Also known as: Minister Inge Zaamwani · minister Zaamwani · minister of agriculture, fisheries, water and Land reform Inge Zaamwani · Inge I. Zaamwani · Ms. Inge I. Zaamwani · agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani · agriculture minister Inge Zamwaani · Minister of Agriculture, Water and Land Reform Inge Zaamwani · land reformist Inge Zaamwani
Inge Zaamwani — Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, addressing fishing governance, marine resource protection, and agri-food sector transformation.
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Windhoek Observer
Inge Zaamwani said the ministry has identified ecologically and biologically sensitive areas and is working towards declaring them protected areas
“Zaamwani said the ministry has already identified ecologically and biologically sensitive areas (EBSAs) and is working towards formally declaring some of them protected areas.”
Only 1.69% of oceans protected nationallyInformanté
Minister Inge Zaamwani highlighted the need to strengthen marine conservation efforts
“The Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, Inge Zaamwani, has highlighted the need to strengthen marine conservation efforts, as the 2026 United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Target Tracker indicates that less than 2% of the country's marine areas are currently under conservation protection.”
Only 1.69% of Namibia’s marine areas under conservation protectionInformanté
Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform Minister Inge Zaamwani accompanied the President to the Sikondo Green Scheme Irrigation Project
“The President arrived at the project accompanied by Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform Minister Inge Zaamwani and Minister in the Presidency Charles Mubita.”
Nandi-Ndaitwah assesses Kavango West Irrigation ProjectWindhoek Observer
Inge Zaamwani told Parliament authorities had intensified disease prevention measures along Namibia's southern border
“In February, minister of agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform Inge Zaamwani told Parliament that authorities had intensified disease prevention measures along Namibia's southern border.”
LPO calls for united front against FMDInformanté
Minister of Agriculture Inge Zaamwani said the importance of land reform has become more pronounced within the broader Namibian development agenda
“"The term of office of these Commissioners commenced on 1 May 2026 and will run until 30 April 2029. The new members are assuming office at a time when the importance of land reform has become even more pronounced within the broader Namibian development agenda," said the Minister of Agriculture, Inge Zaamwani.”
Agriculture ministry appoints new Land Reform Advisory CommissionThe Namibian
Minister Inge Zaamwani said the government is instituting land reform through key policies and laws to address historical injustices
“This was said by minister of agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform Inge Zaamwani in a speech read on her behalf by deputy agriculture minister Ruthy Masake in Windhoek yesterday.”
Govt targets colonial imbalances in land reformWindhoek Observer
Minister Inge Zaamwani is represented by Deputy minister Ruthy Masake
“Deputy minister of agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform Ruthy Masake, speaking on behalf of minister Inge Zaamwani, said land reform remains one of Namibia's most urgent national priorities.”
New land commission tasked with tackling inequalityInformanté
Inge Zaamwani is Namibian fisheries minister
“OUT: Namibian fisheries minister Inge Zaamwani.”
BCC ministers approve five-year ocean action planWindhoek Observer
Inge Zaamwani transferred BCC Ministerial Conference leadership to Carmen Van-Dúnem do Sacramento Neto
“Namibia's agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform minister, Inge Zaamwani, transferred leadership to Angola's fisheries and marine resources minister, Carmen Van-Dúnem do Sacramento Neto.”
BCC approves new regional marine protection planWindhoek Observer
Inge Zaamwani said Namibia loses 70,000-100,000 metric tonnes of fish annually to illegal fishing
“"At its peak, annual losses were estimated at between 70 000 and 100 000 metric tonnes of fish", she said.”
BCC approves new regional marine protection planFisheries Minister Inge Zaamwani has called on stakeholders to work together to address Namibia's growing seal population and its potential impact on fish stocks, urging a balanced, ecosystem-based approach supported by sound science and continuous monitoring to reconcile seal conservation with industry viability.
4 September 2026 · Informanté →
Fisheries Minister Inge Zaamwani has called on stakeholders to work together to address Namibia's growing seal population and its potential impact on fish stocks, urging a balanced, ecosystem-based approach supported by sound science and continuous monitoring to reconcile seal conservation with industry viability.
