Nutrition and Food Security Alliance of Namibia

06/10/2026

29/09/2026

Today, NAFSAN joined the World Heart Day awareness event at Pupkewitz MegaBuild, promoting the importance of nutrition and healthy lifestyles for heart health.

What we eat and how we live can play an important role in our risk of cardiovascular diseases. Choosing a balanced diet, staying physically active and making healthier lifestyle choices can contribute to a healthier heart and overall well-being.

29/09/2026

25/09/2026

The final day of our Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Exhibition and Dialogues was a special one.

Beyond the dialogue on “Food Security & Sustainable Agriculture: Moving Towards Self-Sufficiency” and the guided tours of the exhibition, we brought the two-day event to a close through the power of film.

We gathered in the cinema to watch The Last Seed (2022), a documentary exploring broad themes around the state of food and agriculture in Africa in the 21st century.

As we closed the N4G Exhibition and Dialogues, the film provided a fitting opportunity to reflect beyond policies and commitments and consider the lived experiences of the people who produce our food.

We thank all the Government institutions, civil society organisations, development partners, academia, private sector representatives, farmers, communities, learners and other stakeholders who contributed to making the N4G Exhibition and Dialogues a meaningful space for learning, reflection and dialogue.

23/09/2026

Before the conversations began and in between the dialogue sessions school learners had an opportunity to engage with the Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Exhibition through guided tours.
Learners were taken through the exhibition, including posters explaining Namibia’s Nutrition for Growth commitments, what these commitments mean and how they relate to the country’s nutrition landscape.

The guided tours provided an opportunity for young people to learn more about nutrition, understand the commitments made by Namibia and see how different sectors and stakeholders are contributing to the fight against malnutrition.

23/09/2026

Day Two of the Nutrition for Growth Exhibitions and Dialogues

Following the official opening of the Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Exhibition and Dialogues by the Secretary to Cabinet, Amb. Emilia Mkusa, Day Two shifted the focus towards dialogue, reflection and collective action.

The day featured two important panel discussions.

The first, under the theme “Health and Nutrition for All: Bridging the Gaps Around Malnutrition,” explored the causes and drivers of malnutrition, the positive efforts already being implemented to address the challenge, and, importantly, what more needs to be done to accelerate progress towards improved nutrition outcomes in Namibia.

The second panel focused on “Right Start for Children in Namibia: How to Build Lasting Momentum.” The discussion examined why Early Childhood Development (ECD) matters, milestones Namibia has achieved in advancing ECD, while also examining the challenges and areas that require greater attention and collective action.

The conversation further posed a thought-provoking question: What would be different in our Namibian society 50 years from now if we get ECD right?

We are grateful to the Government institutions, civil society organisations and other stakeholders who participated in these important conversations and contributed their perspectives, experiences and expertise.

22/09/2026

Watch livestream: Official Opening of the Nutrition for Growth Exhibitions and Dialogues.
📍 Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre
📅 23–24 September 2026
Be part of the conversation.

21/09/2026

The last two weeks have been busy and exciting as we prepare for the Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Dialogues and Exhibition, taking place from 23–24 September 2026 at the Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre.

Beyond the logistics and preparations, we have also been on various radio and television platforms, creating awareness about the event and inviting everyone to join us for this important conversation.

Over the next two days, we will come together to reflect on the progress Namibia has made towards the commitments we made under Nutrition for Growth, take stock of where we are, and discuss what more needs to be done to improve nutrition outcomes in Namibia.

This is a conversation that requires all of us from Government to civil society, development partners, academia, the private sector and communities.

Join us, let’s talk nutrition.

13/09/2026

📣 **Help us showcase civil society’s contribution to nutrition in Namibia!**

From **22 to 24 September 2026**, NAFSAN and the Government of the Republic of Namibia, together with their partners, will present:

**Nutrition in Namibia: Key for Growth and Development**
📍 Franco-Namibian Cultural Centre, Windhoek

The event will reflect on progress towards Namibia’s Nutrition for Growth commitments through an exhibition, guided tours, nutrition dialogues and a screening of *The Last Seed*.

NAFSAN is inviting civil-society organisations, academic institutions and committed private-sector partners to share their contributions to these national commitments.

Your contribution could include:

- A project, programme or community activity
- Research or materials developed
- Advocacy, training or awareness work
- Achievements, lessons or success stories
- Photographs for the exhibition
- Videos, publications or webpages that can be shared through QR codes

The exhibition will cover sustainable food production, community health and food safety, access to food, nutritional health services, children’s nutrition, healthy diets, investment in nutrition and multi-sectoral collaboration.

📧 Send your information and materials to **[email protected]**
📞 Enquiries: **085 771 1229**

Please share this invitation with organisations and individuals whose work deserves to be represented.

More information on Namibia’s commitments:
https://globalnutritionreport.org/resources/naf/commitment-tracker/?target_country=NA&sort_by=parent_organisation__title

11/09/2026

Strengthening Early Childhood Development, from the very start

NAFSAN was among the stakeholders supporting the Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare (MGECW) in conducting regional advocacy meetings on the Right Start and Family-Based Early Childhood Development (ECD) Programmes across Namibia’s 14 regions.

The programmes focus on supporting parents, caregivers and communities to provide nurturing, stimulating and play-based learning experiences for children aged 0–2 years, particularly during the critical first 1,000 days of life.

By extending support beyond formal ECD centres, the programmes aim to reach children and families in rural, low-income and underserved communities, complementing existing ECD services.

The regional advocacy exercise provided an opportunity to sensitise regional stakeholders on the programmes and their importance, share experiences, insights and recommendations, and strengthen coordination among stakeholders.

The exercise also aimed to build a shared understanding of Namibia’s vision for an integrated and multisectoral approach to ECD and support the effective implementation of the Right Start and Family-Based ECD Programmes across the country.

Investing in children from the very beginning remains an important advocacy priority for NAFSAN. We will continue to support efforts towards ensuring the right start and the right steps for every child.