By Brandon Moss Namibia has announced a bold plan to invest N$250 million over the next five years to expand its citrus industry, a move that officials say will reduce reliance on imports and position the country as a regional exporter. The initiative, confirmed yesterday, will fund the establishment of new orchards, the installation of ...

In a move that signals Namibia’s agricultural ambitions, the government has unveiled a $250 million citrus development plan aimed at transforming the country into a regional citrus powerhouse. The initiative, announced on September 20th, is part of a broader import substitution strategy following South Africa’s recent export restrictions. The investment will fund irrigation infrastructure, cold ...

Namibia’s Ministry of Agriculture has unveiled a N$250 million investment plan to expand citrus production over the next five years. The initiative targets: • Irrigation infrastructure upgrades in key citrus zones like Kavango East and Otjozondjupa • Cold chain development to support export logistics • Farmer training programs on pest management and international quality standards ...

By Brandon Moss  Namibia is making a bold bet on citrus. With rising demand for oranges, lemons, and grapefruit across southern Africa and the Middle East, the government has committed N$250 million over five years to expand citrus production. The investment will fund new orchards in the Kavango East and Zambezi regions, install drip irrigation ...

Published: July 11, 2025 Written by AgriFocus Africa Editorial Team In a strategic move that promises to reshape Southern Africa’s energy map, Nigeria’s Dangote Petroleum Refinery is preparing to construct high-capacity fuel storage tanks in Walvis Bay, Namibia. These tanks—designed to hold a staggering 1.6 million barrels of petrol and diesel—will serve as a distribution ...

In recent years, Namibia and Botswana have implemented bans on the import of vegetables and citrus from South Africa. This decision was made to protect domestic producers from South African competition, aiming for self-sufficiency in these nations. Both countries, along with South Africa, are part of the Southern African Customs Union, which promotes free trade ...

The South African Red Meat Producers’ Organisation (RPO) is considering reducing the amount of meat and number of weaners imported from Namibia. This is due to the increasing financial strain South African farmers face. The matter was raised at the International Red Meat Forum, where the Namibian Livestock Producers’ Organisation (LPO), the RPO, and the ...

The list of China’s food imports from Africa now includes avocados, soybeans, pineapples, chillies, cashew nuts, sesame seeds and spices. Photo: Xinhua Avocados and honey imports a sign of China’s growing agricultural engagement with Africa Agricultural cooperation to be high on the agenda when Beijing hosts the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation Summit next week. South ...

People visit the Green Market in Windhoek, Namibia, on Aug. 17, 2024. (Photo by Ndalimpinga Iita/Xinhua) Nestled on a bustling street in Windhoek, Namibia’s capital, the Green Market draws crowds every Saturday. This vibrant marketplace is more than just a gathering spot for friends and families; it also provides a crucial platform for farmers to ...

John Steenhuisen, South Africa’s Agriculture Minister, announced plans to engage with Botswana and Namibia to discuss the citrus import ban and seek a resolution. Namibia’s restriction spans from 2021 to 2025, while Botswana’s ban extends from June to August, aiming to bolster local agriculture. During the Agri Limpopo congress in Modimolle, Limpopo, Steenhuisen expressed his ...