Also known as: LLPBN
Namibian government board overseeing livestock industry regulation and disease response, recently appointed Vehaka Tjimune as CEO.
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Windhoek Observer
Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia attributed beef export decline primarily to restricted slaughter supply and herd rebuilding
“The LLPBN attributed the decline primarily to restricted slaughter supply and herd rebuilding rather than weak demand.”
Outreach targets EU market access for communal cattleThe Namibian
LLPBN increased standard livestock values for 2026/27 levies
“The LLPBN earlier this year increased standard livestock values used to calculate levies for 2026/27.”
Namibia considers foot-and-mouth disease levy to boost fundsThe Namibian
Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia (LLPBN) has contracted South African firm AfriCompliance to accredit 15 truck disinfection facilities
“The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia (LLPBN) has contracted South African firm AfriCompliance to accredit 15 truck disinfection facilities to prevent foot-and-mouth disease transmission.”
SA wash bays targeted in FMD fightInformanté
Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia has contracted AfriCompliance to evaluate 15 wash and disinfection facilities
“The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia (LLPBN) has contracted South African compliance company AfriCompliance to evaluate 15 wash and disinfection facilities identified for possible accreditation.”
Namibia moves to strengthen FMD safeguards as South Africa secures more vaccinesInformanté
Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia appointed Vehaka M. Tjimune as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 September 2026
“THE Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia (LLPBN) has appointed Vehaka M. Tjimune as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 September 2026.”
Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia appoints Vehaka Tjimune as new CEOThe Namibian
Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia appointed Vehaka Tjimune as its new chief executive
“The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia (LLPBN) has appointed Vehaka Tjimune as its new chief executive.”
Livestock board gets new bossWindhoek Observer
Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia contracted South African compliance company AfriCompliance to evaluate suitable disinfection facilities
“The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia (LLPBN) has contracted South African compliance company AfriCompliance to evaluate suitable disinfection facilities in South Africa.”
Livestock industry moves towards solution on SA truck backloadsInformanté
The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia (LLPBN) has contracted AfriCompliance to evaluate suitable disinfection facilities
“The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia (LLPBN) has contracted South African compliance company AfriCompliance to evaluate suitable disinfection facilities along key livestock transport routes.”
South Africa says foot-and-mouth disease under control as Namibia strengthens safeguardsWindhoek Observer
Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia is preparing a formal proposal to the government on the arrangement
“The LLPBN is preparing a formal proposal to the government on the arrangement, while guidance is also being sought from the Treasury on the appropriate financial structure.”
EU livestock inspections resume under temporary funding arrangementInformanté
The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia has defended its role, saying it is not seeking to harm producers but attempting to prevent market disruptions
“The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia (LLPBN) has defended its role, saying it is not seeking to harm producers but is attempting to prevent disruptions to the market.”
Namibia’s largest goat exporter quits after costs soarThe FMD Support Fund has mobilised more than N$1.5 million worth of biosecurity products, surveillance kits and camping equipment to support 30 Directorate of Veterinary Services teams responding to the Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak in the //Kharas Region, with supplies provided by industry partners Agra, CYMOT, Agrimark and SWAVET.
3 October 2026 · Informanté →
The FMD Support Fund has mobilised more than N$1.5 million worth of biosecurity products, surveillance kits and camping equipment to support 30 Directorate of Veterinary Services teams responding to the Foot-and-Mouth Disease outbreak in the //Kharas Region, with supplies provided by industry partners Agra, CYMOT, Agrimark and SWAVET.
3 October 2026 · Informanté →
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 →
Namibia is developing a plan to divide its foot-and-mouth disease-free livestock zone into smaller zones following an FMD outbreak at a commercial farm in the ||Kharas region. Authorities are assessing costs and logistics, though some farmers worry stricter movement controls could create operational bottlenecks.
