Also known as: 2026 Epukiro Business and Agricultural Expo
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Informanté
… Masake made these remarks at the official opening of the 2026 Epukiro Business and Agricultural Expo in the Omaheke Region, where she spoke on behalf of the Prime Minister, Dr Tjitunga Elijah Ngurare. …
Masake urges stakeholders to invest in youth-led agricultural enterprisesThe Namibian
… In a speech read on his behalf at the official opening of the Epukiro Business and Agricultural Expo on Friday, Ngurare said NDP6 seeks an economy that is more diversified, productive, inclusive and capable of creating decent employment. …
Agriculture a key pillar to achieve NDP6 – NgurareWindhoek Observer
… The target was highlighted by deputy minister of agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform Ruthy Masake, speaking on behalf of Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare at the official opening of the 2026 Epukiro Business and Agricultural Expo in Omaheke Region on Friday. …
Namibia targets 80% food self-sufficiency by 2030Deputy Minister of Agriculture Ruthy Masake called on the private sector, traditional authorities and other stakeholders to identify and support bankable agricultural projects led by young people, noting that young Namibians need access to skills, finance, land, infrastructure and mentorship to participate effectively across the agricultural value chain.
27 August 2026 · Informanté →
Deputy Minister of Agriculture Ruthy Masake called on the private sector, traditional authorities and other stakeholders to identify and support bankable agricultural projects led by young people, noting that young Namibians need access to skills, finance, land, infrastructure and mentorship to participate effectively across the agricultural value chain.
27 August 2026 · Informanté →
Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare says agriculture is foundational to Namibia's Sixth National Development Plan and must move beyond primary production to encompass full value chains. NDP6 targets Namibia producing 80% of its national food requirements by 2030, up from the current 60%.
24 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia aims to produce 80% of its national food requirements by 2030, up from a current baseline of 60%, according to the Sixth National Development Plan. The government plans to shift agriculture from subsistence production toward a commercially driven sector focused on creating jobs, wealth, and sustainable livelihoods through stronger value chains, improved market access, and greater investment in agro-processing.
24 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →