Environmental Assessment Professionals Association of Namibia - EAPAN

20/06/2026

More success stories about regenerative agriculture in dry environments

17/06/2026

🌍 World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought | 17 June

Desertification, fertile land slowly turning to desert, is often spoken about as a global crisis. But as Namibia is the driest country south of the Sahara, our farmers live it.

When the Lüsse family first arrived on Farm Pommernhagen in 1972, the veld was so degraded there was reportedly just one perennial grass tuft left on the land. Today, after years of regenerative, high-density grazing, that same veld is dominated by perennial grasses and the bush is thinning out naturally.

The proof came during the 2019/20 drought: Thorsten and Ursula Lüsse brought their core cattle and sheep herds through it without destocking, while improving their sustainable stocking rate from 20 to 30 kg/ha.

This shows, that with the right management, protecting the soil, keeping vegetative cover, working with the land’s natural cycles, degraded veld can be brought back to life.

Farm Pommernhagen is one of many Namibian Regenerative Agriculture success stories. You can read more on this story here: https://www.nau.com.na/farm-pommernhagen

27/05/2026

Something to take note of if working on our northern surface water systems - would this influence the central area dams when water transfers starts?

An out-of-control pest is invading southern Africa’s major river systems: the Australian red claw crayfish. Researchers warn that this highly invasive species is moving dangerously close to the Okavango Delta.

26/05/2026

💧 You’re Invited! Join Our Upcoming Webinar
🌍 Policies that Matter: Strengthening Groundwater Governance in SADC
Groundwater is essential for our future—but how do we manage it better?
This interactive webinar will bring together professionals and young experts to explore practical ways to strengthen policies, improve collaboration, and ensure fair and sustainable use of groundwater across the SADC region.

✨ Let’s talk about:
✔️ Sustainable groundwater management
✔️ Fair access to water
✔️ Climate resilience
✔️ Transboundary water cooperation

📅 28 May 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (SAST)
📲 Meeting ID: 889 0444 0624
👉 Don’t miss out—invite your colleagues and friends who care about water and sustainability!
Click the link to register: https://bitly.cx/Ahr9Z

19/05/2026

Is Namibia ready for drought caused by the coming “super El Niño”? What can individuals and institutions do now to prepare themselves? A call for pro-active strategies to develop drought resilience.

18/05/2026

The Russian state atomic energy corporation, Rosatom, is pushing hard to extract uranium from the arid Kalahari region by pumping sulphuric acid into a transboundary aquifer shared by Namibia, South Africa and Botswana.

22/04/2026

Internship opportunities!

Internship Opportunity //

We’re looking for passionate, driven individuals ready to gain hands-on experience and grow with us.

If you’re eager to learn and make an impact, your journey starts here.

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22/04/2026

Unfortunately, bush encroachment is not mentioned as a threat. A holistic approach to regeneration savannas would be more appropriate - getting optimal grass and tree production

Global climate maps wrongly mark Africa’s vast savannas as ‘degraded’ lands in need of trees. This forest-first thinking risks damaging some of the planet’s richest ecosystems. Latest research shows that true reforestation potential is far smaller than once imagined – and that protecting savannas may be as important as planting trees.

21/04/2026

ESIA for Proposed Seismic Survey Activities in Block 2914A (PEL0085)

Rhino Resources Namibia Ltd (Rhino) and its Joint Venture (JV) partners, Azule Energy Exploration Angola Limited, NAMCOR, and Korres Investments (Pty) Ltd, are the joint holders of a Petroleum Exploration Licence (PEL) 0085 over Block 2914A, located off the southern coast of Namibia. Rhino and its JV partners are proposing to undertake 3D seismic survey activities across PEL0085/Block 2914A. The attached BID includes details about the proposed activities, the planned scope of assessment and specialist studies, and how you can participate in the process. The BID is available for public review and comment from 20 April to 4 May 2026. Interested and Affected Parties are invited to participate in the ESIA at the provided contact details.

15/04/2026

Happy Environmental Professionals Day 🌍💚

Today we celebrate the dedicated individuals who work tirelessly to protect our planet and create a more sustainable future. From conserving natural resources to developing innovative solutions for development projects, your work makes a real and lasting impact.

Thank you for your passion, your commitment, and your courage to stand up for the environment—today and every day. The world is a better place because of you.

Let’s continue to support, appreciate, and learn from those who are shaping a greener tomorrow 🌱