4 September 2026 · Informanté →
Fisheries Minister Inge Zaamwani has called for Namibia to expand onshore processing and adopt a more transparent quota allocation system that rewards investment in local factories and jobs. She also urged the industry to align harvesting capacity with biological limits, restrict commercial licenses to vessels with significant Namibian ownership, and ensure local market access to marine resources.
4 September 2026 · Informanté →
Fisheries Minister Inge Zaamwani has highlighted the importance of maintaining the health of the fishing sector, noting that while some fish stocks remain healthy, others are under significant pressure and require immediate attention. She emphasised that protecting the country's marine resources is essential to ensuring a prosperous fishing industry in the future.
4 September 2026 · Informanté →
At the opening of a three-day National Fisheries Indaba in Walvis Bay, agriculture, fisheries, water and land reform minister Inge Zaamwani called for practical reform and accountability rather than further discussion of industry challenges, urging stakeholders to produce concrete outcomes.
4 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
At the National Fisheries Indaba 2026 in Walvis Bay, Agriculture Minister Inge Zaamwani urged fisheries stakeholders to critically examine how the industry is governed, including who receives access to the national resource, on what basis, and with what transparency and accountability, while assessing impacts on jobs, incomes, value addition, and community benefits.
4 September 2026 · Informanté →
Agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani has appealed against the environmental commissioner's decision to grant an environmental clearance certificate to Namibian Marine Phosphate for the Sandpiper marine phosphate mining project, appealing against the decision in its entirety and all conditions in the certificate.
3 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Africa Aquaculture Company plans a N$4 billion Atlantic salmon production operation in Lüderitz targeting 51,000 tonnes annually and expecting to generate around 5,000 employment opportunities. The Namibia Industrial Development Agency has acquired a 40% equity stake, and the company aims to begin operations within 60 to 90 days pending completion of administrative requirements.
2 September 2026 · Informanté →
The construction of the upgraded Outapi Water Treatment Plant has reached 60% completion and is expected to be finished by June next year. The new facility will have a capacity of 490 cubic metres per hour, almost five times the original plant's capacity, and will significantly improve water supply to residents in the area.
22 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform visited the Oshakati abattoir to assess its current status, understand operational challenges, and explore government interventions to ensure the facility becomes fully operational.
21 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Outapi Abattoir is about 90% complete but will not become operational until the Ongwediva meat processing facility is fully operational and at full capacity, Agriculture Minister Inge Zaamwani said during a visit to Omusati Region. The abattoir forms part of an integrated meat value chain that includes quarantine facilities and abattoirs intended to supply the Ongwediva facility.
21 August 2026 · Informanté →
The Namibian editorial commends President Nandi-Ndaitwah for opposing seabed phosphate mining but criticizes the lack of clear policy, after environmental commissioner Timoteus Mufeti granted Namibian Marine Phosphate an environmental clearance certificate despite more than a decade of unresolved controversy.
16 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Fisheries and marine resources minister Inge Zaamwani declared zero tolerance for corruption in the management of Namibia's marine resources at a Corruption Risk Assessment Workshop in Walvis Bay, stating that allocation of fishing rights and quotas must be guided by legality, fairness, transparency, and accountability rather than personal interests or favouritism.
13 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Live cattle exports increased by 47.4% in the first half of 2026 compared with the same period in 2025, while live sheep exports rose by 58.1% year on year, the Minister of Agriculture announced at the Aminuis Annual Agricultural and Industrial Show in Omaheke Region.
8 August 2026 · Informanté →
Agriculture Minister Inge Zaamwani has urged farmers in Aminuis and the Omaheke Region to move beyond primary livestock production and embrace value addition, stating that Namibia's agricultural growth depends on producers capturing more economic benefits along the livestock value chain and creating jobs and businesses in rural communities.
7 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Agriculture Minister said Meatco remained profitable despite droughts and low cattle availability, with throughput south of the Veterinary Cordon Fence declining by 53% to 35,594 cattle. Revenue fell from N$1.865 billion to N$1.108 billion, but the company strengthened its financial position, increased cash reserves, and reduced accumulated losses.
3 August 2026 · Informanté →
The government has declared the Ikaba fishing area in the Kabulabula conservancy a fisheries reserve to protect and sustainably manage inland fish resources in Namibia's Zambezi Region, following an initiative by the Zambezi Regional Council and the Bukalo Traditional Authority.
