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Tuesday, 6 October 2026
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Ana Beatriz Martins

Also known as: EU Ambassador Ana Beatriz Martins · H.E. Ana Beatriz Martins

2023-11-292026-10-06

What’s been said

Key points drawn from coverage. Tap a point to see the original sentence.

  1. October 2026
  2. Informanté

    Ana Beatriz Martins commended Namibia's swift response to the outbreak

    Source

    “Ana Beatriz Martins, EU Ambassador to Namibia, commended Namibia's swift response to the outbreak.”

    FMD outbreak triggers temporary EU meat import suspension
  3. Windhoek Observer

    EU Ambassador Ana Beatriz Martins said the EU commends Namibia's response to the outbreak

    Source

    “EU Ambassador to Namibia Ana Beatriz Martins said the EU commends Namibia's response and remains ready to work with the government and veterinary authorities to contain the outbreak and protect farmers' livelihoods.”

    EU suspends Namibian meat imports over FMD
  4. Windhoek Observer

    EU Ambassador Ana Beatriz Martins commended Namibian authorities for swift, transparent and professional response

    Source

    “Martins said the EU had been informed of the outbreak and commended Namibian authorities for what she described as a swift, transparent and professional response.”

    EU assesses Namibia FMD outbreak as support fund mobilises N$1.5m response
  5. July 2026
  6. Windhoek Observer

    EU Ambassador Ana Beatriz Martins said the European Union warmly congratulates Namibia on implementing FATF's recommendations in record time

    Source

    “EU Ambassador to Namibia, Ana Beatriz Martins, said: "The European Union warmly congratulates Namibia on this important achievement of implementing FATF's recommendations in record time.”

    EU welcomes Namibia’s FATF delisting
  7. February 2026
  8. Informanté

    Ana Beatriz Martins signed opinion piece urging Russia cease war of aggression against Ukraine

    Source

    “The opinion piece was signed by the European Union Ambassador to Namibia, Ana Beatriz Martins; Finland's Ambassador to Namibia, Katja Kalamäki; France's Ambassador to Namibia, Cécile Vigneau; Germany's Ambassador to Namibia, Thorsten Hutter; Portugal's Ambassador to Namibia, Rui Carmo; and Spain's Ambassador to Namibia, Javier Pagalday.”

    Namibia-based European ambassadors reaffirm support for Ukraine, urge end to war
  9. Informanté

    EU Ambassador Ana Beatriz Martins revealed vehicles valued at N$10 million

    Source

    “EU Ambassador Ana Beatriz Martins revealed that the vehicles are valued at N$10 million.”

    Agriculture ministry receives EU-funded vehicles to support communal farmers
  10. New Era

    EU ambassador Ana Beatriz Martins said donation supports farmers in NCA to meet top standards in beef production

    Source

    “EU ambassador Ana Beatriz Martins said the donation is to support farmers in NCA meet top standards in beef production for local and export markets.”

    EU donates N$10m agri ministry
  11. August 2024
  12. The Namibian

    EU ambassador to Namibia Ana Beatriz Martins said the aim is to strengthen Namibia's capacity in financial systems, transparency and accountability

    Source

    “Speaking at a workshop in Windhoek on Monday morning, EU ambassador to Namibia Ana Beatriz Martins said the aim is to strengthen Namibia's capacity in financial systems, transparency and accountability.”

    EU pushes support to fight Namibia’s greylisting
  13. May 2024
  14. The Namibian

    Ana Beatriz Martins hosted reception at EU residence in Windhoek to celebrate Europe Day

    Source

    “European Union (EU) ambassador to Namibia Ana Beatriz Martins hosted a reception at the union's residence in Windhoek to celebrate Europe Day on Tuesday.”

    EU ambassador marks Europe Day in Namibia, emphasises green hydrogen partnership
  15. November 2023
  16. The Namibian

    Ana Beatriz Martins has commended Namibia's ambition of green industrialisation

    Source

    “European Union (EU) ambassador to Namibia Ana Beatriz Martins has commended Namibia's ambition of green industrialisation.”

