Blogs
© A. ShikongoThe impact of Namibia’s drought on livelihoods and the environment
11/12/2024A cold rush would run down our spines as we remembered the pain we endured as Aunty Nelao’s cane stroked our little bums. The oshanas were a precious gem to her; staring at them left a smile on her face. A feeling of relaxation and gratitude like old friends she could go anywhere with. I’m ...
What I have learnt about the complex effects of drought in Namibia
11/12/2024Namibia, one of the driest nations in Sub-Saharan Africa, faces a significant drought this year. The ecosystem, our shifting landscapes, and people’s livelihoods have all been significantly impacted by this drought. Namibia’s arid conditions and increasingly unpredictable rainfall make farming challenging. Farmers struggle to keep their land productive. During my internship at Perivoli Rangeland Institute ...
© G. C. ThomsonCan Namibian community conservation survive the 2024 Drought?
19/11/2024Namibia recently hit global headlines, as the government responded to the intense drought with a plan to cull 723 animals. Although the country is known for its arid landscapes and our people are used to droughts, the current dry period is the worst it we have faced in 100 years. These conditions threaten the survival ...
Winning the Youth Environmental Heroes Competition
17/10/2024At the Namibian Youth Chamber of Environment (NYCE), we dedicated the month of September to both cleaning up and innovating for a sustainable future. As part of this effort, we launched the “Youth Environmental Heroes” competition, inviting young people and organizations across Namibia to address waste management in their communities through fresh, creative and practical ...
A Plastic Ocean: A Growing Threat to Our Coastlines
30/09/2024For someone who was fortunate enough to live by the ocean for three years, I once believed our beaches were clean. I watched documentaries about heavily polluted shores in more densely populated countries, and felt grateful for how our coastlines seemed untouched by such extreme levels of pollution. That perception, however, was shattered when I ...
Are Women, Youth and People with Disabilities Neglected in Namibia’s Climate Change Interventions?
20/09/2024Climate change is a pressing global challenge and its impacts have been felt severely in Namibia. As the country grapples with drought and desertification, it is evident that all sectors are affected, especially agriculture and tourism. On the 16th of September 2024, The Namibian Youth Chamber of Environment (NYCE)’s Youth Coordinator, Ms Trendy Masule attended a ...
Raising your voice for sustainable development
30/08/2024The balance between conservation and economic development is commonly deemed impossible because of the various aspects involved to enable each of these to work. However, with fresh, well thought out and effective solutions, we can find a balance between environmental conservation and economic growth. To achieve this, we need young people that are active, passionate, and ...
Namibian Youth Chamber of Environment: A New Dawn for Conservation
14/08/2024Windhoek, Namibia – July 17, 2024: The Namibian Chamber of Environment (NCE) has launched an initiative aimed at fostering environmental stewardship among the nation’s youth. The Namibian Youth Chamber of Environment (NYCE) was formally introduced through an announcement on NCE’s official Instagram, and Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn pages, marking the start of a significant movement ...
© Development Workshop NamibiaLearning to promote good hygiene and sanitation practices in Namibian communities
01/08/2024Effective hygiene and sanitation are crucial for the health and well-being of communities, especially in urban informal settlements and rural areas. There are many ways to get communities involved in keeping their surroundings clean, including clean-up campaigns and associated awareness creation. On the 18th of July 2024, the Namibian Youth Chamber of Environment (NYCE) hosted its ...