Bringing Indigenous Voices into Namibia’s Conservation Decisions
Namibia’s biodiversity faces challenges, but integrating Indigenous and Local Knowledge (ILK) is key to long-term resilience. A recent high-level workshop brought together government and IPLCs to align ILK with national policy, strengthening conservation efforts and supporting the Global Biodiversity Framework.
Namibia’s Conservation Crossroads: Charting the Future of CBNRM
The CBNRM Technical Workshop, held in Windhoek from November 17 to 19, 2025, convened key Namibian conservation stakeholders under the theme: “The CBNRM program in Namibia: embracing the past and present, envisaging the future.”
Strengthening sustainable partnerships for a stronger KAZA!
Convening in Livingstone, Zambia, the KAZA TFCA 'Partner Engagement Workshop' aimed to align strategies, address funding challenges, and forge a 'Charter for Change' among Partner States and funders to boost collaboration and sustainable conservation across the KAZA landscape.
Namibia Nature Foundation Launches Community of Practice for Environmental and Social Safeguards
NNF launches ESS Connect, a national Community of Practice uniting stakeholders to embed inclusive, rights-based safeguards in development. Through technical working groups and continuous engagement, the platform drives equity, accountability, and community-centred conservation aligned with global standards.
Namibia on the Global Conservation Stage: NNF at IUCN Congress 2025
Namibia Nature Foundation joins global leaders in Abu Dhabi for IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025.
How Murals Are Bringing Ocean Conservation to Life in Lüderitz
In the coastal town of Lüderitz, Namibia, walls are being transformed into powerful messages about the ocean. Through Waves of Change, local artists and students are using public art to raise awareness about marine conservation, empower communities, and connect people, especially youth, to the sea. From schoolyards to social media, the project is turning creativity into a force for environmental action.
Namibia Engages in African Dialogue on Genome Editing for Sustainable Agriculture
NNF joined African experts in Durban to explore genome editing’s role in sustainable agriculture, biodiversity protection, and policy collaboration.
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.
