Namibia's fisheries sector is facing growing challenges, from overfishing to climate change. This week, experts, policymakers, and industry leaders gathered at Walvis Bay for a two-day Sustainable Fisheries Seminar.
Namibia's ocean is more than waves and water. Rather, it is a lifeline for food, jobs, and the broader economy.
The country's marine research community is celebrating a decade of scientific progress.
Etosha Fishing Company is under pressure to land the historic 10,000 metric tonnes of pilchard allocated by the government.
The company landed its first consignment of pilchards last week following an 8-year ban. This is after the government decided to grant Eco Fish Farm 10,000 metric tonnes.
The Minister of Agriculture, Water, Fisheries and Land Reform questioned the industry's N$300 million contribution to government coffers, while the sector's revenue in 2024 was N$14 billion.
This week, Minister Inge Zaamwani is consulting various sub-sectors of the fishing industry at Walvis Bay.
Cabinet has given the go-ahead to the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform to implement measures aimed at reducing bycatch and protecting Namibia's marine resources.
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has appointed Inge Zaamwaani as Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Management.
Dr. Nandi-Ndaitwah made the announcement at State House today.
Fisheries and Marine Resources Minister Derek Klazen says the Government Employment Redress Programme will be renegotiated to find a solution for fishermen to do active work on vessels.
The Walvis Bay Rural Constituency Councillor believes corruption in the fishing industry will continue if the Fisheries and Marine Resources Act is not amended.
Tegako Donatus is adamant that the current fisheries law gave birth to the biggest corruption scandal in the country.
Portugal's outgoing Ambassador to Namibia wants the two countries to consider joint value addition to fisheries and agricultural produce.
Luis Gaspar da Silva says this is due to the similarity of challenges faced by Namibia and Portugal in these particular economic sectors.
The Executive Director of Fisheries and Marine Resources Annely Haiphene says the ministry has prioritised the finalisation of the long-awaited scorecard system in the current financial year.
