Greenwashing debate: A Namibian op-ed warns that big renewable energy and green hydrogen promises must be tested against on-the-ground realities, urging honest conversations so projects truly conserve land and deliver lasting community value. Water security push: Namibia launched the Erongo SUNAM Desalination project, a N$2.1 billion joint venture expected to produce about 20 million cubic metres of climate-resilient water annually, with government committing N$200 million equity. Youth + food gardening: The #BeFree Grow Gardening Project celebrated its first harvest (corn, spinach, potatoes), training out-of-school and unemployed youth in horticulture and feeding produce into the #BeFree Meals Programme. Nuclear monitoring exercise: Namibia will host CTBTO’s Integrated Field Exercise (IFE26) in October 2026 across Swakopmund and Erongo, with officials stressing no nuclear materials or environmental harm. Conservation vs development dispute: A Kunene Region clash between Daure Daman Traditional Authority and ultimate.earth/Ultimate Safaris raises concerns over communal land lease processes and potential impacts on critically endangered black rhino habitat. Skills and employability: Namibia’s NQA held a public session on qualification standards in Katima Mulilo, with calls for stronger oversight of training institutions and clearer pathways into jobs. Tourism cooperation: Namibia’s Tourism Board says it’s prioritising stronger partnerships with Chinese tourism stakeholders as China remains a key source market.