The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Land Reform has observed heavy armyworm infestation in the Lake Lyambezi belt areas of Muyako, Old Masokotwani, Chinchimane, and Kapani in Linyanti, in the Zambezi Region. Chief Agriculture Scientific Officer Rodrick Maswabi said armyworms and locusts appeared due to heavy rains. He noted that most heavily infested fields remain unweeded and urged farmers to weed immediately. Senior agriculture technician Zozo Zambwe said insecticide spraying began earl

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform is hosting a youth engagement event in Oniipa, in the Oshikoto Region. The purpose of this engagement is to educate the youth about available opportunities for active participation in sustainable agricultural practices, fisheries development, water security initiatives, and land reform programs. Ruthy Masake, the Deputy Minister of Agriculture, is also expected to address the youth at this engagement. Report & video: Loise Shiimi | Ea

PROGRESS: The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Land Reform announced on Friday the steady progress in developing its 140-hectare irrigation project at Ekoka Village, east of Okongo in the Ohangwena Region. According to the ministry’s Executive Director, Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata, the initiative forms part of the Ministry’s commitment to transforming underutilised land into productive agricultural hubs that generate employment and improve local livelihoods. (Video: Contributed) #NampaT