Reho Expo: Blends agriculture, enterprise, community

Heather Erdmann REHOBOTH – The 9th edition of the annual Reho Expo, organised by the Rehoboth Community Trust, officially concluded over the weekend after three days of vibrant agricultural activities, local enterprise showcases, and community engagement at the town’s expo grounds. The event was officially inaugurated by Rehoboth Mayor Jackie ǂ Khariseb, who emphasised the expo’s significance as a key platform for agricultural development in the Hardap region. Once again, the expo drew a diverse assembly of farmers, exhibitors, small business owners, and residents, reinforcing its role as a catalyst for rural advancement and economic empowerment.

Central to the expo’s programme were livestock competitions, which saw enthusiastic participation from breeders showcasing small stock. The event also featured exhibitions of homemade products, horticultural displays, and value-added goods, highlighting local ingenuity and entrepreneurship. This year’s edition welcomed several new exhibitors, including Didi Olivier of OLIVYF Farming and NAMTET Trading Enterprise CC, a Rehoboth-based welding company.