Waves of Change, Phase II: Return to Lüderitz
After an eight-hour drive from Windhoek, Hasan and I arrived in Lüderitz and were greeted by the welcome sign we painted last year. The lines were still sharp, a traditional fisherman pulling a boat rope next to the words “we are all pulling in the same direction”. No graffiti. No damage. The town had looked after it.
Read MoreNIMPA Training Inspires New Momentum for Marine Protection
Over two dynamic days, government agencies, scientists, civil society organisations, and community leaders came together to strengthen the future of the Namibian Islands Marine Protected Area (NIMPA) and explore opportunities for its expansion.
The training, part of the NIMPA Plus Project, blended expert presentations with hands-on learning, showing how technology, science, and local knowledge can work hand in hand to protect Namibia’s rich marine biodiversity while supporting sustainable livelihoods.
Read MoreNamibia Joins Global Call to Action at UN Ocean Conference 2025
This week, Angus Middleton, Executive Director of the Namibia Nature Foundation (NNF), is representing Namibia on the world stage at the Third United Nations Ocean Conference (9-13 June 2025), joining leaders, scientists, and civil society actors in advancing the global agenda for ocean sustainability. Namibia is internationally recognized as a leader in terrestrial conservation, with…
Read MoreCelebrating World Ocean Day
Across the planet, the ocean is stirring. Not just with waves and tides, but with calls for conservation. From coral reefs under siege to seabird species on the brink, the ocean, once thought vast and inexhaustible, is revealing its limits. And yet, in this moment of crisis, something else is rising too – our commitment!…
Read MoreNAMCOB Launches the NIMPA Blue Table Discussions.
The Namibian Foundation for the Conservation of Seabirds (NAMCOB), in partnership with the Namibia Nature Foundation (NNF), officially launched the NIMPA Blue Table Discussions – a new and inclusive platform aimed at fostering ongoing dialogue on marine conservation and coastal livelihoods within the Namibian Islands’ Marine Protected Area (NIMPA). Held at the New Namibia Maritime…
Read MoreNamibian Cetacean Stranding and Whale Disentanglement Workshops
At the end of last month (April), the project took a major step forward in marine conservation by hosting two specialized workshops focused on Cetacean Strandings and Large Whale Disentanglement. Facilitated in collaboration with the International Whaling Commission (IWC) and the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform (MAFWLR). …
Read MoreEmpowering Lüderitz’s Coastal Entrepreneurs
The NIMPA+ project is supporting aspiring entrepreneurs in small-scale fishing and tourism in Lindustries through an innovative entrepreneurship program. Designed to enhance sustainable economic opportunities in Namibia’s coastal communities, the program has received overwhelming interest, leading to the formation of two dedicated cohorts. This program is being rolled out in partnership with Impact Tank, an…
Read MoreCelebrating World NGO Day
At the heart of this year’s celebration was a renewed commitment to strengthening Namibia’s conservation landscape. NGOs, policymakers, and community leaders gathered to discuss innovative solutions to the country’s most pressing environmental challenges. The NIMPA+ project has played a transformative role in marine conservation, focusing on enhancing protection efforts within Namibia’s unique marine ecosystems. A…
Read MoreNew Ocean Literacy Toolkit: Empowering Coastal Communities
In collaboration with our partners at the Blue Marine Foundation, we are excited to share the Namibian Ocean Literacy Toolkit, a groundbreaking learning resource designed to expand ocean education across the country. This toolkit was created through a collaborative process that included two knowledge-sharing workshops held in Swakopmund, Namibia, bringing together educators, conservationists, and key…
Read MoreFrom Classrooms to Coastlines: Igniting Passion for the Ocean
The Albatross Task Force (ATF) embarked on an exciting outreach tour, visiting schools across Namibia, particularly in Otjiwarongo, Otavi, and Tsumeb. Led by Priskilla Nghangulwa, the ATF Instructor, along with Martha Iyambo, NNF Marine Trainee, and Sunnypo Imalwa, the NNF Communications Support Officer, the team sought to inspire young minds about marine conservation and the…
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