sustainable development and natural resource management.
Strengthening Partnerships and Grant Administration Between NNF and Regional Conservancy Associations
NNF and regional associations met to strengthen partnerships, review financial performance, and advance a decentralised grant administration approach aimed at empowering community-led institutions and improving sustainable development outcomes across Namibia.
Marine Conservation Display
We’re proud to have officially handed over a new marine conservation display to the Namibia Maritime Museum, spotlighting the importance of the Namibian Islands’ Marine Protected Area (NIMPA).
NBSAP III National Validation Workshop
The NBSAP III National Validation Workshop was held in Windhoek earlier this week. Sessions covered the NBSAP III process, and the review of action plans under Goals 1 to 3 through group discussions and plenary feedback, with good progress and great engagement from all stakeholders.
Black Rhino Association of Namibia (BRAN)
We witnessed the very first Annual General Meeting of the Black Rhino Association of Namibia (BRAN) marking a significant milestone in strengthening collaborative conservation efforts for the protection of Namibia’s black rhino populations.
Strengthening Regional Capacity in Erongo Through the EU EIA Project
The Erongo Regional Association has been equipped with essential camping gear through NACSO and the EU-funded project, "Strengthening the Capacity of Community-Based Organisations in Namibia to Engage in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Processes", strengthening its ability to reach remote communities and coordinate effectively. This support forms part of a broader effort to build local capacity for meaningful participation in environmental decision-making, ensuring development is balanced with conservation and long-term sustainability across Namibia’s communal landscapes.
Advancing Indigenous and Local Knowledge for Biodiversity Policy and Action
Indigenous Peoples and local communities are key stewards of biodiversity, holding knowledge that supports sustainable practices and ecosystem management. The National ILK Outlook highlights the importance of strengthening the recognition, documentation, and integration of this knowledge into biodiversity policy, while addressing gaps that limit its inclusion in decision-making processes.