29 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Agriculture Minister Inge Zaamwani announced efforts to convert the Strategy for the Transformation of the Agri-food Sector (STAS) into a comprehensive programme with defined priorities and investment packages. The minister aims to produce a draft programming framework within the next few months, with implementation-ready plans expected by October 2026.
28 July 2026 · Informanté →
The government has urged development partners to align financial and technical support with the country's Strategy for the Transformation of the Agri-food Sector, emphasising that implementation delays could undermine food security and job creation goals. Agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani stated the country is entering a critical implementation phase requiring coordinated investment and that transformation cannot be achieved by government alone.
28 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's government awarded a N$39.5 million contract to US company 6th Grain Corporation to use satellite imagery and artificial intelligence to monitor staple crops and improve food security, but analysts are calling for greater transparency, safeguards, and local participation in the one-year agreement.
24 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Agriculture Minister Inge Zaamwani has criticised public officials responsible for government procurement, stating that prices charged to government for construction and installation work are often four to five times higher than those offered to private sector and individuals. She questioned the transparency of the government price book used to justify the inflated costs.
24 July 2026 · Informanté →
President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah completed a seven-day state visit to China aimed at persuading the country to help Namibia build manufacturing and processing industries rather than exporting raw minerals. The visit culminated in nine cooperation instruments and elevation of bilateral ties to a Namibia-China Community with a shared future, focusing on long-term development and strategic cooperation.
21 July 2026 · New Era →
NamWater has started construction of the Naute–Keetmanshoop Water Pipeline Replacement Project, valued at N$219,697,642.12 inclusive of VAT and fully funded by the corporation. The existing pipeline has been in service since 1972.
17 July 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's Ministry of Agriculture and China's General Administration of Customs have signed a Protocol establishing phytosanitary requirements for fresh Namibian table grapes to access the Chinese market, with provisions for orchard registration, pest management, facility approval, and compliance checks.
14 July 2026 · Informanté →
The government is rolling out a N$1.5-billion fencing project in the ||Kharas region to protect Namibia's foot-and-mouth disease-free status as outbreaks spread in South Africa and Botswana. The veterinary fencing aims to strengthen FMD defences, create buffer zones, and protect beef exports to markets like the European Union and China.
12 July 2026 · The Namibian →
During a state visit to China, Namibia's agriculture minister praised advancements at the Sichuan Agriculture Research Station and said the country wants cooperation to include technology transfer and Chinese companies establishing local assembly plants for agricultural machinery, rather than simply importing equipment.
9 July 2026 · The Namibian →
Agriculture minister Inge Zaamwani has dismissed claims that N$6.2 million was stolen from the Agro Marketing and Trade Agency (Amta), characterizing the allegations as inaccurate.
8 July 2026 · Namibian Sun →
PDM Member of Parliament Inna Hengari has raised concerns about the implementation and accountability of the Northern Communal Areas Price Equalisation Fund for farmers, calling for clear timelines, oversight mechanisms and structural safeguards. She submitted formal questions to the minister of agriculture on Wednesday regarding long-standing inequalities affecting northern farmers, including lower cattle prices and limited market access.
2 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Government has launched a revised National Resettlement Policy (2023–2033) that strengthens land tenure security and expands support systems for beneficiaries. The policy allows resettlement beneficiaries to move from leasehold to freehold ownership once they meet specified conditions, improving tenure security and enabling land rights to be used as collateral for credit.
1 July 2026 · New Era →
Namibia's fishing industry has cautioned that the government's proposal to increase the bycatch levy from 15% to 50% could threaten company viability and lead to job losses and vessel shutdowns. The Namibian Hake Association warns the measure, combined with stricter bycatch thresholds and forfeiture provisions, would be punitive rather than corrective, and says the industry was not meaningfully consulted before the proposal reached Cabinet.
30 June 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's agriculture minister has implemented a Cabinet decision to increase the penalty levy on bycatch from 15% to 50%, citing alarming increases in bycatch volumes and threats to marine biodiversity. The ministry convened stakeholder consultations in response to some fisheries recording increases of more than 200% in bycatch over the past decades.
29 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →