The 11th Our Ocean Conference (OOC11) in Mombasa, Republic of Kenya

The Honourable Minister Inge I. Zaamwani, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform, is leading the Namibian delegation at the 11th Our Ocean Conference (OOC11) in Mombasa, Republic of Kenya, held under the theme "Our Ocean, Our Heritage, Our Future." The Conference was officially opened today, 17 June 2026 by the Deputy President Prof Kithure Kindiki of the Republic of Kenya. Prior to the official opening of the OOC11, there were several side meetings which started on Monday. The Minister participated in the High-Level African Blue Food Leadership Roundtable at which she shared Namibia’s position on blue foods as a source of nutrition, strategic asset for livelihoods, employment, trade and economic transformation with an emphasis on the participation of the youth and women.

On Tuesday 16 June 2026, several high-level breakfast engagements were held in which the Hon Minister actively participated, including the Commonwealth Ocean Ministers Roundtable, and bilateral meetings with key partners, including the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), delivering Namibia's interventions across these engagements. She will further take part in a number of plenary sessions convened on 17 and 18 June 2026, focusing on the blue economy, marine protection, and the 30 x 30 ocean-climate action. The Honourable Minister indicated that Namibia remains fully committed to the sustainable use and protection of our ocean, for present and future generations. #OurOcean #OOC11 #Namibia #BlueEconomy #BlueFoods #OceanAction #30x30 #MAWFLR

World Ocean Day 2026

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Land Reform today joined the global community in commemorating World Ocean Day 2026 under the theme, “Reimagine: Beyond the World We Know, A New Relationship With Our Ocean.” Officiating the event, Minister Inge Zaamwani highlighted the ocean’s vital role as the planet’s life-support system, regulating climate, generating over half of the world’s oxygen, sustaining livelihoods, and providing food security for billions. She called on all Namibians to embrace a renewed commitment to protecting marine ecosystems, reducing pollution, and supporting sustainable ocean governance. As Namibia advances conservation initiatives and its Blue Economy agenda, the commemoration served as a reminder that safeguarding our oceans is not only an environmental responsibility but an investment in future generations.

Namibia’s participation underscores the country’s continued commitment to advancing a sustainable ocean economy that promotes economic growth, environmental stewardship, and social inclusion. The meeting brings together Sherpas and technical representatives from member countries to deliberate on key ocean-related priorities, including sustainable fisheries, ocean finance, marine biodiversity conservation, climate resilience, and the blue economy agenda. The Sherpa Meeting provides an important platform for member countries to exchange knowledge, strengthen partnerships, and shape collective action toward the sustainable use and protection of ocean resources. Namibia continues to advocate for the sustainable management of marine resources, equitable benefit-sharing, and enhanced international cooperation to unlock the full potential of the ocean economy.

45th Sherpa Meeting of the High Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy, taking place from 20–22 May 2026 in Lisbon, Portugal

The Government of the Republic of Namibia, represented by the Minister responsible for Marine Resources, Honourable Inge I. Zaamwani; Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries Water and Land Reform, is participating in the 45th Sherpa Meeting of the High Level Panel for a Sustainable Ocean Economy, taking place from 20–22 May 2026 in Lisbon, Portugal.

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