    EU commends Namibia’s parallel energy strategy
Agriculture & Land

EU suspends fresh meat imports from Namibia after FMD outbreak

The News

The European Union has temporarily suspended imports of fresh meat from cattle, sheep, goats, and relevant farmed and wild ungulates from Namibia following the country's Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak confirmed on 23 September 2026. Processed meat that has undergone the most severe risk-mitigating treatment prescribed in EU legislation remains eligible for entry.

19 hours ago · Informanté →

Yesterday

  1. EU suspends fresh meat imports from Namibia after FMD outbreak

    The European Union has temporarily suspended imports of fresh meat from cattle, sheep, goats, and relevant farmed and wild ungulates from Namibia following the country's Foot and Mouth Disease outbreak confirmed on 23 September 2026. Processed meat that has undergone the most severe risk-mitigating treatment prescribed in EU legislation remains eligible for entry.

    19 hours ago · Informanté →

  2. EU temporarily suspends Namibian meat imports following FMD outbreak

    The European Union has temporarily suspended entry of fresh beef, sheep and goat meat and certain other animal products from Namibia's previously FMD-free zone following an outbreak confirmed on 23 September 2026 in the //Kharas Region, described as a precautionary animal-health response. Processed meat that has undergone prescribed EU risk-mitigation treatment remains eligible for entry, and consignments of fresh meat certified before 23 September may enter within 90 days.

    20 hours ago · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 1 October

  1. EU assesses FMD outbreak; support fund mobilises N$1.5m response

    The European Union is assessing Namibia's foot-and-mouth disease outbreak and any protective measures needed for EU animal and public health, with the EU commending Namibian authorities' response. The FMD Support Fund has mobilised more than N$1.5 million in biosecurity products, surveillance kits and camping equipment for Namibia's FMD response.

    1 October 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Thursday 9 July

  1. EU to remove Namibia from financial crime monitoring list by year-end

    Following Namibia's removal from the Financial Action Task Force grey list in June, the EU has initiated an internal legislative procedure expected to result in Namibia's removal from the EU's anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CTF) list by the end of the year, subject to a European Parliament vote. The EU clarified that its financial crime monitoring jurisdiction list does not constitute sanctions or restrictions on trade, investment, or development cooperation.

    9 July 2026 · Informanté →

Wednesday 8 July

  1. EU congratulates Namibia on removal from FATF grey list

    The European Union congratulated Namibia on its removal from the Financial Action Task Force grey list in June 2026, recognising progress in strengthening the country's financial system. The EU supported Namibia's implementation of the FATF Action Plan through capacity building to over 150 officials across law enforcement and justice institutions.

    8 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →

Wednesday 25 February

  1. European ambassadors in Namibia call for end to Russia-Ukraine war

    Six European ambassadors accredited to Namibia have issued a joint opinion piece expressing solidarity with Ukraine and urging that Russia cease its war of aggression in 2026. The statement details the humanitarian toll, including the forced transfer of approximately 20,000 Ukrainian children by Russia, widespread civilian casualties, and disruptions to global food security and energy exports.

    25 February 2026 · Informanté →

Sunday 22 February

  1. EU donates nine vehicles to support Namibian communal farmers

    The Ministry of Agriculture has received nine EU-funded vehicles—eight Land Cruisers and one truck, valued at N$10 million—to strengthen livestock value chains in the Northern Communal Areas. The vehicles, including two mobile veterinary clinics, aim to improve animal health monitoring, combat Foot and Mouth Disease, and enhance market access for communal farmers.

    22 February 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 20 February

  1. EU donates vehicles to boost livestock health in north

    The European Union has donated nine vehicles valued at N$10 million to Namibia's Ministry of Agriculture, including eight Land Cruiser bakkies and two mobile veterinary clinics, to strengthen animal health surveillance and disease control in the Northern Communal Areas. The fleet will support efforts to combat Foot-and-Mouth Disease, improve traceability, and help farmers meet export standards.

    20 February 2026 · New Era →

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