Omusati invests N$120 in agriculture and fisheries

Patience Makwele

Omusati has positioned itself as one of Namibia’s leading agricultural regions, with more than N$120 million invested in irrigation, livestock infrastructure, farmer support and fisheries as the government seeks to boost food production, create jobs and stimulate the regional economy.

Delivering his second State of the Region Address (SORA) on Friday, Omusati Governor Immanuel Shikongo said agriculture remains the cornerstone of the region’s development agenda, with major investments already translating into increased production and employment opportunities.

“As the saying goes, agriculture is not an option; it is the heartbeat of survival,” Shikongo said.

Among the flagship projects is the N$78 million Etunda Feedlot, which Shikongo said is 40% complete and expected to be commissioned by December 2026.

The project has already created 50 temporary jobs and is expected to strengthen livestock production while opening new markets for local farmers.