Conservation

Biodiversity in Focus: A Prelude to the IPBES Plenary in Namibia!

On 6 December 2024, the Franco Namibian Cultural Centre (FNCC) will host “Biodiversity in Focus,” an engaging platform for dialogue and action on one of the most pressing topics of our time – biodiversity. This event emphasizes the significance of biodiversity in sustaining ecosystems, livelihoods, and cultural identity. With Namibia’s extraordinary landscapes and diverse species, […]

Murals spark marine conservation in coastal communities

By Maggie Forcelledo Paz – published in the September 2024 issue of the FlyNamibia magazine. Namibia’s only marine protected area (MPA) is grappling with a multitude of threats, including overfishing, illegal fishing, climate change, pollution, habitat degradation, extractive activities and a general disconnect from the value of marine life. These challenges pose significant risks to […]