WWF Namibia

09/10/2026

Wildlife doesn't recognise borders. Across Namibia, communal conservancies, wildlife corridors and transboundary landscapes help species move, adapt and thrive.

The Living Planet Report 2026 highlights the importance of connectivity in building resilient ecosystems and supporting communities. Namibia's experience is showing how connected landscapes can benefit both people and wildlife.

Read the story of the corridors, conservancies, and communities keeping nature connected. https://www.wwfnamibia.org/stories/keeping_the_wild_connected/

09/10/2026

Deadline Extended: Consultancy Opportunities

WWF Namibia and its partners invite qualified consultants to apply for two consultancies supporting water security and climate resilience in the Upper Swakop River Basin.

The opportunities cover invasive alien species removal and hydrogeological and ecological monitoring, assessment and modelling.

New deadline: 16 October 2026.

Scan the QR Code below for the full Terms of Reference and application details.

08/10/2026

The Living Planet Report 2026 reminds us that while biodiversity loss remains one of the defining challenges of our time, recovery is possible. Across Namibia, communities, conservancies, private custodians and conservation partners are helping keep landscapes connected, creating space for coexistence and protecting iconic wildlife.

Through three stories, we explore how people are helping build a future where both nature and communities can thrive.

🐘 Keeping the Wild Connected
🐕 Living with Wild Dogs
🦏 A Future for Black Rhino

Together, they show that conservation works when people work together. Follow the journey from connection and coexistence to recovery.

Follow the journey from connection and coexistence to recovery. https://www.wwfnamibia.org/?59266/2026WWFLIVINGPLANETREPORT

08/10/2026

The Living Planet Report 2026 is here.

The report paints a stark picture of the pressures facing nature around the world, but it also delivers an important message: recovery is possible. Across Africa, people are restoring ecosystems, protecting wildlife and demonstrating that conservation works when communities, governments and conservation partners work together.

This year's report highlights the power of collective hope: turning shared goals into action and lasting change. From the forests of the Congo Basin to the wildlife-rich landscapes of KAZA, communities are helping create a future where people and nature can thrive together. In Namibia, we'll be exploring this through stories of connected landscapes, coexistence with wildlife and black rhino recovery. The challenges are real. But so are the solutions.

07/10/2026

What happens when communities lead conservation? 🌍

In this episode of Getting to Know Namibia Conservation Partners, we speak with Birga Kalomoh from the Community Leaders Network of Southern Africa (CLN).

Birga takes us through CLN’s work to amplify community voices, support communities facing conservation challenges, and strengthen community-led conservation across Southern Africa.

The conversation highlights the importance of ensuring that communities are not only part of conservation, but are also heard, supported and empowered to shape decisions that affect their lives and natural resources.

Watch the video in the link below: https://youtu.be/wWY97uERAVA?si=IzwUGk3avPfrwtYc

05/10/2026

Episode 1: Leadership Perspective | NamibRand Nature Reserve

What does it take to conserve a landscape at scale? In the first episode of our NamibRand series, Nils Odendaal, CEO of NamibRand Nature Reserve, shares the story behind one of Namibia's most iconic conservation landscapes. From the challenges of managing a vast desert ecosystem to the power of partnerships and long-term stewardship, Nils reflects on the vision that has guided NamibRand for decades and the role private conservation can play in protecting biodiversity.

The conversation also touches on NamibRand's OECM journey and what this recognition means for conservation efforts that extend beyond traditional protected areas. 🎥 Watch the episode and discover how leadership, collaboration and innovation are helping shape the future of conservation in Namibia.

Watch full video here:
https://youtu.be/fZG55U1uO38?si=ClI8DBY0VLVUSsLD

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02/10/2026

Namibia has reached an important conservation milestone with the recognition of its first three Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECMs): NamibRand Nature Reserve, ProNamib Nature Reserve and Canyon Nature Park.

But what are OECMs, and why do they matter for biodiversity conservation? In this introductory video, WWF Namibia's Martha Talamondjila Naanda explains OECMs and introduces NamibRand Nature Reserve, setting the stage for our new video series.

Over the coming episodes, we'll meet the people and explore the partnerships and conservation efforts behind NamibRand.

Watch the introduction on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/Hi8BeBQKwro?si=p70D5DOCVgXSuUFX

Follow along as the story unfolds.

30/09/2026

A recent field visit across the Kunene landscape gave colleagues from the International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED) the opportunity to see community-led conservation in action.

From conservancies and wildlife corridors to climate resilience initiatives, the visit showcased how communities, researchers and conservation partners are working together to protect wildlife, strengthen livelihoods and build resilience in a changing environment.

The experience was a powerful reminder that conservation is about more than reports and statistics. Behind every dataset are people, landscapes and partnerships making a difference on the ground.

28/09/2026

28/09/2026

What does the future of conservation in Namibia look like? And what role will young people play in shaping it? 🇳🇦
In this interview, Ms Vichale Shikongo shares her personal conservation journey and reflects on why it is more important than ever to create opportunities for young people to engage in conservation, natural resource management, and environmental leadership.

From career pathways and mentorship to community conservation and youth participation, the discussion highlights how investing in young people today can help sustain Namibia's conservation successes for generations to come.

▶️ Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/tPEZOiGAQuY?si=oxn2KJfDnfxjIYgR