WHY BUSINESS MUST LEAD IN NAMIBIA’S CONSERVATION FUTURE
WHY BUSINESS MUST LEAD IN NAMIBIA’S CONSERVATION FUTURE MORE THAN A RIDE “Protecting Namibia’s critically endangered rhinos and supporting those who safeguard our wildlife isn’t just a noble cause; it’s a responsibility.”— Jason Shikalepo, Head of Investment, RMB Namibia Each year, the dry winds of Damaraland carry more than dust – they carry the stories, […]
NAMIBIA’S WILDLIFE ECONOMY: A GLOBAL CONSERVATION SUCCESS STORY
NAMIBIA’S WILDLIFE ECONOMY: A GLOBAL CONSERVATION SUCCESS STORY Produced for the Namibian Chamber of Environment (NCE) Namibia stands as a beacon of hope and success in a world facing a biodiversity crisis. Namibia’s Wildlife Economy, a powerful new documentary series directed by Andy Botelle of MaMoKoBo Video & Research, offers an in-depth look at how […]
IN NAMIBIA, LEARN TO EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED
IN NAMIBIA, LEARN TO EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED After years of travelling the length and breadth of Namibia, I’ve come to expect the unexpected. Expertly trained coffee baristas manning a small café in the middle of nowhere – why not? Dry riverbeds becoming raging torrents overnight – certainly possible! Even the people are startling – the […]
ONDUDU: ROCK ART, LANDSCAPES AND LIFE
ONDUDU: ROCK ART, LANDSCAPES AND LIFE The land here is arid, almost forgotten by time, yet undeniably spectacular. The rocks, rich with minerals, shift in colour as the light changes, creating a landscape that feels alive. The wildlife, though elusive, is ever-present, quietly waiting to be discovered during a sunset drive or one of the […]
A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME, ROCK ART, AND WILDLIFE
A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME, ROCK ART, AND WILDLIFE Then & Now by Dr. Rod Lichtman Few books manage to bridge the past and present with as much wit, depth, and irreverent charm as Then & Now by Dr. Rod Lichtman. This beautifully curated exploration of Bushman rock art juxtaposed with modern wildlife photography is not […]
INSPIRING FUTURE CONSERVATIONISTS: CHILDREN IN THE WILDERNESS ECO-CAMP IN NAMIBIA
INSPIRING FUTURE CONSERVATIONISTS: CHILDREN IN THE WILDERNESS ECO-CAMP IN NAMIBIA Sixty young learners from seven schools across Namibia’s Kunene Region recently embarked on an unforgettable six-day Eco-Camp in the Ehi-Rovipuka Conservancy, an initiative led by Children in the Wilderness (CITW) Namibia. Designed to ignite a passion for conservation, the camp provided an immersive experience in […]
RECOGNISING THE RESEARCHERS
Empowering Namibia’s conservation future By linking research with policy initiatives, the fellowship aspires to create pathways for more and inclusive conservation strategies. Engaging with local communities and policymakers will ensure that conservation sound but also socially equitable. “As a family, we have been deeply involved in nature conservation for many years. We believe that everything […]
NAMIBIA LEADS SOUTHERN AFRICA IN FIGHT AGAINST WILDLIFE TRAFFICKING
Namibia, through an operation dubbed Saving Wildlife through Multilateral Cooperation in Africa (SAMA), has seen 17 cases leading to the interception of 34 illegal shipments of wildlife within Southern Africa. According to the Regional Intelligence Liaison Offices Head for East and Southern Africa (ESA), Sitheni Ncube, operation SAMA took place between 1 January 2024 and […]
SCHOOL OF VET MEDICINE
Omake Moment – March 2024 You may be surprised to learn that the work that veterinarians do affects us all, and this has nothing to do with whether you are a pet owner or not. Due to the interconnectedness of the health of animals, people and the environment, veterinarians play a critical role in environmental […]