Sustainable development testament to Geingob’s legacy – Shifeta
The fourth Sustainable Development Awards have officially been launched, featuring sustainable mining and exploration activities as a new category this year.
With 11 categories, the awards are scheduled to be held on 19 June, with the deadline for nominations closing on 11 April.
During the launch, environment minister Pohamba Shifeta said late president Hage Geingob, an architect of the Namibian Constitution, was a staunch advocate for environmental sustainability and instrumental in embedding principles of sustainable development within the country.
“Today, we dedicate these awards to his memory, celebrating his commitment to the betterment of Namibia and his transformative vision that continues to shape our nation.”
Shifeta said the fourth edition of the awards comes at a crucial juncture.
“Our future hinges on investing in the well-being of our planet. It calls upon governments, institutions, businesses and civil society to accelerate change towards a prosperous, sustainable world. It's a call to reduce our carbon footprint, protect biodiversity and promote sustainable practices," the minister said.
Geingob’s legacy
The fourth edition will be held under the theme 'Investing in our Planet'.
"Investing in our planet means stopping reliance on old, out-of-date fossil fuel technologies and redirecting our attention to creating a 21st-century economy that repairs our planet, protects the species living on it, and provides opportunities for all," the ministry explained.
The awards will therefore recognise institutions and individuals in all spheres that have integrated environmental, social, economic and management aspects of sustainable development into their businesses and operations.
“As we embark on the fourth Sustainable Development Awards, let us remember Geingob's unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. May these awards serve as a testament to his enduring legacy, inspiring us to pursue sustainability and prosperity that honour his remarkable contributions to Namibia,” said Shifeta.
Rewarding action
The awards will recognise institutions and individuals across several categories.
These include private sector champions for sustainable development, community-level natural resource management and utilisation initiatives, research and development to reward outstanding pieces of research or innovations and youth actions for sustainable development.
Other categories include artist action for sustainable development, pioneering journalism in the field of sustainable development, women and the environment, sustainable schools and green financial services or institutions.
Another category will recognise thought leadership. This category, which is not open for nomination, will be awarded at the discretion of the minister to honour a leader who has used transformative leadership and innovation to efficiently heighten the performance of his or her organisation.
With 11 categories, the awards are scheduled to be held on 19 June, with the deadline for nominations closing on 11 April.
During the launch, environment minister Pohamba Shifeta said late president Hage Geingob, an architect of the Namibian Constitution, was a staunch advocate for environmental sustainability and instrumental in embedding principles of sustainable development within the country.
“Today, we dedicate these awards to his memory, celebrating his commitment to the betterment of Namibia and his transformative vision that continues to shape our nation.”
Shifeta said the fourth edition of the awards comes at a crucial juncture.
“Our future hinges on investing in the well-being of our planet. It calls upon governments, institutions, businesses and civil society to accelerate change towards a prosperous, sustainable world. It's a call to reduce our carbon footprint, protect biodiversity and promote sustainable practices," the minister said.
Geingob’s legacy
The fourth edition will be held under the theme 'Investing in our Planet'.
"Investing in our planet means stopping reliance on old, out-of-date fossil fuel technologies and redirecting our attention to creating a 21st-century economy that repairs our planet, protects the species living on it, and provides opportunities for all," the ministry explained.
The awards will therefore recognise institutions and individuals in all spheres that have integrated environmental, social, economic and management aspects of sustainable development into their businesses and operations.
“As we embark on the fourth Sustainable Development Awards, let us remember Geingob's unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. May these awards serve as a testament to his enduring legacy, inspiring us to pursue sustainability and prosperity that honour his remarkable contributions to Namibia,” said Shifeta.
Rewarding action
The awards will recognise institutions and individuals across several categories.
These include private sector champions for sustainable development, community-level natural resource management and utilisation initiatives, research and development to reward outstanding pieces of research or innovations and youth actions for sustainable development.
Other categories include artist action for sustainable development, pioneering journalism in the field of sustainable development, women and the environment, sustainable schools and green financial services or institutions.
Another category will recognise thought leadership. This category, which is not open for nomination, will be awarded at the discretion of the minister to honour a leader who has used transformative leadership and innovation to efficiently heighten the performance of his or her organisation.
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