Namibia’s biodiversity faces challenges, but integrating Indigenous and Local Knowledge (ILK) is key to long-term resilience. A recent high-level workshop brought together government and IPLCs…
The CBNRM Technical Workshop, held in Windhoek from November 17 to 19, 2025, convened key Namibian conservation stakeholders under the theme: “The CBNRM program in…
NNF and MEFT conducted EIA workshops across three regions to empower community-based organizations (CBOs). This initiative strengthens community capacity to influence environmental decision-making and ensures…
Convening in Livingstone, Zambia, the KAZA TFCA 'Partner Engagement Workshop' aimed to align strategies, address funding challenges, and forge a 'Charter for Change' among Partner…
A formidable force in Namibia’s fight against wildlife crime, MEFT’s K9 Unit combines sharp canine instincts with human dedication to protect endangered black rhinos, detect…
Under the scorching Keetmanshoop sun, teacher Ms. Penexupifo Shonena transformed a barren schoolyard into a flourishing garden. Supported by the Go Green Fund, her initiative…
NNF launches ESS Connect, a national Community of Practice uniting stakeholders to embed inclusive, rights-based safeguards in development. Through technical working groups and continuous engagement,…
The Skeleton Coast–Etosha Conservation Bridge is a groundbreaking 55,299 km² initiative in Namibia, backed by the Legacy Landscapes Fund and WWF, aiming to protect biodiversity, connect…
NNF and KAWDCP are piloting a Wildlife Credits model in Ondjou Conservancy to conserve African wild dog, combining camera trap data, community training, and conservation…
In the coastal town of Lüderitz, Namibia, walls are being transformed into powerful messages about the ocean. Through Waves of Change, local artists and students…
Namibia’s research on endemic biodiversity took centre stage at AETFAT 2025, spotlighting innovation, conservation, and global scientific collaboration.
On 19 September 2025, the Namibia Nature Foundation and Namibian Organic Association hosted a policy-focused farm tour for MPs, spotlighting organic agriculture and agroecology, guided…
Namibia’s latest wildlife crime report reveals over 700 rhinos and 650 pangolins lost in a decade. It highlights poaching trends, governance efforts, and future priorities…
Indigenous and Local Community leaders gathered in Windhoek to elevate Indigenous and Local Knowledge in biodiversity planning. Supported by UNESCO, the workshop focused on safeguarding…
In rural Namibia, a small learner-led garden is blooming into a hub of learning, leadership, and community care. With every crop planted, moringa, pigeon peas,…
NNF staff recently participated in a week-long leadership development training hosted by B2Gold Namibia’s Otjikoto Environmental Education Centre and facilitated by Maliasili. The training focused…
We are pleased to share the Namibia Nature Foundation’s 2024 Annual Report. This year’s report highlights our continued efforts to strengthen community-based conservation, protect biodiversity,…
The 2024/2025 seabird census shows alarming declines in key seabird species within the Namibian Islands’ Marine Protected Area. On World Penguin Day, we call for…
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Feedback from Our Partners
The NNF is a remarkable organisation to partner with, renowned for its purpose-driven projects that strive to improve our planet and its people. Being involved in an NNF project is an absolute honour and a source of immense pride.
Kirsty Watermeyer
Communication Consultant
I have never had a more reliable partner than the NNF. Just the right partner to work with in
conservation.
Simson Uri-Khob
CEO of Save the Rhino Trust
We have been partnering with Namibia Nature Foundation for over 5 years, together supporting marine conservation in Namibia. They are a passionate, efficient, highly dedicated and knowledgeable team that are fantastic to work with.
Judith Brown
Blue Marine Foundation
Working with NNF on groundbreaking initiatives like Waves of Change and NIMPA+ has been an incredibly rewarding experience. At GRID-Arendal, we are dedicated to connecting people with critical environmental knowledge, and NNF has been an outstanding partner in this mission.
Rob Barnes
GRID-ARENDAL Creative Lead, Communications Program
For us at SAERI, it has been a real pleasure to work as an NNF partner to provide science, evidence, and data management support as NNF continues to grow and develop its meaningful contributions to nature and society.
Tara Pelembe
International Director |South Atlantic Environmental Research Institute (SAERI)
Through NNF’s technical support, our team managed to establish a fully registered NGO with an element of advocating for Environment in our constituency and have also established youth groups.
