Partnership

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.

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.

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.