24 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The ministry of agriculture, water and land reform, with the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia, Directorate of Veterinary Services, and Namibia National Farmers Union has launched a two-week nationwide outreach campaign starting 21 September to help communal livestock producers south of the Veterinary Cordon Fence meet EU market access requirements, including 90-day residency in Namibia's FMD-free zone and 40 days on a single registered farm before slaughter.
22 September 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's pig producers say the sector lacks veterinarians specialising in pigs, which could challenge growth as local producers currently supply about 41% of pork consumed in Namibia. Industry leaders suggest farmers can manage health risks through vaccination and biosecurity, and that general veterinarians and South African specialists can still assist when disease problems arise.
16 September 2026 · The Namibian →
South African cattle judge PJ Budler says good genetics must be paired with herd management, finances, grazing, and marketing for a profitable farm. He identified eight key management areas—genetics, herd management, nutrition, animal health, marketing, record-keeping, forage management, and human resource management—as essential for cattle farmers to succeed.
16 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia is considering a new foot-and-mouth disease levy to raise funds to protect the livestock industry against the growing threat of the disease. The proposed temporary levy, paid by both livestock buyers and sellers, could be around 0.76% of the value of a livestock transaction, though the final rate has not yet been confirmed and the measure is still under consultation.
14 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia has contracted South African firm AfriCompliance to accredit 15 truck disinfection facilities in South Africa to prevent foot-and-mouth disease transmission through livestock vehicles returning from deliveries. The accreditation will ensure facilities comply with biosecurity standards and effective cleaning procedures as part of Namibia's efforts to reduce FMD introduction risk.
8 September 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia's Livestock and Livestock Products Board has contracted AfriCompliance to evaluate 15 South African wash and disinfection facilities for accreditation, aiming to reduce foot-and-mouth disease risk through proper cleaning of livestock vehicles returning from South Africa.
6 September 2026 · Informanté →
The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia has appointed Vehaka M. Tjimune as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 September 2026. Tjimune brings more than 37 years of leadership experience in the agri-food sector across government, producer organisations, the private sector and international development institutions.
5 September 2026 · Informanté →
The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia has appointed Vehaka Tjimune as its new chief executive. Tjimune brings more than 37 years' experience in agriculture and food sectors across government, private sector, and international development institutions, and most recently served as senior policy adviser for agriculture and land at GIZ.
2 September 2026 · The Namibian →
The Namibia Agriculture Union reports progress toward allowing livestock trucks to return from South Africa with backloads after undergoing approved cleaning and disinfection procedures aligned with World Organisation for Animal Health standards. The Livestock Producers' Organisation and Directorate of Veterinary Services are developing a system with certification and documentation to address logistical and financial burdens created by current foot-and-mouth disease restrictions.
27 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
South Africa's Agriculture Minister said South Africa is dealing with its largest-ever foot-and-mouth disease outbreak but bringing it increasingly under control, and has provided 50,000 vaccine doses each to Namibia, Eswatini and Lesotho to strengthen regional preparedness.
23 August 2026 · Informanté →
Namibian livestock producers supplying EU markets faced inspection suspensions when the Directorate of Veterinary Services' operational budget was exhausted. A temporary arrangement now allows producers to cover travel and related costs of state veterinarians conducting required EU certification inspections, channelled through the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia.
20 August 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
André Rossouw Trust, Namibia's largest goat exporter, has withdrawn from the live-goat export market, citing rising costs—including testing, permits, and transport—that make up about 30% of the average auction price and logistical challenges such as delays in test results. The withdrawal affects the KwaZulu-Natal market in South Africa and poses concerns for emerging and communal farmers dependent on the goat trade.
19 August 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia's livestock export industry faced pressure when the Directorate of Veterinary Services suspended annual EU certification inspections due to budget exhaustion, risking producers' access to export markets; a temporary arrangement was reached with producers covering state veterinarian travel costs during the interim period.
15 August 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia and the United States are strengthening cooperation in the livestock sector through a roadshow hosted by the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia and the Namibian Stud Breeders Association, seeking alternative sources of high-quality breeding stock and reproductive material as regional livestock disease outbreaks disrupt traditional supply chains.
