Niël Terblanchéfor In an effort to enhance biodiversity conservation, Namibia has adopted the Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool (SMART), a groundbreaking initiative aimed at transforming data collection and management across the nation’s protected areas. The adoption stresses the crucial role of advanced technologies in safeguarding the environment and preserving the country’s rich natural heritage for...
November 7, 2024
Tag: biodiversity
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Maiden community seed bank in Kavango West for biodiversity protection launched
The inauguration of the inaugural Community Seed Bank this week in Kavango West marked a significant stride in safeguarding local seed varieties, prioritizing biodiversity conservation, and reinforcing food security, the Environment Investment Fund (EIF) said in an announcement. Lot Ndamanomhata, the spokesperson for EIF, underscored the pivotal role of the newly launched seed bank in...
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Namibia launches first seed bank for biodiversity protection – Namibia Daily News
Nkurenkuru, Nov. 15 — Namibia has launched its first Community Seed Bank in Kavango West, one of the country’s 14 regions, to safeguard local seed varieties to promote biodiversity and ensure food security, the Environment Investment Fund (EIF), an environmental fund of Namibia, said Tuesday. EIF spokesperson Lot Ndamanomhata said in a statement that the...
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Worries about impacts of climate change on biodiversity
Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) have expressed concern over the accelerating negative impact of climate change on biodiversity. The concern was raised at the 25th meeting of the Scientific Body on Technical, Scientific and Technological Advice of the CBD, held in Nairobi, Kenya, from 15 to 19 October. The meeting examined and...
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Namibian artists thrive through biodiversity economy initiative, cultural heritage preservation – Namibia Daily News
WINDHOEK, Oct. 6 — In a display of creativity at a local gallery in the Namibian capital of Windhoek, artist Eliphas Areseb from Twyfelfontein in the Erongo region skillfully transformed a palm tree fruit nut into a beautifully decorated keyholder. This live demonstration offered visitors a firsthand glimpse into the intricate craft that formed part...
