The effect of the late rains is finally showing in the vegetation condition maps. Remember that these maps show the condition at this time compared to the same time of year for the last 10 years. 1/

Delighted to have Stephen Kavanagh in #Namibia this week. Particularly proud to be able to showcase 🇬🇧 🇳🇦 collaboration and how Interpol can support this country in tackling so many issues UK in Namibia🇬🇧🇳🇦 Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

Anti poaching initiatives are so important in #Namibia . Which is why Interpol needs strong leadership to make a real difference to this and other challenges that countries face. Glad Stephen Kavanagh could see this during his visit here UK in Namibia🇬🇧🇳🇦

In beautiful Namibia 🇳🇦 to discuss environmental crime, human trafficking, and drug smuggling - all issues which INTERPOL must do more on for Africa. Excellent meetings seeking Namibian government views @ukinnamibia Charles Moore

Serious drought conditions across the country. Government ministries and farmers must prepare accordingly! Food security will be threatened in many rural areas, and livestock/wildlife numbers should be managed carefully. namibiarangelands.com

Perspective of a rhino

📹 Ivan Carter

Namibia now Africa’s second-fastest-growing FDI destination

Namibia has emerged as Africa's second-fastest-growing market and fifth in the world in terms of foreign direct investment (FDI), with GDP growth forecasted at 2.7% in 2024 according to fDi Intelligence.

The study,

Africa's Best Governed Countries (2024)

1. Mauritius 🇲🇺

2. Namibia 🇳🇦

3. South Africa 🇿🇦

4. Botswana 🇧🇼

5. Ghana 🇬🇭

6. Senegal 🇸🇳

7. Malawi 🇲🇼

8. Lesotho 🇱🇸

9. Burkina Faso 🇧🇫

10. The Gambia 🇬🇲

Source: 2024 World Economics Governance Index.

Namibia 🇳🇦, where the Namib Desert meets the Atlantic Ocean.

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Namibia attracts N$33 billion in oil, gas FDI in 3 years

….forecasted to become top 15 oil rich countries in the world

The Bank of Namibia (BoN) says the oil and gas sector yielded N$33.4 billion in foreign direct investments (FDI) inflows between 2021 and 2023.

The apex bank

Anti-poaching Rangers are also brilliant in Namibia - home to the world's largest free-roaming population of black rhino - where poachers have killed 28 rhino so far in 2024.
They do a great job in incredibly difficult circumstances.
Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism
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The Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has recorded 28 rhinos poached in Namibia from January to date. buff.ly/43IdN3z

Green desert. Congrats Namibia: the arid country's green industry will produce its first green hydrogen and ammonia in July at one of three hydrogen projects starting in the country, all generating their own solar electricity. The hydrogen will be used to power trains and more.🇳🇦

A fabulous event, which showcased the extraordinary talent and vibrancy of young 🇳🇦 designers.

UK in Namibia🇬🇧🇳🇦 was proud to partner #MyUNAM to make this happen, and grateful to all #Commonwealth Diplomatic Missions in 🇳🇦 for their contributions.
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Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office The Commonwealth

The Walvis Bay Salt Lake in Namibia

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Delighted to meet the participants of a workshop on #GBV - an important & challenging issue for both 🇬🇧 and 🇳🇦 - sponsored by UK in Namibia🇬🇧🇳🇦 & run by Lifeline/Childline Namibia.
It's vital to raise awareness & support law enforcement in addressing one of society's most damaging issues.
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Excited to show you the spectacular work of 11 talented young 🇳🇦designers!
#countdown #commonwealthfashion

The UK condemns in the strongest terms the deadly terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall near Moscow.

We offer our heartfelt condolences and express our deepest sympathy to the families of the many victims.

Nothing can ever justify such horrific violence.

🇳🇦 On this #WorldWaterDay , let's not forget that Namibia is the driest country south of the Sahara, that water is a vital resource here, even more precious than elsewhere, and that this major challenge deserves the attention of all friends and partners of the Land of the Brave 💧

The blue spots on these maps (representing good rainfall received and thus better vegetation) are getting smaller and more isolated. Most of the country facing a serious drought this year. For more information and detailed maps of each region, visit namibiarangelands.com