8 August 2026 · Informanté →
A US delegation including officials from the Department of Agriculture's foreign agricultural service and the US Livestock Genetics Export organisation is visiting Namibia to explore opportunities for cooperation in livestock genetics. The visit, hosted by the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia, includes farm tours and a business-to-business networking session with Namibian stud breeders, as local breeders face challenges accessing superior genetics due to foot-and-mouth disease in South Africa.
5 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Sheep farmers at a Livestock Producers Organisation indaba in Mariental unanimously agreed to establish a producer-driven company to improve farm profitability and increase producer participation in the livestock value chain. Founder shares will cost N$7500 per share, with Cirrus Capital appointed to implement the offering.
27 July 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Namibia's Livestock and Livestock Products Board will implement a standardised definition of "carcass" and "cold dressed mass" from 1 August 2026 to ensure uniform weighing procedures and payment practices across all abattoirs. The amendment applies to cattle, sheep, goat and pig producers and abattoir operators, specifying which parts must be removed or retained and establishing consistent deductions before payment.
24 July 2026 · Informanté →
Namibian weaner calf prices are trading significantly below South African levels, with LLPBN auction data showing prices averaging around N$34.47 per kilogram compared to South African prices of around R46.03 per kilogram. The widening gap is attributed to higher export costs, foot-and-mouth disease restrictions, and logistical challenges.
24 July 2026 · Informanté →
The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia has introduced changes to the livestock trade permit regime to improve trade facilitation, including allowing transfer of ownership of controlled livestock products between registered importers and extending transit permit validity from seven to fourteen days.
19 July 2026 · Informanté →
Namibia has installed a semi-automated vehicle disinfection spray system at Ariamsvlei border post to prevent the spread of foot-and-mouth disease. The two-stage system, the first of three planned installations at border posts, uses water followed by disinfectant to inactivate the FMD virus.
4 July 2026 · Informanté →
Zambia has lifted its export ban on maize grain and maize meal, allowing Namibian businesses to resume imports through the Zambian Commodities Exchange (ZAMACE) platform. The move, notified to Namibia's agricultural sector through official channels, is expected to improve access to maize supplies for Namibia.
22 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
Local livestock producer prices remained broadly firm during the week ending 15 June, with premium beef cattle commanding prices of up to N$79.50 per kilogram and slaughter sheep selling for more than N$41/kg on average at auction, according to the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia.
17 June 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
An animal auction at Oshaambelo Production Development Centre in Omusati sold 65 of 118 animals for N$373,150, with an auctioneer attributing low buyer participation to preference for informal trade. The ministry and livestock board support monthly auctions in the Northern Communal Areas to help farmers obtain fair prices through competition.
19 May 2026 · The Namibian →
The Supreme Court of Namibia ruled that the Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia did not meet the legal standard to claim "wasted costs" in a dispute linked to the veterinary cordon fence. The court found that the Board's claim that changes to court papers caused it to incur unnecessary legal costs did not meet the threshold for wasted costs.
5 May 2026 · Windhoek Observer →
The Livestock and Livestock Products Board of Namibia is introducing a market share promotion scheme requiring importers to purchase from local producers before receiving import quotas, aimed at boosting domestic poultry production, food security, and job creation as Namibia currently produces about 85% of its poultry needs.
11 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Namibia is self-sufficient in eggs and meets over 85% of its poultry demand through domestic production, which grew to a production value of N$1.74 billion in 2024 and is projected to expand further. The Poultry Producers' Association noted significant growth potential, though the sector faces supply gaps in processed poultry products and seeks export opportunities leveraging the country's disease-free status.
8 April 2026 · The Namibian →
An animal auction at Otjetjekua village in Kunene raised N$583 200 from the sale of 75 out of 91 head of cattle, conducted by Harambee Communal Auctioneers in partnership with local cooperatives and government support. The auction highlighted farmer challenges including low buyer numbers and lack of modern facilities, prompting the cooperative to seek funding for improved infrastructure.
24 March 2026 · The Namibian →