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World Environment Day

2026-06-052026-06-08

In coverage

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  1. June 2026
  2. The Namibian

    The concerns come as Namibia marks World Environment Day today, which is observed annually and encourages awareness and action to protect the environment.

    Disposable nappies: Oshikoto’s growing waste problem
  3. The Namibian

    As Namibia joins the rest of the world in commemorating World Environment Day, deputy environmental commissioner Caroline Garus-Oas says nature offers some of the most effective solutions to climate change.

    Nature holds key to climate fight
  4. The Namibian

    As the world celebrates World Environment Day, firewood remains a primary source of energy for many families in Windhoek’s informal settlements, contributing to deforestation and land degradation around the capital.

    NOT SUSTAINABLE
Tourism & Environment

Disposable nappies pose growing waste challenge for Oshikoto

The News

Improper disposal of disposable nappies is contributing to pollution and pressure on waste management systems in Oshikoto region, particularly in Onyaanya, Oniipa and Onayena constituencies, according to a Strategic Environmental Assessment for the regional land-use plan.

Why it matters

Improper disposal of disposable nappies creating growing pollution and waste management challenges across Oshikoto region.

20 hours ago · The Namibian

Yesterday

  1. Disposable nappies pose growing waste challenge for Oshikoto

    Improper disposal of disposable nappies is contributing to pollution and pressure on waste management systems in Oshikoto region, particularly in Onyaanya, Oniipa and Onayena constituencies, according to a Strategic Environmental Assessment for the regional land-use plan.

    20 hours ago · The Namibian

Friday 5 June

  1. Deputy commissioner: Nature offers solutions to climate change

    Namibia's deputy environmental commissioner Caroline Garus-Oas says protecting natural ecosystems such as forests, rivers, oceans and wetlands is critical in addressing climate change, noting that trees and algae absorb carbon dioxide and help maintain environmental balance. She also advocates for sustainable cities incorporating climate-smart buildings, solar energy and green spaces as nature-based solutions.

    5 June 2026 · The Namibian

  2. Firewood use in Windhoek settlements drives deforestation

    Firewood remains a primary energy source for many families in Windhoek's informal settlements, contributing to deforestation and land degradation around the capital.

    5 June 2026 · The Namibian

World Environment Day — Namibian press coverage · Namibia Minute